Celestyal Journey

Heavenly Greece, Italy and Croatia - 7Nights

The Stargazer Suite on deck 10, is an exterior penthouse stateroom (~88 sqm). It accommodates up to 4 persons, with 1 double bed and 1 folding double bed inside the closet, bathroom with jacuzzi bathtub and shower, catering and dining area, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box, TV, refrigerated mini bar and large balcony. Our Stargazer Suite guests have access to: Priority check-in; Concierge service; Exclusive access to Rays - a secluded sunbathing and relaxation area; Designated dining area in the Smoked Olive restaurant for all meals; Exclusive access to Compass Lounge - reserved for our Grand Dream Suite / Stargazer Suite guests only.

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The Stargazer Suite

The Grand Dream Suites on deck 10 (35 sqm) can accommodate up to 4 persons, with 2 lower beds and 1 double sofa bed, bathroom with shower, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box, TV, refrigerated mini bar and balcony. Grand Dream Suite guests have access to: Priority check-in; Concierge service; Exclusive access to Rays - a secluded sunbathing and relaxation area; Designated dining area in the Smoked Olive restaurant for all meals; Exclusive access to Compass Lounge - reserved for our Grand Dream Suite / Stargazer Suite guests only.

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Grand Dreams Suite

Junior Dream Suites on deck 9 (21 sqm) can accommodate up to 3 persons, with 2 lower beds and 1 single sofa bed, bathroom with jet tub, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box, TV, refrigerated mini bar and balcony. Junior Dream Suite guests also have designated dining area in the Smoked Olive restaurant for all meals.Note: SJC Junior Dream Suites are on deck 10.

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Junior Dream Suite

XA - Exterior Cosmos CabinExterior Staterooms at deck 4 and 5 (~19 sqm) can accommodate up to 4 persons, with 2 lower beds, double bed sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with bath tub, air conditioning, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box, TV and a porthole. As a rule, our staterooms feature single beds that can be pushed together to form one large bed, upon request. Exceptions may apply, even within the same stateroom category. XB - Exterior Cosmos CabinExterior Staterooms at deck 4 and 6 (~19 sam) can accommodate up to 2 persons, with 2 lower beds, one upper bed, one single or double sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with bathtub, air conditioning, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box, TV and a window. As a rule, our staterooms feature single beds that can be pushed together to form one large bed, upon request. Exceptions may apply, even within the same stateroom category.XBO - Exterior Cosmos CabinExterior Staterooms with obstructed view at deck 6 (~19 sqm) can accommodate up to 2 persons, bathroom with shower, air conditioning, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box, TV and a window (obstructed view). As a rule, our staterooms feature single beds that can be pushed together to form one large bed, upon request. Exceptions may apply, even within the same stateroom category.

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Exterior Cosmos Stateroom

IA - Interior Cosmos CabinInterior Staterooms at deck 4 (~17 sqm) can accommodate up to 4 persons, with 2 lower beds, 1 upper bed and 1 single or double sofa with bunk beds bathroom with shower, air conditioning, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box and TV. As a rule, our staterooms feature single beds that can be pushed together to form one large bed, upon request. Exceptions may apply, even within the same stateroom category.IB - Interior Cosmos CabinInterior Staterooms at deck 5 and 9 (~17 sqm) can accommodate up to 4 persons, with 2 lower beds, 1 upper bed, 1 single sofa, bathroom with shower, air conditioning, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box and TV. As a rule, our staterooms feature single beds that can be pushed together to form one large bed, upon request. Exceptions may apply, even within the same stateroom category.IC - Interior Cosmos CabinInterior Staterooms at deck 5,6,9 and 10 (~17 sqm) can accommodate up to 4 persons, with 2 lower beds, 1 upper bed and 1 single or double bed sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with shower, air condition, telephone, hair dryer, safety deposit box and TV. As a rule, our staterooms feature single beds that can be pushed together to form one large bed, upon request. Exceptions may apply, even within the same stateroom category.

