Istanbul and the Sporades From Istanbul to Athens

Day 1: Istanbul

On the banks of the majestic Bosphorus, this is a city that straddles continents. With Sultanahmet influenced by the East and Beyoglu by the West, Istanbul is teeming with stunning sights. The city feels at ease with its cultural heritage, creating an atmosphere that blends the cosmopolitan with the traditional. Ship docked, no water sports. Boarding and disembarkation port of call.

Day 2: Istanbul

Departure at 2:00 pm

To dazzle seems to be the millennial vocation of the hinge city between Europe and Asia. At ease in her cultural heritage, she fuse with cosmopolitan and traditional atmospheres. Ship docked in port.

Day 3: Lemnos

Arrival at 9:00 am Departure at 6:00 pm

Ignored by classical circuits, this island abounds in natural attractions and archaeological sites. Its beaches with crystal clear waters are the most tempting of the northeastern Aegean. Ship at anchor Water sports. No beach.

Day 4: Volos

Arrival at 7:00 am Departure at 6:00 pm

Commercial port built in front of the famous Mount Pelion, Volos is a crossroads between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We leave this hectic city for the massive Meteora and its monasteries perched at the top of giant monoliths. Ship docked, no water sports.

Day 5: Skiathos

Arrival at 8:00 am Departure at 6:00 pm

Most famous for its magnificent beaches, Skiathos has lots more to offer. For example, attractive traditional houses, or the Evangelistria Monastery with its stunning wall paintings. Ship at anchor. No water sports, beach.

Day 6: Paros

Arrival at 8:00 am Departure at 6:00 pm

The sweetness of its orchards and its still authentic villages captivate the senses. Its white marble quarries have given life to remarkable statues dating back to antiquity and ensured its prosperity. Ship at anchor. Water sports.

Day 7: Syros

Arrival at 8:00 am Departure at 6:00 pm

Syros, the capital of the Cyclades, has a gorgeous port. The city, with its blend of neo-classical architecture, typical Cyclades-style streets, marble-paved squares and private villas, has a charming bourgeois feel. Ship at anchor. Water sports.

Day 8: Athens

Arrival at 7:00 am

The Greek capital opens the pages of its age-old history. In the heart of modernity, the Acropolis and the narrow streets of the Plaka district reveal their splendour and charm. Ship docked. Passengers may board and disembark here.