Temples and
Tavernas
Central Med 12 nights from £1,599
Where else can you see idyllic islands and
the must-see cities of Athens, Rome and
Barcelona in 12 nights? Add an extra seven
nights – and six more destinations – and linger
longer (see pages 56-57 for details).
Marmaris, Turkey Santorini, Greece
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Athens, Greece
Cobalt-coloured waters, secluded bays Scenic Santorini is a stunning Get to grips with amazing Athens,
and scorching sunrays... See why the boomerang-shaped island that will the bustling capital of Greece where
‘Turquoise Coast’ is a favourite with have you coming back for more. ancient highlights line each corner.
yachties and divers alike. With its sheer-sided cliffs, hilltop villages, From Piraeus you can cruise the Corinth
Sat at the foot of pine-forested mountains,
sugar-cube houses and tiny white churches Canal or fly through the trees on an aerial
here you can stroll along the harbour or head
with blue domes, Santorini is like a fantasy adventure. It’s also where you can step back
to the ancient city of Caunos and stretch out
film set. Stroll around Fira – spread along the in time in nearby Athens and get some
on the local turtles’ favourite beach. Or for
clifftop like cake icing – and soak up the pictures of the rubbly remains of the famous
something different tackle a white-water
breathtaking views from the top, see the and instantly-recognisable Parthenon
rafting adventure, get squeaky clean with a
bowler-hat-shaped roofs of Oia village (pictured). Not a history head? Pull out your
traditional Turkish bath or see the ruins at
(pictured) or nose around the nearby Nea plastic and hit the shops in the Plaka or pull
Knidos.
Kameni volcano. up a seat and sip some ouzo with the locals.
Action Ashore
Action Ashore Action Ashore
Get lathered, scrubbed and cleansed on a visit
Explore the cobbled streets of Oia village. See all of Athens’ highlights in one swoop.
to a Turkish bath.
Get a taste for the local cuisine as you learn Cruise along the Corinth Canal from the Ionian
Take to the water in a classic Gulet boat.
the art of Greek cooking. to the Aegean Sea.
See the sights the easy way as you explore
Jump in a jeep and get off the beaten track. Hit the Plaka and explore its A-Z of shops.
Marmaris by coach.
Let your palate purr with pleasure over some Cycle around the capital’s historical hot spots.
Head to the ancient city of Canous and stretch
local wines. Whizz from tree to tree on an action-packed
out on the four mile-long ‘Turtle beach’.
Bask on the black sand of Kamari beach. aerial adventure.
Walk around the edge of a volcano then Sightsee, shop then sample the food in a top
bubble away in local thermal springs. Athens restaurant.
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Passengers taken ashore by tender boat.
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