7-Day Cruise «Idyllic Aegean» departs from Piraeus, the port of Athens, and begins a week-long itinerary across the Aegean with overnight travel on board and a sequence of port calls in Greece and Turkey. This cruise is designed for travellers who want to combine time at sea with multiple destinations in one trip.
Your first call is Kusadasi, where you may spend time in port or join an optional visit to nearby Ephesus, one of the best-known archaeological sites in the Eastern Mediterranean. The itinerary then continues to Rhodes, where you have more time ashore to explore the Old Town, visit local landmarks or choose an optional excursion.
The cruise then calls at Agios Nikolaos, Crete, a coastal town in eastern Crete known for its harbour setting and the distinctive Lake Voulismeni, which is connected to the sea by a narrow channel. During your stop, you may explore the town at your own pace, enjoy the waterfront area or join an optional visit to nearby sites, depending on the excursion programme available.
From Crete, the itinerary continues to Santorini, Mykonos and Milos, combining iconic Cycladic scenery with time ashore and overnight travel between destinations. As with all ports of call, time on each island is shaped by the cruise schedule, so these stops are best suited to travellers looking for short visits rather than full island stays.
Throughout the journey, accommodation is provided on board, allowing you to travel comfortably without changing hotels. This cruise is a practical choice for travellers who want to experience several Aegean destinations in one 7-night itinerary.
« Cruises in Greece – Greek Islands – 7 Day Cruise Idyllic Aegean: Greek Islands & Turkey »
| Type of Cabin |
Rate per Person – From* |
| Internal Cabin |
EUR 799 € |
| External Cabin |
EUR 989 € |
| External with balcony |
EUR 1659 € |
FIT Deposit and Payment Requirements
• In order to complete the booking, and according to the company policy, it is necessary for you to provide full details of all participants (Full Name, Date and Place of Birth) as they are shown on your Passport(s)/ID(s) (depending on the cruise type you have selected). It is also necessary to provide an Emergency Contact (friend or relative) and full contact details (Full name, Phone Number Mobile/Landline) of this person.
• A valid passport is required for this cruise and visa (please check for Visa).
• You are responsible for obtaining all necessary travel documents and for complying with Customs and Immigration requirements. Guest without proper travel documents will not be allowed to board the vessel and no refund of cruise fare will be given to any guest failing to bring such documentation.
• In order to avoid problems at departure, we kindly ask you to carefully check the validity of your documents and to be in possession of what is required for the cruise. If any guest does not possess the required documentation they will be denied boarding their flight/cruise and cancellation penalties will be applied.
• An advance payment of the total value of the reservation is required for confirmation (the amount varies, depending on the duration of the cruise and the requirements of each company).
• Similarly, balance payment is based on the commercial policy of the each respective organizing company.
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The itinerary below shows the planned ports of call and scheduled arrival and departure times for the cruise.
| Day |
Port of Call |
Arrival |
Departure |
| 1 |
Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
- |
17:00 |
| 2 |
Kusadasi, Turkey |
08:00 |
18:00 |
| 3 |
Rhodes, Greece |
08:00 |
18:00 |
| 4 |
Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece |
08:00 |
20:00 |
| 5 |
Santorini, Greece* |
08:00 |
22:00 |
| 6 |
Mykonos, Greece* |
08:00 |
- |
| 7 |
Mykonos, Greece* |
- |
02:00 |
| 7 |
Milos, Greece |
08:00 |
18:00 |
| 8 |
Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
08:00 |
- |
Important notes:
* Tender disembarkation is used where required and weather conditions permitting.
