COSMOS Europe: Greece

Cosmos EUROPEAN MASTERPIECE

Cosmos Tour Code: 5270 Land Price From: $4,019.00
29 days from London to Amsterdam, or 30 days incl. travel

This comprehensive vacation takes in the best of Western, Central, and Southern Europe. Start in London and cross the English Channel by Eurostar train bound for Paris (except where specified). Among the highlights: see the Champs Elysées in Paris, French Châteaux Country, Plaza Catalunya in Barcelona, the glamorous French Riviera, Pisa’s Leaning Tower, Renaissance Florence’s Duomo, the Colosseum in Rome, and the Pompeii archaeological site. Enjoy an overnight ferry crossing to Greece and a visit to Athens’ Acropolis and Olympia. Return to Italy by ferry, first to the oldest state in the world, San Marino, then to romantic Venice with St. Mark’s Basilica and Square. Enjoy Vienna’s imperial city center, the majestic Swiss Alps, and Germany’s Rhineland. The vacation ends amidst the remarkable canals of Amsterdam.

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• December 12 Departure - Christmas lunch in Rome

Cosmos EUROPEAN MASTERPIECE WITH EXTENDED STAY IN LONDON

Cosmos Tour Code: 5275 Land Price From: $4,164.00
30 days from London to London, or 31 days incl. travel

This comprehensive vacation takes in the best of Western, Central, and Southern Europe. Start in London and cross the English Channel by Eurostar train bound for Paris (except where specified). Among the highlights: see the Champs Elysées in Paris, French Châteaux Country, Plaza Catalunya in Barcelona, the glamorous French Riviera, Pisa’s Leaning Tower, Renaissance Florence’s Duomo, the Colosseum in Rome, and the Pompeii archaeological site. Enjoy an overnight ferry crossing to Greece and a visit to Athens’ Acropolis and Olympia. Return to Italy by ferry, first to the oldest state in the world, San Marino, then to romantic Venice with St. Mark’s Basilica and Square. Enjoy Vienna’s imperial city center, the majestic Swiss Alps, Germany’s Rhineland, and the remarkable canals of Amsterdam. A Channel ferry returns you to London for one last overnight and the finale of your trip.

Note:

• December 12 Departure - Christmas lunch in Rome

Cosmos GREECE & ISTANBUL

Cosmos Tour Code: 6570 Land Price From: $1,399.00
10 days from Athens to Istanbul, or 11 days incl. travel

Combine the main Greek and Turkish cities with the lesser known yet fascinating northern parts of Greece. Start with three overnights in Athens, with a city sightseeing tour that includes the imposing Acropolis, a great starting point for your explorations. Proceed north and visit Delphi’s imposing archaeological site, then visiting the spectacular site of Meteora and one of its rock-top monasteries with incredible views. Stop in Veria before an orientation in Thessalonika, a modern, bustling city that is home to a famous archaeological museum. Next is Philippi, where the battle between Julius Caesar’s heirs, Mark Antony and Octavian, took place against Caesar’s murderers, Brutus and Cassius, and where Apostle Paul started preaching on European soil. Stop in Kavala and overnight in Alexandroupolis before reaching the Turkish capital, Istanbul. After included city sightseeing that shows off the Roman Hippodrome and the Blue Mosque, there’s time for you to relax and enjoy this exotic city or to further explore one of the many optional excursions offered.

Cosmos GREECE & THE AEGEAN

Cosmos Tour Code: 6660 Land Price From: $2,169.00
15 days from Athens to Athens or 16 days incl. travel

See the best of Greece’s ancient and modern mainland, then cruise to the beautiful islands of the Aegean and Kusadasi, Turkey. Spend the first two nights in Athens with guided sightseeing that includes the Acropolis and its museum as well as time at leisure. Cross the Corinth Canal and marvel at the perfect acoustics of the Epidaurus Theater and at the fortress of Mycenae. Visit Sparta and see the monument to its king, Leonidas, then travel to Olympia, the legendary home of the Olympic Games. Cross the spectacular Rion-Antirion Bridge, and spend time in mythical Delphi. Marvel at the extraordinary rock-top Meteora monasteries before returning to Athens. Next, embark your cruise ship and set sail for Mykonos with its “Little Venice” district, then Kusadasi, a bazaar town and seaside resort known for the Ephesus archaeological site. In Patmos, stop by the 11th-century monastery; stroll through the charming old walled city and souvenir stalls in Rhodes; see Heraklion in Crete; and marvel at awe-inspiring volcanic Santorini, the “Black Pearl of the Aegean.” Return to Athens for time at leisure, the ideal ending to your journey.

Cosmos GREECE & THE AEGEAN IN OUTSIDE STATEROOM

Cosmos Tour Code: 6661 Land Price From: $2,259.00
15 days from Athens to Athens or 16 days incl. travel

See the best of Greece’s ancient and modern mainland, then cruise to the beautiful islands of the Aegean and Kusadasi, Turkey. Spend the first two nights in Athens with guided sightseeing that includes the Acropolis and its museum as well as time at leisure. Cross the Corinth Canal and marvel at the perfect acoustics of the Epidaurus Theater and at the fortress of Mycenae. Visit Sparta and see the monument to its king, Leonidas, then travel to Olympia, the legendary home of the Olympic Games. Cross the spectacular Rion-Antirion Bridge, and spend time in mythical Delphi. Marvel at the extraordinary rock-top Meteora monasteries before returning to Athens. Next, embark your cruise ship and set sail for Mykonos with its “Little Venice” district, then Kusadasi, a bazaar town and seaside resort known for the Ephesus archaeological site. In Patmos, stop by the 11th-century monastery; stroll through the charming old walled city and souvenir stalls in Rhodes; see Heraklion in Crete; and marvel at awe-inspiring volcanic Santorini, the “Black Pearl of the Aegean.” Return to Athens for time at leisure, the ideal ending to your journey.

