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About this trip
Imagine yourself sailing through the azure waters of the Aegean Sea, surrounded by picturesque Greek islands. The Belle de L'Adriatique is a small cruise ship with a maximum capacity of 200 passengers and will be your home away from home as you voyage back in time. Join Defined Destinations on this intimate experience to explore ancient Greece and its extraordinary natural beauty. We’ll discover historical sites, stroll through cobbled streets, and soak up the sun on pristine beaches and aboard our ship.
We’ll visit the charming white-washed villages of Santorini, the medieval charm of Rhodes, the hidden gems of Milos, and the tranquil beauty of Amorgos and Syros. We'll enjoy local dishes in both traditional and contemporary presentations, sample regional wines (and olive oil!), and learn about the birthplace of Western Civilization from our guides and the people you meet in your ample free time.
Join us this April 2025 and let Defined Destinations take care of everything, while you focus on enjoying the magic of Greece.
What’s included
- Small Ship ExperienceWith room for only 197 guests onboard, this is sure to be a unique sailing experience
- Historic Ports of CallSantorini, Rhodes, Syros, Amorgos, Milos
- Athens Antiquity TourA local guide joins as you experience Athens through the eyes of a local
- Countryside RoadtripVisit charming towns near Athens with picturesque views of the Greek countryside and the Aegean Sea
- Fully EscortedEnjoy a Tour Director that handles all the details throughout the trip so you can sit back and relax
- 1 Night Athens HotelFirst night's stay in Athens
- 1 Night Nafplio1 night in small town Greece on our roadtrip
- 7 Nights OnboardEnjoy 7 nights onboard the Belle de L'Adriatique the Avangard
- Drinks & Meals OnboardAll drinks and meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
- Room AmenitiesIndependent AC, WIFI, Private Bathroom, 220V Power
- Olive Oil Tour & Tasting
- Local Wine Tasting
- Transport and TransfersAll transport and transfers in Greece
What’s not included
- AirfareAirfare is not included. However we have arranged a roundtrip group flight from St. Louis to Athens for those who like to stick with the group and avoid the hassle of flight shopping (see pricing).
- Travel InsuranceThere are several companies that offer Travel insurance Quotes - TravelEx, Travelguard, Allianz etc.
- Meals not mentioned
- Ship Staff GratutitiesShip staff gratuities are NOT included. Recommended: Cruise Manager is $40 per person & Crew is $125 per guest for the week
- Shore ExcursionsShore Excursions are not included but can be purchased before the cruise departs
Available Packages
LOWER DECK CABIN - NO AIR
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.
CRUISE - a standard Lower Deck cabin with two adjustable twin beds, portholes, fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.
AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Deposit: A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration. If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.
Final Payment is Due: January 19, 2025
Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment. If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).
All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.
Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review: https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/
MAIN DECK CABIN - NO AIR
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.
CRUISE - a standard MAIN DECK cabin with two adjustable twin beds, portholes, fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.
AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Deposit: A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration. If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.
Final Payment is Due: January 19, 2025
Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment. If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).
All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.
Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review: https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/
EMBARKATION DECK CABIN (3rd Level) - NO AIR
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.
CRUISE - a standard EMBARKATION DECK cabin with two adjustable twin beds, windows (not portholes), fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.
AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Deposit: A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration. If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.
Final Payment is Due: January 19, 2025
Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment. If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).
All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.
Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review: https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/
UPPER DECK CABIN - NO AIR
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
LAND - all transfers, tours, and excursions as noted in the Trip Description section.
CRUISE - a standard UPPER DECK cabin with two adjustable twin beds, windows (not portholes), fully air-conditioned, WIFI, TV, safe deposit box, TV, and more.
AIR - NOT INCLUDED and our guests make their own flight arrangements. (SEE OPTIONS BELOW IF YOU'D LIKE TO CONSIDER THE GROUP FLIGHT)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Deposit: A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit (per person) is due at the time of registration. If two people are traveling then the total deposit is $1,000.
Final Payment is Due: January 19, 2025
Cash/Check/Card: All rates are based on a cash/check payment. If you prefer to pay by card, you can do so at check-out, and a 'service fee' will be added to the payment to cover the credit card fees (2.9% - 3.9% is added to the payment).
All Rooms Require Double Occupancy: If you're traveling alone you can choose to either (1) contact our support team to find a roommate, or (2) pay for both per-person prices.
Airline Delays, Cancelations, and Travel Insurance: Defined Destinations has no control over flight delays, cancelations, or other air travel issues. We strongly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance and offer this link for your review: https://partner.travelexinsurance.com/quote/
Available options
GROUP AIRFARE - Defined Destinations has secured a group travel rate of $1,400 for roundtrip air from St. Louis, MO to Athens, Greece and back. Here are the flight details:
- Sunday, April 27, 2025 - Depart St. Louis at 3:25 pm and arrive in Athens on Monday 4/28 at 1:10 pm (stop in Frankfurt). Fly Lufthansa.
- Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - Depart Athens 1:10 pm and arrive in St. Louis on Wednesday,5/7 at 8:01 pm (stop in Toronto). Fly Air Canada
Things to Consider with Group Airfare - This travel option is great for those who like to ensure they're with the main group and don't want to handle transfers on their own.
While we will ask the airlines to consider your specific seating preferences (First Class, aisle, sitting with a specific friend, etc.), seating on a group flight is ultimately the airline's decision. If this is critical to you, we suggest you purchase one of the No Air options. Relatedly, if you wish to use miles or points for your airfare, we again suggest you purchase your flight directly and select the No Air option.