Cradle of Wonders: Journey to Ancient Empires
- 3 Nights
Athens (Piraeus) to Athens (Piraeus)
Voyage Number #SL261028010
- Cruise starts
- Cruise ends
- Cruise duration
- Ship
- Silver Spirit
Itinerary & Excursions
- 7 Ports
- 2 Countries
From sparkling Aegean islands to the soaring minarets of continent-straddling Istanbul — ten days of adventure center on an overnight in Turkey’s cultural capital, and rendezvous with Greece's iconic islands. Admire the collapsed volcano views and whitewashed style of Santorini and Mykonos and wander through the medieval walls of Rhodes' Palace of the Grand Master. Volos invites you into Argonaut legend, while artsy Thessaloniki is layered with Roman history.
With optional Flight Package
International flights
Airport transfers included with flight purchase
Hotel stays determined by itinerary
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
00:00 - 19:00
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos, Greece
12 Excursions
08:00 - 18:00
Volos, Greece
Volos, Greece
5 Excursions
08:00 - 19:00
Thessaloniki, Greece
Thessaloniki, Greece
9 Excursions
08:00 - 22:00
Day at sea
Day at sea
International Waters
00:00 - 00:00
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey
24 Excursions
07:00 - 00:00
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey
16 Excursions
00:00 - 23:00
Day at sea
Day at sea
International Waters
00:00 - 00:00
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes, Greece
13 Excursions
08:00 - 18:00
Santorini, Greece
Santorini, Greece
15 Excursions
08:00 - 18:30
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
05:00 - 00:00
With optional Flight Package
International flights
Airport transfers included with flight purchase
Hotel stays determined by itinerary
The excursions/expedition activities are provided as a sample of what may be offered on this voyage and are subject to change.
We are constantly updating our shore excursion program with immersive and authentic experiences, so please do not hesitate to review your tour program choice closer to your sail date. We invite guests to visit my.silversea.com for the most updated information.
Expedition voyages only:
When you set off on one of Silversea’s Expedition Cruises you’re going on an adventure. The extreme weather in these remote, rarely-visited regions can be unpredictable, so embrace the unexpected if your planned itinerary and flights change while our Captain and Expedition Leader navigates the best route for your journey at the best time.
We are constantly updating our shore excursion program with immersive and authentic experiences, so please do not hesitate to review your tour program choice closer to your sail date. We invite guests to visit my.silversea.com for the most updated information.
Expedition voyages only:
When you set off on one of Silversea’s Expedition Cruises you’re going on an adventure. The extreme weather in these remote, rarely-visited regions can be unpredictable, so embrace the unexpected if your planned itinerary and flights change while our Captain and Expedition Leader navigates the best route for your journey at the best time.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions
Enhance your voyage with City Stays and Land Programs by Silversea—unique inland experiences that bring you closer to extraordinary places.
UNESCO Sites of Greece
- 3 Nights
Classical Greece
- 3 Nights
Athens: City Stays by Silversea
- 2 Nights
Cradle of Wonders: Journey to Ancient Empires
- 3 Nights
UNESCO Sites of Greece
- 3 Nights
Classical Greece
- 3 Nights
Athens: City Stays by Silversea
- 2 Nights
Hotels
Silversea partners with top hotels to ensure a comfortable stay before and after your cruise.
Hotel Grande Bretagne
Hotel Grande Bretagne
The luxury of choice℠
Catering to individual travel preferences, we are pleased to offer our guests the luxury of choice when selecting the perfect fare.
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Suites
Silversea’s ocean-view suites are some of the most spacious in luxury cruising. All include the services of a butler thanks to the highest service ratio at sea and almost all have a private teak veranda so that you can breathe in the fresh sea air by merely stepping outside your door. Select your suite and Request a Quote. Guests who book early are rewarded with the best fares and ability to select their desired suite.
All-inclusive onboard benefits
Enjoy the 24-hour gourmet dining, butler service, superb entertainment, and premium beverages that Silversea is known for.
STAFF & SERVICES
Butler service for every suite
Personalized service — nearly one crew member for every guest
24-hour in-suite dining
Complementary city center transportation when required by the destination
Port taxes and fees
LEISURE ONBOARD
Multiple restaurants, diverse cuisine, open-seating dining
Unlimited pour of champagne, spirits and up to 50 wines from the Silversea Cellar
Coffee, specialty coffees, and fine teas
Enrichment lectures and onboard entertainment
Unlimited access to fitness center, spa's sauna, steam room, and relaxation areas (according to opening hours)
UTILITIES & AMENITIES
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Onboard gratuities
Ship - Silver Spirit
Silver Spirit® moves with the shared pulse of people, place, and past. And soon, a series of thoughtful enhancements will debut across the ship, elevating it to its truest expression. On board, our award-winning S.A.L.T. culinary program draws each destination to the table, pairing locally inspired dishes with signature cocktails. Ashore, enrichment is guided by the locals who pass on their stories and traditions through cuisine. Between destinations, time is yours in spaces reimagined for your enjoyment . On slow afternoons, stretch out poolside in new cabanas as libations arrive at your side. Find renewal at our cutting-edge fitness center or indulge in restoration at the newly enhanced Zagara Spa.
Ship Details: https://www.silversea.com/ships/silver-spirit.html
