Sail the Greek Islands
Multi-day Trips / by Air and Land
10 Day
Itinerary
Greek Islands Cruise Experience
Date: 22 May-1 June 2024 (11 days/9 nights)
Group size: Approx. 25 participants
Package includes: Cruise, Airfare, Two Nights Pre-Cruise in Athens, Sightseeing Tours, All Airport and Port Transfers, Tour Director from Toronto, All Taxes and Gratuities, and a Shore Excursion Credit.
Group size: Approx. 25 participants
Package includes: Cruise, Airfare, Two Nights Pre-Cruise in Athens, Sightseeing Tours, All Airport and Port Transfers, Tour Director from Toronto, All Taxes and Gratuities, and a Shore Excursion Credit.
NOTE: This tour is NOT recommended for those with mobility issues. Most of the Greek Islands are hilly and mountainous, which means steps are an inherent feature of the landscape. Although because you are cruising, you will not need to lift your luggage and carry it up and down stairs and inclines, you will still need to have a reasonable level of physical fitness to get full enjoyment out of the islands.
A cruise Vacation in Greece and the Greek islands evokes the romanticism and excitement you have probably dreamt about for years. Celestyal Cruises takes you to exclusive destinations other cruises in the Eastern Mediterranean can’t reach and delivers an authentic cultural experience that enables you to immerse yourself in the Mediterranean lifestyle.
Day1) Wednesday 22 May 2024: Flight Toronto >> Athens
Direct flight from Toronto to Athens @ 18:30
Meet your tour director "PETER" at Toronto Pearson International Airport, at the departure gate, one hour before the flight.
Day 2) Thursday 23 May 2024: Athens
Arrive in Athens @ 11:00 AM. Transfer from the Airport to the Hotel in Athens. Arrive in the Hotel around 1 PM. Although the hotel’s official check-in time is 3:00 PM, they start to check us in one by one when we arrive. However, they do not guarantee to give out all keys before 3 PM.
4-7 PM: Enjoy a guided walking tour to discover the historic city centre and amazing Plaka District in Athens. Overnight at Hotel Royal Olympic 4*.
Day 3) Friday 24 May 2024: Athens
Breakfast at the hotel.
9 AM to 1 PM: Enjoy a guided (4-hour Walking tour) to discover the ancient sights of Athens. Visit the Acropolis – Propylaea – Parthenon – Erechtheion – Temple of Athena Nike, Theater of Dionysus- Herod Atticus Odeon, Acropolis Museum.
Afternoon, enjoy your free time to explore more attractions in Athens. Overnight at Hotel Royal Olympic 4*.
Day 4) Saturday 25 May 2024: Joining the cruise - Embarkation day
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from the hotel to the ship at 11:00 AM.
Day 4 to 11): 25 May to 1 June 2024: Enjoy Cruising!
The 8-day Idyllic Aegean Celestyal Cruise takes us to 7 ports, starting in Athens, to Thessaloniki, Kusadasi (Turkey), Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Milos
Cruise Itinerary (25 May to 1 June 2024)
| DATE | PORT/CITY | ARRIVE | DEPART |
| Day 1 | Athens (Greece) | 17:00 | |
| Day 2 | Thessaloniki (Greece) | 10:00 | 19:00 |
| Day 3 | Kusadasi (Turkey) | 13:00 | 19:00 |
| Day 4 | Heraklion, Crete (Greece) | 8:00 | 19:00 |
| Day 5 - 6 | Santorini (Greece) | 7:00 | 0:30 |
| Day 6 - 7 | Mykonos (Greece) | 8:00 | 2:00 |
| Day 7 | Milos (Greece) | 9:00 | 19:00 |
| Day 8 | Athens (Greece) | 7:00 |
Day 11) 1 June 2024: Disembarkation day. Flight Athens>> Toronto
Breakfast on the ship.
