Date	Port Click to Expand	Arrival	Departure
	Sep 16 – Mon	Istanbul – Turkey		23:00
Individual arrival in Istanbul ~ embarkation on the Silver Cloud. If True Greece has arranged for your pre-cruise experience at a luxury Istanbul hotel, before meeting your private car transfer to board your cruise, enjoy a guided tour of the incredible city of Istanbul. Standing firmly over two continents, Istanbul is the personification of a true “cosmopolitan” city. Your True Greece guide will show you this multi-cultural and historic city through the eyes of a local. Depending on the day of your Istanbul tour you will have the opportunity to visit the Blue Mosque and its superb inner courtyard, the Hippodrome originally built by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus in 203 AD, the magnificent Byzantine church of St. Sophia, the Underground Cistern built during the reign of Constantine I, the Topkapi Palace where the Ottoman Sultans presided over their vast empire and the Grand Bazaar where almost 5,000 shops are spread out in a giant maze of small streets and passages that are arranged according to their trade. By the end of this fascinating day you will feel like a citizen of this “international” city. Following your tour, board your cruise ship at Istanbul’s main port and begin your journey of the Eastern Mediterranean. We wish you an exceptional cruise experience!
	Sep 17 – Tue	At Sea
	Sep 18 – Wed	Kusadasi – Turkey	08:00	18:00
Kusadasi – meaning “bird island” – is a lively resort town located on Turkey’s Aegean Coast. The area’s history dates back as far as 3000 B.C. and has been a center of art and culture of many civilizations since. Before becoming a popular vacation spot in the 1980’s, Kusadasi itself was a modest town with a population consisting mostly of farmers and fishermen, while today’s Kusadasi resembles a modern European city. Head out for some shopping into the maze of pedestrian roads in the old quarter, where you can find some traditional Turkish goods, like leather, carpets, jewellery, ceramics, etc. On the way there, just outside the port you will pass the The Öküz Mehmet Pasha caravanserai. Built in the early 17th century, it once served as a roadside inn for travelers to rest and recover from the day's journey. Alternatively, take a walk along the bay and visit the peninsula Guvercin Adası ("Pigeon Island") that hosts a castle and several beaches, including a private beach with a café facing the town and the port, and public beaches facing the open sea. If you have included a private guided tour of Ephesus, you will meet with your guide and driver and head toward this breathtaking ancient site. Ephesus boasts a rich and vibrant history and has become famous for its incredible historical landmarks, such as the Library of Celsus, the magnificent ancient theater, and the famous Terrace Houses. Explore this wonderful archaeological site with the assistance of your guide and marvel at one of the best preserved cities of the Ancient world. Reaching its climax during the Roman period, when it was regarded as the second largest city in the world, it is here where St Paul stayed for nearly three years preaching his beliefs. Considered as one of the seven Churches of Asia by Saint John in the Book of Revelations, Ephesus was also the site of the Temple of Artemis, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient world.
	Sep 19 – Thu	Rhodes – Greece	08:00	17:00
Rhodes, an island famed for its beaches and its medieval main town, is the largest of the Dodecanese islands. The Old Town of Rhodes, a mixture of Medieval, Ottoman, and Greek architecture, offers itself for enchanting walks among narrow alleys – as well as some of the finest shopping around. Rhodes is also an island rich in history: the majestic Palace of the Grand Masters conveys a sense of the power that the medieval Knights exercised over the island for over 200 years, and the Acropolis of Lindos, one of the three original Dorian Greek cities on Rhodes, boasts to be home of the columns of the Temple of Athena (c. 350 BC), one of the most photographed buildings of ancient Greece. If you have included a True Greece tour or excursion today in Rhodes, meet your guide or transfer agent upon arrival at the harbor and begin your exploration of this incredible island under the care of True Greece.
	Sep 20 – Fri	Limassol – Cyprus	12:00	18:00
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	Sep 21 – Sat	Haifa – Israel	07:00	23:00
