7-night A Journey from Marco Polo’s Venice to Athens Cruise

Cruise Line:
Explora Journeys
Ship:
EXPLORA I
Destination:
Venice (Marghera)/Athens (Piraeus)
Departure Date:
7/12/2024
Length:
7
Offer ID:
1513016
from
$5250

The Signature Collection – A Hosted Sailing
Hosted Sailings offer Outstanding Value and Exclusive Amenities.


Choose ONE of the options below.

  • ONE Private Car & Guide: Local Highlights Tour (Value - $550 per Couple) in the port below.
  • ONE Private Car & Guide: Customize Your Day Tour (Value - $525 per Couple) in the port below.
  • 500 Euro per Couple Shipboard Credit
  • Port Option: Kotor - Please click here for the tour descriptions.

Early Booking Benefit Save 5% Off Cruise Fare on All Suite Categories for Select Departures

Please contact your travel advisor for more information.*

*Promotion is subject to availability, may not be combinable with certain fares or other amenity offers, is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions apply.

Itinerary

Destination
Arrival
Departure
Ravenna
Suggested Private Excursion
7/13/2024 8:00:00 AM
7/13/2024 2:00:00 PM

Ravenna is located in the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy and is connected to the the Adriatic Sea by the Corsini Canal. The city is famed for its buildings that date from the 5th, 6th, and 7th centuries and for the mosaics that decorate many of the interiors. Most notable are the tomb of Galla Placidia; the octagonal baptistery of Archbishop Neon (flourished 5th century), which may have been transformed from a Roman bath; the octagonal Arian Baptistery (5th-6th century); and the Church of San Vitale (consecrated in 547). Ravenna also contains the tombs of the Ostrogothic emperor Theodoric, and of Dante.

Suggested Private Excursions

Ravenna: Byzantine Ravenna - 3.5 hours

Ravenna: Medieval & Gastronomic Bologna - 6 hours

Ravenna: Maranello - Drive a Ferrari on its Home Territory - 8 hours

Ravenna: Parma Walking Tour - 7 hours

Hvar
Suggested Private Excursion
7/14/2024 9:00:00 AM
7/14/2024 6:00:00 PM

Hvar Island is a vineyard-and-olive-grove-covered island surrounded by a translucent cobalt sea. A particularly rich cultural and monumental heritage complements its natural and unique beauty. The island was one of the greatest centers of early Croatian literature, architecture, sculpture, painting and music. Called the Croatian Madeira, Hvar is said to receive more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the country. Other sights include Hvar Theater - founded in 1612 and the oldest community theater in Europe; Crvene Stijene (Red Rocks) - an unusual and picturesque natural phenomenon; Pakleni Otoci - a beautiful and unique group of about 20 charming islets situated opposite the town of Hvar.

Suggested Private Excursions

Wine paired sunset dinner

Hvar: The Island of Hvar - 4 hours

Hvar: Hiking the Lost Villages of Hvar - 4 hours

Hvar: By Bike - 4 hours

Half day wine tour on Hvar

Hvar city tour 2h

Kayaking adventure around Pakleni archipelago

Something extra Hvar city tour

Hvar: Elegant Hvar - 8 hours

Hvar: Island Jeep Safari - 4 hours

Kotor
Suggested Private Excursion
7/15/2024 9:00:00 AM
7/15/2024 7:00:00 PM

Take a step back in time and visit the old town of Kotor, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in this part of the Mediterranean. The asymmetric structure of the narrow streets and squares, combined with the awesome monuments of medieval architecture, contributed to Kotor being placed on UNESCO’s “World’s natural and cultural inheritance” list. From ancient fortification systems surrounding the city to 12th century cathedrals, Kotor is a dream come true for those who revel in history. Entrance to town from the Gurdic spring, consists of 3 separate gates, built from the 13th, 16th and 18th centuries. The Cathedral of St. Tryphon is one of the most visited and impressive churches in the city. According to some texts, the original church was erected in the 8th century and rebuilt in 1166. Two earthquakes, one in 1667 and one in 1979 seriously damaged the cathedral and it continues to be restored to this day. The city is breathtaking in every respect and only a visit will truly reveal all it has to offer.

Suggested Private Excursions

Kotor: Walking Tour - 2 hours

Kotor: Highlights of Montenegro - 8 hours

Kotor sightseeing

Brindisi
7/16/2024 8:00:00 AM
7/16/2024 6:00:00 PM

Rich in history Brindisi sit's on the boot's heel of Italy and is one of the three main towns of the Salento peninsula. From here Crusaders sailed for the Holy Land and traders sold goods from the Silk Road. Visitors can visit the local Archaeological Museum and view bronze Greek statues rescued from ancient shipwrecks. To the south are Otranto and Gallipoli where there is exciting nightlife and beautiful beaches. Festivals, cultural events and sagras - occasions usually linked to the commemoration of the local saint - combined with delicious seafood and wine, make this an ideal holiday destination.

Nydri
7/17/2024 9:00:00 AM
7/17/2024 11:00:00 PM

No information currently available.

At Sea
7/18/2024
7/18/2024

No information currently available.

Athens (Piraeus)
Suggested Private Excursion
7/19/2024 7:00:00 AM
7/19/2024

Piraeus is the seaport for Athens, the capital of western civilization, which boasts a fantastic mix of classical ruins and vivacious modern life. Climb the hill of Acropolis to wonder at the Parthenon, join the lively Athenians in Constitution Square, and find a welcoming taverna for spirited bizouki music, plenty of ouzo to drink, and energetic Greek dancing. Piraeus is the largest harbor in the country. The white chapel of St. George at its summit has a theater bearing the same name. The hill of Nymphs is the site of a planetarium, which is located above magnificent Thesseio temple. Among all of these hills, Acropolis is the one that glorified Athens and the whole Greek world and became the symbol of the western civilization. Bays and small rocky or sandy coves dot the area and during the summer are filled with Athenians and foreigners enjoying their beauty.

Suggested Private Excursions

Piraeus: The Ancient City of Athens - 8 Hours

Piraeus: Cape Sounion - 5 hours

Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.

Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy and include port charges. Pricing and availability subject to change at any time.

Departure Date:
7/12/2024
Number of Nights
7
Cruise Inclusions:

The Journey fare includes:

  • Suite accommodation
  • Meals on board
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Cocktails
  • Soft drinks
  • Mineral water
  • Gratuities
  • WiFi internet access
  • Entertainment where offered
  • Complimentary transfers from port to town centre where applicable
Remarks:
Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy and include port charges. Depending on the suite category or the promotional fare booked, additional benefits can be granted. The Fare does not include any medical expenses, any independent contractor

All prices per person and in USD unless otherwise stated.
Offer ID:
1513016

Reference this number when contacting our agency so we may better serve you. Also keeping this number handy will allow you to locate this document again quickly.

Information and pricing is subject to change without notice. While we do our very best to ensure that information and pricing appearing in this website is complete and accurate, we cannot be responsible for incomplete and inaccurate representations, which may or may not be under our control. In the event of a pricing error, misrepresentation or omission, we reserve the right to adjust the pricing or make any other corrections.

Company Info

PEGASUS-Anchors Away Cruises & Tours/EGM Marketing, Inc.
1300 Heather Ridge Boulevard
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 781-2277
(800) 951-2469