Scenic Ocean Cruises801G250627.1
Greek Isles, Turkey & The Pyramids
Date
2027-06-25
Duration
11 nights
Departure Port
Athens (Piraeus)
Greece
Arrival Port
Malta
Malta
Rating
Ultra Luxury
Theme
—
Date
2027-06-25
Duration
11 nights
Departure Port
Athens (Piraeus)
Greece
Arrival Port
Malta
Malta
Rating
Ultra Luxury
Theme
—
Scenic Ocean Cruises
—
—
16,500 GT
228
114
172
551 m
22 m
17 knots
No
The port that launched Athenian democracy's naval supremacy at the Battle of Salamis, Piraeus remains Greece's maritime heartbeat — and the most convenient gateway to both the Acropolis and the Aegean island chains. Dine on grilled sea bream at a Mikrolimano harbourside taverna, visit the extraordinary bronze Piraeus Apollo, and set sail for Hydra or Santorini by afternoon. Late April through June and September offer the Aegean at its most golden and uncrowded.
Kuşadası owes its place on the world's cruise itineraries to one extraordinary proximity: the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the greatest metropolises of the Greco-Roman world, lies just seventeen kilometres from the port. Ephesus — with its two-kilometre marble colonnade, the Library of Celsus, and the Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) — demands at least half a day of unhurried exploration. The House of the Virgin Mary, a pilgrimage site believed to be where Mary spent her final years, adds a profound spiritual dimension. Kuşadası itself is a lively Aegean resort; the season runs April through October, with May and September offering ideal temperatures and smaller crowds.
Santorini, the ancient volcanic caldera rising from the Aegean, is Greece's most theatrical landscape — a crescentic island of sheer white cliffs plunging into an indigo sea, its clifftop villages of Fira and Oia draped in bougainvillea and culminating in the world's most photographed sunset. The island's unique Assyrtiko wine, grown on ancient ungrafted vines in volcanic pumice, is one of the Mediterranean's greatest expressions of terroir. Byzantine frescoes of extraordinary beauty fill the Prehistoric Museum of Thera. The volcanic black and red sand beaches of Perissa and Perivolos are unlike any others in Greece. April through June and September through October offer the finest conditions.
Alexandria is the ancient Mediterranean port where the Great Library, Euclid's geometry, and the Pharos lighthouse defined Western civilization, now home to the stunning Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the multicultural Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa. Visit October through April via Oceania Cruises or Royal Caribbean for twenty-three centuries of layered history, optional Cairo excursions, and the city whose intellectual legacy surpasses most nations.
Agios Nikolaos, a gem on Crete's eastern coast, offers a blend of rich history and vibrant local culture. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional Cretan dishes like moussaka and dakos, and exploring the stunning Voulismeni Lake. The best time to visit is during the spring and early autumn months, when the weather is mild and the town is less crowded.
Giardini Naxos is the Sicilian bay where Greek civilization first touched western shores in 734 BC, serving today as the gateway to hilltop Taormina's extraordinary Greek-Roman theatre with Mount Etna as its eternal backdrop. Visit May or September via Windstar or Explora Journeys for ancient ruins, cable-car ascents to Sicily's most famous resort, and the view that convinced the first Greek colonists they had found paradise.
Valletta, Europe's smallest capital, is a fortress city of exceptional grandeur raised from bare limestone in just fifteen years after the Knights of St. John repelled the great Ottoman siege of 1565 — its rigid Renaissance grid of sun-drenched streets concealing a density of baroque palaces, gilded oratories, and subterranean World War II shelters unrivaled anywhere in the Mediterranean. The Grand Harbour, framed by golden bastions plunging into startlingly blue water, offers one of the most dramatically photogenic arrivals in the world for arriving vessels. Spring and autumn deliver the most comfortable temperatures for exploring this UNESCO-listed gem.
Day 1
The port that launched Athenian democracy's naval supremacy at the Battle of Salamis, Piraeus remains Greece's maritime heartbeat — and the most convenient gateway to both the Acropolis and the Aegean island chains. Dine on grilled sea bream at a Mikrolimano harbourside taverna, visit the extraordinary bronze Piraeus Apollo, and set sail for Hydra or Santorini by afternoon. Late April through June and September offer the Aegean at its most golden and uncrowded.
