Destination
Southern Europe
Trip Duration
16 nights
Cruise Ship
EXPLORA I
Cruise Company
ExploraStart Port
IstanbulEnd Port
Fusina (Venice)Flight to Istanbul with major airline
Arrival in Istanbul
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.
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.
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.
Arrive 09:00
Depart 19:00
The second largest of the seven Ionian Islands, Corfu, is often referred to as 'the green island'. Among the attractions of Corfu is the Achilleion, a palace of the Empress Elizabeth of Austria, the old town and the viewing point 'Bella Vista' at Paleokastitsa. In the centre of Corfu is the Panagia Spiliotissa Catherdral and Platiteraklooster.
Arrive 09:00
Depart 18:00
Gallipoli is a coastal town of 20,000 in southern Italy, about 200km from Bari. The old part of the city is packed with historical building and structures, including a 16th Century bridge and the 14th Century city wall. The newer side of the city is filled with modern buildings, including a skyscraper. The village relies on fishing and tourism mainly for its income.
Arrive 12:00
Depart 20:00
Hvar is situated in the Adriatic Sea off the Croatian coast and is the fourth largest of the islands there, with a population of 11,500. Hvar is characterized by its lavender and rosemary fields and the many narrow country roads, from which one has a wonderful view of the turquoise sea.
Return economy class airfare from Sydney to Istanbul, return from Venice
2 nights accommodation in a hotel in Istanbul, with breakfast
2 nights accommodation in a hotel in Venice, with breakfast
Air taxes
You will be sailing on:
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:
2023Currency:
EUR, USD2 Adults
16 nights
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