Mediterranean Cruise '26

Athens, Kuşadası, Kavala, Thessaloniki, Volos, Skopelos

27 Places

First Cemetery of Athens

The oldest cemetery of modern-day Athens blends the modern and ancient worlds.

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Magic Sphere of Helios

This mystical orb covered in strange symbols is thought to have been used in ancient Greek magical rituals.

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Hadrian's Reservoir

This ancient hydrological marvel is now the base of a modern outdoor cinema.

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Tower of the Winds

An ancient octagonal weather station named for the eight Greek gods of wind.

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Theatre of Dionysus

Heralded as the world's first theater, these ruins are often overlooked as they reside in the shadows of the Acropolis.

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The Olive Tree of the Acropolis

Legend says this sacred tree was a gift from goddess Athena.

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Kafeneio Oraia Ellas

Luminaries of all stripes have sipped strong Greek coffee at this cafe since 1839.

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Parilissia Iera

An often overlooked ancient site in downtown Athens with substantial history (and nature).

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Numismatic Museum of Athens

One of the greatest collections of coins in the world is housed in the former mansion of an archeological pioneer.

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Stani

Savor sheep milk yogurt at the last of Athens' dairy bars.

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Krinos

This century-old, family-run bakery specializes in loukoumades, a Greek doughnut once served to ancient Olympians.

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Ariston

The Lobotesis family has been baking some of the best savory pies in Athens since 1910.

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Ritual of Periarosis Column

According to legend, this ancient column contains healing properties.

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St. Catherine's Greek Orthodox Church

A Byzantine church containing the holy remnants of three saints sits atop the site of an ancient temple.

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Holy Church of the Archangels

This small chapel holds the mummified heart of one of the heroes of the Greek Revolution.

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Divani Palace Acropolis Fortification Wall

A preserved portion of an ancient Athens barrier is displayed in a hotel basement.

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Cafe Avissinia

Catch raucous live performances of traditional tunes at this old-school taverna.

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To Steki Tou Ilia

Tear apart fatty, gently charred lamb chops with your bare hands.

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Fatsio

Since 1969, this restaurant has served up dishes typical of Istanbul's Greek diaspora.

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Choregic Monument of Thrasyllos (Panagia Speliotissa)

An ancient Greek monument and a Byzantine church coexist inside this cave.

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Daphni Monastery

This lesser-visited World Heritage site in Athens boasts an impressive ensemble of medieval gold mosaics.

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Philopappou Hill Pathways

Rest stops along this pathway offer some of the best views of the Acropolis of Athens.

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Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments

Dating from the 18th century to today, this museum houses a collection of over 1,200 musical instruments.

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Weiler Building

A former military hospital is now used to study and preserve artifacts of the Acropolis.

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Meton's Observatory

The site where the summer solstice helped ancient Greeks sync the lunar and solar calendars.

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Kuşadası, Turkey

Cave of Zeus

This Turkish cave boasts some rather bizarre associations with the King of Mount Olympus.

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Kuşadası, Turkey

Kuşadası

A charming beach town in Turkey captures all the colors of the rainbow.

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