Day 2
Kuşadası owes its place on the world's cruise itineraries to one extraordinary proximity: the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the greatest metropolises of the Greco-Roman world, lies just seventeen kilometres from the port. Ephesus — with its two-kilometre marble colonnade, the Library of Celsus, and the Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) — demands at least half a day of unhurried exploration. The House of the Virgin Mary, a pilgrimage site believed to be where Mary spent her final years, adds a profound spiritual dimension. Kuşadası itself is a lively Aegean resort; the season runs April through October, with May and September offering ideal temperatures and smaller crowds.
Day 3
Santorini, the ancient volcanic caldera rising from the Aegean, is Greece's most theatrical landscape — a crescentic island of sheer white cliffs plunging into an indigo sea, its clifftop villages of Fira and Oia draped in bougainvillea and culminating in the world's most photographed sunset. The island's unique Assyrtiko wine, grown on ancient ungrafted vines in volcanic pumice, is one of the Mediterranean's greatest expressions of terroir. Byzantine frescoes of extraordinary beauty fill the Prehistoric Museum of Thera. The volcanic black and red sand beaches of Perissa and Perivolos are unlike any others in Greece. April through June and September through October offer the finest conditions.
Day 4
Day 5
Alexandria is the ancient Mediterranean port where the Great Library, Euclid's geometry, and the Pharos lighthouse defined Western civilization, now home to the stunning Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the multicultural Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa. Visit October through April via Oceania Cruises or Royal Caribbean for twenty-three centuries of layered history, optional Cairo excursions, and the city whose intellectual legacy surpasses most nations.
Day 7
Agios Nikolaos, a gem on Crete's eastern coast, offers a blend of rich history and vibrant local culture. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional Cretan dishes like moussaka and dakos, and exploring the stunning Voulismeni Lake. The best time to visit is during the spring and early autumn months, when the weather is mild and the town is less crowded.
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Giardini Naxos is the Sicilian bay where Greek civilization first touched western shores in 734 BC, serving today as the gateway to hilltop Taormina's extraordinary Greek-Roman theatre with Mount Etna as its eternal backdrop. Visit May or September via Windstar or Explora Journeys for ancient ruins, cable-car ascents to Sicily's most famous resort, and the view that convinced the first Greek colonists they had found paradise.
Day 12
Valletta, Europe's smallest capital, is a fortress city of exceptional grandeur raised from bare limestone in just fifteen years after the Knights of St. John repelled the great Ottoman siege of 1565 — its rigid Renaissance grid of sun-drenched streets concealing a density of baroque palaces, gilded oratories, and subterranean World War II shelters unrivaled anywhere in the Mediterranean. The Grand Harbour, framed by golden bastions plunging into startlingly blue water, offers one of the most dramatically photogenic arrivals in the world for arriving vessels. Spring and autumn deliver the most comfortable temperatures for exploring this UNESCO-listed gem.
Owner’s Penthouse Suites are the ultimate indulgence. Located on Deck 9 and elegantly appointed with spacious curved terraces featuring a private Jacuzzi and the best views on board, you will never want to leave. Combine our Owner’s Penthouse Suite with a Spa Suite to create a magnificent Two-bedroom Penthouse Suite.