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Interior Cosmos Stateroom

Deck 14

<ul><li>Beach Club</li><li>Helios Deck</li><li>Horizons Lounge and Disco</li><li>Retractable Roof</li><li>Tennis Court</li><li>Basketball Court</li><li>Kids Room and Video Arcade</li></ul>

Deck 12

<ul><li>Gym</li><li>Steam Room and Jacuzzi</li><li>Beauty Centre</li><li>Sauna Room</li><li>Massage Rooms</li><li>Beauty Centre</li><li>Greek Deli</li><li>Jacuzzi</li><li>Swimming Pool</li><li>Ice Cream and Healthy Juice Corner</li><li>Helios Bar</li><li>Leda Casual Dining</li></ul>

Deck 11

<ul><li>Bridge</li><li>Swimming Pool</li><li>Ocean Bar</li><li>Inside Staterooms (IC)</li><li>Junior Balcony Suites (SJC)</li><li>Grand Suite with Balcony (SG)</li><li>Penthouse Suite with Baclony (SP)</li></ul>

Deck 10

<ul><li>Suites</li><li>Inside Staterooms (IC)</li><li>Outside Staterooms (XA, XD)</li><li>Junior Balcony Suites (SJA, SJB)</li></ul>

Deck 9

<ul><li>Eatro Show Lounge</li><li>Duty Free and Value Shop</li><li>Agora</li><li>Essentials Shop</li><li>Argo Bar and Lounge</li><li>Shorex Selling Kiosks</li><li>Martini Lounge</li><li>Martini Piano Bar and Lounges</li><li>Duty Free and Value Shop</li><li>Casino</li><li>Blue Bar and Lounge</li><li>The Grill Lounge</li><li>Jewellery Shop</li><li>The Grill Speciality Restaurant</li><li>Chef's Table</li><li>Marco Polo Restaurant</li><li>Mediterraneo Restaurant</li></ul>

Deck 8

<ul><li>Eatro Show Lounge</li><li>Photo Shop and Gallery</li><li>Shore Excursions</li><li>Reception</li><li>Wine Cellar</li><li>Symposium 1</li><li>Symposium 2</li><li>Symposium 3</li><li>Thalassa Restaurant</li></ul>

Deck 7

<ul><li>Interior Staterooms (IC)</li><li>Outside Staterooms (XB, XBO)</li></ul>

Deck 6

<ul><li>Exterior Staterooms</li><li>Inside Staterooms (IB, IC) </li><li>Outside Staterooms (XA, XC, XD)</li></ul>

Deck 5

<ul><li>Medical Centre</li><li>Inside Staterooms (IA, XA)</li><li>Outside Staterooms (XB, XC)</li></ul>

Deck 4

 Embodying the Greek tradition of grazing throughout the day, the Taverna is where all our guests can enjoy a truly local, casual dining experience. Cruise through our all-day buffet and pick up some Greek delicacies, pastries and more - whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a hearty spread. 

The Taverna

Sample our deliciously fresh take on Mediterranean cuisine at the Smoked Olive, where the flavours of Greece come to life in authentic dishes and quick bites that'll keep you coming back for more.Designated dining areas in the Smoked Olive restaurant for Suite guests. Reservation advised, and menu orders will incur an extra cost for guests in all stateroom grades.

Smoked Olive

Giving surf and turf a whole new meaning, our grill is your go to for the finest cuts and most flavoursome, chargrilled dishes. Turn up the heat with a selection of freshly caught seafood and locally sourced meat, seared and roasted with the secrets and seasoning of our Celestyal grill masters.Reservation advised, and bill is at an extra cost to all guests.

Grill Seekers

Take a journey further afield from the isles and discover the enticing flavours of our South Asian inspired restaurant. Pink Moon is here for you to indulge in irresistible, aromatic spices and authentic recipes with everything from ramen to family sized hotpots. Perfect for a unique lunch or dining experience crafted to transport you to the other side of the world. Reservation advised, and menu orders will incur an extra cost for guests in all stateroom grades.

