7 nights. Montenegro, Greece

Day 1

venice (ravenna) - italy

Departure: 17:00

Ravenna is the capital city of the Province of Ravenna. The city was the heart of the Byzantine Exarchate of Ravenna until the invasion of the Franks in 751, after which it became the seat of the Kingdom of the Lombards. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTION • Basilica of Sant' Apollinare Nuovo - explore the entire building and its stunning mosaics. If you're a fan of ancient churches and intriguing architecture, this is a must-visit. • For those interested in historical figures, the city also houses Dante's Tomb. • Sant' Apollinare in Classe, it is renowned for its extraordinary mosaics. • Basilica of San Vitale is filled with mosaics and is considered a significant monument in Western art history. • Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.

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Day 2

kotor, montenegro

Arrival: 00:00 - Departure: 20:00

Kotor is a coastal city in Montenegro, nestled in a secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor. It sits on the Bay of Kotor (Boka Kotorska), one of the most indented areas of the Adriatic Sea. Along with the nearly vertical limestone cliffs of Orjen and Lovćen, Kotor and its surrounding region create a stunning and picturesque Mediterranean landscape. Kotor is included in the World Heritage Site known as the Natural and Culturo-Historical Region of Kotor. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Old Town. The Old Town is the most renowned part of Kotor, where the city's history, culture, and traditions are preserved. This is complemented by a multitude of narrow streets, squares, and markets. The main and largest square is Trg od oruzja (Square of Arms). Today, Kotor's old town is considered the best preserved medieval urban area in the Mediterranean. • Maritime Museum. The Maritime Museum holds the memories of the city's long history of sailing, the achievements of Kotor's famous seamen, artists, shipbuilders, craftsmen, statesmen, and diplomats, who served as intermediaries between the west and east. The museum is located in the baroque palace Grgurin. • The Island Gospa od Skrpjela. The Island Gospa od Skrpjela is one of two beautiful islands in Kotor Bay, located across from Perast in the bay. It is also known as "the island of the dead captains". The Island Gospa od Skrpjela is a man-made island, created by seamen from Perast and Kotor, who brought in large boulders on their large sailboats.

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Day 4

athens (piraeus), greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

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Day 5

santorini, greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Created by a massive volcanic eruption that is believed to have inspired the legend of Atlantis, Santorini is the most visually stunning island in the Aegean Sea. The island is essentially the outer edge of a submerged volcano, with its entire eastern coast consisting of a series of small towns situated on tall hills. Fira, the island's dramatically located capital, is perched on the cliffs overlooking the sea. Fira, along with the Parthenon, is one of the most recognized images of Greece. Its narrow streets are filled with souvenir shops, charming boutiques, and numerous jewelry stores. It is home to two beautiful churches, the Greek Orthodox and the Catholic Cathedral of St John the Baptist, as well as a small local museum. Fira also boasts a vibrant nightlife, with excellent restaurants and bars, and a few nightclubs. The city itself is a spectacle, especially at sunset. Another great spot to watch the sunset is the town of Ia, a small village perched on the rocky point of land at the northern tip of the island, 300m above the sea. The beaches in Santorini are unique compared to other Greek beaches due to their distinctive geographical features. Red and black volcanic pebbles cover the shores of Santorini's beaches, and steep cliffs create a scenic atmosphere. The most famous of these beaches is the Red beach, while Perissa, Kamari, and Perivolos are also very popular. Santorini is a truly magnificent destination. The placement of some of its main towns along the cliff-top edge of the caldera is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful sights in the world. The buildings seem to defy gravity as they cling to the cliffs and are stacked one on top of the other like a pile of sugar cubes. The sandy, multicolored beaches are just the cherry on top.

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Day 6

argostoli, greece

Arrival: 11:59 - Departure: 20:00

Day 8

venice (ravenna) - italy

Arrival: 06:00

Ravenna is the capital city of the Province of Ravenna. The city was the heart of the Byzantine Exarchate of Ravenna until the invasion of the Franks in 751, after which it became the seat of the Kingdom of the Lombards. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTION • Basilica of Sant' Apollinare Nuovo - explore the entire building and its stunning mosaics. If you're a fan of ancient churches and intriguing architecture, this is a must-visit. • For those interested in historical figures, the city also houses Dante's Tomb. • Sant' Apollinare in Classe, it is renowned for its extraordinary mosaics. • Basilica of San Vitale is filled with mosaics and is considered a significant monument in Western art history. • Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.

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7 nights. Montenegro, Greece

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