Sail the azure waters of the southeastern Aegean Sea, from Kuşadasi to Bodrum in Turkey, and onward to explore a number of the stunning Greek islands including Rhodes, Amorgos and Mykonos.
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1 Depart the USA
Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Athens, Greece.
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2 Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Upon your arrival in Athens, you’ll board your spectacular super yacht,
Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise. The Greek capital,
Athens, was the heart of Ancient Greece, the remnants of which have
been beautifully preserved, namely the Acropolis.
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3 Patmos
In the north of Greece’s Dodecanese Islands, the Aegean island of Patmos
is known for being sacred as the place where Saint John wrote the Book
of Revelation. A wonderful stop for those inspired by nature, architecture,
history or, simply, sun-worshippers.
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4 Kuşadasi, Turkey
This beach resort town on Turkey’s west coast dates back to 3000 BC
and is now a busy cruise port, with a renowned nightlife. Home to a
small Byzantine castle, the Grand Bazaar selling the wares of numerous
merchants, and much in the way of monuments to the past.
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5 Bodrum
Reaching from Turkey’s southwest coast into the Aegean Sea, the
stunning twin bays of Bodrum are home to one of the Seven Wonders of
the World, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, built between 350 and 353
BC for Mausolus. While being historic, the city is a playground for Turkish
and foreign visitors alike, with two contrasting sides, east and west.
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6 Rhodes, Greece
The capital of the Dodecanese Islands, Rhodes seemingly has it all. Lush
green valleys, golden beaches and archaeological sites. Known as the
Island of the Knights, the medieval city is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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7 Amorgos
The furthest eastern island of the Cyclades group, Amorgos is a secret,
untouched hideaway where unique natural landscapes are dotted with
Cycladic architecture, beautiful beaches welcome relaxation and hiking
trails awaken the adventurer in you.
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8 Mykonos
Named after Apollo’s grandson, this cosmopolitan Greek island in the
heart of the Cyclades is built on myth and legend. Clear blue skies,
renowned beaches and whitewash windmills make it the perfect
port stop.
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9 Athens (Piraeus)
Today you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport
for your return flight home.