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GNTO President Charalambos Karimalis; Rhapsody Travel’s George Paliouras and George Siokas.

Athens -based tour operator  Rhapsody Travel has been included in the Best Performing Companies for 2018 at the 2nd Treasures of Greek Tourism Awards , which was recently held at the Radisson Blu Park Hotel in the Greek capital.

Organized by New Times Publishing , the awards recognize hotels, travel agencies, regions, tourism destinations, conference centers and business initiatives, based on their financial performance and contribution to Greek tourism. Some 1,500 nominations were submitted this year.

“This award came just before celebrating 20 years of presence in Greece’s and Eastern Mediterranean’s tourism industry. We are ready to set new standards of high performance and creativity in our especially designed tours for cruise passengers,” Paliouras said.

Rhapsody Travel is an international tour operator specializing in quality excursions and shore-side activities for cruise ship passengers. With headquarters in Athens and offices in all major Greek islands, Cyprus and Egypt, Rhapsody operates in eleven countries with expert multinational and multilingual staff.

“In 2018, we operated tours for more than 1,100 cruise ship calls. We keep our customers’ satisfaction at the highest level, and this gives us confidence for the future. We are committed to further enriching our gusts’ experience, while embracing more sustainable practices,” he added.

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“A large part of the company’s success belongs to our employees, directors and the hundreds of Rhapsody Travel associates throughout Greece. We take this opportunity to thank all the cruise lines that have trusted Rhapsody over the past two decades,” the company’s Director of Product Development, George Siokas , said.

Rhapsody Travel is a gold member of the Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) , as well as a member of the Hellenic Association of Cruise Ship and Cruise Ship Operators; the Hellenic Association of Travel and Tourist Agencies (HATTA) , and the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) .

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Athenian Rhapsody: the Perfect City Break

In ancient greece, a rhapsody was a part of a poem suitable in length for recitation at one time. is three days enough of athens for sarah bailey.

By Sarah Bailey | January 26th, 2022

Don’t get me wrong, the splendor of nature has given me much solace and joy on my travels throughout the last 24 months. However, I have a confession to make: there are few things that make me feel more alive than exploring a foreign city by myself… and boy, have I missed it! 

For my much-yearned-for trip to Athens, I was keen to find the perfect bolt hole – something characterful, a little decadent; but also homey enough to allow me to indulge in the fantasy that this is my life and I do have a chic little apartment on the borders of Kolonaki and Exarchia, in a storied, elegant townhouse, where John Lennon and Yoko Ono once stayed in the late 1960s… Allow me to introduce you to Monsieur Didot .

This glorious six-room boutique hotel, where a century-old sweeping staircase of polished wood welcomes you inside the building’s original plaster pink walls, has been meticulously and sensitively restored by best friends and owners Natalia Georgopoulou and Margarita Papaioannou. Each room is exquisitely decorated, riffing on the building’s links to the world of writing, poetry and song. I stayed in “The Sonnet,” where inky blue walls set off shelves of carefully selected vintage books (in Greek and English), interesting artworks and pleasingly organic-shaped, sculptural ceramic bowls, cups and other essentials. Service is attentive, but light-touch: breakfast (creamy Greek yogurts, wholesome cereals, eggs and coffee) comes delivered to your room on a little tray, looking so stylish it could be a page torn from an interior design magazine. Oh, did I mention that the name “Didot’ is an homage to the neoclassical typeface created in the 19th century, which is indeed the very font that Vogue magazine uses for its logo? Really, is it any wonder that I loved it so…?

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The neighborhood’s strong ties with bohemian intelligentsia and bookishness is exhilarating and everywhere to behold, with independent bookshops seemingly on every corner. Before I embarked on my trip, my next door neighbor in London (a Greek intellectual) told me that his late mother, a leading Greek feminist by the name of Eleni Pambouki , once ran a bookshop at No. 38 Sina Street (just a few doors down from Monsieur Didot). This was the first feminist bookshop, selling women’s literature and books for children, and the setting for many feminist gatherings and debate.

I make a pilgrimage to the address; sadly, the bookshop is no longer there. But across the road, I am thrilled to discover the bookstore of the publishing house Melissa , and particularly their collection of boldly graphic Art Deco/Futurist illustrated books for children (in Greek and English). I buy one about the Griffin for my youngest son.

