Explora I 19 Night Cruise From Istanbul - September 19, 2025
19 Night An Extended Journey of Greek Myths and Natural Wonders
19 Night round trip cruise departs from Istanbul on Friday September 19, 2025. The 19 day cruise ends with the arrival of Explora I back in Istanbul on Wednesday October 8, 2025.
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Ports of Call
Santorini, Greece
The cruise port for the Greek island of Santorini is at the bottom of a cliff adjacent to the town of Fira (aka Thira). You can get up to town via cable car, donkey ride or 600 steps.
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes is an ancient port city at the northern tip of the island of the same name. Rhodes, the largest of the Dodecanese islands, is only 13 miles off the southwest coast of Turkey and 270 miles southeast of Athens.
Piraeus, Greece
Piraeus is a Greek port city and part of the Athens metropolitan area. The Hellenic Naval Academy is located adjacent to the Piraeus cruise terminal.
Mykonos, Greece
This popular resort island is close to the mid-point between Greece and Turkey. Lots to offer for history buffs and fans of sun and fun.
Departure Port: Galataport Cruise Terminal
Directions: Google Maps - Apple Maps
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