Pink Moon

The Thalassa Restaurant can be found on Deck 7.

Thalassa Restaurant 

The Chef's Table can be found on Deck 8.

Chef's Table

Cool down with a wave of fruity refreshment at our very own juice bar and gelato stand. Nestled between the pool and the Sozo Experience, it's the perfect way to enjoy a healthy post-workout boost, or simply a delicious addition to your sunbathe.

Fig & Honey

Greek fast food, grab n’ go service.

Greek Deli

Our well-stocked duty-free shops conveniently give you access to typical vacation essentials such as shades, sun lotion and hats. You will also find souvenirs, sweet treats and more. We also have a gift shop with a good selection of exclusive tailor-made Greek products for you to take home with you.

Shopping

As we sail across the glistening waters of the Aegean and beyond, refresh your senses and revel in the sunshine with two swimming pools onboard. On Deck 10, you will find our Galazio Pool &amp; Terrace. On Deck 11, you can relax at Halara Cove pool, take a dip in our iacuzzis or explore the Sozo spa. There is a further sunbathing area on Deck 12. For our Grand Dream Suites and Stargazer Penthouse Suite guests, an exclusive sun deck &amp; bar - Rays, located on Deck 14.

Pools

Feeling lucky? Try your had at Blackjack or hit slot machines at the our very own Casino Royale.

Casino

The Movie Theatres can be found on Deck 7.

Movie Theatres

Experience is everything, for everyone.Greece and the Mediterranean is warm and relaxed, and that’s exactly what our authentic experiences capture. Go further with more intimate group excursions that invite you to linger longer.We never get tired of rediscovering this part of the world. And this time, you’re along for the adventure. Immerse yourself in the true heart of this land and see where your Celestyal adventure will take you.

Adventures Ashore

Our authentic experiences scratch deeper beneath the surface to take you closer to the heart of Greece. Expect the unexpected. Be ready to immerse yourself in a truly unique experience with local people, homegrown flavours, and stories passed down through the generations. You’ll leave with your own story to tell.Experiences for just you and a fewGreece’s soul is warm and relaxed, so that’s exactly what our authentic experiences capture. They are small group excursions that invite you to linger longer.We set aside a limited number of spaces so that you get a more personalised experience. It does mean that you need to book quickly to secure your space. Remember to reserve your spot at least two weeks before you sail.Authentic themes to fire your imaginationFoodie Heaven: When just a taste won't do, our authentic excursions let you indulge. We take you off the tourist trail and to the local producers, where you explore the islands through your senses. Thyme infused honey? Give it a try. Silky custard pie? Go on then. The crispiest white wine from Santorini's oldest winery. It would be rude not to! Savour the flavours and honour the people who keep Greece the wholesome place it is to this day.Culture Vulture: Greek islands are alive with colour, smells, sights and sounds. As we weave through the hidden cobbled streets and alleys, the sensory experiences will only become more intense. Feel history between your fingertips as you mimic ancient craftsmanship. Listen to the music and slower pace of life high up in the hills. See how the experiences move you.Seeking Adventure: Venture off the well-trodden path and you'll soon need equipment to help you explore. Thankfully, us Greeks don't see that as a problem. Get kitted out with paddles, a snorkel mask, or hiking boots and you can unearth nature's own stories. It will be just you and the purest blue waters, the wildflowers, and the ocean breeze.Wonders of archaeology: Every step you take through ancient ruins gets you closer to what life was once like. But imagine what you'd learn if you were able to dig beneath the surface? That's what our archaeologists are here to do. See the ancient sites through their eves and learn about the true culture of the people who called them home thousands of years ago.

Authentic Excursions

Soak up the Aegean with a glass of bubbly, or sit back with a world-class martini soundtracked by smooth piano and in the evenings with violin. Our Martini Bar &amp; Lounges are all created for you to sip in true style.

