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Grecian Pearls
12 Days starting from $2,275

Countries Visited:
Greece

 

Length: 12 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: Ancient Civilizations 2008
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: G947
   
 
About This Tour


Join fellow sea and sun lovers for an intimate voyage of discovery to the time-honoured islands, small fishing ports and secluded bays of the Cyclades, not always accessible to the larger cruise ships.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • SPECIALS

Enjoy our Premium Highlights plus these extra tour features

Insight's Services & Cruising
  • Athens hotel including service charges, taxes & porterage
  • 7-night cruise aboard a traditional wooden schooner, featuring a comfortable lounge and dining area, shaded outdoor deck area, outdoor bar and sun deck. Free use of fishing and snorkelling equipment.
  • Air-conditioned cabins with private facilities
  • Services of an english speaking cruise co-ordinator while cruising
  • Services of Insight’s local manager in Athens
  • Insight Traveler document wallet and information pack
  • Athens arrival & departure transfers between the airport and your Insight tour hotelTransfers to and from the Marina Zea

Excursions & Sights

  • See Hadrian’s Arch & Temple of Zeus in Athens
  • While cruising visit the islands of Santorini, Ios, Paros, Mykonos, Syros & KeaSee the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
  • Swim stops at secluded bays & sandy beaches

Guided City Tours

  • In-depth sightseeing tour in Athens

Quality Dining & Entertainment

  • Captain’s Dinner (HD), Greek night and fun Barbecue (weather permitting)
  • 10 Breakfasts (BB) and 6 meals (D)* while cruising of authentic Greek cuisine. Local beer, wine, mineral water and soft drinks during meals plus tea or coffee

12 Days ~ Greek Islands

Join fellow sea and sun lovers for an intimate voyage of discovery to the time-honoured islands, small fishing ports and secluded bays of the Cyclades, not always accessible to the larger cruise ships. There is no rigid schedule here as you enjoy an informal atmosphere and genuine Greek hospitality on board. Your traditional wooden schooner features comfortable air conditioned cabins with private facilities and includes local beer, wine and soft drinks. No pool is necessary as you can swim right off the boat!

DAY 1 – TUE – DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Athens.

DAY 2 – WED – ATHENS AT LEISURE
You are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel where there is time to relax before a Welcome Drink.
Hotel: Metropolitan.

DAY 3 – THU – ATHENS SIGHTSEEING
Your sightseeing tour this morning includes a visit to the Acropolis to admire the Parthenon, built to honour the goddess Athena. Then see the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch. (BB)

DAY 4 – FRI – CRUISING – SANTORINI
Board your traditional schooner and meet your crew and fellow passengers. Late afternoon set sail for Santorini. (BB,D)

DAY 5 – SAT – CRUISING – IOS
Morning arrival at Santorini where there is time to explore the capital, Thira. Maybe take an optional excursion to the villages and wineries. Late afternoon depart for Ios, where you can visit the winding alleyways of Ios Town. (BB,D)

DAY 6 – SUN – CRUISING – PAROS
Enjoy a swim stop in an enchanting bay of Paros island. Visit Paros Town and the quaint village of Naoussa. Later, show off your dancing skills during our famous Greek evening. (BB,D)

DAY 7 – MON – CRUISING – MYKONOS
Drop anchor to spend a full day on Mykonos, with its sandy beaches and white-washed windmills overlooking the harbour. Perhaps join an optional excursion to the archeological site at Delos? (BB,D)

DAY 8 – TUE – CRUISING – SYROS
After a morning swim stop around the sandy beaches of Syros, continue to the capital of the Cyclades, Ermoupoli. (BB,D)

DAY 9 – WED – CRUISING – KEA
Enjoy a swim stop and relax under the sun. In the afternoon dock at the charming island of Kea and visit the island’s capital. Enjoy the ‘Captain’s Dinner’ tonight. (BB,HD)

DAY 10 – THU – CRUISING – ATHENS
Arrive at Sounion for a swim beneath the clifftop Temple of Poseidon. Return along the Apollo coast to Athens for the night. (BB,D)

DAY 11 – FRI – ATHENS AT LEISURE
Disembark after breakfast where the rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps visit the Temple of Apollo at Delphi?
Hotel: Metropolitan.(BB)

DAY 12 – SAT – RETURN TO USA
Your tour ends with transfers to the airport. (BB)


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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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Enjoy our Premium Highlights plus these extra tour features

Insight's Services & Cruising
  • Athens hotel including service charges, taxes & porterage
  • 7-night cruise aboard a traditional wooden schooner, featuring a comfortable lounge and dining area, shaded outdoor deck area, outdoor bar and sun deck. Free use of fishing and snorkelling equipment.
  • Air-conditioned cabins with private facilities
  • Services of an english speaking cruise co-ordinator while cruising
  • Services of Insight’s local manager in Athens
  • Insight Traveler document wallet and information pack
  • Athens arrival & departure transfers between the airport and your Insight tour hotelTransfers to and from the Marina Zea

Excursions & Sights

  • See Hadrian’s Arch & Temple of Zeus in Athens
  • While cruising visit the islands of Santorini, Ios, Paros, Mykonos, Syros & KeaSee the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
  • Swim stops at secluded bays & sandy beaches

Guided City Tours

  • In-depth sightseeing tour in Athens

Quality Dining & Entertainment

  • Captain’s Dinner (HD), Greek night and fun Barbecue (weather permitting)
  • 10 Breakfasts (BB) and 6 meals (D)* while cruising of authentic Greek cuisine. Local beer, wine, mineral water and soft drinks during meals plus tea or coffee

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Great Savings and Discounts

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS

SAVE UP TO 10%: Insight sells its tours in many countries worldwide so the most popular tours fill very quickly. Don’t be disappointed, book early! You’ll be assured of the tours you want, andthe earlier you pay, the more you SAVE!

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Pay 7 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 5%

Pay 10 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 7.5%

Pay 12 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 10%

Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

FAMILY SAVINGS

YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of

sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

GROUP DISCOUNTS

5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023.

These discounts cannot be combined with Frequent Traveller, Family Savings or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, names of all passengers travelling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.  

SINGLE TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNTS: When three people travel together and share one room,

each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.

FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour

booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount.  Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.

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SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.

COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS: Save up to $135 per couple on LONDON taxi fares

FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery

tours may return to London by Insight motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Offer applies to the final day of the following Discovery tours:  E920, E910, E933, E914, E912, E913, E916 & G916. Accommodations will be

required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening.

SMALL GROUPS ADVANTAGE : Many tour operators fill their tours with up to 53 passengers. This means more congestion and less leg room on the coach as seats are configured more closely. At Insight we have a

maximum of only 40 guests per tour.

INSIGHT'S GUARANTEES

PRICE GUARANTEE: With Insight, you don’t need to worry about currency fluctuations. Once we receive your full deposit, your land tour price is guaranteed and protected against any increases. (Excludes pre-registration for tours in future brochures and any imposed fuel surcharges or Government Taxes.

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