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| Heraklion, Crete | Patmos | Piraeus | Rhodes | Santorini |
The Palace of Knossos (HER-01)Approx. duration: 3hrs - By air-conditioned motor coach / foot - minimum 20 participants
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Enjoy
a drive from the Venetian lion-guarded port of
Above shore excursion is available during the: |
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| 3-Day Aegean Discovery cruise |
4-Day Aegean Classic cruise |
Panoramic Heraklion & Wine Tasting (HER-02)Approx. duration: 4hrs - By air-conditioned motor coach / foot - minimum 20 participants
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Your
tour begins from the Venetian lion-guarded port of
Above shore excursion is available during the: |
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| 3-Day Aegean Discovery cruise |
4-Day Aegean Classic cruise |
Ports of call in Turkey, Egypt, Israel, Cyprus |
Depart
the port of Scala and enjoy a short journey to the village of Chora, where the
Monastery of St. John is built within the walls of a strong fortification. As
you walk uphill towards the entrance of the Monastery marvel at this magnificent
structure which was built 900 years ago, exceptional in its architecture. View
the courtyard, the Monks' dinning room and the old bakery before you visit the
main church noting its outstanding frescoes and interior decoration. Next, see
the priceless ecclesiastical treasures housed in the beautiful but small museum:
books and manuscripts, mosaics, icons, splendid medieval textiles and vestments
as well as jewellery. Return to your motor coach to continue on to the nearby
Grotto of the Apocalypse, where above stands the church of the Apocalypse, a
sub-unit of the main Monastery. Walk down the steps to visit the Grotto of the
Apocalypse. Here you will see the silver niches in the wall, that mark the
pillow and ledge used as a desk by the author of the Book of Revelations as well
as the three-fold fissure made by the Voice of God emphasizing the honour of the
Trinity. Afterwards, drive back to the port of Scala and enjoy some free time in
this quaint and picturesque harbour.
An
interesting scenic island tour has been designed for those guests who prefer to
discover the beauties of Patmos within the comfort of your air-conditioned motor
coach. Commencing your tour from the port of Skala you will drive to the
dominating central part of the island "Chora", which is the location of the
Majestic Byzantine Monastery of St. John the Divine, built in 1088. Your
sightseeing will first bring you to the windmills of Chora, once upon a time the
landmark of all Aegean islands. Enjoy the view, take photos and continue to
visit the new active convent of Evangelismos (Annunciation) in the south part of
the island, which has a significant number of nuns who follow the traditions.
Afterwards, continue your drive around the island to see its landscape of
outstanding natural beauty with dozens of peninsulas of land reaching out into
the sea, tranquil beaches and many picturesque inlets. Arriving at the village
of Kambos located in the north part of the island, you will be welcomed with
refreshments and a traditional local sweet. Your tour will end in the port of
Scala where you may enjoy some free time in this quaint and picturesque little
harbour.
Take
a short drive to 
Passengers
will leave the port of Piraeus by coach and will be driven to
Leaving
the harbour area, you will drive along the picturesque eastern coastline,
scattered with white-washed villages, until you reach
Drive
along the medieval walls to the summit of Mount Smith, The Acropolis of Ancient
Rhodes. From the tumbled massive pillars of a Temple of Athena, the vie
encompasses the nearby Temple of Apollo, the Stadium of Diagoras and the port,
which was once protected by the Colossus of Rhodes - one of the Seven Wonders of
the Ancient World. The drive continues across the island to Philerimos. The
summit of Philerimos was the site of
The
eruption of
The
tidal wave created by the eruption was of such an immense magnitude, it
destroyed the thriving city of Knossos on the island of Crete. As your caique
enters the narrows of the two lava islets, Palea and Nea Kameni, note the
changing colours of the water from dark blue to sulphur green. In the
background, admire