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	Sep 22 – Sun	Ashdod – Israel	07:00	19:00
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	Sep 23 – Mon	Port Said – Egypt	05:30	19:00
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	Sep 24 – Tue	Alexandria – Egypt	07:00	19:00
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	Sep 25 – Wed	At Sea
	Sep 26 – Thu	Mykonos – Greece	08:00	18:00
Cosmopolitan Mykonos, with its wonderful beaches, impressive restaurants, and energetic nightlife, offers a more adventurous yet genuinely Greek experience. In Mykonos, freedom of expression is visible in every corner, and the combination of such a tranquil setting with a vibrant social scene has elevated the island to a premier destination for travelers from around the world. Get lost in the labyrinth of narrow streets lined with white washed houses, shops, cafes, and bars. Enjoy an exciting evening on this island and as the sun-sets, watch the island literally come alive! If you have included a True Greece guided tour of Delos, today you will explore a neighboring island to Mykonos that during ancient times, according to Greek mythology, was a moving island that freely roamed the sea. Today it is quite stable and only a short boat ride from Mykonos. Your True Greece guide will show you this fascinating archaeological site, and guide you through the numerous statues, pillars, temples and mosaics. Walking amongst the ruins you will undoubtedly feel the spiritual ambiance of this island, which is regarded as one of the most important and sacred sites of the ancient world.
	Sep 27 – Fri	Nafplio – Greece	08:00	19:00
Nafplio is a beautiful town that was named the first capital of Greece in 1829; today Nafplio is a lively and charming seaside town. Enjoy a leisure stroll through the old city and become enchanted with its impressive combination of medieval and neoclassic characteristics. If you have included a True Greece guided tour of Nafplio and Mycenae, meet your driver and guide to explore and learn more about these exciting locations. Together with your local True Greece guide you will have the opportunity to see and learn about historically significant sights, such as the Venetian castles of Akronafplia, Bourtzi, and Palamidi. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a guided tour of Mycenae - one of the best known ancient sites in Greece, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cross the threshold of the ‘Lions Gate’ and enter the Mycenaean realm in all its glory. Dating back to the second millennium BC, the legendary ancient city of Mycenae exudes history and mythology, since it was King Agamemnon of Mycenae that stood by his brother’s side – King Menelaus of Sparta – and spearheaded the epic war on Troy. Your True Greece guide will lead you on this journey into one of the richest and prominent cities of the Late Bronze Age.
	Sep 28 – Sat	Athens – Greece	07:00
Arrival Athens ~ individual departure. Disembark your cruise ship at Athens’ main port of Piraeus - Greece's largest port and gateway to the Mediterranean since 482 BC! If True Greece has arranged for your post-cruise experience, upon arrival at the Piraeus cruise terminal meet your private driver who will transfer you to your luxury hotel in Athens; then enjoy a True Greece guided tour of Athens and the Acropolis. Together with your local True Greece guide, the highlights tour will expose you to this diverse city - birth place of modern democracy and cradle of western civilization. Follow your True Greece guide up the steps once taken by ancients like Socrates, Pericles and Plato, and gaze at the ‘sacred’ Acropolis, home to the magnificent and architecturally unique Parthenon. Allow your True Greece guide to bring the city of Athens and this exceptional experience to life, with a wealth of historical and cultural information. As part of your tour, you will also have the opportunity to visit significant and historically important sites, such as the Parliament Building, the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, the Columns of Olympian Zeus, and the Presidential Mansion. If you have already had the opportunity of exploring Athens and its historically significant monuments, it would be our pleasure to arrange a guided tour to one of the many famous ancient sites outside of the city – perhaps Ancient Delphi or the Temple of Zeus at Sounio. Whatever your preferences, we can fulfil exactly what you are looking for…and more!