** Mykonos includes an overnight stay, with departure at 02:00 on Day 7.
*** The cruise concludes with morning arrival in Piraeus on Day 8. |
- Transfers to and from the port or airport
- Pre- or post-cruise hotel accommodation
- Beverages and soft drinks, unless expressly included in your cruise package
- Service charges and gratuities, where applicable
- Optional shore excursions at the ports of call
- Beauty, spa and wellness services on board
- Purchases from the ship’s shops
- Personal expenses
- Anything not explicitly stated in the programme as included or listed as optional/recommended
Mandatory Greek cruise visitor fee: A mandatory fee applies to passengers who disembark at Greek ports. This fee is charged per person, per port and varies by season. The applicable rates for this cruise period are:
- 1 April 2026 – 31 May 2026: €12 per person, per port for Mykonos and Santorini; €3 per person, per port for all other Greek ports
- 1 June 2026 – 30 September 2026: €20 per person, per port for Mykonos and Santorini; €5 per person, per port for all other Greek ports
- 1 October 2026 – 31 October 2026: €12 per person, per port for Mykonos and Santorini; €3 per person, per port for all other Greek ports
These charges are mandatory and may be revised by the authorities without prior notice.
Where does the cruise start and end?
The cruise starts and ends at Piraeus (Athens). Departure is scheduled for 17:00 on Day 1, and the cruise returns to Piraeus at approximately 08:00 on Day 8.
Why is this called a 7-day cruise if the return is on Day 8?
The cruise operates over 7 cruise days with overnight sailing on board. Return to Piraeus takes place on the morning of Day 8.
Which destinations are included in the itinerary?
The planned itinerary includes Kusadasi, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaos (Crete), Santorini, Mykonos and Milos.
Is there time ashore in each destination?
Yes, the cruise includes time in port at each stop. However, time ashore is limited by the cruise schedule, so these are port visits rather than full stays in each destination.
Are shore excursions included in the cruise fare?
No. Optional shore excursions are available at an additional cost, depending on the port and the excursion programme offered.
Can I explore the ports independently?
Yes, you may explore independently during port calls, provided you return to the ship on time and follow the scheduled reboarding instructions.
Are visits to Ephesus or Knossos included?
Visits to Ephesus and the Palace of Knossos may be available as optional guided excursions, depending on the port and excursion programme. They should not be assumed to be included unless clearly stated in your booking.
Does the cruise stay overnight in Mykonos?
Yes. The itinerary includes an overnight stay in Mykonos, with departure scheduled for 02:00 on Day 7.
Are meals included on board?
Yes. The package includes full-board meals on board, with breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily.
Are drinks included?
No. Drinks and soft drinks are not included unless expressly stated in your selected cruise package.
What is included in the cruise package?
The package includes accommodation in your selected cabin category, full-board meals, port taxes, the on-board entertainment programme, access to the ship’s gym and swimming pool, and professional liability insurance.
What is not included in the cruise package?
The package does not include transfers to or from the port or airport, pre- or post-cruise hotel accommodation, drinks unless stated otherwise, gratuities where applicable, optional shore excursions, spa and beauty services, purchases from the ship’s shops and personal expenses.
Do I need a passport for this cruise?
Yes. A valid passport is required for this cruise, as the itinerary includes Turkey. Guests are responsible for obtaining any necessary visas or travel documents.
What happens if I do not have the correct travel documents?
Guests without the required travel documents may be denied boarding. In such cases, no refund of the cruise fare will be given.
What passenger details are required for booking?
To complete the booking, full passenger details are required, including full name, date and place of birth as shown on the passport or ID, as well as an emergency contact name and phone number.
Are there any ports where tender disembarkation is used?
Yes. In Santorini and Mykonos, disembarkation may be carried out by boat tender, weather conditions permitting.
Is there an additional mandatory fee for Greek ports?
Yes. A mandatory Greek cruise visitor fee applies when disembarking at Greek ports. The amount is charged per person, per port and varies depending on the season and destination.
Can the itinerary change?
The published itinerary is planned in advance, but port operations and disembarkation procedures may be affected by operational or weather-related conditions.
Is this cruise suitable for travellers who want to visit several destinations in one trip?
Yes. This cruise is best suited to travellers looking for a week-long multi-stop Aegean itinerary, combining overnight stay on board with short visits to several destinations.
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