9:00 AM: Transfer from the ship to the Airport. Flight back to Toronto @ 13:15
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FLIGHT INFORMATION
Direct flights on Air Canada
AC 896 22 MAY, YYZ ATH 18:30 11:00+1 (Arrive on 23 MAY) Duration: Non-stop 9hr30m
AC 897 01 JUN, ATH YYZ 13:15 17:00 Duration: Non-stop 10hr45m
AC 896 22 MAY, YYZ ATH 18:30 11:00+1 (Arrive on 23 MAY) Duration: Non-stop 9hr30m
AC 897 01 JUN, ATH YYZ 13:15 17:00 Duration: Non-stop 10hr45m
Our Group booking includes 1st Checked bag FREE
Max. weight per bag: 23kg (50lb)
Max. linear dimensions per bag: 158 cm (62in)
Max. weight per bag: 23kg (50lb)
Max. linear dimensions per bag: 158 cm (62in)
If you have any questions about baggage allowance (Fees, Weight, and Dimensions), please check Air Canada’s baggage allowance
A carry-on baggage is also included. Carry-on guidelines/Dimensions
**We need the following information from each participant BASED ON PASSPORT DETAILS, after making the final payment. Please email the information to: info@FunTours.ca
LAST NAME // FIRST NAME // MIDDLE NAME // TITLE (Mr. Ms, Mrs...) // GENDER // DATE OF BIRTH // NATIONALITY
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CHECK-IN: You will be able to check in and change/upgrade your seats individually 24 hours before the departure HERE
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SEAT SELECTION / UPGRADE ON AIR CANADA:
1) >> A block of seats has been assigned for the group and you can modify your seat (choose a standard Aisle/Middle/Window seat) at the time of online check-in only 24 hours prior to departure.
2) >> ONLY if you need to upgrade to a "Preferred Seat", please contact us and be ready to pay the fee upfront. The "Preferred Seats" are in exit rows, in select bulkhead rows, and in the first few rows of the cabin on some flights. The cost is $120 per flight segment. If you decide to upgrade, we need the following information from you immediately BASED ON PASSPORT DETAILS. LAST NAME // FIRST NAME // MIDDLE NAME // TITLE (Mr. Ms, Mrs...) // GENDER // DATE OF BIRTH. We also need your credit card details to give to Air Canada since they will charge you directly for the seat upgrade. The fee is non-refundable. The seat selection process takes 5-7 business days. Please be patient.
3) >> The Group seat block is usually located in the middle to the back of the aircraft typically over the wing. The block does not include any exit row or special request seating.
4) >> All seats in our group block are standard seats. If you need a First-class/Premium Economy seat, you need to book it yourself directly through Air Canada. In this case, CA$ 1400 will be deducted from your package price
5) >> Our departure point is YYZ (Toronto Pearson Airport). If you would like to fly out of other cities in CA/US you need to book it yourself, and CA$ 1400 will be deducted from your package price (credited to you).
CHANGES TO YOUR PACKAGE / DURATION OF STAY
>> This package has a FIXED Departure Date, FFIXED Return Date, and FIXED Inclusions. *If you would like to extend your stay by going earlier (or) returning later, you need to book your own flight and accommodation and transportation for your extended stay.
>> Airport transfers for the group will be arranged based on the group flight details (above). If your departure or return flight is different, you need to make your own Airport Transfer arrangement.
>> This package has a FIXED Departure Date, FFIXED Return Date, and FIXED Inclusions. *If you would like to extend your stay by going earlier (or) returning later, you need to book your own flight and accommodation and transportation for your extended stay.
>> Airport transfers for the group will be arranged based on the group flight details (above). If your departure or return flight is different, you need to make your own Airport Transfer arrangement.
Price & Inclusions
| Accommodation Type | Per person in Double | Per person in Single | AVAILABILITY |
| Inside Staterooms - No View - Cat "IA"- Cabin size: 180 ft2 / 17 m2 | 4300.00 | 5250.00 | AVAILABLE NOW |
| Oceanview / Exterior Staterooms - Cat "XD" - Cabin size: 195 ft2 / 19 m2 (RENOVATED CABINS) | 4990.00 | 6290.00 | AVAILABLE NOW |
* BALCONY CABINS, AKA "SUITES" ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THIS DEPARTURE
>> Prices are in CA$
>> Taxes are included
>> If you need a roommate, please ask. Not guaranteed.
>> Taxes are included
>> If you need a roommate, please ask. Not guaranteed.
>> If you are two friends and would like to pay separately, PLEASE place separate orders!
>> Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.
>> Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.
>> CABINS: Click here to learn more about the specifications of Celestyal Journey Cabins!
>> FLIGHT: Our departure point is YYZ (Toronto Pearson Airport). If you would like to fly out of other cities you need to book it yourself, and CA$ 1400 will be deducted from your package price (credited to you).
