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A Greek & Turkiye Odyssey
with Explora Journeys
Explore myths, legends and the relics of long-gone civilisations. Hop between two cities that wear their epic past on their sleeves, stopping at islands and picture-postcard ports as you go.
Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys feels more like an upscale land-based hotel with every detail carefully curated inviting you to discover your ‘Ocean State of Mind’. Explora Journeys have a team of hosts from the world’s finest hotels to bring their expertise and set a new standard at sea.
Explora II
The spacious suites on EXPLORA II are refined but oh-so comfy and each has a private sun terrace where you can while away lazy moments. There are more dining experiences than days of the week, 12 bars and lounges, four pools and nearly a thousand square metres dedicated to wellness and fitness. And all this for just 922 guests.
Itinerary overview
Days 1 to 3
Athens, Greece
Begin your cultural getaway with a few nights in Athens, where boutique- and restaurant-lined str...
Day 4
Athens, Greece
Make your way to the port and board the Explora II, your high-end home for the week.
Day 5
Nafplio, Greece
The Peloponnese Peninsula town of Nafplio, with its cliff-clinging fortress and Old Town historic...
Day 6
Paros, Greece
Hop over to the Cycladic island of Paros where White-washed cube buildings spill down to bijou ha...
Day 7
Skiathos, Greece
Go from the Cyclades to the Sporades and see the distinct difference between the two island clust...
Day 8
Volos, Greece
It’s time to head back to mainland Greece, this time it’s the Pelion peninsula and the city of Vo...
Day 9
Kusadasi, Türkiye
A new day and a new country. You’ll dock in Kusadasi, the gateway to Turkiye’s most incredible Gr...
Day 10
At sea
Make the most of the superyacht energy as you make your way to Istanbul, sailing through the Dard...
Days 11 to 13
Istanbul, Türkiye
As you sail into Istanbul, your journey may be nearing its end but there’s still time to enjoy th...
Days 1 to 3
Athens, Greece
Begin your cultural getaway with a few nights in Athens, where boutique- and restaurant-lined streets sit in the shadow of some of the most iconic ruins on Earth. We’ve picked a hotel in the heart of the city, the Grecotel Pallas Athena, so each day can be solely dedicated to packing as much in as many sights and taverna visitsas possible.
Day 4
Athens, Greece
Make your way to the port and board the Explora II, your high-end home for the week.
Day 5
Nafplio, Greece
The Peloponnese Peninsula town of Nafplio, with its cliff-clinging fortress and Old Town historic mix-and-match architectural styles, is the first stop on this unforgettable journey.
Day 6
Paros, Greece
Hop over to the Cycladic island of Paros where White-washed cube buildings spill down to bijou harbours and streets are lined with bakeries selling baklava and cakes dripping in honey.
Day 7
Skiathos, Greece
Go from the Cyclades to the Sporades and see the distinct difference between the two island clusters. Skiathos and its fellow islands have a slower pace, greener landscapes and with a more local vibe.
Day 8
Volos, Greece
It’s time to head back to mainland Greece, this time it’s the Pelion peninsula and the city of Volos. Delve deep into the Jason of the Argonaut and Centaur legends, find deserted beaches or follow donkey trails between impossibly beautiful villages.
Day 9
Kusadasi, Türkiye
A new day and a new country. You’ll dock in Kusadasi, the gateway to Turkiye’s most incredible Greek-meets-Roman ruins: Ephesus.
Day 10
At sea
Make the most of the superyacht energy as you make your way to Istanbul, sailing through the Dardanelles Strait.
Days 11 to 13
Istanbul, Türkiye
As you sail into Istanbul, your journey may be nearing its end but there’s still time to enjoy those last few days in full holiday mode. You’ll have the perfect amount of time to see the main sights of Türkiye’s continent-spanning metropolis. The Ottoman-influenced CVK Park Bosphorus is our pick of hotels on this holiday because if its five-star status, strait views and easy access to the metro system.
Day 14
Istanbul, Türkiye
The odyssey ends as you head to the airport.
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