Cosmos GREEK ODYSSEY

Cosmos Tour Code: 6500 Land Price From: $999.00
8 days from Athens to Athens, or 9 days incl. travel

Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many fascinating traditions. This vacation features the major sites, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafés and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built atop rock formations; ancient Delphi, sight of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, sight of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidaurus Theater, and explore Mycenae, where Agamemnon’s golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens for the conclusion of your Greek adventure.

Cosmos GREEK ODYSSEY WITH AEGEAN CRUISE

Cosmos Tour Code: 6510 Land Price From: $2,499.00
15 days from Athens to Athens, or 16 days incl. travel

Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many fascinating traditions. This vacation features the major sites, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafés and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built atop rock formations; ancient Delphi, sight of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, sight of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidaurus Theater, and explore Mycenae, where Agamemnon’s golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens before embarking your ship and cruising for seven days to Istanbul and Izmir, Turkey; Heraklion, Crete; and Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, and Santorini. Return to Athens for a last overnight and the finale of your Greek adventure.

Cosmos GREEK ODYSSEY WITH AEGEAN CRUISE IN OUTSIDE STATEROOM

Cosmos Tour Code: 6511 Land Price From: $2,659.00
15 days from Athens to Athens, or 16 days incl. travel

Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many fascinating traditions. This vacation features the major sites, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafés and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built atop rock formations; ancient Delphi, sight of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, sight of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidaurus Theater, and explore Mycenae, where Agamemnon’s golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens before embarking your ship and cruising for seven days to Istanbul and Izmir, Turkey; Heraklion, Crete; and Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, and Santorini. Return to Athens for a last overnight and the finale of your Greek adventure.

Cosmos ITALY & GREECE

Cosmos Tour Code: 6480 Land Price From: $1,775.00
12 days from Rome to Athens, or 13 days incl. travel

Discover two vibrant Mediterranean countries on one exciting vacation. Begin in Rome with two overnights and guided sightseeing that visits the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Next, follow the coastline of the Tyrrhenian Sea to marvel at Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Then spend two nights in Tuscany with Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” and join the included walking tour of the historical center. In Verona, see Juliet’s famous balcony; in Venice, enjoy a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and marvel at the elaborate architecture. In Ancona, board an overnight ferry to Greece. Visit Olympia and the impressive Mycenae archaeological site, and see the Corinth Canal. Conclude your journey with a stay in Athens, where the Acropolis is a highlight of the included sightseeing tour.

Cosmos ITALY & GREECE WITH AEGEAN CRUISE

Cosmos Tour Code: 6485 Land Price From: $2,429.00
16 days from Rome to Athens, or 17 days incl. travel

Discover two vibrant Mediterranean countries on one exciting vacation. Begin in Rome with two overnights and guided sightseeing that visits the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Next, follow the coastline of the Tyrrhenian Sea to marvel at Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Then spend two nights in Tuscany with Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” and join the included walking tour of the historical center. In Verona, see Juliet’s famous balcony; in Venice, enjoy a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and marvel at the elaborate architecture. Board an overnight ferry in Ancona and head to Greece. Visit Olympia and the impressive Mycenae archaeological site, and see the Corinth Canal. In Athens, the Acropolis is a highlight of the included sightseeing tour, then embark your ship and cruise among the spectacular Greek isles, including stops in Mykonos; Kusadasi, Turkey; Patmos; and Santorini. Return to Athens for a final overnight and the conclusion of your vacation.

Cosmos ITALY & GREECE WITH AEGEAN CRUISE

Cosmos Tour Code: 6486 Land Price From: $2,489.00
16 days from Rome to Athens, or 17 days incl. travel

Discover two vibrant Mediterranean countries on one exciting vacation. Begin in Rome with two overnights and guided sightseeing that visits the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Next, follow the coastline of the Tyrrhenian Sea to marvel at Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Then spend two nights in Tuscany with Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” and join the included walking tour of the historical center. In Verona, see Juliet’s famous balcony; in Venice, enjoy a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and marvel at the elaborate architecture. Board an overnight ferry in Ancona and head to Greece. Visit Olympia and the impressive Mycenae archaeological site, and see the Corinth Canal. In Athens, the Acropolis is a highlight of the included sightseeing tour, then embark your ship and cruise among the spectacular Greek isles, including stops in Mykonos; Kusadasi, Turkey; Patmos; and Santorini. Return to Athens for a final overnight and the conclusion of your vacation.

Cosmos THE BEST OF GREECE

Cosmos Tour Code: 6670 Land Price From: $1,279.00
10 days from Athens to Athens, or 11 days incl. travel

Discover the best of historic and mythical Greece. Begin your vacation with two nights in Athens and guided sightseeing that includes the amazing ancient Acropolis as well as time at leisure. Cross the Corinth Canal and marvel at the perfect acoustics of the Epidaurus Theater and at the remains of the Mycenae fortress. Visit Sparta and see the monument to its king, Leonidas. On to Olympia, the legendary home of the Olympic Games, then cross the spectacular Rion-Antirion Bridge and spend time in mythical Delphi. Marvel at the extraordinary rock-top Meteora monasteries before returning to Athens.