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As I weave through the bohemian streets of Exarchia, I take in the dynamic collision of old and new among the mélange of antiques shops , hipster boutiques , coffee joints , barber shops and independent galleries . I like the street-inspired menswear and skateboarder vibes of Playroom , where I buy a cool oversized T-shirt from the selection of ironic dusty pastel sportswear for my eldest boy. 

Another gem of a boutique is the quirky concept store – It’s all, oh so souvenir to me! at 44 Sina Street, where hipster humor meets the contemporary craft movement and where you can buy fabulous feminist “Rosie the Riveter’ earrings.” Do I snag myself a pair? Hell, yes. 

Potentially more dangerous to my bank balance is Rodios Industrial ,  a thrilling vintage emporium that reflects the discerning eye of Fiona Rodios (daughter of antique dealer Constantine Rodios) specializing in items from the 1960s to ’90s – a fizzy blend of Pop Art exuberance, mixed with industrial chic.

“ Kolonaki is the place. My shop is the poin t” read the words chalked onto the blackboard paint of the ceiling, and I’m inclined to agree! While I’m contemplating the wisdom of shipping an original Tolix chair back to London, I know it’s time to seek out a coffee and head to Samba Coffee Roasters , a java joint recommended to me by colleagues . I order an flat white with oat milk. Frankly, dear readers, it is sublime.

My Sina Street base is perfect for venturing further afield to experience the historic glories of the city by foot (as long as you pack your thick-soled walking shoes – the pavements are steep and bumpy). And so, the next morning, I rise early to walk to the Acropolis as the city starts to awake, threading in and out of the darting scooters as I stride forth.

My walk takes around 30 minutes; or it would have done, had I not been distracted by the busy hum of pavement cafés, the clusters of people at newspaper kiosks, and then the orange trees and pastel doorways as my route gives way to picturesque tavernas and color-washed cottages on my vertiginous climb to the citadel. It is utterly magical to be up here, taking in the panorama of the city in the morning light. From the Sacred Rock, I climb down to the Acropolis Museum . In the winter, the museum hours are Monday to Thursday 09:00-17:00, Friday 09:00-22:00 and weekends 09:00-20:00. But I can’t help dreaming about planning a return visit to coincide with the August full moon, when the museum stays open until midnight.

I am a Modern Art fanatic and, as I traverse winding streets back into the city, curator friends ping me with their recommendations. I love the bold, cartoonish swagger of the (Hypebeast-approved) exhibition program at Allouche Benias , but for an hour or so of refined, soul-lifting artistic enrichment in the company of works by some of the world’s most famous modern masters, a visit to the Picassos and the Cézannes at the Basile and Elise Goulandris Foundation  cannot be equalled.

For an exhilarating experience of contemporary art and monumental modernist architecture, catch the Metro to Piraeus 138 Benaki Museum . The cool urban extension of the Benaki Museum is the perfect venue to round off a busy day as a culture vulture, taking in a photography show and then dissecting it over a cocktail between the sharp lines of the museum’s vast courtyard, in the company of the black-clad downtown art crowd.

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Dinner, you say? On my first night, I dine at the famous Athenee , the 1939 landmark restaurant, where fashion editors eat brunch on Sundays (along with the rest of the Athens chic set). By night, the spirit of fabulous diners of yore, such as Melina Mercouri and Sophia Loren, as well as the swinging suppertime jazz, gives the sumptuous menu and clubby interior an air of irresistible old-school glamour. On my second night, I stay closer to my home-away-from-home and dine at the cozy, scrubbed-table neighborhood trattoria Capanna  where plates of farm-fresh antipasti and simple, just-so pasta bowls are the order of the day. Oh, and I indulge in a tiramisu , dusted in bitter chocolate, that is so delicious it should probably be illegal. 

It feels like my Athenian adventure has only just begun. Monsieur Didot – I will be back!

Sarah Bailey is a writer, podcast host, and International Editor-at-Large at Vogue Greece.

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Experience luxury as you discover Athens and the stunning islands of Mykonos and Santorini. This special vacation package promises simplicity and charm, creating unforgettable memories in beautiful destinations.

