7 Night Greek Isles Cruise

7 nights from £796pp departing Sunday 17th Aug 2025

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	17th17	AugAug	202525	Civitavecchia, Italy, embark on the Odyssey of the Seas		17:00
Italy's vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-stuffed churches, and the treasures of Vatican City vie for your attention, but Rome is also a wonderful place to practice the Italian-perfected il dolce far niente, the sweet art of idleness. Your most memorable experiences may include sitting at a caffè in the Campo de' Fiori or strolling in a beguiling piazza.
	18th18	AugAug	202525	At Sea
	19th19	AugAug	202525	Santorini, Greece	13:00	23:00
Undoubtedly the most extraordinary island in the Aegean, crescent-shape Santorini remains a mandatory stop on the Cycladic tourist route—even if it's necessary to enjoy the sensational sunsets from Ia, the fascinating excavations, and the dazzling white towns with a million other travelers. Called Kállisti (the "Loveliest") when first settled, the island has now reverted to its subsequent name of Thira, after the 9th-century-BC Dorian colonizer Thiras. The place is better known, however, these days as Santorini, a name derived from its patroness, St. Irene of Thessaloniki, the Byzantine empress who restored icons to Orthodoxy and died in 802. You can fly conveniently to Santorini, but to enjoy a true Santorini rite of passage, opt instead for the boat trip here, which provides a spectacular introduction. After the boat sails between Sikinos and Ios, your deck-side perch approaches two close islands with a passage between them. The bigger one on the left is Santorini, and the smaller on the right is Thirassia. Passing between them, you see the village of Ia adorning Santorini's northernmost cliff like a white geometric beehive. You are in the caldera (volcanic crater), one of the world's truly breathtaking sights: a demilune of cliffs rising 1,100 feet, with the white clusters of the towns of Fira and Ia perched along the top. The bay, once the high center of the island, is 1,300 feet in some places, so deep that when boats dock in Santorini's shabby little port of Athinios, they do not drop anchor. The encircling cliffs are the ancient rim of a still-active volcano, and you are sailing east across its flooded caldera. On your right are the Burnt isles, the White isle, and other volcanic remnants, all lined up as if some outsize display in a geology museum. Hephaestus's subterranean fires smolder still—the volcano erupted in 198 BC, about 735, and there was an earthquake in 1956. Indeed, Santorini and its four neighboring islets are the fragmentary remains of a larger landmass that exploded about 1600 BC: the volcano's core blew sky high, and the sea rushed into the abyss to create the great bay, which measures 10 km by 7 km (6 mi by 4½ mi) and is 1,292 feet deep. The other pieces of the rim, which broke off in later eruptions, are Thirassia, where a few hundred people live, and deserted little Aspronissi ("White isle"). In the center of the bay, black and uninhabited, two cones, the Burnt Isles of Palea Kameni and Nea Kameni, appeared between 1573 and 1925. There has been too much speculation about the identification of Santorini with the mythical Atlantis, mentioned in Egyptian papyri and by Plato (who says it's in the Atlantic), but myths are hard to pin down. This is not true of old arguments about whether tidal waves from Santorini's cataclysmic explosion destroyed Minoan civilization on Crete, 113 km (70 mi) away. The latest carbon-dating evidence, which points to a few years before 1600 BC for the eruption, clearly indicates that the Minoans outlasted the eruption by a couple of hundred years, but most probably in a weakened state. In fact, the island still endures hardships: since antiquity, Santorini has depended on rain collected in cisterns for drinking and irrigating—the well water is often brackish—and the serious shortage is alleviated by the importation of water. However, the volcanic soil also yields riches: small, intense tomatoes with tough skins used for tomato paste (good restaurants here serve them); the famous Santorini fava beans, which have a light, fresh taste; barley; wheat; and white-skin eggplants.
	20th20	AugAug	202525	Kusadasi, Turkey	09:00	18:00
Whilst the busy resort town of Kusadasi offers much in the way of shopping and dining – not to mention a flourishing beach life scene, the real jewel here is Ephesus and the stunning ruined city that really take centre stage. With only 20% of the classical ruins having been excavated, this archaeological wonder has already gained the status as Europe’s most complete classical metropolis. And a metropolis it really is; built in the 10th century BC this UNESCO World Heritage site is nothing short of spectacular. Although regrettably very little remains of the Temple of Artemis (one of the seven wonders of the ancient world), the superb Library of Celsus’ façade is practically intact and it is one of life’s great joys to attend an evening performance in the illuminated ruins once all the tourists have left. The history of the city is fascinating and multi-layered and it is well worth reading up on this beforehand if a visit is planned. Another point of interest for historians would be the house of the Virgin Mary, located on the romantically named Mount Nightingale and just nine kilometres away from Ephesus proper. Legend has it that Mary (along with St. John) spent her final years here, secluded from the rest of the population, spreading Christianity. An edifying experience, even for non-believers. For the less historical minded amongst you, Kusadasi offers plenty in the way of activities. After a stroll through the town, jump in a taxi to Ladies’ Beach (men are allowed), sample a Turkish kebap on one of the many beachfront restaurants and enjoy the clement weather. If you do want to venture further afield, then the crystal clear beaches of Guzelcamli (or the Millipark), the cave of Zeus and the white scalloped natural pools at Pamukkale, known as Cleopatra’s pools, are definitely worth a visit.