Martini Piano Bar and Lounge

Soak up the Aegean with a glass of bubbly, or sit back with a world-class martini soundtracked by smooth piano. Our Blue Bar &amp; Lounge has a champagne bar, martini lounge and piano lounge, all created for you to sip in true style. For an even more tranquil escape, head to our Library - where peace meets quiet.

Blue Bar & Lounge

Make your own waves with a sunbeds and cabanas - the perfect way to enjoy the Mediterranean sunshine with your feet up and a drink in hand. Stay topped up without lifting a finger with our crew's dedicated table service and discover the true meaning of refreshing relaxation. Reserved for our Grand Dream Suite (SG) / Stargazer Suite (SP) guests only.

Rays

Cosmic cocktails and a dash of unmistakable Mediterranean charm are on the menu at our new Fizz Club. Keep the night going with the upbeat energy of our Celestyal bartenders, serving handcrafted cocktails with fresh ingredients picked right here from our beloved isles.

Fizz Club

Discover a wine collection worthy of Dionysus himself as you taste your way through the Grapevine, our onboard wine bar. Be transported to the orchards and valleys of the Mediterranean with our local varieties, or settle in with familiar flavour profiles from around the world.

The Grapevine

From enjoyment to VIP treatment, our concierge lounge is where our service shines brightest. Whether it's tailored requests or indulging in the finer things onboard, our crew is on hand to steer our suite guests in the right direction at any point in the journey. Reserved for our Grand Dream Suite (SG) / Stargazer Suite (SP) guests only.

The Compass

The Ocean Bar can be found on Deck 10.

Ocean Bar

The Horizons Lounge &amp; Disco can be found on Deck 12.

Horizons Lounge & Disco Deck

Capture special moments by taking advantage of our professional onboard photographers. Want a photo of your family outside the Parthenon? No problem. We can arrange for a photographer to accompany you ashore at any destination.

Photography

The multi-purpose spectacular Amphitheatro can be commandeered for dramatic events and impactful team gatherings.

Amphitheatro

More information coming soon.

Atrium

Our very own coffee corner. A cozy nook where you can sit and savor your favorite coffee drink, while you watch the world go by.

Café Nation

Ease into true out-of-body relaxation and rejuvenation, infused with touches of Asian wellness practices at our lavish onboard spa. Drift away to the blissful sensation of expertly perfected Indian head massages, or wind down with a Balinese hot stone massage, shiatsu massage and more specialist treatments to help you recharge.

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Sozo Massage Rooms

 Offering a once-in-a lifetime kind of glow up, our beauty salon will have you looking and feeling as pristine as the ocean views you'll enjoy while being pampered. Our professional hair stylists and beauticians are here to get you feeling your dreamiest self before a night out, if you're in the mood for a new look, or if you simply just feel like a bit of self-love. 

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The Glow Bar

Get yours racing in our state-of-the-art workout space, before sweating it out in the sauna. From yoga classes, to the latest facilities to get your heart pumping, our gym can be the perfect break from relaxing. Hit the weights in the morning, grab a juice poolside and feel ready to take on the day.

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Pulse

For relaxation lovers who prefer less hands-on treatment, the Drift Den (relaxation room) and Thermae (thermal suites) is the perfect way to escape within. Soak in the heavenly comfort of our jacuzzi or settle down in the uplifting heat of the steam room and come out feeling like a brand new you. Thermae offers a jacuzzi, showers, steam baths and relaxing stone beds and next door, you can Drift away in comfortable sunchairs and enjoy tea and water. Complementary one day access to guests who have purchased a treatment.Complimentary access to Grand Dream and Stargazer suite guests.

