Begin your adventure in the mesmerizing city of Istanbul. Straddling Europe and Asia, this city offers a rich tapestry of cultures, stunning architecture, and tantalizing cuisine.

Making Memories Getaway Price Category

Starting Price: $3,000 for 2 Adults for entry level deluxe garden hotel room & interior cosmos cabin room on cruise.

• Stay: 2 nights at a luxury 5-star hotel in the heart of Istanbul
• Highlights:

  • Private guided tour of the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace
  • Explore the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market
  • Optional: $$

    • Sunset Bosphorus yacht cruise with gourmet Turkish cuisine
    • Traditional Turkish bath experience 
• ** Flight to Athens from Istanbul may be adjustable early morning of August 7, 2025 if you would like to spend the whole day of the August 6, 2025

Fly to Athens, the cradle of Western civilization and home to awe-inspiring ancient ruins.

• Stay: 2 nights at a luxury boutique hotel in Athens
• Highlights:

  • Private guided tour of the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Acropolis Museum
  • Stroll through Plaka’s charming streets and enjoy authentic Greek dining
  • Optional: $$

    • Sunset dinner with breathtaking views at Lycabettus Hill
    • Additional Excursion Available Upon Request

Board a luxurious cruise ship for a dreamy exploration of the Aegean Sea, stopping at some of the most picturesque Greek islands.

• Stay: 3 nights aboard a premium cruise ship (various cabin options available at additional cost)
• Destinations Itinerary:

  • Day 1 (August 8): Depart from Lavrion (Athens) at 1:00 PM; arrive in Mykonos at 6:00 PM; depart at 11:00 PM
  • Day 2 (August 9): Arrive in Kusadasi (Ephesus) at 7:00 AM; depart at 1:00 PM; arrive in Patmos at 4:30 PM; depart at 9:30 PM
  • Day 3 (August 10): Arrive in Heraklion, Crete at 7:00 AM; depart at 12:00 PM; arrive in Santorini at 4:30 PM; depart at 9:30 PM
  • Day 4 (August 11): Return to Lavrion (Athens) at 6:00 AM
• Highlights:

  • Mykonos – Sun-kissed beaches, charming white-washed alleys, and vibrant nightlife
  • Santorini – Iconic blue-domed churches, dramatic cliffs, and stunning caldera views
  • Crete – Historical treasures and crystal-clear waters
  • Optional: $$

    • Inquire about the pre-purchasing the Celestyal Pay as an enhancement to your cruise package
    • Onboard spa, fine dining, and exclusive entertainment
    • Kusadasi (Ephesus): Excursion to ancient Ephesus
    • Patmos: Visit the Monastery of St. John
    • Heraklion, Crete: Discover the Palace of Knossos

• Until we meet again on our next trip adventure, have a save flight back to home country