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 Sophia Daskalakis’ Group with The Olive Tree Retreat presents: Italian Lakes & Greek Islands featuring a 7-night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise 12 Days 25 Meals Departure: July 2008 Approximate Rates: Double: $3,949 per person (Inside Cabin) Add $500 per person for an Outside Cabin upgrade. Includes: Roundtrip airfare from Newark, NJ. Collette Vacations - 1 (877) 584-7302 |
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Day 1: Overnight Flight Welcome as you join Collette Vacations in exploring the beauty, historic sights and cultures of northern Italy, Croatia and the fabulous Greek Islands. Experience the breathtaking scenery of the Italian lakes followed by a romantic 7-night Eastern Mediterranean cruise aboard the MSC Armonia. Day 2: Lago Maggiore, Italy - Tour Begins Your tour begins in the picturesque Italian Lakes region of Lago Maggiore. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (D) Day 3: Milan - Como - Lago Maggiore Travel to cosmopolitan Milan for a panoramic tour featuring the Duomo (Cathedral), one of the most magnificent late gothic structures ever built, and La Scala, the world’s most famous opera house. Next, travel to Como and enjoy some time at leisure to soak up the lakeside atmosphere of this beautiful resort town. (B)  Day 4: Lago Maggiore - Venice - Board Cruise ShipFollowing breakfast, depart for Venice. Your exciting 7-night Eastern Mediterranean cruise begins today. While on board the MSC Armonia all of your meals will be included: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Early this evening you will set sail for Bari, Italy. (B, D) Day 5: Bari, Italy This afternoon you dock in Bari. Perhaps you will spend the afternoon exploring the medieval streets and Romanesque churches, including the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, built to house the body of Saint Nicholas, now known throughout the world as the man behind the legend of Santa Claus. (B, L, D) Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a full day at sea to sit back, relax by the pool and enjoy all of the amenities available on board your cruise ship. (B, L, D) Day 7: Santorini - Mykonos, Greece Arrive on the beautiful island of Santorini. In 1500 BC, a powerful volcano erupted and caused the central part of the island to sink into the sea. Could this be the lost city of Atlantis Enjoy some leisure time to soak in the breathtaking views of this beautiful island and delve into the mysteries of ancient Santorini. Your next stop is the fashionable island of Mykonos. Enjoy an evening stroll through Mykonos town, where picturesque windmills dot the landscape along with the beautiful beaches, whitewashed houses, and an endless line of boutiques and chapels. Depart late this evening to sail overnight to Piraeus. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Piraeus, Greece Dock this morning in Athens' bustling port city of Piraeus. The choice is yours today as various optional shore excursions will be offered to visit Athens and its many sights, including the Acropolis, the National Archaeological Museum and the historic district known as the Plaka. After an exciting day in the Greek capital, depart Piraeus this evening for the Ionian Islands. (B, L, D) Day 9: Corfu, Greece Corfu is the perfect image of island splendor. Beautiful coastline and magnificent gardens make Corfu a veritable island paradise. Perhaps you'll visit trendy Corfu Town, or join a shore excursion to the Palace of Achilleion, once the residence of Empress Elizabeth of Austria. The island's glittering beaches also beckon those looking for a more relaxing afternoon. (B, L, D) Day 10: Dubrovnik, Croatia This morning you dock in Dubrovnik where you have the opportunity to explore this ancient city, known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic." Set on a peninsula, this beautiful city is surrounded by a 1,000-year-old protective wall. Take plenty of time to explore the treasures of this marvelous city. Later in the afternoon, set sail for enchanting Venice. (B, L, D) Day 11: Venice - Disembark Cruise Ship - Milan/Malpensa Your morning disembarkation is followed by a visit to Venice's St. Mark’s Square, a bustling hub of quintessentially Italian activity and events. A local expert provides a walking tour featuring the Clock Tower, St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the famous Bridge of Sighs. Depart Venice mid-afternoon. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a fun-filled, memorable trip. (B, D) Day 12: Milan/Malpensa - Tour Ends Your tour ends today. (B) Collette Vacations - 1 (877) 584-7302 | |||||||||||||||||