Delphi & Meteora: Grecian Treasures Cruise Tour
Jul 3, 2025 — Jul 13, 2025
Starting from $8,636
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10 Nights in Wind Star
Delve into the ancient wonders of early Western Civilization on this 10-day journey featuring Meteora and Delphi and delve into the islands of Greece. Stroll the monument-lined Sacred Way toward the Grand Temple of Apollo in Delphi. Savor a moonlit Turkish dinner and romantic concert among the ruins of Ephesus in Turkey during Windstar’s complimentary Destination Discovery Event. Imagine the sense of adventure among Medieval Turkish raiders as you stare at natural sandstone pillars throughout Meteora Valley. Sip local Assyrtiko wine paired with freshly caught calamari while relaxing high above Santorini’s steep volcanic slopes. Relax by the crystal clear waters of Acropolis, Mykonos and Santorini beaches. Gaze across the Baroque-styled parapets of Palamidi Castle at Nafplio’s red-tiled roofs and the azure Argolic Gulf.
Popular Highlights
Upon arrival at Athens International Airport you’ll transfer to St. George Lycabettous Hotel, known for is famous Greek hospitality. The afternoon and evening are at your leisure.
After your morning breakfast, depart for the Archaeological site of Delphi, considered by the ancients to be the physical and spiritual center of the earth.
Meteora, one of the largest and most important groups of monasteries in Greece. The rock monasteries have been characterized by UNESCO as a unique phenomenon of cultural heritage.
The Acropolis hill, so called the "Sacred Rock" of Athens, is the most important site of the city. Climb the smooth marble steps as visitors have for centuries.
Additional Information
What's Included
- 3 hotel stays – 2 nights at St. George Lycabettous*, 1 night at Divani Meteora* Transfers from the airport, to and from all sites and to the ship
- Lunch at Delphi and Meteora, breakfast at the hotel
- Archaeological expert and English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to Delphi, Castalian Spring, the Grand Temple of Apollo, Delphi Museum, Meteora, the Acropolis, and the Parthenon
- 7-day cruise round trip from Athens
*Or similar class hotel
What to Pack
Bring sunglasses, hat, comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen. Dress code for the monasteries means both ladies and gentlemen should be modestly dressed for these visits. Ladies must wear skirts covering their knees, no trousers, and gentlemen should wear long trousers. Both must cover their shoulders.
With 3,000 years of history, you can't turn around in Athens without encountering the past. The Acropolis, a UNESCO site, the Plaka, and the Acropolis Museum are must-sees. But leave time if you can to climb Pnyx Hill for photos of the Parthenon at sunset, to buy your own set of Greek komboloi (worry beads), and to explore the metro stations that serve as mini-museums for the relics that are constantly being unearthed.
Wake this morning to the postcard-like scene of Mykonos, the classic Greek isle dotted with hundreds of whitewashed churches and thatch-roofed windmills, in a harbor bobbing with fishing boats and luxurious private yachts. An optional tour including a scenic ferry ride takes you back to the 6th century B.C. to the tiny island of Delos, a UNESCO site and the mythical birthplace of Apollo.
Mykonos: Mykonos Cooking Class (Easy-Moderate)
Mykonos, Concierge Collection: Five Senses of Mykonos (Moderate)
Mykonos, Delos Discovery (Strenuous)
Few places offer such a rich combination of history and scenic beauty. In Ephesus, one of the greatest outdoor museums in the world, you'll explore legendary sites steeped in history. Also visit the houses of Bulbul Mountain, where the roof of one forms the terrace of the next. This evening we present our Destination Discovery Event -- dinner in the moonlight and a concert near the Celsus Library or on Harbour Street in ancient Ephesus.
Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy)
Kusadasi, Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House (Moderate)
Kusadasi, Ephesus & Ancient Houses (Moderate-Strenuous)
Kusadasi, Archaeological Ephesus & Museum (Moderate)
Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy)
Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Ephesus & Private Lunch at Sirince Village (Moderate-Strenuous)
Kusadasi, Best of Ephesus (Moderate-Strenuous)
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known worldwide as the sacred island where St. John wrote the Book of Revelation, Patmos is the ideal place for nature lovers with its coastline of sheer cliffs and its volcanic soil. Highlights of Patmos include the Cave of the Apocalypse and the Holy Monastery of the Apocalypse.
Patmos, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy)
Patmos, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & Guide (Easy)
Patmos, Monastery & Cave of St John (Strenuous)
Patmos, Spirit of Patmos (Strenuous)
Patmos, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & Guide (Easy)
Patmos, Concierge Collection: Daily Life at the Monastery of Evaggelismos (Moderate)
Patmos, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy)
As our yacht approaches the spectacular cliffs rising from the deep azure sea, you'll understand the magic of this area, where some say the ruins of Atlantis remain hidden. Visit the village of Oia and see the iconic Santorini blue domes or take a guided tour of Bronze Age excavations at the UNESCO site of Akrotiri. Toast the day with a crisp, cold glass of local Assyrtiko wine and appreciate the magic accessible to small ships like ours.
Santorini, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy)
Santorini, Wineries of Santorini & Oia Village (Moderate-Strenuous)
Santorini, The Ancient City of Akrotiri & Oia (Moderate)
Santorini, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private CAR + Guide (Easy)
Santorini, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy)
Santorini, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR + Guide (Easy)
Santorini, Scenic Drive to Oia & Free Time (Moderate-Strenuous)
Santorini, Concierge Collection: Sailing the Caldera (Moderate)
This Gibraltar-like town tied to the mainland by a single thread of causeway holds treasures that are old even by Mediterranean standards, with town walls and several churches dating to the 12th century. Climb to the upper town for an up-close look at the castle and Agia Sophia, a Byzantine church. Wander the lanes of the lower town lined with Venetian mansions, many of which have been lovingly restored. Savor the sun on a smooth pebble beach.
Monemvasia Castle (Moderate-Stenuous)
Monemvasia, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR + Guide (Easy)
Monemvasia, Concierge Collection: Castle & Liotrivi Olive Oil Factory (Moderate)
Monemvasia, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy)
This charming seaside town on the Peloponnese is one of the most romantic cities in Greece. Enjoy the medieval old town with narrow cobblestone alleys, and neoclassical mansions with bougainvillea trees adorning the balconies. Take an optional tour to the UNESCO site of Epidaurus or the UNESCO site of Mycenea, ancient ruins including the famous Lion's Gate. Stroll the Syntagma Square and take in the beauty of the Palamidi Castle with its 999 steps carved from the rocks. The view is breathtaking.
Nafplio: Argolis UNESCO sites: Mycenae & Epidaurus (Moderate-Strenuous)
Naflio: Wine Paths of Argolis (Moderate)
Nafplio: Venetian Fortress & Walking Tour of Nafplion (Moderate-Strenuous)
With 3,000 years of history, you can't turn around in Athens without encountering the past. The Acropolis, a UNESCO site, the Plaka, and the Acropolis Museum are must-sees. But leave time if you can to climb Pnyx Hill for photos of the Parthenon at sunset, to buy your own set of Greek komboloi (worry beads), and to explore the metro stations that serve as mini-museums for the relics that are constantly being unearthed.
