Journey Through The Corinth Canal

Holiday Highlights

Relax on the Sardinian coastline
Explore the birthplace of the Olympic Games
Cruise through the impressive Corinth Canal
Discover exotic Istanbul
See stunning Greek islands
Experience cultural Messina

12 days from only £1299

Departures: Departs Wednesdays
Accommodation: 11 nights
Board: Board: Full Board

Per person. Based on two passengers

What is Included?

11 nights cruise onboard the Arion
All on board meals
Daytime & Evening entertainment
All port taxes & gratuities
Return Eurostar & rail transfers to Marseille/ Return flights & transfers in Marseille

This unforgettable voyage cruises on the Mediterranean, Aegean and Ionian seas, calling at beautiful coastal towns, thriving cities and idyllic islands along the way. Thanks to the smaller size of the Arion, you’ll also enjoy the chance to cruise through the famous Corinth Canal – a unique experience that’s not to be missed.
Ports of call:
Marseille • Olbia • Katakolon • Istanbul • Santorini • Kefalonia • Messina

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Holiday Details

Cruise Itinerary

October 10 UK to Marseille, France
Depart 18.00
Join the Eurostar service at St Pancras station for the journey to Lille, then onwards by TGV to Marseille. Embark the mv Arion as we set sail on our captivating cruise.

October 11 Olbia, Sardinia
Arrive 13.00, Depart 18.00
We reach the port of Olbia, in Sardinia. Situated on the Costa Smeralda, this beautiful destination is home to wonderful beaches and stunning views of the Mediterranean coast.

October 12 At sea
Relax on board the welcoming Arion as we cruise through the Strait of Messina en route to Greece.

October 13 Katakolon
Arrive 14.30, Depart 20.00
We disembark at the tranquil seaside town of Katakolon, from here you can our optional excursion to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. Here you could explore the Archaeological Museum, a treasure house of Archaic, Classical and Roman sculptures or just soak up the sun. We depart Katakolon this evening.

October 14 Cruise the Corinth
Canal Don’t miss your chance to stand on deck and admire the remarkable Corinth Canal. Connecting the Peloponnese from mainland Greece, this is indeed an engineering marvel.

October 15 Istanbul, Turkey
Arrive 12.30, Depart 23.30
Located at the point where Europe meets Asia, Istanbul is the only city to straggle two continents. Explore for yourself, or see the very best of the city’s cultural and historical landmarks on the optional excursions. Hagia Sophia, St Saviour in Chora, Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque are just some of this city’s glorious highlights.

October 16 At sea
Relax on your ship, taking advantage of the many on-board facilities.

October 17 Santorini, Greece
Arrive 07.00, Depart 11.30
Santorini is home to some truly stunning scenery, with white-washed houses clinging to hillside and fascinating sites of archaeological interest.

October 18 Kefalonia, Greece
Arrive 09.30, Depart 14.00
Famed as the setting for Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, Kefalonia is one of Greece’s most stunning islands.

October 19 Messina, Sicily
Arrive 08.00, Depart 14.30
Known as the “door of Sicily”, the medieval city of Messina has much to discover, with the mighty Mount Etna close by, plus a wealth of other sites of historical and cultural importance.

October 20 At sea
Sit back and relax as we begin our journey back to France.

October 21 Marseille to UK
Arrive 08.00
Back to Marseille, where we disembark. Transfer to the rail station for your TGV service from Marseille to Lille, transfer to the Eurostar and return to London.

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Journey Through The Corinth Canal

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