Greek Isles and Ephesus
Sail the sapphire waters of the Aegean aboard the exclusively chartered Le Lapérouse, an intimate yacht designed for exploration. Trace the routes of ancient civilizations between Greece and coastal Turkey as you wander atmospheric old towns, roam sacred archaeological sites, and enjoy time at leisure in some of the Mediterranean’s most iconic islands and ports. Begin and end in historic Athens, with options throughout to tailor your days to your interests.
Tour Highlights
- Cruise aboard the small, exclusively chartered Le Lapérouse, enjoying an intimate yacht atmosphere, attentive service, and easy access to classic Aegean ports.
- Start in Athens, cradle of classical civilization, with time to appreciate its monuments and lively neighborhoods before setting sail.
- Call at Chania on Crete, a Venetian influenced port city where you can choose to explore the labyrinthine Old Town, visit archaeological sites, or relax on a nearby beach.
- Glide to iconic Santorini to visit the excavations at Akrotiri, a remarkably preserved Bronze Age settlement sealed in volcanic ash, then enjoy free time in Fira with its panoramic caldera views.
- Cross into Turkey to visit the port for Ephesus, choosing between an in depth visit to the Ephesus Museum or a pilgrimage to the House of the Virgin Mary, with an additional stop at a traditional carpet weaving workshop.
- Spend a day on Rhodes, where the UNESCO listed Medieval City reveals layers of history from the Knights Hospitaller through Ottoman and later eras.
- Step ashore on Delos, mythological birthplace of Apollo and Artemis and one of Greece’s most sacred archaeological sites, filled with temples, terraces, and ancient streets.
- Conclude in cosmopolitan Mykonos, with free time to enjoy its whitewashed alleys, iconic windmills, and vibrant waterfront before returning to Athens.
- Enhance your adventure with an optional Athens Pre Extension, adding more time to explore the city’s archaeological treasures, museums, and modern cultural life.
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1: Depart Home City
Day 2: Athens, Greece | Embark
Day 3: Chania, Crete
Day 4: Santorini, Greece
Day 5: Kusadasi, Turkey for Ephesus
Day 6: Rhodes, Greece | Lindos
Day 7: Delos | Mykonos
Day 8: Mykonos
Day 9: Athens | Disembark | Return to Home City
Operator
Gohagan & Company
Day 2: Athens, Greece | Embark
Day 3: Chania, Crete
Day 4: Santorini, Greece
Day 5: Kusadasi, Turkey for Ephesus
Day 6: Rhodes, Greece | Lindos
Day 7: Delos | Mykonos
Day 8: Mykonos
Day 9: Athens | Disembark | Return to Home City
Operator
Gohagan & Company
