11 nightsFrom Athens (Piraeus), Greece9 ports of call
11-Day Greek Isles: Egypt & the Holy Land
Holland America Line · Nieuw Amsterdam
Overview
A 11-night voyage aboard Nieuw Amsterdam, departing Athens (Piraeus), Greece on 1 Oct 2028 and returning to the same port, calling at 9 destinations along the way.
Athens (Piraeus), GreeceAlexandria, EgyptHaifaAshdod, IsraelLimassolAntalyaBodrumMykonosAthens (Piraeus), Greece
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Itinerary
11 nights · 12 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Piraeus (Athens), GreeceEmbark
1 Oct 2028Depart 17:00No modern metropolis is more steeped in myth than Athens, Greece. From the gritty port of Piraeus—gateway to Greece’s fabled isles—to the Parthenon—eternal symbol of Western civilization—Athens has attracted adventurers and classicists for centuries. This heritage is still very much alive for modern visitors sightseeing in Athens: ancient stadiums and temples dwell alongside apartment blocks, modern performances are staged in the marble amphitheaters where Greek drama was born and millennia-old monuments are scattered in the archaeological park that circles the Acropolis.
One of the world’s oldest maritime powers, Athens is blessed with a balmy climate and stunning coastline. The seaside suburbs of Athens are scalloped with sandy beaches, fancy yacht clubs and glamorous beach bars. While the Athenian lifestyle is known for late-night dinners and dancing until dawn, the city shines brightly by day in the bustling markets, lively cafés and fascinating museums that illuminate Greece's past and present. Contemplate the magnitude of all that culture and ancient tourist attractions while marveling at the sun setting into the Aegean or rising over the Acropolis. - 2
Day 2 ·At Sea
2 Oct 2028 - 3
Day 3 ·Alexandria
3 Oct 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 23:59Haggle for handcrafted jewelry in Khan el-Khalili, Cairo’s giant souk. Hear the call to prayer. Venture out to Giza, where the iconic pyramids and sphynx testify to the glory that was ancient Egypt. - 4
Day 4 ·At Sea
4 Oct 2028 - 5
Day 5 ·Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel
5 Oct 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 23:59From this port on the slopes of Mt. Carmel travel to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. And visit the land of miracles--Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha. - 6
Day 6 ·Ashdod (Jerusalem)
6 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Jerusalem is one of the world’s most fabled cities, with an extraordinary history. Travelers today can’t help but be struck by the overwhelming sense of antiquity and the powerful feeling of being in the midst of more than 26 centuries of civilization. At countless sites, the city’s layers are peeled away and exposed.
The spiritual heart of Judaism, the Western Wall is the last remnant of the Temple of Jerusalem. For Christian travelers—or those interested in the early days of Christianity—visiting the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem and the Garden of Gethsemane are unforgettable experiences. For the third great monotheistic religion, Islam, Jerusalem is also a holy city. The Al Aqsa Mosque, the third most important holy site of that faith, is located on the Temple Mount, the holiest site of Judaism.
Much of the magic of Jerusalem, however, is that it’s also a living vibrant city. As you make your way to its landmarks, you’ll pass through neighborhoods bustling with Israelis, Palestinians and travelers and pilgrims from every corner of the globe. William Faulkner’s famous phrase, “The past isn’t dead. It isn’t even past,” describes the experience of Jerusalem perfectly as it continues its role as a unique cultural crossroads to this day. - 7
Day 7 ·Limassol
7 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00On the island's south coast, Limassol is very much in the Greek sector of Cyprus. Nearby crusaders' castles, Greco-Roman ruins, olive groves and vineyards all speak to a lifestyle that is intrinsically Hellenic, and wizened lacemakers weave the traditions of their ancestors into their detailed work. - 8
Day 8 ·Antalya
8 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00The area around Antalya is a living tribute to those who have shaped it over the course of millennia-to the Greeks who left mosaics, sculptures and coins minted with the image of Artemis in their wake; to the Romans, whose Aspendos amphitheatre and aqueducts are thought to be the finest in the Mediterranean; and to the Ottomans who came later to build their distinctive mansions along the narrow streets. - 9
Day 9 ·At Sea
9 Oct 2028 - 10
Day 10 ·Bodrum
10 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Stones from the Tomb of Helicarnassus, one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World, were used to build the castle at Bodrum. For this reason alone you must visit the impressive towers and appreciate the stunning views they offer. A truly authentic Turkish experience is a ride in a "gulet" one of the region's typical wooden boats. - 11
Day 11 ·Mykonos
11 Oct 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Informality rules on this sunny isle where pleasure-seekers from around the world come to play. Ramble along narrow streets past white-washed houses and blue-domed churches, bouganvillea-covered walls and thread-like, step-laden footpaths leading everywhere. - 12
Day 12 ·Piraeus (Athens), GreeceDisembark
12 Oct 2028Arrive 07:00No modern metropolis is more steeped in myth than Athens, Greece. From the gritty port of Piraeus—gateway to Greece’s fabled isles—to the Parthenon—eternal symbol of Western civilization—Athens has attracted adventurers and classicists for centuries. This heritage is still very much alive for modern visitors sightseeing in Athens: ancient stadiums and temples dwell alongside apartment blocks, modern performances are staged in the marble amphitheaters where Greek drama was born and millennia-old monuments are scattered in the archaeological park that circles the Acropolis.
One of the world’s oldest maritime powers, Athens is blessed with a balmy climate and stunning coastline. The seaside suburbs of Athens are scalloped with sandy beaches, fancy yacht clubs and glamorous beach bars. While the Athenian lifestyle is known for late-night dinners and dancing until dawn, the city shines brightly by day in the bustling markets, lively cafés and fascinating museums that illuminate Greece's past and present. Contemplate the magnitude of all that culture and ancient tourist attractions while marveling at the sun setting into the Aegean or rising over the Acropolis.
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