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Drift Den & Thermae

If you are physically challenged or your mobility is impaired, at the time of booking we kindly request that you provide us with full and detailed information in connection to your disability. If we believe there might be a safety issue for you or for your traveling companion, Celestyal Cruises reserves the right to advise that the guest with health or mobility problems must have the assistance of a person who will be responsible for and take charge of all of this guest’s needs and requirements. If you or your travelling companion requires personal, individual care or supervision, this must be organized by you or your traveling companion at your cost. No Celestyal Cruises ship or staff or crew member can provide specific care or supervision to anyone, nor can we provide any form of medical care for a physical or psychiatric condition.We have a limited number of staterooms suitable for people with disabilities or whose mobility is impaired, and not all areas of our ships are accessible to these guests or equipped for them. Guests travelling with a wheelchair should be aware that they may not be allowed to disembark in the ports when tender service is in use, for their own safety. Given these restrictions, bookings for such guests are dependent upon the availability of suitable on-board lodging. If Celestyal Cruises deems it necessary, the assistance of a fully able person capable of catering to the guest for the duration of the selected cruise may be requested to escort the guest with mobility restrictions. All costs are to be supported by the guest. Guests in wheelchairs must bring their own wheelchairs, of normal size. Celestyal Cruises only carries wheelchairs for emergencies on its vessels.

Special Mobility Needs

Please let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements and we will do our best to help. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free diets are accommodated.Please let your travel agent know or contact our Passenger Services Department at paxserv@celestyal.com so that our catering team can be advised in advance.If this is not possible, please inform your ship’s assistant Maitre D’ of any requests when you embark. Halal meals are available free of charge. Kosher meals are available upon request at an extra charge and not later than 30 days before your cruise departs.Celestyal dining services are offered on open seating basis. However, it may be required to have two dining seatings, an early and a main one, even at short notice.

Dietary Requirements

Smoking is prohibited in all of the ship’s interior spaces, including your stateroom; designated smoking areas are available on the open decks – please follow and adhere to the relevant signage; do not throw cigarettes or cigars over the side of the ship.

Smoking Policy

For your safety and comfort on-board we suggest sports or flat shoes with low heels. These types of footwear will make it easier for you to walk in the outside decks and stairwells.On our seven-night cruises we host Gala Night and the Captain’s Cocktail in honor of our guests, and we ask that you attend in formal attire: a cocktail dress or something smart for the ladies, jacket and tie for the men. For Greek night during your cruise, passengers are invited to wear blue and white attire.

Dress Code

Laundry

For their own health and safety, ladies may travel up to their 24th week of pregnancy, provided that they are holders of a written certification for travelling ability issued by their gynaecologist. We recommend that pregnant women who have not yet completed the 12th week of their pregnancy by the date of the cruise to consult their gynaecologist.

Pregnancy

We have a professional team of trained medical staff and a well-equipped medical center onboard.You can also schedule appointments with the ship's doctor in the event you experience an unfortunate illness.

Medical Services

For their own health and safety, infants under three months old are not permitted on-board. If you require a baby cot, please contact our Reservations department or your travel agency at the time of the booking, to ensure that the booked stateroom is suitable for a baby cot. We must advise you that we do not carry baby food on-board, nor do we provide a babysitting service. For more questions about travelling with your baby, please call our Guest Service Department at (+30) 216-400-9821 or by email at paxserv@celestyal.com. Minimum age to travel unaccompanied by an adultYou must be at least 18 years old to travel without an adult. If you are under the limited required age, an adult will need to complete a release form and will be considered responsible for you during the cruise.

Age Restrictions

WiFiWe always make arrangements so that you are always connected to your loved ones back home.This is why when the vessel is away from shore at a certain distance, a cellular service is activated onboard, operated by an international satellite provider and the ship's satellite network. Please be advised that satellite cellular services are considerably more expensive than local tariffs.Rates are set and determined solely by your cell phone carrier. Celestyal and our satellite provider have no involvement in the retail rates your carrier charges for cruise ship roaming or the billing process. For more information, please contact your local service provider.Cell Phone ServiceOur ships are equipped with robust telephone service and internet access 24-7, so you can always get in touch with your loved ones or take care of any business needs. Whenever your ship has a land signal from a Greek or a foreign mobile telephone network, your phone will also have a signal, provided it is enabled to roam. Our Enhance fare includes 1 hour of free Wi-Fi per day.Once the ship is 12 nautical miles from shore, your mobile device’s roaming service is enabled, and your mobile device will be automatically connected to the WMS Network (Satellite Connectivity). One of the following indications shall appear on your device’s screen: cellularatsea, wmsatsea, NOR-18, 901-18.Please be advised that satellite charges are more expensive than standard local tariffs. There are no additional charges from WMS Network of Celestyal Cruises. For any queries, please contact your provider. Celestyal Cruises bears no responsibility for charges imposed while using the mobile phone satellite service coverage at sea.Stateroom Telephones &amp; CostYou can use the telephone in your stateroom to make calls via the ship’s satellite. The satellite charges depend on the duration of your call and on the country from which you are calling. The reception desk on-board will provide necessary information before you make the call.

