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Highlights of Turkey and Greece

12 days | Istanbul • Kepez • Kuşadası • Patmos • Bodrum • Rhodes • Santorini • Naxos • Mykonos • Athens

You have probably never experienced a city quite like Istanbul. This melting pot where east meets west will captivate you with its many sights and colourful hustle and bustle. Immerse yourself in it. It is defi nitely worth it! The rest of the cruise is more relaxed: enjoy travelling through time in the ancient city of Troy, the ruins of Ephesus, and the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus. You can also look forward to a fascinating mixture of Turkish hospitality and Greek joie de vivre, which will welcome you in all ports. You will soak up the sun on Rhodes, relax on magnifi cent beaches on Santorini, enjoy unforgettable views on Naxos, and spend a night in the port of Mykonos. Simply fabulous!

from €1,989 p. P. incl. Flight from €2,599 p. P. Select cabin

Mediterranean

VASCO DA GAMA

Why this trip?

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Discovered from the water, the major city of Istanbul reveals its very own magic once again.
On a panoramic tour through Anatolia, you will experience the real Turkey.
The ancient city of Iasos on the Turkish peninsula of Bodrum is one of the lesser-known destinations of your cruise. But it is truly an insider tip!
The Grand Master’s Palace on Rhodes was the offi cial residence of the Grand Masters of the Order of St. John in the 14th century. You can marvel at its reconstruction.

Itinerary

Istanbul

Experience world history in the fascinating metropolis of Istanbul. The port city at the interface between Europe and Asia is one of the most important historical cities, not least thanks to its location as a transit zone between the Black Sea and the Mediterranean. Let yourself be enchanted by the flair of the former Constantinople!

Embarkation 15:00 to 17:00.

Istanbul

Casting off: 18:00

Kepez (Çanakkale)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 17:00

Immerse yourself in history in Çanakkale, Turkey! Marvel at the impressive Trojan Horse and learn interesting and curious facts about the numerous ancient excavation sites of the region in the Troy Museum. Wonderful beaches and beautiful bays invite you to relax afterwards.

Kuşadası (Ephesus)

Mooring: 08:00

Immerse yourself in antiquity in the Turkish port city of Kusadasi during a visit to the impressive ruins of Ephesus with the great theater and the famous Celsus Library. The imposing Temple of Artemis, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, is also particularly worth seeing!

Kuşadası (Ephesus)

Casting off: 18:00

Patmos (Sporades)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 20:00

Patmos, often referred to as the Jerusalem of the Aegean, not only impresses with its outstanding monasteries. You will also be enchanted by the numerous white villas amidst steep rocky slopes.

Bodrum

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 22:00

Located on the Aegean coast, the municipality of Bodrum welcomes you. In addition to numerous museums, the buildings preserved from ancient times and the characteristic white house facades of the city provide an ideal backdrop for relaxing and exploring.

Lindos (Rhodes)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 23:00

High above the picturesque medieval village of Lindos towers the imposing ancient Acropolis. Let yourself be enchanted by the Greek flair on Rhodes with charming white houses and cobbled streets!

Santorini (Cyclades)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 23:00

Marvel at the fascinating landscape with its black, white and red lava rocks and enjoy the magnificent view over the sea and the beautiful blue roofs of the enchanting Greek island of Santorini from the picturesque towns of Fira and Oia on the cliffs!

Naxos (Cyclades)
Mykonos (Cyclades)

Mooring: 07:00 Casting off: 13:00

Mooring: 16:00

Naxos (Cyclades)

Mooring: 07:00 Casting off: 13:00
Mykonos (Cyclades)

Mooring: 16:00

Mykonos (Cyclades)

Casting off: 18:00

Greece at its best! On the island of Mykonos you are greeted by the typical picturesque Cycladic architecture with charming white houses, colorful wooden doors and windows and strikingly paved streets. Dreamlike beaches and crystal clear water complete the total package on the popular Greek vacation island.

Piraeus (Athen)

Mooring: 08:00

Follow the footsteps of history in Athens during a visit to the imposing Acropolis and learn a lot of interesting facts about the impressive buildings in the Greek capital in the fascinating Acropolis Museum.

Disembarkation until 09:00.

Services

The services provided during your trip

Cruise in the booked cabin category
nicko cruises full board
nicko cruises cruise management
German-speaking local tour guide during the excursions (this cannot be guaranteed in all destinations, in these cases English-speaking guide)
English-speaking service on board
Entertainment programme and lectures on the countries visited on board
Childcare and a large children‘s area extended over two decks with indoor and outdoor areas
Comfortable Whisper audio system on all excursions operated by nicko cruises
Use of the fitness area, swimming pools, outdoor sports area and spa area with sauna
Travel documents
Luggage service between landing stage and cabin for embarkation and disembarkation
All port and passenger fees

Additional services

Arrival and departure
Classic beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €363 p. P.
Premium beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €583 p. P.
Non-alcoholic beverage package for kids & teens on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €154 p. P.
Insurance
Complete insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
Travel health insurance

Your ship: VASCO DA GAMA

On our VASCO DA GAMA, which was named Ship of the Year in April 2023, you can travel to your personal places of longing all over the world. Whether you are dreaming of the North Cape, the Mediterranean or even a trip around the world: You will indulge in pure cruise feeling on a comparatively small ship with a manageable number of guests of maximum 1,000 passengers. Enjoy the family atmosphere on board our charming ocean-going vessel VASCO DA GAMA and indulge in culinary delights in our five restaurants. Our attentive, German-speaking service staff will serve you top-class drinks in the seven bars and cafés on board, which have been furnished with great attention to detail. The heated swimming pool on the Lido Deck can be used all year round, regardless of the weather, thanks to the flexible sliding glass roof. Our on-board program is rounded off by first-class entertainment with on-board shows, varied live music and lectures on local history.