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Wed, June 23…Day 1 – Sorrento Overnight flight to Italy.

 

Thurs, June 24…Day 2 – Sorrento Arrive in Sorrento.. Journey along the scenic Amalfi Coast, lined with lemon groves and offering magnificent views of the sea.  Welcome Dinner. Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner.

Fri, June 25…Day 3 – Sorrento A day trip takes you from Sorrento across the Bay of Naples to the famed Isle of Capri, whose magnificent beaches have been celebrated ever since the days of the early Roman emperors. Return to Sorrento, where you might wish to attend our optional Tarantella Dinner.  Included meals: breakfast. Included entrances: Island cruise.

Sat, June 26…Day 4 – Rome Leave the seaside town of Sorrento for the eternal grandeur of Rome today, stopping along the way to explore the legendary ruins of Pompeii. When Mount Vesuvius erupted nearly 2,000 years ago, it covered this Roman resort town in volcanic ash, perfectly preserving its temples, theaters and homes. Arrive in Rome this evening and join your group for an included dinner. Included meals: breakfast, dinner.  Included entrances: Pompeii ruins.

Sun, June 27…Day 5 – Rome This morning, follow over 2,000 years of history during a sightseeing tour of Rome. View the Forum—the ancient meeting place of the Romans—as well as the Colosseum. You’ll then have a free afternoon. Included meals: breakfast. Included entrances: Colosseum, Roman Forum.

Mon, June 28…Day 6 – Athens After breakfast, you might choose to join an optional excursion to Vatican City or enjoy a free morning in Rome. Later, transfer to the airport where you will board a flight to Athens, Greece, site of the 2004 Summer Olympic Games. Included meals: breakfast.

 

Tues, June 29…Day 7 – Athens   Today a local guide introduces you to Athens. Walk amid the ruins of the Parthenon and the Temple of Athena Descending from the Acropolis, view the Presidential Guard in their traditional costumes and the classically inspired Greek Parliament. Then pass through Syntagma Square, where you’ll see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Tonight, savor classical Greek cuisine at an optional Greek Folklore Evening Included meals: breakfast.  Included entrances: Acropolis site.

Wed, June 30…Day 8 – Delphi  Transfer to Delphi for a full-day excursion of the home of the mystical oracle. Visit the Temple of Apollo, where, according to legend, the god communicated with mortals. Travel back to Athens for a free evening.  Included meals: breakfast, lunch.  Included entrances: Delphi Temple.

Thurs, July 1…Day 9 – Athens  Today is yours to explore the many wonders of Athens at your own pace. Or you might join an optional morning excursion to Cape Sounion to view the Temple of Poseidon  Included meals: breakfast, dinner.

Fri…July 2…Day 10 – Athens  Depart Athens this morning for Piraeus, where you will board a Louis Cruise Lines’ ship for a three-day island cruise on the Aegean. Go ashore on Mykonos. The island’s quaint surroundings attract artists and designers who sell their sculptures, jewelry and paintings in local shops.  Included meals: breakfast, dinner.

Sat, July 3…Day 11 - The Aegean Islands  Dock first thing this morning in Rhodes. According to myth, this island erupted from the sea to appease Helios, the sun god, after Zeus overlooked him while distributing the earth among the other gods. Rhodes was a center of Hellenistic culture in its early days, then became the territory of the medieval Knights of St. John. Its three major archaeological sites, Ialyssos, Lindos and Kamiron, date back to the 7th century B.C. Walk through the Old Town, explore the Jewish Quarter or see some of Rhodes’ Turkish mosques. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Sun, July 4…Day 12 - The Aegean Islands Enjoy a morning in Patmos. This afternoon, cruise to the Turkish seaport of Kusadasi. Nearby visit the ruins of Ephesus, one of the best preserved cities from ancient times.   Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Mon, July 5…Day 13 - The Aegean Islands Your cruise ends this morning in Piraeus. Transfer back to Athens. Spend a free afternoon in Athens.   Included meals: breakfast.

Tues, July 6…Day 14 - The Aegean Islands  Return flight home. Included meals: breakfast (In the case of early morning departures, breakfast may not be provided.)