Wi-Fi and Communication

Due to safety reasons, we are not able to provide a babysitting services. Children's activities Depending on the number of children and their ages, activities will be organized daily for the children during navigation hours. Please review the daily program that will be issued on board.

Babysitting & Children

Celestyal Cruises

The Acropolis & the New Acropolis Museum

Piraeus

It's no wonder that all roads lead to the fascinating and maddening metropolis of Athens. Lift your eyes 200 feet above the city to the Parthenon, its honey-color marble columns rising from a massive limestone base, and you behold architectural perfection that has not been surpassed in 2,500 years. But, today, this shrine of classical form dominates a 21st-century boomtown. To experience Athens—Athína in Greek—fully is to understand the essence of Greece: ancient monuments surviving in a sea of cement, startling beauty amid the squalor, tradition juxtaposed with modernity. Locals depend on humor and flexibility to deal with the chaos; you should do the same. The rewards are immense. Although Athens covers a huge area, the major landmarks of the ancient Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods are close to the modern city center. You can easily walk from the Acropolis to many other key sites, taking time to browse in shops and relax in cafés and tavernas along the way. From many quarters of the city you can glimpse "the glory that was Greece" in the form of the Acropolis looming above the horizon, but only by actually climbing that rocky precipice can you feel the impact of the ancient settlement. The Acropolis and Filopappou, two craggy hills sitting side by side; the ancient Agora (marketplace); and Kerameikos, the first cemetery, form the core of ancient and Roman Athens. Along the Unification of Archaeological Sites promenade, you can follow stone-paved, tree-lined walkways from site to site, undisturbed by traffic. Cars have also been banned or reduced in other streets in the historical center. In the National Archaeological Museum, vast numbers of artifacts illustrate the many millennia of Greek civilization; smaller museums such as the Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art Museum and the Byzantine and Christian Museum illuminate the history of particular regions or periods. Athens may seem like one huge city, but it is really a conglomeration of neighborhoods with distinctive characters. The Eastern influences that prevailed during the 400-year rule of the Ottoman Empire are still evident in Monastiraki, the bazaar area near the foot of the Acropolis. On the northern slope of the Acropolis, stroll through Plaka (if possible by moonlight), an area of tranquil streets lined with renovated mansions, to get the flavor of the 19th-century's gracious lifestyle. The narrow lanes of Anafiotika, a section of Plaka, thread past tiny churches and small, color-washed houses with wooden upper stories, recalling a Cycladic island village. In this maze of winding streets, vestiges of the older city are everywhere: crumbling stairways lined with festive tavernas; dank cellars filled with wine vats; occasionally a court or diminutive garden, enclosed within high walls and filled with magnolia trees and the flaming trumpet-shaped flowers of hibiscus bushes. Formerly run-down old quarters, such as Thission, Gazi and Psirri, popular nightlife areas filled with bars and mezedopoleia (similar to tapas bars), are now in the process of gentrification, although they still retain much of their original charm, as does the colorful produce and meat market on Athinas. The area around Syntagma Square, the tourist hub, and Omonia Square, the commercial heart of the city about 1 km (½ mi) northwest, is distinctly European, having been designed by the court architects of King Otho, a Bavarian, in the 19th century. The chic shops and bistros of ritzy Kolonaki nestle at the foot of Mt. Lycabettus, Athens's highest hill (909 feet). Each of Athens's outlying suburbs has a distinctive character: in the north is wealthy, tree-lined Kifissia, once a summer resort for aristocratic Athenians, and in the south and southeast lie Glyfada, Voula, and Vouliagmeni, with their sandy beaches, seaside bars, and lively summer nightlife. Just beyond the city's southern fringes is Piraeus, a bustling port city of waterside fish tavernas and Saronic Gulf views.

