Athens Return

From $15,700 per person twinshare

2025 Departure Dates: July 13 | July 23 | Sep 13 | Sep 23

Ship: National Geographic Orion

Sail along the magnificent isles and rocky coastlines of Greece and Turkey, where a mélange of Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman influences take us on a fascinating journey through history. Encounter glittering marble cities of the ancient world from Delos to Ephesus; stroll the timeless, whitewashed villages of the Cyclades; and soak up the rhythms of everyday life as you travel age-old trade routes along vibrant Aegean coastlines poised at the crossroads of the world.

 

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Approach Greece and Turkey’s iconic coastal villages from the sea, and swim, kayak, and paddleboard in the surrounding turquoise waters

• Experience Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated as one of the world's best-preserved ancient cities, followed by a mesmerizing performance by whirling dervishes

• Enjoy hiking in Paros and sample the culinary delights of Naxos during a cooking class and wine tasting

• Explore Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the mythical birthplace of Artemis and Apollo

• Sail the sapphire waters of Santorini's volcanic caldera, and go ashore to explore the enchanting village of Oía, with its sugar-cube buildings and world-famous sunsets

• Receive exclusive guidance from both a National Geographic Photography Expert and Destination Expert on each departure