	21st21	AugAug	202525	Mykonos, Greece	07:00	18:00
Although the fishing boats still go out in good weather, Mykonos largely makes its living from tourism these days. The summer crowds have turned one of the poorest islands in Greece into one of the richest. Old Mykonians complain that their young, who have inherited stores where their grandfathers once sold eggs or wine, get so much rent that they have lost ambition, and in summer sit around pool bars at night with their friends, and hang out in Athens in winter when island life is less scintillating. Put firmly on the map by Jackie O in the 1960s, Mykonos town—called Hora by the locals—remains the Saint-Tropez of the Greek islands. The scenery is memorable, with its whitewashed streets, Little Venice, the Kato Myli ridge of windmills, and Kastro, the town's medieval quarter. Its cubical two- or three-story houses and churches, with their red or blue doors and domes and wooden balconies, have been long celebrated as some of the best examples of classic Cycladic architecture. Luckily, the Greek Archaeological Service decided to preserve the town, even when the Mykonians would have preferred to rebuild, and so the Old Town has been impressively preserved. Pink oleander, scarlet hibiscus, and trailing green pepper trees form a contrast amid the dazzling whiteness, whose frequent renewal with whitewash is required by law. Any visitor who has the pleasure of getting lost in its narrow streets (made all the narrower by the many outdoor stone staircases, which maximize housing space in the crowded village) will appreciate how its confusing layout was designed to foil pirates—if it was designed at all. After Mykonos fell under Turkish rule in 1537, the Ottomans allowed the islanders to arm their vessels against pirates, which had a contradictory effect: many of them found that raiding other islands was more profitable than tilling arid land. At the height of Aegean piracy, Mykonos was the principal headquarters of the corsair fleets—the place where pirates met their fellows, found willing women, and filled out their crews. Eventually the illicit activity evolved into a legitimate and thriving trade network. Morning on Mykonos town's main quay is busy with deliveries, visitors for the Delos boats, lazy breakfasters, and street cleaners dealing with the previous night's mess. In late morning the cruise-boat people arrive, and the shops are all open. In early afternoon, shaded outdoor tavernas are full of diners eating salads (Mykonos's produce is mostly imported); music is absent or kept low. In mid- and late afternoon, the town feels sleepy, since so many people are at the beach, on excursions, or sleeping in their air-conditioned rooms; even some tourist shops close for siesta. By sunset, people have come back from the beach, having taken their showers and rested. At night, the atmosphere in Mykonos ramps up. The cruise-boat people are mostly gone, coughing three-wheelers make no deliveries in the narrow streets, and everyone is dressed sexy for summer and starting to shimmy with the scene. Many shops stay open past midnight, the restaurants fill up, and the bars and discos make ice cubes as fast as they can. Ready to dive in? Begin your tour of Mykonos town (Hora) by starting out at its heart: Mando Mavrogenous Square.
	22nd22	AugAug	202525	At Sea
	23rd23	AugAug	202525	Naples, Italy	07:00	18:00
Naples, in the Campania region, is Italy's third largest city. Its claim to fame is the spectacular location along one of the world's most splendid bays, backed by the perfect cone of Mount Vesuvius. In addition to its beautiful setting, Naples' surprises with other outstanding attractions such as the Royal Palace, San Carlos Opera House, the impressive National Archaeological Museum and the Castel Nuovo, dating from the 13th-century. The city's central area is best explored on foot. Chaotic traffic conditions make driving around the city a very frustrating experience. Naples provides a convenient starting point for trips to such favored destinations as Pompeii, Herculaneum and Mount Vesuvius. The Isle of Capri can be reached via a 45-minute hydrofoil service. The region of Campania was home to Greeks settlers some 300 years before Rome was founded. Pompeii, too, was a Greek town before being conquered by the Romans during the 5th century BC. It was under the Romans that Pompeii flourished and grew prosperous. When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, the population of 20,000 was wiped out, but dozens of buildings were preserved under layers of cinder more than 20 feet deep. The most important finds from Pompeii are displayed in Naples' National Archaeological Museum. A visit here will no doubt enhance a visit to ancient Pompeii.
	24th24	AugAug	202525	Civitavecchia, Italy, disembark the Odyssey of the Seas	05:00
Italy's vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-stuffed churches, and the treasures of Vatican City vie for your attention, but Rome is also a wonderful place to practice the Italian-perfected il dolce far niente, the sweet art of idleness. Your most memorable experiences may include sitting at a caffè in the Campo de' Fiori or strolling in a beguiling piazza.