The largest port in the Mediterranean and primary departure point for Greek Island cruises from Athens, Piraeus is a hubbub of activity that will bring your senses to life. With a sun-soaked promenade, al-fresco cafes and bars and countless shops, it’s a place where you can easily relax with a glass of wine and watch the world go by.A port since antiquity, its seemingly infinite rows of quays are filled with luxury yachts and the comings and goings of people visiting the city of Athens or heading out to the blissful Greek islands. Further along the bay, you’ll find the charming port of Pasalimani where the laid-back atmosphere provides an escape with boutiques and secluded eateries.Piraeus is your gateway into one of the world’s oldest cities. Venture into Athens alone or join a guided excursion from the cruise ship to discover the city’s ancient monuments, iconic landmarks and an open-air museum that’s like nothing you’ve ever seen before.

Cephalonia

Dubrovnik

Nothing can prepare you for your first sight of Dubrovnik. Lying 216 km (135 miles) southeast of Split and commanding a jaw-dropping coastal location, it is one of the world's most beautiful fortified cities. Its massive stone ramparts and fortress towers curve around a tiny harbor, enclosing graduated ridges of sun-bleached orange-tiled roofs, copper domes, and elegant bell towers. Your imagination will run wild picturing what it looked like seven centuries ago when the walls were built, without any suburbs or highways around it, just this magnificent stone city rising out of the sea.In the 7th century AD, residents of the Roman city Epidaurum (now Cavtat) fled the Avars and Slavs of the north and founded a new settlement on a small rocky island, which they named Laus, and later Ragusa. On the mainland hillside opposite the island, the Slav settlement called Dubrovnik grew up. In the 12th century the narrow channel separating the two settlements was filled in (now the main street through the Old Town, called Stradun), and Ragusa and Dubrovnik became one. The city was surrounded by defensive walls during the 13th century, and these were reinforced with towers and bastions in the late 15th century.From 1358 to 1808 the city thrived as a powerful and remarkably sophisticated independent republic, reaching its golden age during the 16th century. In 1667 many of its splendid Gothic and Renaissance buildings were destroyed by an earthquake. The defensive walls survived the disaster, and the city was rebuilt in baroque style.Dubrovnik lost its independence to Napoléon in 1808, and in 1815 passed to Austria-Hungary. During the 20th century, as part of Yugoslavia, the city became a popular tourist destination, and in 1979 it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the war for independence, it came under heavy siege. Thanks to careful restoration, few traces of damage remain; however, there are maps inside the Pile and Ploče Gates illustrating the points around the city where damage was done. It’s only when you experience Dubrovnik yourself that you can understand what a treasure the world nearly lost

Kotor

Backed by imposing mountains, tiny Kotor lies hidden from the open sea, tucked into the deepest channel of the Bokor Kotorska (Kotor Bay), which is Europe's most southerly fjord. To many, this town is more charming than its sister UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dubrovnik, retaining more authenticity, but with fewer tourists and spared the war damage and subsequent rebuilding which has given Dubrovnik something of a Disney feel.Kotor's medieval Stari Grad (Old Town) is enclosed within well-preserved defensive walls built between the 9th and 18th centuries and is presided over by a proud hilltop fortress. Within the walls, a labyrinth of winding cobbled streets leads through a series of splendid paved piazzas, rimmed by centuries-old stone buildings. The squares are now haunted by strains from buskers but although many now house trendy cafés and chic boutiques, directions are still given medieval-style by reference to the town’s landmark churches.In the Middle Ages, as Serbia's chief port, Kotor was an important economic and cultural center with its own highly regarded schools of stonemasonry and iconography. From 1391 to 1420 it was an independent city-republic and later, it spent periods under Venetian, Austrian, and French rule, though it was undoubtedly the Venetians who left the strongest impression on the city's architecture. Since the breakup of Yugoslavia, some 70% of the stone buildings in the romantic Old Town have been snapped up by foreigners, mostly Brits and Russians. Porto Montenegro, a new marina designed to accommodate some of the world’s largest super yachts, opened in nearby Tivat in 2011, and along the bay are other charming seaside villages, all with better views of the bay than the vista from Kotor itself where the waterside is congested with cruise ships and yachts. Try sleepy Muo or the settlement of Prčanj in one direction around the bay, or Perast and the Roman mosaics of Risan in the other direction.

