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Greek Isles

• Explore the Acropolis of Athens and the Minoan Palace of Knossos with private guides. • Set sail on the Aegean and stop for a snorkel or a swim. • Stay in an intimate cave hotel built into the cliffs of Santorini. 9 DAYS FROM $5,495

DAYS 1–2 I ATHENS, GREECE Take a private tour of timeless Athens and its iconic ancient ruins, then see some of the 4,000 ancient works on display in the Acropolis Museum. Join your private guide for a scenic drive along the coast to Cape Soúnio, where the aptly placed Temple of Poseidon presides over the sparkling Aegean Sea. Electra Metropolis Athens | Meals: 1B DAYS 3–5 I CRETE Alongside a private guide, visit the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital of Minoan Crete, and peruse the Minoan art on display at Heraklion’s Archaeological Museum. Sail in a traditional fishing vessel to the isle of Spinalonga, once a stronghold of the Venetians, and later the Ottomans. Enjoy a day at leisure in the seaside town of Ágios Nikólaos, or choose to prepare Cretan specialties during an optional cooking class in a local village. St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas Meals: 3B, 1L

DAYS 6–9 I SANTORINI/ATHENS Settle into our hotel, where beautiful whitewashed cave rooms offer unobstructed views of Santorini’s indigo caldera. Trace the ridgeline of the island on a guided tour from the southern to the northern tip of the crescent. Join a sailing excursion on the Aegean, stopping to snorkel and swim in inviting waters. Fly back to Athens to catch your return flight home. Kapari Natural Resort I Meals: 4B, 1L, 1D

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary. INFORMATION

When to go: This private expedition is offered from April through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you. COST 2 PEOPLE 4 PEOPLE 6 PEOPLE Apr. 1–May 31, 2021 $6,995 $5,995 $5,495

June 1–Sept. 30, 2021 $7,495 $6,495 $5,995 Oct. 1–31, 2021 $6,995 $5,995 $5,495 Apr. 1–May 31, 2022 $7,495 $6,495 $5,995

June 1–Sept. 30, 2022 $8,095 $7,095 $6,595 Oct. 1–31, 2022 $7,495 $6,495 $5,995

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 2022. Single-traveler prices are available upon request. A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $400 per person (subject to change).