What’s Included:
o Round-trip airfare (Direct Flights on Air Canada, Toronto-Athens-Toronto) - Standard seat
o All Airport and Port Transfers
o Round-trip airfare (Direct Flights on Air Canada, Toronto-Athens-Toronto) - Standard seat
o All Airport and Port Transfers
o 2 nights in a centrally located hotel in Athens (Hotel Royal Olympic, 4-star).
o 2 Full Buffet breakfast at the hotel in Athens
o 2 Guided Walking Tours in Athens including the admissions
o 2 Full Buffet breakfast at the hotel in Athens
o 2 Guided Walking Tours in Athens including the admissions
o Service of your Tour Director traveling with you from Toronto
o All Taxes and Gratuities
o 8-day/7-night INCLUSIVE Fare Cruise: Idyllic Aegean on Celestyal Cruises, visiting 7 ports! NO SEA DAY! The cruise includes:>> COMPLIMENTARY DINING
>> VIBRANT ENTERTAINMENT
>> A US$80 SHORE EXCURSION CREDIT *
>> PORT CHARGE AND GRATUITIES
>> SELECT DRINKS INCLUDED WITH MEALS (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner): Teas and coffees, Draft beer, House wine by the glass (red, white, and rose), A variety of juices and soft drinks by the glass
What’s NOT Included:
o Lunch and dinner in Athens
o Optional Shore Excursions (The Cruise Line offers you a US$80 Shore Excursion Credit)
o Lunch and dinner in Athens
o Optional Shore Excursions (The Cruise Line offers you a US$80 Shore Excursion Credit)
o Travel Insurance
Drinks Packages Explained
- >> In our INCLUSIVE Fare package, SELECT DRINKS INCLUDED WITH MEALS (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner): Teas and coffees, Draft beer, House wine by the glass (red, white, and rose), A variety of juices and soft drinks by the glass
- >> Click here >> to know more about the Drinks Menu, and List of Drinks Packages, upgrade to the Premium Drinks Package, Premium Plus, Alcohol-Free…….
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Payment & Cancellation Schedules:
Payment & Cancellation Schedules:
* A non-refundable deposit of $300 is required to secure your cruise and flight - due at the time of booking.
* The balance is due (by 1 FEB 2024). You can pay the balance HERE *You will receive a Balance payment Reminder!
* If you book after this date (if it's available), full payment is required at the time of booking.
* The balance is due (by 1 FEB 2024). You can pay the balance HERE *You will receive a Balance payment Reminder!
* If you book after this date (if it's available), full payment is required at the time of booking.
* 50% Penalty if canceled between 2 FEB 2024 and 1 MAR 2024.
* 100% Penalty if canceled between 2 MAR 2024 and the departure date.
* 100% Penalty if canceled between 2 MAR 2024 and the departure date.
* DISCOUNTED OPTIONAL SHORE EXCURSIONS* |
The Cruise Line offers you a US$80 Shore Excursion Credit. Shore Excursions Brochure.
If you are interested in buying your shore excursions from the Cruise Line, choose from the brochure and let us know as soon as possible since the availability is subject to change.
Cruise Line terms:
>> Your Shore Excursion Credit is valid only: For pre-bookable shore excursions. To be used prior to embarkation. Thereafter, the credit is no longer valid and cannot be used onboard. The credit has no monetary value, is non-refundable, and is non-transferable. Applicable for a shore excursion of equal, greater, or lower value:
--If the discount has a greater value than the value of the excursion, the remaining value can be used for an alternative excursion provided it is used within the timeframe stipulated above.
--If the Discount is lower than the value of the excursion, the Guest will pay the difference in price.
>> Your Shore Excursion Credit is valid only: For pre-bookable shore excursions. To be used prior to embarkation. Thereafter, the credit is no longer valid and cannot be used onboard. The credit has no monetary value, is non-refundable, and is non-transferable. Applicable for a shore excursion of equal, greater, or lower value:
--If the discount has a greater value than the value of the excursion, the remaining value can be used for an alternative excursion provided it is used within the timeframe stipulated above.
--If the Discount is lower than the value of the excursion, the Guest will pay the difference in price.
Please find the following discounted packages on page 3 of the Shore Excursions Brochure.
Discounted package 1: 20% Discount on 5 Excursions = INCLUSIVE fare: ADULT US$290, CHILD US$195
Discounted package 2: 15% Discount on 4 Excursions = INCLUSIVE fare: ADULT US$218, CHILD US$142
Discounted package 3: 10% Discount on 3 Excursions = INCLUSIVE fare: ADULT US$169, CHILD US$106
>> Your US$ 80 Excursion Credit is valid only For pre-bookable shore excursions.
Tour Attractions
Celestyal cruises are all about the destinations!
SHIP: Celestyal Journey
FACTS
Year Built: 1994.