Since each individual’s accommodation preferences differ and cruise fares constantly change based on availability, to learn more about this cruise please contact a True Greece Concierge to begin planning a cruise trip customized to your needs.

Istanbul

• Istanbul Tour
  
  Standing firmly over two continents, Istanbul is the personification of a true “cosmopolitan” city. Your TrueTurkey guide will show you this multi-cultural and historic city through the eyes of a local. Depending on the day of your Istanbul tour you will have the opportunity to visit the Blue Mosque and its superb inner courtyard, the Hippodrome originally built by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus in 203 AD, the magnificent Byzantine church of St. Sophia, the Underground Cistern built during the reign of Constantine I, the Topkapi Palace where the Ottoman Sultans presided over their vast empire and the Grand Bazaar where almost 5,000 shops are spread out in a giant maze of small streets and passages that are arranged according to their trade. By the end of this fascinating day you will feel like a citizen of this “international” city.

Kusadasi

• Ephesus Tour
  
  Located close to the coast in the Aegean Region, Ephesus boasts a rich and vibrant history and has become famous for its incredible historical landmarks, such as the Library of Celsus, the magnificent ancient theater, and the famous Terrace Houses. Explore this wonderful archaeological site with the assistance of you TrueTurkey guide and marvel at one of the best preserved cities of the Ancient world. Reaching its climax during the Roman period when it was regarded as the second largest city in the world, it is here where St Paul stayed for nearly 3 years preaching his beliefs. Considered as one of the seven Churches of Asia by Saint John in the Book of Revelations, Ephesus was also the site of the Temple of Artemis which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient world.

Rhodes

• TrueGreece Palace of the Grand Master & Castle of the Knights Tour
  
  There can be no denying that the main attraction of Rhodes Island is the Medieval Town. Built by the Knights of St. John during the late 15th and early 16th century the great walls, large towers, imposing gates and impressive bastions stand as a reminder to all visitors of the power once wielded by this island. Follow your TrueGreece guide through the monumental and majestic Palace of the Grand Masters, with its imposing entrance and learn about the history that shaped the island. While walking through the narrow medieval streets wonder at some of the delights pointed out by your Truegreece guide. Churches, synagogues, public buildings, archways, courtyards, gardens, Turkish baths, will all blend together and create a unique, picturesque and enchanting experience. 
  
  
• TrueGreece Lindos Tour
  
  The island of Rhodes has been a significant cultural, religious and military crossroads throughout history. Nowhere is this more evident than on the Acropolis of Lindos, which has been continuously fortified and improved during the centuries by the various governors of the island. The Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, the Knights of St John, and the Ottomans have all helped create the magnificent site visible today. Walk with your TrueGreece guide through the striking ruins and marvel at the history which exudes from this natural fortress.

Mykonos

• True Greece Delos Tour
  
  During ancient times, according to Greek mythology, Delos was a moving island that freely roamed the sea. Today it is quite stable and only a short boat ride from Mykonos. Your True Greece guide will show you this fascinating archaeological site, and guide you through the numerous statues, pillars, temples and mosaics. Walking amongst the ruins you will undoubtedly feel the spiritual ambiance of this island, which is regarded as one of the most important and sacred sites of the ancient world.

 

• True Greece Mykonos Town Tour
  
  An archetype of Cycladic architecture, Mykonos Town or Hora is protected by Greek law in order to sustain its beauty and elegance. Follow your True Greece guide and get a local’s perspective of this architecturally exceptional location. Visit a rare jewel of traditional Greek Architecture, the Church of Panayia Paraportyanni which dates back to the 15th century. Learn the history and significance of the trademark windmills of Mykonos and visit a local bakery where you can sample some of their fresh produce. You will also have a chance to visit the quaint local archaeological museum and walk around “Little Venice.”

