Cradle of Wonders: Journey to Ancient Empires
- 3 Nights
Athens (Piraeus) to Athens (Piraeus)
Voyage Number #SN260913007
- Cruise starts
- Cruise ends
- Cruise duration
- Ship
- Silver Nova
Itinerary & Excursions
- 7 Ports
- 2 Countries
Extend your summer with this love letter to sun, sea, and island beauty. Fascinating history, clashing civilizations, and captivating landscapes take center stage as we sail from Athens. Discover the port of ancient Sparta and legends of Olympic scale, followed by Crete’s rugged landscapes and Santorini’s romantic allure. Encounter the Turkish coastline before arriving at the serene island of Patmos, a place of peaceful pilgrimage and biblical 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
Gythion, Greece
Gythion, Greece
4 Excursions
08:00 - 17:30
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
10 Excursions
08:00 - 17:00
Souda Bay (Crete), Greece
Souda Bay (Crete), Greece
15 Excursions
09:00 - 19:00
Santorini, Greece
Santorini, Greece
15 Excursions
08:00 - 21:30
Bodrum, Turkey
Bodrum, Turkey
11 Excursions
08:00 - 22:00
Patmos, Greece
Patmos, Greece
11 Excursions
08:00 - 18:00
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 Nova
Transcend horizons on board Silver Nova, the ship that launched Nova Class and a new era of global travel. Bold, asymmetrical architecture frames sweeping views of sea, sky, and shore. Savor unrivaled culinary variety across eight restaurants, including venues and experiences in the celebrated S.A.L.T. program. Find social time in ten diversely themed bars and lounges. Retreat to your sanctuary at sea, where spacious suites and private glass balconies overlook destinations worldwide. And unwind at the largest pool deck in the fleet or relax in pure serenity at the Otium Spa. With a bold new perspective, Silver Nova charts your true north — illuminating a path to rare experiences and timeless beauty across the seas.
Ship Details: https://www.silversea.com/ships/silver-nova.html
