Insight > Mediterranean Fables Cruise Grade C

Mediterranean Fables Cruise Grade C
12 Days starting from $1,535

Countries Visited:
Greece, Turkey

 

Length: 12 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: Ancient Civilizations 2008
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: C943C
   
 
 
About This Tour


From Athens we board our ship for a cruise to Mykonos, Rhodes, Patmos, Kusadasi, Heraklion, Santorini, Istanbul.

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

Eastern Mediterranean

Vacations with Style

When you study the details of our itineraries you'll soon see why Insight is recommended by travellers from all over the world. You'll take pleasure in the high quality and location of our hotels and enjoy our valuable Premium Highlights, delicious Highlight Dinners and included entertainment. Moreover, you'll find we have taken care of everything.

Complimentary Arrival & Departure Transfers

As part of our all inclusive vacation policy, a complimentary arrival transfer and departure transfer between the airport and your tour hotel is included. Coaches provided on this tour are for sightseeing and transfer purposes only so will operate with a variety of seat configurations, not with 40 seats

Unmatched Expertise

In Egypt, our Tour Directors are fully qualified Egyptologists, to make certain your vacation is truly rewarding. Elsewhere, they are similarly experts in their field, as are our local guides.

On board your Greek cruise, officers and crew with their great tradition of maritime excellence and immense knowledge of the region offer lectures on your numerous ports of call.

And our Resident Managers in Egypt and Greece work behind the scenes to ensure a memorable and trouble free vacation. We are the only company to do so and our experience in the region is unequalled.

Cruise in Comfort

Let us welcome you aboard Louis Lines fleet of mid-size ships, especially chosen for their suitability for visiting smaller ports and hidden treasures. Each has broad decks for sunning or strolling, a swimming pool for a refreshing dip; a selection of bars; handy gift shops, a hairdresser, great night time entertainment, disco, large dining rooms serving appetising menus and al fresco options for breakfast and lunch.

Your voyage of discovery will take you to picturesque Greek islands and ancient mainland ports where you'll find adventure and enjoyment along with a gentle sea breeze and picturesque sunsets.

In Egypt, you'll cruise in style aboard our superb fleet of 5 star Nile cruisers each with fully air-conditioned and well equipped cabins, plunge pool, bars, lounges and a restaurant serving delicious international and Oriental cuisine. These comfortable ships with their expert crews bring high levels of service and an oasis of relaxation. They are the perfect home from which to explore the wondrous ancient sites we include as part of your vacation.

Let Insight introduce you to the mystery and splendour of these timeless lands in style. Our expert tour planners have put together a range of superbly balanced tours and cruises, structured so you can easily combine them for an extended vacation.

Example Ship: PERLA Gross Tonnage: 16.710 Passengers: 918Length: 163.50m Breadth: 22.79m Draught: 6.50m Decks: 7

395 cabins with telephone, TV, radio and safety box. Dining room, entertainment lounges, piano bar, swimming pool, casino, photoshop, fitness center, shopping arcade/boutiques, beauty salon, children's club, fully air-conditioned, 4 elevators, electric current in cabins 220v/110v, radio room, Doctor on board.

12 Days ~ Athens & Cruise

DAY 1 – DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Athens.

DAY 2 – ATHENS AT LEISURE
On arrival at Athens Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Drink.
Hotel: Metropolitan.

DAY 3 – ATHENS SIGHTSEEING
(BB)

DAY 4 – CRUISING
Spend the day at leisure. Later, board your cruise ship. (BB,D,S)

DAY 5 – CRUISING – ISTANBUL
Cruise through the Dardanelles to arrive early evening in the exotic Turkish city of Istanbul. (BB,L,D,S)

DAY 6 – CRUISING – ISTANBUL
A full day to explore! As evening falls, cruise along the Bosphorus to start an overnight voyage. (BB,L,D,S)

DAY 7 – CRUISING – MYKONOS
After a pleasant morning’s cruise, arrive Mykonos, with its white windmills overlooking the harbour. (BB,L,D,S)

