RSSC-Cruises 24 ก.ย.-3 ต.ค. 2569 Seven Seas Explorer ล่องเรือทะเลเมดิเตอร์เรเนียน Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus) : Luxury All Inclusive

Day 1  Istanbul, Turkey

Sep 24, Depart 4:00 PM

Once serving as the capital of the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires, Istanbul today offers impressive architecture, historic sites, dining, shopping, nightlife and exotic atmosphere. Spend time in the Old City to explore renowned places, like the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace.

Day 2  Canakkale (Troy), Turkey

Sep 25, Arrive 7:00 AM | Depart 4:00 PM

As one of the most historically significant waterways in the world, the Dardanelles have witnessed countless civilizations. Step back in time to the legendary archaeological site of Troy, where the tales of Homer's Iliad come to life amidst the ruins of ancient civilizations. Explore the imposing Çanakkale Fortress, standing proudly on the waterfront and offering panoramic views of the strait below. Delight in the flavors of authentic Turkish cuisine at local eateries, indulging in savory kebabs and sweet baklava.

Day 3  Izmir, Turkey

Sep 26, Arrive 7:00 AM | Depart 6:00 PM

Curled around a cerulean bay, Izmir buzzes with a remarkably cosmopolitan vibe considering its estimated 4,000 years of history. Soak up sublime Mediterranean atmosphere along a café-laden waterfront, noshing on boyoz, kumru, kokoreç and lokma (‘king of desserts’) over kahve, Turkey’s thick, strong coffee. Snap photos roaming the archways and columns of Izmir’s Roman agora before visiting the intricately patterned clock tower in Konak Square. Haggle at 500-year-old Kemeralti Bazaar, visit Izmir’s archaeological museum and ride a teleferic (cable car) for panoramic views of the ‘Pearl of the Aegean’.

Day 4  Bodrum, Turkey

Sep 27, Arrive 9:00 AM | Depart 6:00 PM

Located in the southwestern corner of Anatolia, Bodrum is a seacoast town in which sleek yachts are anchored in twin bays beneath the walls of a medieval Crusaders’ castle. The town owes its fame to a man long dead (Mausolus) and his famous “Mausoleum,” one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Bodrum’s other claim to fame comes from Herodotus, the “Father of History,” and the first person to write a comprehensive world history of the West.

Day 5  Marmaris, Turkey

Sep 28, Arrive 8:00 AM | Depart 5:00 PM

With an azure-blue sea lapping golden beaches, a multitude of wood-hulled yachts bobbing in marinas and pine-covered hillsides framing it all, Marmaris earns its stripes as a popular resort town. Take in the views along the walls and ramparts of Marmaris Castle (1522) before stopping off at its artifact-rich museum, which includes fascinating finds from surrounding archaeological sites and Marmaris Bay shipwrecks. Admire Old Town’s traditional buildings, then head to the waterfront for dizzying varieties of Greek and Turkish food – and maybe a sip (or two) of ouzo.

Day 6  Cruising the Mediterranean Sea

Sep 29

Cruising the Mediterranean Sea

Day 7  Rhodes, Greece

Sep 30, Arrive 7:00 AM | Depart 4:00 PM

Renowned as the site of the former Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Rhodes was home to the Knights of St. John from the 12th to 16th centuries. Their famous Palace of the Grand Masters remains a “must-see,” as are many of the inns occupied by the Crusaders and the replica of the old church. For a more in-depth look at the city, visitors can take in the Archeological where the Acropolis of Rhodes and the ancient stadium offer perfect photo opportunities.

Day 8  Heraklion (Crete), Greece

Oct 01, Arrive 7:00 AM | Depart 5:00 PM

The capital city of Greece’s largest island, Heraklion beguiles with a pair of Crete’s must-see sights: the state-of-the-art Heraklion Archaeological Museum, home to treasures of Minoan civilization and finds covering over 5,500 years of Crete’s history; and the Palace of Knossos, a center of Minoan power that dates back to 2000 BC and revered as the location of the mythic Minotaur’s Labyrinth. Take in spectacular harbor views from Iraklion’s 13th-century fortress and revitalized waterfront, where ‘fish taverns’ serve authentic Cretan dishes like sweet or salty kaltsounia washed down with raki, Crete’s local spirit.

Day 9  Milos, Greece

Oct 02, Arrive 7:00 AM | Depart 5:00 PM

With over 70 beaches painted red, pink and orange reflecting off turquoise seas, Milos may be the most colorful of the famed Greek Isles. Stunning Sarakiniko resembles a lunar landscape of white limestone molded by wind and water, while Kleftiko boasts awe-inspiring arches and sea caves. In the white-washed capital village of Plaka, visit a museum housing a replica of the Venus de Milo statue, which was discovered on Milos in 1820. Head to the fishing village of Pollonia to sample wines and cheeses aged in cool, volcanically formed caverns.

Day 10  Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Oct 03, Arrive 5:30 AM

Piraeus is the gateway to the ancient city of Athens, known as the “Cradle of Western Civilization” because of its immense impact on cultural and political achievements throughout the world. Due mainly to tourism and the 2004 Olympics, Greece has redeveloped many sites in Athens. A historian’s delight, Athens is home to such magnificent wonders as: the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the atmospheric winding streets of the Plaka, Temple of Olympian Zeus and Temple of Athena Nike, and the Archaeological Museum with the world’s finest collection of ancient artifacts.

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