Discover Ancient Greece on a Small Ship Cruise

Athens, Greece

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Defined Destinations
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123 reviews
Apr 27 - May 7, 2025
Group size: 10 - 24
Discover Ancient Greece on a Small Ship Cruise
Athens, Greece

Defined Destinations
  • Email address verified
123 reviews

Apr 27 - May 7, 2025
Group size: 10 - 24

About this trip

Imagine yourself sailing through the azure waters of the Aegean Sea, surrounded by picturesque Greek islands. The Belle de L'Adriatique is a small cruise ship with a maximum capacity of 200 passengers and will be your home away from home as you voyage back in time. Join Defined Destinations on this intimate experience to explore ancient Greece and its extraordinary natural beauty. We’ll discover historical sites, stroll through cobbled streets, and soak up the sun on pristine beaches and aboard our ship.


We’ll visit the charming white-washed villages of Santorini, the medieval charm of Rhodes, the hidden gems of Milos, and the tranquil beauty of Amorgos and Syros. We'll enjoy local dishes in both traditional and contemporary presentations, sample regional wines (and olive oil!), and learn about the birthplace of Western Civilization from our guides and the people you meet in your ample free time. 


Join us this April 2025 and let Defined Destinations take care of everything, while you focus on enjoying the magic of Greece.

What’s included

  • Small Ship Experience
    With room for only 197 guests onboard, this is sure to be a unique sailing experience
  • Historic Ports of Call
    Santorini, Rhodes, Syros, Amorgos, Milos
  • Athens Antiquity Tour
    A local guide joins as you experience Athens through the eyes of a local
  • Countryside Roadtrip
    Visit charming towns near Athens with picturesque views of the Greek countryside and the Aegean Sea
  • Fully Escorted
    Enjoy a Tour Director that handles all the details throughout the trip so you can sit back and relax
  • 1 Night Athens Hotel
    First night's stay in Athens
  • 1 Night Nafplio
    1 night in small town Greece on our roadtrip
  • 7 Nights Onboard
    Enjoy 7 nights onboard the Belle de L'Adriatique the Avangard
  • Drinks & Meals Onboard
    All drinks and meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
  • Room Amenities
    Independent AC, WIFI, Private Bathroom, 220V Power
  • Olive Oil Tour & Tasting
  • Local Wine Tasting
  • Transport and Transfers
    All transport and transfers in Greece

What’s not included

  • Airfare
    Airfare is not included. However we have arranged a roundtrip group flight from St. Louis to Athens for those who like to stick with the group and avoid the hassle of flight shopping (see pricing).
  • Travel Insurance
    There are several companies that offer Travel insurance Quotes - TravelEx, Travelguard, Allianz etc.
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Ship Staff Gratutities
    Ship staff gratuities are NOT included. Recommended: Cruise Manager is $40 per person & Crew is $125 per guest for the week
  • Shore Excursions
    Shore Excursions are not included but can be purchased before the cruise departs

Available Packages

LOWER DECK (ONE CABIN LEFT)

LOWER DECK CABIN - NO AIR


THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES: 

LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.


CRUISE - a standard Lower Deck cabin with two adjustable twin beds, portholes, fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.


AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)


ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Deposit:  A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration.  If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.


Final Payment is Due:  January 19, 2025 


Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment.  If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).  


All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.


Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review:   https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/

$6,299
Deposit: $500
MAIN DECK (2nd Level) - NO AIRFARE

MAIN DECK CABIN - NO AIR


THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES: 

LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.


CRUISE - a standard MAIN DECK cabin with two adjustable twin beds, portholes, fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.


AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)


ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Deposit:  A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration.  If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.


Final Payment is Due:  January 19, 2025 


Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment.  If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).  


All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.


Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review:   https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/

$6,599
Deposit: $500
EMBARKATION DECK (3rd Level)- NO AIRFARE

EMBARKATION DECK CABIN (3rd Level) - NO AIR


THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES: 


LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.


CRUISE - a standard EMBARKATION DECK cabin with two adjustable twin beds, windows (not portholes), fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.

AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)


ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Deposit:  A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration.  If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.


Final Payment is Due:  January 19, 2025 


Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment.  If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).  


All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.


Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review:   https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/

$6,699
Deposit: $500
UPPER DECK (4th Level) - NO AIRFARE

UPPER DECK CABIN - NO AIR


THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES: 

LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.


CRUISE - a standard UPPER DECK cabin with two adjustable twin beds, windows (not portholes), fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.


AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)


ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Deposit:  A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration.  If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.


Final Payment is Due:  January 19, 2025 


Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment.  If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).  


All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.


Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review:   https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/

$6,699
Deposit: $500

Available Add-Ons

GROUP AIRFARE - BY DEFINED DESTINATIONS
$1,400
Available until January 19, 2025

GROUP AIRFARE - Defined Destinations has secured a group travel rate of $1,400 for roundtrip air from St. Louis, MO to Athens, Greece and back. Here are the flight details: 

- Sunday, April 27, 2025 - Depart St. Louis at 3:25 pm and arrive in Athens on Monday 4/28 at 1:10 pm (stop in Frankfurt). Fly Lufthansa.

- Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - Depart Athens 1:10 pm and arrive in St. Louis on Wednesday,5/7 at 8:01 pm (stop in Toronto). Fly Air Canada


Things to Consider with Group Airfare -  This travel option is great for those who like to ensure they're with the main group and don't want to handle transfers on their own. 

While we will ask the airlines to consider your specific seating preferences (First Class, aisle, sitting with a specific friend, etc.), seating on a group flight is ultimately the airline's decision. If this is critical to you, we suggest you purchase one of the No Air options. Relatedly, if you wish to use miles or points for your airfare, we again suggest you purchase your flight directly and select the No Air option.



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Defined Destinations
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Reviews

This was our first cruise and we were not disappointed. The accommodations were comfortable and our group was fun and displayed resilience when faced with unexpected (unavoidable) circumstances. The weather and excursions were wonderful and our local guides were fantastic. The ship size was perfect and the crew & staff provided impeccable service…the dining on board was superb. Michael Kenney was fabulous and provided organizational stability and ensured that we all had a once in a lifetime experience. FIVE STARS!
By John L for Discover Ancient Greece on a Small Ship Cruise on May 10, 2025
Dawn was a fabulous leader, connecting with everyone. Highly recommend this trip. It would have been better to have more free time in the towns. I was disappointed that we did not have the choice of biking in amersterdam, like it had been in brochure. Overall, wonderful memories.
By Karen V for Rhine River on May 05, 2025
The trip was beyond expectations. We have continued to speak of it daily because it was such an amazing time. We would definitely travel with Defined Destinations again!
By Joi R for Rhine River on May 04, 2025
The trip was great! It was our first river cruise. Everything exceeded our expectations! Dawn was a great guide. Food was awesome. The experience was wonderful and the people in our group are now wonderful friends.
By Karin N for Rhine River on Apr 30, 2025
Great trip and accommodations. Food was very good though too much of it. A lighter lunch perhaps. All of our guides were great. Dawn was amazing with her boundless energy, fun spirit and super organization. Thanks for a most memorable experience.
By Judith M for Rhine River on Apr 28, 2025
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My husband and I just completed our first trip with Defined Destinations. We went to Ireland and every detail was planned out and thought of. We just got to show up with our luggage and have a trip of a lifetime! Dawn was our tour guide that traveled with our group and did an amazing job. Truly an amazing experience for us. We will definitely be using Defined Destinations for our future travels abroad.
By Victoria O on 15 Oct, 2024