Greece: Ancient civilisation brought to life
Day 1-3 Athens
Climb to the top of Acropolis Hill; and you’ll encounter the ancient Parthenon, one of the ancient world’s great wonder. See the changing of the guard outside Parliament, known for the pom-poms on their shoes above everything else. It’s only a short ride down to the city’s port, Piraeus, where you can catch a ferry to the Greek Islands.
Transfers to Crete 11h24m0h50m
Day 4-7 Crete
Explore this popular island beloved of sun seekers and nature lovers. Its terrain varies from mountain valleys and rugged canyons to soft sandy beaches lapped by the warm waters of the eastern Mediterranean. Don’t miss a trip to the island’s capital Heraklion, which is where you’ll find the Palace of Knossos, a scrambling hilltop ruin, and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
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