Day 1 - Saturday - Apr 26, 2025
| Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece |
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| Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece |
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Your Mediterranean cruise begins in the bustling capital of Greece, Athens, where you'll be transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht to embark on a tour of intriguing cities and extraordinary coastlines. Please book your flight to arrive into Athens prior to 6 PM.
Day 2 - Sunday - Apr 27, 2025
| Cruising the Corinth Canal, Greece |
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It's time to pass through the 19th-century Corinth Canal, a narrow waterway that crosses the isthmus of Corinth in Greece. Sail to the small port of Itea, then embark on a journey to the archeological site of Delphi, regarded by the Ancient Greeks as the center of the world.
Day 3 - Monday - Apr 28, 2025
Known as the 'Caribbean of Greece', Lefkada is connected to the mainland by a narrow bridge, making it one of the few islands here reachable by car. One of the most fascinating places in Lefkada is the Castle of Agia Mavra, dating to the 14th century and built to protect Lefkada from invasions.
Day 4 - Tuesday - Apr 29, 2025
Parga, across from Corfu on mainland Greece, has a carefree holiday atmosphere. Enjoy the sunshine on one of the many beaches, explore traditional Greek villages, and marvel at the 11th-century castle, which offers an incredible bird's-eye view of the resort town and coastline.
Day 5 - Wednesday - Apr 30, 2025
This idyllic island is dotted with whitewashed houses, olive trees, and edged with glimmering turquoise waters. The picturesque Old Town of Corfu has a rich history and magnificent architecture displaying Renaissance and Baroque influences. Explore fishing villages, swim in crystal-blue waters, and visit the largest square in Greece, the Spianada.
Day 6 - Thursday - May 1, 2025
It's time to rise early in the morning and leave Corfu for Sarande, a popular coastal town perched on a crescent-shaped bay in Albania. The once sleepy fishing village has a bustling seaside promenade, pebbled beaches, and ancient ruins with intricate mosaics and historical artefacts.
Day 7 - Friday - May 2, 2025
Enveloped by medieval walls, the fortified city of Kotor is a place of ancient history and modern culture. Nestled between imposing mountains and the Adriatic Sea, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed setting has Venetian palaces, cobblestone lanes, and cafe-hemmed squares. As the sun is setting, it's time to sail to the city of Dubrovnik. Today choose between an EmeraldACTIVE or DiscoverMORE option.
Day 8 - Saturday - May 3, 2025
Day 9 - Sunday - May 4, 2025
Dubrovnik, known as the 'Pearl of the Adriatic', is a compelling city on Croatia's Dalmatian coast. With its medieval city walls and breathtaking views of terracotta rooftops and the Adriatic Sea, it offers the perfect blend of cultural exploration and a beach holiday.
Day 10 - Monday - May 5, 2025
Croatia's second-largest city, Split, is visually stunning and rich with culture, history, and architecture. Take a stroll along the Riva past beautiful terraces, palm trees, and busy eateries with harbor views. Diocletian's Palace, built in the 4th century AD, dominates the city center and houses a myriad of buzzing bars and cafes.
Day 11 - Tuesday - May 6, 2025
Get ready to set sail in the morning from Split to Zadar. A historic city set on a peninsula, Zadar boasts relics from various eras. Explore the churches, Roman ruins, and unique modern attractions: the Sun Salutation and Sea Organ, which are inventive sound-, surf-, and sun-activated art pieces.
Day 12 - Wednesday - May 7, 2025
On the western peninsula of Croatia, southwest of the city of Rijeka, is Opatija, with alluring views across the Adriatic towards the Kvarner Islands and the distant Istrian mountains. Known as the Nice of Croatia, Opatija has lovely seaside promenades and fairy-tale villas.
Day 13 - Thursday - May 8, 2025
Piran is a pretty town of red-tiled, white-washed buildings clustered on the tip of the Piran peninsula. Part of the Venetian empire from the late 13th century to the end of the 18th century, it's esteemed for its Gothic-style Venetian architecture.
Day 14 - Friday - May 9, 2025
Venice is an enchanting city that exudes an atmosphere not found anywhere else in the world. Established in the 5th century, the city stretches across 118 small islands in the marshy Venetian Lagoon along the Adriatic. Admire the grandeur of the canals and see St. Mark's Basilica.
Day 15 - Saturday - May 10, 2025
Your Emerald Cruises voyage concludes in the grand, historic city of Venice. From the yacht, you will be transferred to the airport for your journey home or to continue your holiday. Please book your flight to depart out of Venice after 11 AM.; Note: Please verify with the shore excursion manager onboard whether a DiscoverMORE tour is available on disembarkation day.
