GREECE, EGYPT, ISRAEL, CYPRUS & TÜRKIYE (TURKEY)
Visit Europe, Africa, and Asia on this 7-night Mediterranean cruise plus Athens. Along the way, we’ll marvel at ancient wonders like the famed Acropolis in Athens, the Pyramids of Giza, and the Library of Celsus at Ephesus. We’ll also visit the Old City of Jerusalem, beautiful Cyprus, the island of Rhodes, and enjoy an excursion to Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Consider an optional tour to Aegina Island, the largest of the Saronic Islands and home to the Temple of Aphaia.
Did you know that you can make this tour private? Find out about pricing and options for groups of 10 or more travelers.
Itinerary at
a Glance
Tour Itinerary:
- 1 night in Athens
- 7-night Mediterranean Cruise to Cairo (Egypt), Ashdod (Israel), Limassol (Cyprus), Rhodes (Greece), Kusadasi (Türkiye)
- 2 nights in Athens
Tour Highlights
- Explore Three Continents in 8 Days
- Acropolis & Parthenon
- Athenian Agora
- Great Pyramids of Giza
- National Archaeological Museum (Cairo)
- Old City Jerusalem
- Bethlehem
- Limassol (Cyprus)
- Old City of Rhodes
- Lindos
- Ancient Ephesus
- UNESCO-listed ruins of Mycenae
- Ancient theater of Epidaurus
- Old quarter of Nafplio
Your Tour Includes
- Round-trip international airfare from the NY area (EWR) (passengers may also book this tour without flights)
- Airfare taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
- Ground transportation in air-conditioned motor coach
- 7-night cruise on the Mediterranean
- Accommodations at first-class hotels
- 28 meals: 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 10 dinners
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours including admission fees as indicated in the itinerary
- Professional, English-speaking Tour Director throughout
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Depart USA
Depart today on your overnight flight to Athens, Greece.
*Passengers who did not purchase flights will join the tour in Athens on Day 2.
Day 2: Arrive in Athens
Day 3: Depart Athens
Day 4: Day at Sea
Day 5: Giza & Cairo Excursion
Day 6: Jerusalem & Bethlehem Excursion
Day 7: Limassol (Cyprus)
Day 8: Rhodes
Day 9: Ephesus
Day 10: Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Excursion
Day 11: Athens
Day 12: Athens/USA
Guided Tour Pricing
Prices listed as “with flights” below include round-trip airfare from one or more airports in the USA. Travelers may choose to purchase the tour only, and arrange their own arrival in destination. Please note this may change your tour start date.
Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement applies when not sharing a room. Select a date above to
see the rates for that specific departure.
For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:30pm EST) at 1.800.337.7773.
Reservations and Payments
Reservations can be made online or by phone (1.800.337.7773 )
and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable,
non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the
time of reservation.
Deposits are $300 per person.
Full payment is due 120 days prior to departure.
Space and prices subject to availability.
Please see the
smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete booking
information.
Optional Tours Customize your trip with these optional tours.
Enhance your trip with our recommended optional tours. Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book when you reserve your trip and can be added to your reservation up to final payment. This is the best option to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour! Optional tours require a minimum number of participants. Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.
Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and may cost extra. The payment methods and currency information to purchase tours in-destination will be provided on final documentation.
Panoramic Limassol & Curium
Paphos Excursion
Curium, the Wine Village of Omodos & Limassol City
Aegina Island
Cooking Class Experience
Featured Accommodations
Electra Hotel Athens
Celestyal Crystal
Before You Depart
COVID-19 UPDATE
Departing the U.S.: For the safety of everyone in the group, smarTours has implemented COVID-19 travel requirements which apply to all tours regardless of destination. To learn more, click here.
Please note destination entry requirements are changing rapidly. smarTours will communicate entry requirements in your Tour Documents 10–14 days prior to departure. For up-to-date information, please click the links below.
- Entry requirements
- State Department Travel Advisory Updates (Greece, Egypt, Israel, Cyprus, Turkey)
- Center for Disease Control Updates & Information (Greece, Egypt, Israel, Cyprus, Turkey)
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Flights from the U.S. and back are on the following schedules. Please make sure to allow sufficient time for clearing customs and immigration if you are planning a connecting flight. We recommend at least three-and-a-half hours. Please note that flight schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
| Departure | Airline | Airport | Depart | Return |
| 2022: Nov. 17, Dec. 1 | Emirates Airline | New York (EWR) | 11:55 PM | 9:20 PM |
ADVANCE SEAT ASSIGNMENT
Our selected airlines do not assign seats in advance, and smarTours is not involved in seat assignments. Seat assignments can only be arranged at the airport upon check-in.
LAND-ONLY TRAVELERS
International flights to/from the U.S. are not included. Land-only travelers are responsible for arranging entry and exit flights, as well as their arrival and departure transfers. smarTours cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by air schedule changes and delays. Unused land services are non-refundable.
Main Tour: Land-only services start upon independent check-in at Athens hotel on Day 2 of the itinerary listed on the tour page. Land-only services end after breakfast at Athens hotel on Day 12 of the itinerary listed on the tour page.
PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION
You must possess a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. U.S. citizens do not require visas to any of the included destinations on this cruise tour. Non-U.S. citizens should check with the respective consulates for current visa requirements to all their travel destinations. Please remember that it is your responsibility to obtain the necessary travel documents before the trip. U.S. citizens do not require visas.
TICKETS AND FINAL DOCUMENTS
Final instructions, documents, and travel tips will be emailed to you 10–14 days before the scheduled start of your tour. If you have not received your final documents, please check your spam folder or contact smarTours.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Immunizations are not currently required. However, you may wish to consult your personal physician or local public health authorities as to their suggestions.
CLIMATE
Expect daytime high temperatures in the 60s in April and November; 70s in May and October and 80s in September. Evenings and early mornings may be cooler.
NON-INCLUDED MEALS AND SIGHTSEEING
The hotels used on this tour offer several dining choices, with the average cost for dinner (excluding drinks) in a casual restaurant about $20–$25 per person. Your hotel will accept credit cards for your non-included meals. Optional sightseeing tours and evening activities will be offered.
CREDIT CARDS AND LOCAL CURRENCY
The official currency in Greece and onboard the cruise is the Euro. On board the cruise and in many restaurants and upscale shops, you may use your credit card. Cash will be reuired if you plan to shop with street vendors. Tips to your tour guides and drivers should also be made in cash. It is recommended that you bring along cash in small denominations.
The State of Israel’s currency is the New Israel Shekel (NIS) or shekel for short. Credit cards, mainly Visa & Mastercard, are widely accepted. For street shopping and incidentals we recommend having both local currency and U.S dollars.
The Egyptian currency is the Egyptian Pound. You will need local currency for any street shopping. Some stores accept major credit cards. The U.S. Dollar is widely accepted in Egypt.
The currency of Türkiye is the Lira. Some stores accept major credit cards, including Visa and Mastercard. However, for “street shopping” you will need local currency.
BAGGAGE
Each passenger may bring one piece of checked-in luggage and one carry-on piece. Please check with the airline for the maximum weight and size for luggage. We recommend that you do not over-pack and that you take a variety of separates with climate and comfort in mind.