Nafplio            

• TrueGreece Nafplio & Mycenae Tour
  
  Named as the first capital of Greece in 1829, Nafplio is a lively and charming seaside town that will surely enchant you with its impressive combination of medieval and neoclassic characteristics. Your TrueGreece guide will show you imposing and historically significant sights, such as the Venetian castles of Akronafplia, Bourtzi, and Palamidi. You can also visit the Church of St. Spyridon and complete your journey into contemporary Greek history. Cross the threshold of the “Lions Gate” and enter the Mycenaean realm in all its glory. Dating back to the second millennium BC the legendary ancient city of Mycenae exudes history and mythology. It was King Agamemnon of Mycenae that stood by his brothers side – King Menelaus of Sparta – and spearheaded the epic war on Troy. Your TrueGreece guide will lead you on this journey into one of the richest and prominent cities of the Late Bronze Age.

• TrueGreece Nafplio & Epidavros Tour
  
  Named as the first capital of Greece in 1829, Nafplio is a lively and charming seaside town that will surely enchant you with its impressive combination of medieval and neoclassic characteristics. Your TrueGreece guide will show you imposing and historically significant sights, such as the Venetian castles of Akronafplia, Bourtzi, and Palamidi. You can also visit the Church of St. Spyridon and complete your journey into contemporary Greek history. Seating almost 14,000 spectators the magnificent Theater of Epidavros will definitely overwhelm you with its powerful ambiance. Stand on the stage that has hosted performances of famous ancient playwrights such as Sophocles, Euripides and Aeschylus and soak in the atmosphere. Test the outstanding acoustics of the theater with your TrueGreece tour guide and discover the secrets of this architectural masterpiece.

Athens            

• TrueGreece Acropolis & Athens City Tour
  
  Meaning “peak of the city” in Greek, the Ancient Acropolis stands proudly above the city of Athens; birth place of modern democracy and the cradle of western civilization. Follow your True Greece guide up the steps once taken by ancients like Socrates, Pericles and Plato, and gaze at the “sacred” Acropolis, home to the magnificent and architecturally unique Parthenon. Allow your True Greece guide to bring the city of Athens and this exceptional experience to life, with a wealth of historical and cultural information. Visit significant and historically important sites, such as the Parliament Building, the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, the Columns of Olympian Zeus, and the Presidential Mansion.

• TrueGreece Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon Tour
  
  Legend has it that the Aegean Sea was named after the King of Athens at the time, Aegeus. The tragic King leapt to his death off the cliffs at Cape Sounio, after mistakenly thinking that his son Theseus had died at the hands of the Minotaur in Crete. The striking cliffs at Cape Sounio are crowned by the famous temple of Poseidon, which was constructed in c.440 B.C. Admire and explore this impressive structure that still stands tall with 16 of its 42 columns; it is a testament to ancient Greek architecture.

• TrueGreece National Archaeological Museum Tour
  
  Home to the more than 20,000 artifacts and the world’s greatest collection of ancient Greek masterworks, this amazing exhibition will enchant you, with its diversity and range. Allow your TrueGreece guide to take you on a journey through Greek civilization from the beginnings of Pre-history to Late Antiquity, and marvel at some of the most outstanding artistic achievements of each time period.

• TrueGreece Cycladic & Ancient Agora Museum Tour
  
  Visit one of the most notable private collections of ancient artifacts and art in Athens. Founded in 1986 by the Goulandris family, this museum is focused on the study and promotion of ancient cultures of the Aegean and Cyprus, with special emphasis on Cycladic Art of the 3rd millennium BC. Continue your tour with your TrueGreece guide to a visit to the Museum of the Ancient Agora. Home to artifacts closely connected to Athenian Democracy the Museum of the Ancient Agora, which is housed in the renovated building of the “Stoa of Atalos” will provide an array of objects used by ancient Athenians in their every day life.

• TrueGreece Benaki & Ancient Agora Museum Tour
  
  Visit one of the most impressive private collections of ancient artifacts and art in Athens. Hosting an admirable collection of works from the Neolithic Age to modern Greece, this museum will definitely leave you with plenty to think about.Continue your tour with your TrueGreece guide to a visit to the Museum of the Ancient Agora. Home to artifacts closely connected to Athenian Democracy the Museum of the Ancient Agora, which is housed in the renovated building of the “Stoa of Atalos” will provide an array of objects used by ancient Athenians in their every day life.

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