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• 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Santorini Island
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DAY 1 ATHENS / SANTORINI

Upon arrival in Athens, you will transition to a connecting flight to Santorini. Upon landing in Santorini, you will be met with a driver who will greet you and ensure a smooth transfer to your hotel.

DAY 2 SEMI PRIVATE SUNSET CATAMARAN CRUISE

Morning free to explore the island. In the afternoon join the 5 hour semi-private catamaran sunset cruise along the caldera. Whilst taking in the striking landscape of the Santorinian sunset you can also enjoy swimming, sunbathing and snorkeling in private bays like the famous volcanic hot springs. Satisfy your appetite with famous Greek dishes, enjoy a rich barbecue on board, with fresh seafood and taste not only our culinary skills but also the history of Santorini which will amaze you and the cultural diversity which will intrigue you.

DAY 3 SANTORINI AT LEISURE

Embrace the laid-back charm of Santorini, where the sun’s warm embrace invites you to bask in its golden glow. Gaze at the breathtaking landscapes as the Aegean Sea and rugged volcanic terrain create a picture of pure serenity. Explore charming villages with whitewashed houses, vibrant blue domes, and experience the world’s most romantic sunset—a spectacle of fiery oranges and crimson reds that will leave you breathless.

DAY 4 SANTORINI / MYKONOS

At the indicated time you will be transferred to the port for your high speed boat ride to Mykonos. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

DAY 5 DELOS HALF DAY GROUP TOUR

Only a 45 minute boat ride away from Mykonos, Delos was the centre of the Cyclades of the ancient world, the island of light, birthplace of Apollon and Artemis, home to the first multicultural civilization and trade. There is a lot to see: having been inhabited between 2500 and 69 B.C. Delos boasts of many treasures remaining from these rimes like the ancient market place Agora, the famous terrace of the Naxos lions, the holy lake, the ancients living quarters and the theatre that gives you a lively vision of the daily life then; especially the houses of Dionysos, Kleopatra, the Trident, the Masks, the Dolphins with their mosaics are a fantastic experience of art not to be missed. Furthermore there is the Temple of Isis, the Egyptian goddess, the Roman water system and cisterns and the wonderful museum with plenty of breathtaking mosaics, statues and many more objects found during the excavations.

DAY 6 MYKONOS AT LEISURE

Wander through the sun-kissed streets of Mykonos, an island that effortlessly harmonizes cosmopolitan vibrancy with traditional serenity. Explore the labyrinthine alleyways of Chora, where whitewashed buildings and vibrant bougainvillea create a stunning canvas. Admire the iconic windmills, their silhouettes etching against the cerulean sky, a timeless testament to Mykonos’s rich heritage. Immerse yourself in the island’s vibrant nightlife, where the rhythm of the Aegean Sea weaves through the pulsating clubs and bars. Savor the culinary delights of Mykonos, indulging in fresh seafood at cozy tavernas or indulging in traditional sweets. Let the island’s unique charm envelop you, its blend of cosmopolitan energy and traditional allure leaving an indelible mark on your soul.

DAY 7 MYKONOS / ATHENS

At the indicated time you will be transferred to the port for your high speed ferry to Athens. Upon arrival in Athens you will be transferred to your hotel.

DAY 8 ATHENS GUIDED CITY PRIVATE TOUR

Morning sightseeing tour of Athens. The striking contrast between breathtaking monuments of a glorious past and modern elegant structures is what you will enjoy during your tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis,the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium(site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), the Tomb of the unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square. See views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, National Library. In contrast, conclude your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis museum, a marvel of architecture with a full exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens. Afternoon at leisure.

DAY 9 ATHENS / AIRPORT

According to your departure flight, you will be transferred to the airport, marking the conclusion of our services.

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The allure of the Cyclades will make your fall in love with this  vacation package in Greece . Explore the history and culture of Athens. Immerse yourself in the spectacular landscapes of  Milos , with its cliff diving and turquoise waters, the off beaten path feel and cuisine of Naxos and the relaxation and romance of Santorini.