Spacious outdoor terrace with lounge area, sun loungers and private Jacuzzi
Bedroom suite with luxury king size Slumber Bed, reading alcove, desk and 60” HDTV
His and hers walk-in-robe
Bathroom featuring dual steam shower with light therapy plus spacious dual his and hers vanity including VIP amenities
Therapeutic spa bath
Spa Day Bed - transforming for in-suite private spa experience
One-hour complimentary in-suite spa treatment per guest
Spacious lounge and dining area with cinema surround and 70” HDTV
Dining table with seating up to eight guests
Library including Kindle e-books
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service including packing and unpacking of luggage
In-suite beverage, dining & early morning tea/coffee service
Canapés and petite fours delivered to your suite
Personalised wine bar and mini bar stocked with your preferences (restocked daily)
Personalised butler bar featuring Illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
Guest powder room
Bose sound system
Unlimited complimentary laundry service (limited in Polar Regions due to environmental regulations)
Guaranteed dining in specialty restaurants
Guaranteed preferred choice of shore excursions and discovery experiences including zodiacs, kayaks, e-bikes and much more
VIP booking for spa treatments, helicopter, submarine and scuba experiences – additional charges apply
VIP embarkation and disembarkation
Private Verandah
Luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed
Separate sleep zone
Separate lounge area
En-suite bathroom with shower and vanity
Luxury bathroom amenities
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Shoeshine service
Early morning tea/coffee service
In-suite beverage service
In-suite dining service
Full mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
HDTV and Bose sound system
Choose from our Deluxe Verandah Suites to larger Grand Deluxe Verandah Suites, which provide even more room to relax.
Located at the front of the yacht on Deck 6 these opulent suites feature curved terraces and spacious interiors with additional services and more.
Curved outdoor terrace with sun lounges
Bedroom suite with luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed, reading alcove, desk and a HDTV
Walk-in-robe
Bathroom featuring full size bath, steam shower with light therapy and spacious dual vanity including luxury VIP bathroom amenities
Spacious lounge and dining area with cinema surround and a HDTV
Dining table seating up to four guests
Library including Kindle e-books
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Canapés and petite fours delivered to your suite
Full premium mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
Bose sound system
One-hour complimentary spa treatment per suite
Complimentary laundry service (limited per day)
Priority dining in specialty restaurants
Priority choice of shore excursions and discovery experiences including zodiacs, kayaks, e-bikes and more
Priority booking for spa treatments, helicopter and submarine experiences – additional charges apply
VIP embarkation and disembarkation
Owner’s Penthouse Suites are the ultimate indulgence. Located on Deck 9 and elegantly appointed with spacious curved terraces featuring a private Jacuzzi and the best views on board, you will never want to leave.
Located at the front of the yacht on Deck 8 these opulent suites feature spacious curved terraces, additional features, services, and much more.
Spacious outdoor terrace with sun lounges
Bedroom suite with luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed, reading alcove, desk and a HDTV
Walk-in-robe
Bathroom featuring full size bath, steam shower with light therapy and spacious dual vanity including luxury VIP bathroom amenities
Spacious lounge and dining area with cinema surround and a HDTV
Dining table seating up to four guests
Library including Kindle e-books
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
In-suite beverage, dining & early morning tea/coffee service
Full premium mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
Bose sound system
One-hour complimentary spa treatment per suite
Complimentary laundry service (limited per day and limited in Polar and remote regions)
Priority dining in specialty restaurants
Priority choice of shore excursions and discovery experiences including zodiacs, kayaks, e-bikes and more
Priority booking for spa treatments, helicopter and submarine experiences – additional charges apply
VIP embarkation and disembarkation
Located on the higher decks, our luxurious Spa Suites include additional features and services that will enhance the luxury of your time on board.
Private Verandah
Luxury king size four poster Scenic Slumber Bed
Separate sleep zone with ottoman
Walk-in robe
Double size Philippe Starck designed spa bath
Steam shower with oversized head and light therapy
Dual vanity basins
Separate toilet
Luxury bathroom amenities
Separate lounge area including reading chair
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Early morning tea/coffee service
In-suite dining & beverage service
Full mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring Illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
HDTV and Bose sound system
One-hour complimentary spa treatment per suite
Complimentary laundry service (limited per day and limited in Polar and remote regions)
Verandah Suites provide a spacious and comfortable introduction to ocean cruising with the finest appointments and amenities.
Private Verandah
Luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed
Separate sleep zone
Separate lounge area
En-suite bathroom with shower and vanity
Luxury bathroom amenities
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Shoeshine service
Early morning tea/coffee service
In-suite beverage service
In-suite dining service
Full mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
HDTV and Bose sound system
Our cruise specialists can help you find the perfect cabin and the best available pricing.
(+886) 02-2721-7300Contact Advisor