Odyssey of the Seas

Launch Year

2021

Tonnage

169,000

Capacity

5,498

Cabins

2,105

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	7 nights aboard the Odyssey of the Seas
	Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows
	Choice of traditional or anytime dining
	Drinks Packages available
	Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply)
	24-hour room service
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£796pp
1V	Interior	£1,091pp
2V	Interior	£961pp
3V	Interior	£1,070pp
4V	Interior	£940pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£796pp
1U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,112pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£983pp
CI	Connecting Interior	£954pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£875pp
1N	Ocean View	£1,177pp
2N	Ocean View	£1,033pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£875pp
3M	Ocean View	£1,249pp
4M	Spacious Ocean View	£1,105pp

Balcony staterooms from		£924pp
1E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,252pp
2E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,096pp
1D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,409pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,230pp
3D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,387pp
4D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,208pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£924pp
1C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£1,521pp
2C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£1,357pp
4C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£1,335pp
5D	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£1,364pp
CB	Connecting Balcony	£1,223pp
2F	Studio Ocean View Balcony	£1,357pp

Suite staterooms from		£1,755pp
WS	Suite Guarantee	£1,755pp
GL	Grand Loft Suite	£11,427pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£4,950pp
GT	Grand Suite (2 Bedroom)	£5,980pp
J3	Junior Suite	£2,663pp
J4	Junior Suite	£2,270pp
J1	Junior Suite with Large Balcony	£2,942pp
JY	Sky Junior Suite	£3,283pp
OL	Owner's Loft Suite	£13,740pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£8,118pp
RL	Royal Loft Suite	£19,999pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,641pp
1V	Interior	£1,936pp
2V	Interior	£1,806pp
3V	Interior	£1,915pp
4V	Interior	£1,785pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,641pp
1U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,957pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,828pp
CI	Connecting Interior	£1,799pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,720pp
1N	Ocean View	£2,022pp
2N	Ocean View	£1,878pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,720pp
3M	Ocean View	£2,094pp
4M	Spacious Ocean View	£1,950pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,769pp
1E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£2,097pp
2E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,941pp
1D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,254pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,075pp
3D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,232pp
4D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,053pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£1,769pp
1C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,366pp
2C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,202pp
4C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,180pp
5D	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,209pp
CB	Connecting Balcony	£2,068pp
2F	Studio Ocean View Balcony	£2,202pp

Suite staterooms from		£2,600pp
WS	Suite Guarantee	£2,600pp
GL	Grand Loft Suite	£12,272pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£5,795pp
GT	Grand Suite (2 Bedroom)	£6,825pp
J3	Junior Suite	£3,508pp
J4	Junior Suite	£3,115pp
J1	Junior Suite with Large Balcony	£3,787pp
JY	Sky Junior Suite	£4,128pp
OL	Owner's Loft Suite	£14,585pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£8,963pp
RL	Royal Loft Suite	£20,844pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,503pp
1V	Interior	£1,798pp
2V	Interior	£1,668pp
3V	Interior	£1,777pp
4V	Interior	£1,647pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,503pp
1U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,819pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,690pp
CI	Connecting Interior	£1,661pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,582pp
1N	Ocean View	£1,884pp
2N	Ocean View	£1,740pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,582pp
3M	Ocean View	£1,956pp
4M	Spacious Ocean View	£1,812pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,631pp
1E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,959pp
2E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,803pp
1D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,116pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,937pp
3D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,094pp
4D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,915pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£1,631pp
1C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,228pp
2C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,064pp
4C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,042pp
5D	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,071pp
CB	Connecting Balcony	£1,930pp
2F	Studio Ocean View Balcony	£2,064pp