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Day 1: Arrive in Athens Day 2: Half day city tour of Athens including the New Acropolis Museum Day 3: Athens to Mykonos by Regular Ferry Day 4: Free Day in Mykonos Day 5: Mykonos to Santorini by High Speed Ferry Day 6: Free Day in Santorini Day 7: Santorini to Crete by High Speed Ferry Day 8: Free Day in Crete Day 9: Free Day in Crete Day 10: Crete to Athens Airport by Flight & Departure

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Take a look inside the two cultures that unanimously shaped western civilization. Walkthrough the backdrops of ancient mythology and in the footsteps of emperors as you make your way through Italy and Greece’s most iconic cities and legendary landscapes. Begin in the city known as the “cradle of democracy” – Athens. Then sail away for some sun and fun in the Greek islands. Explore the islands on your own or take a shore excursion. Rome is one of the world’s most photogenic cities – not surprising when you remember what you will find here– the Vatican, the Coliseum, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, St. Peter’s Square and Spanish Steps. To complete your trip, spend two nights in the capital city of Tuscany – Florence – with its abundance of cultural sites and some of the most incredible collections of paintings known to man.

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• All transfers in Greece and Italy as per itinerary.
• Hotel taxes and service charges.
• Porterage of one suitcase per person.
• Orientation by Homeric Tours representative.
• 24/7 Support from a Homeric representative.
• USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program.

Note: In Italy entrance fees to Museums and Monuments are not included, unless it is noted. Rome and Sorrento city tax is not included and must be paid locally to the hotels.

Dates & Prices

DOUBLE PRICES

Mediterranean Rhapsody - DOUBLE PRICES (Land Only)

SINGLE PRICES

Mediterranean Rhapsody - SINGLE PRICES (Land Only)

• Hotel Address:Leof. Vasileos Georgiou 2 (Syntagma Square), Athens 105 64, Greece Phone:+30 210 33 400, Fax:+30 212 35856,
• Hotel Address:Michalakopoulou 57, 115 28 , ATHENS - Greece Phone:+30 2107240860, Fax:+30 2107213965,

Sorrento, Italy

• Hotel Address:Corso Italia, 275, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy Phone:+39 081 878 4844,
• Hotel Address:Via Emanuele Filiberto 173, Rome Phone:+3906770121 ,
• Hotel Address:Via Principe Amedeo 5/B - 00185 Phone:+39 06 476811,
• Hotel Address:Via Cavour 213, Rome, RM, 184 Phone:+39 06 4814927,
• Hotel Address:Via degli Aranci, 108, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy Phone:+39 081 878 2700,
• Hotel Address:Via Nastro Verde, 7, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy Phone:+39 081 878 2645,

Brochure Name:

GREECE 2024

Mediterranean Rhapsody Tour Page:

Important tour info, travel insurance.

Prepare for the Unexpected

Homeric Tours highly recommends that all our passengers purchase travel insurance. We offer a cost-effective, comprehensive insurance plan that protects you in cases such as having to cancel your trip for medical reasons, leaving your trip early due to an emergency, getting reimbursed in case your baggage arrives late, and so on. We offer two separate plans: one for passengers who purchase only air tickets from us and the other for passengers who purchase land-only services (hotels, cruises, transfers, etc.) or land-and-air packages.

TRAVEL TIPS – GREECE & ITALY

Package rules – mediterranean rhapsody.

• The flight between Naples and Athens is additional (airfare will be determined at the time of the reservation).
• Port taxes and ship gratuities of $199 are additional.
• Rome and Sorrento city tax is not included and must be paid locally to the hotels.
• A Greece(accommodation)tax of up to 4 euros per person per night is additional and will need to be paid directly to the hotel upon check-out.
• Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Triple occupancy and children prices are available upon request.
• Hotels featured above may be substituted according to the availability.
• Homeric Tours can provide competitive airfares from USA in conjuction with your tour request.
• Tours can be extended as desired, please inquire directly.

INCLUDED FEATURES INFO – Mediterranean Rhapsody

Note: In Italy entrance fees to Museums and Monuments are not included, unless it is noted. Rome and Sorrento city taxe is not included and must be paid locally to the hotels.

BOOKING INFO – Mediterranean Rhapsody

You must choose a flight that departs Athens at 11:00am or later in order to connect from the cruise to your flight home.

Homeric Tours will provide affordable airfare from USA in conjuction with the tour upon request

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