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A Journey of Sunsets in the Cyclades & Bosphorus

Explora
Includes flights & Hotel stays in Istanbul and Venice with breakfast
see Istanbul (overnight), Mykonos (overnight), Santorini, Corfu, Gallipoli, Hvar, Pula, Venice (Fusina)
All cabins feature spacious private terraces

Destination

Southern Europe

Trip Duration

16 nights

Cruise Ship

EXPLORA I

Cruise Company

Explora

Start Port

Istanbul

Itinerary

Flight to Istanbul with major airline

Arrival in Istanbul

Overnight stay in a hotel

Overnight stay in a hotel

Depart 21:00

Istanbul is situated on the northern shore of the Marmara Sea between the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. Istanbul is only city in the world that is located on two continents. Numerous museums, theaters, opera houses and mosques and palaces can be visited. Tourists are strongly advised to visit the fortune-telling cafes, where charming ladies read the future from the coffee grounds.

Depart 23:00

Istanbul is situated on the northern shore of the Marmara Sea between the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. Istanbul is only city in the world that is located on two continents. Numerous museums, theaters, opera houses and mosques and palaces can be visited. Tourists are strongly advised to visit the fortune-telling cafes, where charming ladies read the future from the coffee grounds.

Arrive 08:00

Overnight

The Cycladic island of Mykonos is one of Greece’s most popular holiday destinations. The island enchants visitors with its cute colourful fishing boats, windmills, museums, churches and architecture.

Depart 01:00

The Cycladic island of Mykonos is one of Greece’s most popular holiday destinations. The island enchants visitors with its cute colourful fishing boats, windmills, museums, churches and architecture.

Arrive 08:00

Depart 22:00

The island of Santorini is undoubtedly the most famous of the Greek isles and is known as “unspoiled Greece”. The caldera view, the beaches, the narrow streets and smooth-edged houses are simply breathtaking. The Santorini Caldera is undeniably one of the natural wonders on planet earth. Santorini’s half-moon-shaped bay is the centre of the caldera, which collapsed after a volcanic eruption. the landscape consists of steep rocks and cliffs that tower above, almost touching the sky. The town of Oia always bustling with activity, and where you’ll find bars and restaurants. All promising a gorgeous panoramic view of the Caldera.

What’s included:

10 nights cruise services

  • A cruise from Istanbul to Fusina (Venice) on board the EXPLORA I
  • Transfers from port to city and vice versa (where available)
  • Port taxes
  • Accommodation in booked cabin
  • Wellness and fitness programmes on board and at destinations (some exclusions and conditions apply)
  • Infotainment system with Smart TVs and Netflix
  • Nine exceptional culinary experiences with various refined cuisine options
  • Unlimited drinks, fine wines and premium spirits, coffee specialities, tea and soft drinks, also in the minibar in the Suite
  • Tips on board
  • Main meals, snacks, late breakfast, coffee and tea specialities, patisserie and midnight snacks
  • 24-hour room service, including in-Suite dining
  • Unlimited access to the wellness area
  • Twice a day housekeeping, nightly turndown and shoe shine services
  • 24-hour concierge service
  • Welcome champagne
  • Video on demand (VoD) with various movies and series
  • Extensive pillow selection, plus bathrobes and slippers in the Suite
  • Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi on board
  • Onboard entertainment

Return economy class airfare from Sydney to Istanbul, return from Venice

    Air taxes

      2 nights accommodation in a hotel in Istanbul, with breakfast

      2 nights accommodation in a hotel in Venice, with breakfast

      Other Information

      You will be sailing on:

      EXPLORA I

      Get on board the brand new EXPLORA I, Explora Journey's first luxury liner, and discover comfort and hospitality like never before. With an incredible guest-to-crew ratio of 1,25:1 you will feel well taken care of. The ship is designed with preserving the environment in mind and boasts all the latest clean technology. No matter what cabin category you decide to go with, you'll enjoy spectacular ocean views from your own private terrace.

      Launch Date:

      2023

      Currency:

      EUR, USD

      Who is traveling?

      Adults18+ years
      2
      Kids0-17 years
      0
      • 2 Adults

      • 16 nights

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      A Journey of Sunsets in the Cyclades & Bosphorus