DAY 8 – CRUISING – KUSADASI
Arrive early at Patmos before continuing to the Turkish port of Kusadasi - perhaps visit Ephesus? Tonight enjoy a Greek Evening and Dinner. (BB,L,HD,S)

DAY 9 – CRUISING – RHODES
A whole day is set aside to explore Rhodes at your leisure. Meet the Captain at dinner tonight. (BB,L,D,S)

DAY 10 – CRUISING – SANTORINI
The morning is devoted to Heraklion on the island of Crete. Later, depart for Santorini. (BB,L,D,S)

DAY 11 – ATHENS
Disembark and return to your Athens hotel for time at leisure.
Hotel: Metropolitan. (BB)

DAY 12 – RETURN TO USA
There are transfers to the airport. (BB)


To speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

Airfare Disclaimer
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.

Documents
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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Eastern Mediterranean

Vacations with Style

When you study the details of our itineraries you'll soon see why Insight is recommended by travellers from all over the world. You'll take pleasure in the high quality and location of our hotels and enjoy our valuable Premium Highlights, delicious Highlight Dinners and included entertainment. Moreover, you'll find we have taken care of everything.

Complimentary Arrival & Departure Transfers

As part of our all inclusive vacation policy, a complimentary arrival transfer and departure transfer between the airport and your tour hotel is included. Coaches provided on this tour are for sightseeing and transfer purposes only so will operate with a variety of seat configurations, not with 40 seats

Unmatched Expertise

In Egypt, our Tour Directors are fully qualified Egyptologists, to make certain your vacation is truly rewarding. Elsewhere, they are similarly experts in their field, as are our local guides.

On board your Greek cruise, officers and crew with their great tradition of maritime excellence and immense knowledge of the region offer lectures on your numerous ports of call.

And our Resident Managers in Egypt and Greece work behind the scenes to ensure a memorable and trouble free vacation. We are the only company to do so and our experience in the region is unequalled.

Cruise in Comfort

Let us welcome you aboard Louis Lines fleet of mid-size ships, especially chosen for their suitability for visiting smaller ports and hidden treasures. Each has broad decks for sunning or strolling, a swimming pool for a refreshing dip; a selection of bars; handy gift shops, a hairdresser, great night time entertainment, disco, large dining rooms serving appetising menus and al fresco options for breakfast and lunch.

Your voyage of discovery will take you to picturesque Greek islands and ancient mainland ports where you'll find adventure and enjoyment along with a gentle sea breeze and picturesque sunsets.

In Egypt, you'll cruise in style aboard our superb fleet of 5 star Nile cruisers each with fully air-conditioned and well equipped cabins, plunge pool, bars, lounges and a restaurant serving delicious international and Oriental cuisine. These comfortable ships with their expert crews bring high levels of service and an oasis of relaxation. They are the perfect home from which to explore the wondrous ancient sites we include as part of your vacation.

Let Insight introduce you to the mystery and splendour of these timeless lands in style. Our expert tour planners have put together a range of superbly balanced tours and cruises, structured so you can easily combine them for an extended vacation.

Example Ship: PERLA Gross Tonnage: 16.710 Passengers: 918Length: 163.50m Breadth: 22.79m Draught: 6.50m Decks: 7

395 cabins with telephone, TV, radio and safety box. Dining room, entertainment lounges, piano bar, swimming pool, casino, photoshop, fitness center, shopping arcade/boutiques, beauty salon, children's club, fully air-conditioned, 4 elevators, electric current in cabins 220v/110v, radio room, Doctor on board.

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!

Here’s how...

Pay 4 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 2.5%

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.

EXTRA TOUR DISCOUNTS

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.

TOUR GUARANTEE FOR LAND TRAVEL: To assist you when booking our airline offers and taking our great early payment savings, Insight has designated a large number of tours which we guarantee will operate on the scheduled date, unless circumstances occur beyond our control. Look for Tour Guarantee (TG symbol) on the itinerary of your choice indicating applicable dates. All other featured departures are planned to operate however, for operational reasons, may be subject to re- scheduling with at least 50 days notice (between May 1st & September 30th).


   
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