A medieval maze of stunning architecture, lovely churches, museums, squares sprinkled with cafes and Venetian Palaces.

Bari

Bari, capital of the province of Apulia, lies on southern Italy's Adriatic coast. Its busy port is a leading commercial and industrial centre as well as a transit point for travellers catching ferries across the Adriatic to Greece. Bari comprises a new and an old town. To the north, on a promontory between the old and new harbours, lies the picturesque old town, or Citta Vecchia, with a maze of narrow, crooked streets. To the south is the spacious and regularly planned new town, which has developed considerably since 1930, when the Levant Fair was first held here. The heart of the modern town is Piazza della Liberta. The busy thoroughfare, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, separates the new town from the old. At the eastern end of the Corso begins the Lungomare Nazario Sauro, a magnificent seafront promenade that runs along the old harbour. Bari and the Apulian region were long recognized for their strategic location, attracting a succession of colonizers such as the Normans, Moors and Spaniards, each leaving their mark.&nbsp;

Corfu Achilleion

Corfu Castle

Corfu

Corfu town today is a vivid tapestry of cultures—a sophisticated weave, where charm, history, and natural beauty blend. Located about midway along the island's east coast, this spectacularly lively capital is the cultural heart of Corfu and has a remarkable historic center that UNESCO designated as a World Heritage Site in 2007. All ships and planes dock or land near Corfu town, which occupies a small peninsula jutting into the Ionian Sea.Whether arriving by ferry from mainland Greece or Italy, from another island, or directly by plane, catch your breath by first relaxing with a coffee or a gelato in Corfu town's shaded Liston Arcade, then stroll the narrow lanes of its pedestrians-only quarter. For an overview of the immediate area, and a quick tour of Mon Repos palace, hop on the little tourist train that runs from May to September. Corfu town has a different feel at night, so book a table at one of its famed tavernas to savor the island's unique cuisine.The best way to get around Corfu town is on foot. The town is small enough so that you can easily walk to every sight. There are local buses, but they do not thread their way into the streets (many now car-free) of the historic center. If you are arriving by ferry or plane, it's best to take a taxi to your hotel. Expect to pay about €10 from the airport or ferry terminal to a hotel in Corfu town. If there are no taxis waiting, you can call for one.

The mythical home of the Olympian God, Poseidon and the island on which Odysseus was shipwrecked in Homer’s epic, The Odyssey.

Katakolon

Katakolon could not seem less of a cruise port if it tried. A tiny enclave clinging to the western Peloponnese coast, it's a sleepy place except when ships dock. But it's a popular cruise destination because of its proximity to Olympia. Ancient Olympia was one of the most important cities in classical Greece. The Sanctuary of Zeus was the city's raison d'être, and attracted pilgrims from around the eastern Mediterranean, and later the city played host to Olympic Games, the original athletic games that were the inspiration for today's modern sporting pan-planetary meet. At the foot of the tree-covered Kronion hill, in a valley near two rivers, Katakolon is today one of the most popular ancient sites in Greece. If you don't want to make the trip to Olympia, then Katakolon is an ideal place for a leisurely Greek lunch while you watch the fishermen mend their nets, but there's just not much else to do there.

Celestyal Journey

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