Athens is a majestic, ancient city where elegance meets grit: highways wrap around ruins, museums and galleries stand beside street art, and its legacy spans philosophy, drama and democracy. See the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, Mount Lycabettus views, and the Old Olympic Stadium. Beyond the center, beaches and temples line the coast. Slow down for Greek coffee and souvlaki.

Discover the most extraordinary island in the Aegean, Santorini! Set sail on our Cruise ship to discover the dazzling white towns of this distiguishly gorgeous city.

Heraklion (Iraklio) may not be Crete's prettiest spot, but its mix of history, culture and energy makes it a great change of pace and a smart base for exploring the island. Greece's fifth-largest city offers excellent museums, ancient ruins, good shopping and a lively waterfront. Highlights include the Venetian fortress and seawall, nearby Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, and the pedestrian Daidalou district for cafés, fountains and local food like dakos and raki.

Milos is a Greek island in the SW Cyclades, Aegean Sea, 86 nautical miles from Piraeus and midway to Crete. It covers 151 sq km with a 125 km coastline. Adamas, its main port, is a seaside village of white houses founded in 1835 by refugees from Sfakia, Crete. With its large, safe natural harbour and strategic position, Adamas became historically important. It has beaches, tourist services, old churches, and mining and ecclesiastical museums.

Naousa, on the island of Paros, is a picture-perfect Cycladic harbour town where whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and bougainvillea-lined lanes create an irresistibly Greek island scene. Wander the waterfront for seafood tavernas, cafés and lively evening atmosphere, or head beyond the town to discover golden beaches, hidden coves and the relaxed charm that makes Paros such a favourite in the Aegean.

Rhodes blends sun-soaked beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Part of the Dodecanese in the Aegean, it offers dazzling coastline, pine-covered hills, and the UNESCO-listed Old Town, where medieval walls, Ottoman minarets, and cobbled streets echo its layered past. Visit Lindos' ancient Acropolis, the Palace of the Grand Masters, and enjoy Greek cuisine, lively courtyards, and turquoise coves perfect for both relaxation and water sports.

Explore Ephesus from Kusadasi, on the Turkish coast, just 10 miles inland. This UNESCO World Heritage site was once home to 150,000 people and is only about 20% excavated. See the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders, and the Library of Celsus, plus atmospheric ruins that host evening concerts. The museum displays 25,000 treasures. Afterward, enjoy kebabs or dolma, and Kusadasi's lively Aegean beaches, restaurants, and cafes.

Mykonos is a dazzling Greek island known for lively nightlife, superb food and wine, turquoise seas, whitewashed buildings, and iconic windmills. Explore Mykonos Town's narrow streets, artisan studios, bars, beaches, coves, and Little Venice sunsets. Rich in culture, legend, and enduring glamour, it remains a sought-after escape.

Athens is a majestic, ancient city where elegance meets grit: highways wrap around ruins, museums and galleries stand beside street art, and its legacy spans philosophy, drama and democracy. See the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, Mount Lycabettus views, and the Old Olympic Stadium. Beyond the center, beaches and temples line the coast. Slow down for Greek coffee and souvlaki.