Year Last Refurbished: 2023 (Public areas and some cabins refurbished in 2023)
Capacity: 1260 Guests, 630 Cabins, 500 Crew
Year Last Refurbished: 2023 (Public areas and some cabins refurbished in 2023)
Capacity: 1260 Guests, 630 Cabins, 500 Crew
8 Restaurants & bars
Fully Equipped Gym
2 Swimming Pools
A Whole Deck Devoted to Health & Wellbeing
Fully Equipped Gym
2 Swimming Pools
A Whole Deck Devoted to Health & Wellbeing
WHY CELESTYAL CRUISE?
- 1) Authentic Mediterranean Experience by the Greek-owned and operated Cruise Line.
- 2) The cruise’s unique itineraries focus on Greece and the Mediterranean.
- 3) Visiting 7 ports! NO SEA DAY!
- 4) Allocating lots of quality time in the stunningly beautiful and buzzing islands of Santorini and Mykonos (the most famous and most visited islands in Greece).
- 5) With late departure from Santorini and Mykonos, you will have the opportunity to discover hidden secrets and indulge in an authentic experience of Mediterranean cuisine and the classic Greek lifestyle. Experiencing the vibrant nightlife in Mykonos, and avoiding crowds using the Santorini Cable car (due to the overnight stops on these two Islands).
- 6) Restaurants with an emphasis on authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine.
- 7) Medium-size ship (1,260 passengers): This means this cruise takes you to exclusive destinations other cruises in the Eastern Mediterranean can’t reach and delivers an authentic cultural experience that enables you to immerse yourself in the Mediterranean lifestyle.
- 8) SELECT DRINKS INCLUDED WITH MEALS: Teas and coffees, Draft beer, House wine by the glass (red, white, and rose), A variety of juices and soft drinks by the glass.
- 9) PORT CHARGE AND GRATUITIES INCLUDED: All port fees and gratuities are included in the upfront price, so there’s no need to worry about additional fees.
- 10) $80 EXCURSION CREDIT: As a standard practice, you will receive a $80 excursion discount to put towards any available Shore Excursions
2 SWIMMING POOLS
DECK
ENTERTAINMENT
8 RESTAURANTS AND BARS
INSIDE Staterooms - No View - Cat "IA"- Cabin size: 180 ft2 / 17 m2
These Cabins are on Deck 4
OCEANVIEW / Exterior Staterooms - Cat "XD" - Cabin size: 195 ft2 / 19 m2
These Cabins are on Deck 5 and 9 (RENOVATED CABINS)
Click here to learn more about the specifications of Celestyal Journey Cabins!
| PORTS OF CALL |
Athens (Greece)
Thessaloniki (Greece)
Kusadasi (Turkey)
Heraklion, Crete (Greece)
Santorini (Greece)
Mykonos (Greece)
Milos (Greece)
Athens (Greece)
Note
- >> Please READ the itinerary and make sure it suits your interests and physical ability before making any booking
- >> We will arrange a Zoom meeting with the cruise line's local BDM (Business development managers) to do a presentation on Celestyal Cruises on 20 NOV 2023. You will be notified about the details.
- >> You will be invited to a WhatsApp group chat 2 months before the trip. We believe this is a great way to connect, deliver information and updates in real-time, and distribute photos during our trip.
- >> Regarding roommates: We can introduce you to a prospective roommate to share a room, but it is ultimately your responsibility to choose the right person to share space during your stay and determine beforehand if you are compatible. Please note that if things don't work out with your roommate and you face any issues during your stay and wish to change your room, you will have to pay the associated cost.
- >> Itinerary Changes: The itinerary is subject to change at any time without prior notice due to various circumstances and weather conditions.
- >> We strongly recommend comprehensive Travel Insurance to protect the investment you made on your trip.
TRAVEL PROTECTION PLANS
For your protection, we strongly recommend that you purchase Comprehensive Travel Insurance with Emergency Medical, Trip Cancellation, and interruption (and ask them about their COVID-19 Pandemic Travel Plans). Here is a list of some Travel Insurance companies for Canadian Travellers:
Travel Insurance Coverage on your credit card: If you have travel insurance on your credit card, please make sure about the details of their insurance coverage.
Entry requirements to Greece
Canadian passport holders do not need a visa to stay in Greece short term. Canadians can travel to Greece and stay for up to 90 days per 180-day period visa-free.
- >> Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond the date of leaving Europe.
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If you have any questions, please email to info@funtours.ca - or call: 416-897-3020