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74 | SMALL GROUP DISCOVERIES GRECIAN ODYSSEY 13 DAYS – ATHENS TO ELOUNDA 12 Nights Greece Day 1. Arrive Athens. Be met on arrival and transfer to your hotel. With breathtaking views of the fabled Acropolis, the multi-awarded five-star heritage Hotel Grande Bretagne offers an unrivalled perspective of Athens' mythical history. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail Reception. Two Night Stay: Athens, Hotel Grande Bretagne. Day 2. Athens. Your expert guide will show you the best of ancient and modern Athens, including the Acropolis, the universal symbols of the classical spirit and civilisation. This evening, enjoy an exclusive after hours private visit and dinner at the Museum of Cycladic Art, featuring magnificent works of the 3rd millennium BC. BD Day 3. Athens, Mykonos. Board a catamaran and travel in business class to the sun-drenched isle of Mykonos. The Royal Mykonian Hotel & Thalasso Spa is the perfect haven to unwind. Relax in your luxurious accommodation with a private balcony overlooking the stunning Elia Beach. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before dinner. Two Night Stay: Mykonos, Royal Mykonian Hotel & Thalasso Spa. BD YOUR INCLUDED SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Enjoy an after hours private visit and dinner at the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens, featuring magnificent works of the 3rd millennium BC In Chania, you will have the opportunity to meet with a local war expert, where you will gain an insight into the Battle of Crete Day 4. Mykonos. After a leisurely morning, the choice is yours. Discover the authentic ingredients of Mykonian cuisine from a local with a fun cooking class, followed by lunch. Alternatively, embark on a culinary and cultural experience, commencing with a visit to the local markets, then meet the island's mascot, 'Peter the Pelican' at the harbour front. Continue to the House of Lena, before enjoying a traditional Greek mezze platter and wine tasting at a local tavern. BL Day 5. Mykonos, Santorini. After breakfast, transfer by catamaran in business class to Santorini, the white pearl of the indigo Aegean. Arrive at your hotel, where your accommodation features private sea view verandas complete with an outdoor Jacuzzi. In the late afternoon, capture a famous Santorini sunset aboard a cruise to Santorini Volcano, while sipping on local wine and enjoying a barbecue on board. Two Night Stay: Santorini, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa. BD Day 6. Santorini. Visit the site of Akrotiri, an ancient city uncovered from volcanic ash in 1967. Continue to a local winery to enjoy a wine GREECE GREECE Rafina ATHENS Mykonos Santorini 2 2 2 Coach Catamaran Transfer No. of Nights Stay Included Experiences/ Freedom of Choice™ 1 KEY SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE FREEDOM OF CHOICE TM (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner Heraklion Spinalonga Vai Sitia Rethymno ELOUNDA Chania 3 CRETE (GREECE) 3 ITINERARY OVERVIEW DAY DESTINATION 1 Athens 2 Athens 3 Mykonos 4 Mykonos 5 Santorini 6 Santorini 7 Chania 8 Chania, Rethymno 9 Chania 10 Heraklion, Elounda 11 Elounda, Sitia, Vai 12 Elounda, Spinalonga 13 Elounda SMALL GROUP DISCOVERIES