Suite staterooms from		£2,462pp
WS	Suite Guarantee	£2,462pp
GL	Grand Loft Suite	£12,134pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£5,657pp
GT	Grand Suite (2 Bedroom)	£6,687pp
J3	Junior Suite	£3,370pp
J4	Junior Suite	£2,977pp
J1	Junior Suite with Large Balcony	£3,649pp
JY	Sky Junior Suite	£3,990pp
OL	Owner's Loft Suite	£14,447pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£8,825pp
RL	Royal Loft Suite	£20,706pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,524pp
1V	Interior	£1,819pp
2V	Interior	£1,689pp
3V	Interior	£1,798pp
4V	Interior	£1,668pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,524pp
1U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,840pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,711pp
CI	Connecting Interior	£1,682pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,603pp
1N	Ocean View	£1,905pp
2N	Ocean View	£1,761pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,603pp
3M	Ocean View	£1,977pp
4M	Spacious Ocean View	£1,833pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,652pp
1E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,980pp
2E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,824pp
1D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,137pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,958pp
3D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,115pp
4D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,936pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£1,652pp
1C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,249pp
2C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,085pp
4C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,063pp
5D	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,092pp
CB	Connecting Balcony	£1,951pp
2F	Studio Ocean View Balcony	£2,085pp

Suite staterooms from		£2,483pp
WS	Suite Guarantee	£2,483pp
GL	Grand Loft Suite	£12,155pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£5,678pp
GT	Grand Suite (2 Bedroom)	£6,708pp
J3	Junior Suite	£3,391pp
J4	Junior Suite	£2,998pp
J1	Junior Suite with Large Balcony	£3,670pp
JY	Sky Junior Suite	£4,011pp
OL	Owner's Loft Suite	£14,468pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£8,846pp
RL	Royal Loft Suite	£20,727pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,543pp
1V	Interior	£1,838pp
2V	Interior	£1,708pp
3V	Interior	£1,817pp
4V	Interior	£1,687pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,543pp
1U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,859pp
2U	Interior with Virtual Balcony	£1,730pp
CI	Connecting Interior	£1,701pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,622pp
1N	Ocean View	£1,924pp
2N	Ocean View	£1,780pp
YO	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,622pp
3M	Ocean View	£1,996pp
4M	Spacious Ocean View	£1,852pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,671pp
1E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,999pp
2E	Obstructed Ocean View Balcony	£1,843pp
1D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,156pp
2D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,977pp
3D	Ocean View Balcony	£2,134pp
4D	Ocean View Balcony	£1,955pp
XB	Ocean View Balcony Guarantee	£1,671pp
1C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,268pp
2C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,104pp
4C	Ocean View with Large Balcony	£2,082pp
5D	Spacious Ocean View Balcony	£2,111pp
CB	Connecting Balcony	£1,970pp
2F	Studio Ocean View Balcony	£2,104pp

Suite staterooms from		£2,502pp
WS	Suite Guarantee	£2,502pp
GL	Grand Loft Suite	£12,174pp
GS	Grand Suite (1 Bedroom)	£5,697pp
GT	Grand Suite (2 Bedroom)	£6,727pp
J3	Junior Suite	£3,410pp
J4	Junior Suite	£3,017pp
J1	Junior Suite with Large Balcony	£3,689pp
JY	Sky Junior Suite	£4,030pp
OL	Owner's Loft Suite	£14,487pp
OS	Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom)	£8,865pp
RL	Royal Loft Suite	£20,746pp

	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	968
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	1,515
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	1,658
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	1,702
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	1,721
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	1,804
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	1,919
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	1,971
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	2,046
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	2,766
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	1,558
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	1,875
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	1,949
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,038
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,045
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,060
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,140
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,203
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,394
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,441
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,511
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,574
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	2,702
Sun 16th Jun 202416 Jun 24	Please call for availability
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	1,353
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	1,717
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	1,807
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	1,840
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	1,849
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	1,936
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	2,126
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	2,194
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	2,243
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	2,258
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	2,386
Sun 30th Jun 202430 Jun 24	1,266
Sun 30th Jun 202430 Jun 24	1,630
Sun 30th Jun 202430 Jun 24	1,630