7 nights. Cyprus, Egypt, Greece

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Rhapsody of the Seas

The Rhapsody of the Seas offers an unforgettable sightseeing experience with its combination of elegance, entertainment and comfort. With a variety of modern staterooms and suites, live entertainment, exquisite dining options, a luxurious spa, exciting shore excursions and activities such as pools, hot tubs and themed bars, this ship guarantees fun and relaxation for all types of travelers. In addition, its wide range of onboard entertainment and attention to detail make it an ideal choice for those looking to explore the world in style and comfort.

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Day 1

athens (piraeus), greece

Departure: 17:00

Day 2

At sea

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Day 3

limassol, cyprus

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 15:00

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Day 4-5

alexandria, egypt

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 21:00

Day 6

At sea

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Day 7

mykonos, greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 20:00

Day 8

athens (piraeus), greece

Arrival: 05:00

Day 1

athens (piraeus), greece

Departure: 17:00

Here is the text adapted into standard American English: Piraeus is a port city in the region of Attica, Greece. Piraeus is located within the Athens urban area, about 5 miles (8 kilometers) southwest of downtown Athens (the municipality of Athens), along the east coast of the Saronic Gulf. According to the 2011 census, Piraeus had a population of 163,688 within its administrative limits, making it the fifth-largest municipality in Greece and the second-largest within the urban area of the Greek capital, after the municipality of Athens. The municipality of Piraeus and four other suburban municipalities form the regional unit of Piraeus, sometimes called the Greater Piraeus area, with a total population of 448,997. It is part of the Athens urban area. Piraeus has a long recorded history dating back to ancient Greece. The city was founded in the early 5th century BC, when this area was chosen to become the new port of classical Athens and was developed as a model harbor, concentrating all of Athens’s import and transit trade. During the Golden Age of Athens, the Long Walls were built to fortify Athens and its port (Piraeus). As a result, it became the main harbor of ancient Greece but declined gradually after the 3rd century BC. It grew again in the 19th century, after Athens was declared the capital of Greece. In the modern era, Piraeus is a large, busy city and an integral part of Athens. It is home to the country’s largest harbor and has all the characteristics of a major maritime and commercial-industrial center. The Port of Piraeus is the main port of Greece, the largest passenger port in Europe, and the second-largest in the world, serving about 20 million passengers annually. With a throughput of 1.4 million TEUs, Piraeus ranks among the top ten European ports for container traffic and is the leading container port in the Eastern Mediterranean. The municipality hosted events in both the 1896 and 2004 Summer Olympics held in Athens. The University of Piraeus is one of the largest universities in Greece and has the country’s second-oldest business school, as well as the oldest academic department in the field of finance.

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Day 3

limassol, cyprus

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 15:00

Limassol is the second largest city in Cyprus. After the Turkish invasion in 1974, it became the main seaport and has also grown into a major tourist destination. Limassol Castle is a prominent landmark and one of the city’s main tourist attractions. In Limassol, shore excursions provide a unique opportunity to explore the city’s many monuments and landmarks while enjoying the luxury of a cruise. These excursions take visitors to sites in and around Limassol, including Kolossi Castle, the Troodos Mountains, Omodos Village, Larnaka and Lefkara, Paphos, and Nicosia.

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Day 4-5

alexandria, egypt

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 21:00

Alexandria is Egypt’s second-largest city, its largest seaport, and the country’s window onto the Mediterranean Sea. Though it’s a faded version of its once-glorious cosmopolitan past, it’s still worth a visit for its many cultural attractions and the still-palpable echoes of its history. The most important sites to see in Alexandria include: • Qaitbay Citadel, Ras el-Tin: One of the city’s icons, this fortress overlooks both the Mediterranean Sea and Alexandria itself. Built in 1480 by Sultan Qaitbay on the site of the Pharos Lighthouse, it was intended to protect the city from sea-borne Crusader attacks. It stands on the exact location of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria. • Mostafa Kamel Cemetery: This cemetery contains four tombs dating from the 2nd century BC, in excellent condition and richly decorated. • Kom el-Shouqafa, Karmou: “Kom el-Shouqafa” is the Arabic rendering of the ancient Greek name “Lofus Kiramaikos,” meaning “mound of fragments” or “pots.” • Pompey’s Pillar, Karmouz: An ancient monument, this 25-meter granite column was erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian in 297 AD. The enclosed area around the column also contains other ruins and sculptures, including remains of the Serapeum oracle. • Roman Theatre, Kom El-Dikka: Built in the 2nd century AD. In Ptolemaic times, this area was the Park of Pan, a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman villas and baths. • Montazah Palace: Built in 1892 by Abbas II of Egypt (Abbas Hilmi Pasha), the last Khedive of Egypt. One of the palace buildings, the Haramlek, now houses a casino on the ground floor and a museum of royal relics on the upper floors. • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Mansheya: Egypt’s memorial dedicated to an unknown soldier. • Presidential Palace, Montazah. • Alexandria National Museum: A historical museum featuring more than 1,800 archaeological pieces. • Greco-Roman Museum: A history museum with a vast collection mostly dating from the 3rd century BC, covering the Ptolemaic and Roman periods.

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Day 7

mykonos, greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 20:00

Mykonos is a favored vacation spot located in the Cyclades group of Greek islands, nestled in the heart of the Aegean Sea. In the 1960s, Mykonos emerged as a bohemian hotspot and has since evolved into one of the most glamorous holiday resorts in the country, proudly showcasing its vibrant style and reputation. For many years, this central Cyclade was the top Mediterranean destination for gay travelers, although recently Mykonos has been working to attract a more diverse crowd. Despite this, the nightlife remains very gay-friendly and the island is a haven for any party-goer with its loud and lengthy nights. The main town on the island is Chora, or Mykonos town, which is filled with narrow, winding streets, buildings painted white with blue accents, delightful restaurants, clothing and jewelry stores, a fish market, and a vegetable market. It is one of the most cosmopolitan and bustling towns in the Aegean. Apart from Chora, there is only one other town on the island, Ano Mera, which is quieter and less frequented by tourists. While visiting, be sure to see the Monastery of Panagia Tourliani, a traditional Greek Orthodox Church featuring a beautiful iconostasis. The island itself is arid and barren, but it boasts some excellent sandy beaches, the most famous of which are Paradise and Super Paradise. However, there are many other beaches to explore around the island. From the quaint port, you can take a boat to the beaches or to Delos, transitioning from the present to the ancient past, from one set of myths to another.

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Day 8

athens (piraeus), greece

Arrival: 05:00

Here is the text adapted into standard American English: Piraeus is a port city in the region of Attica, Greece. Piraeus is located within the Athens urban area, about 5 miles (8 kilometers) southwest of downtown Athens (the municipality of Athens), along the east coast of the Saronic Gulf. According to the 2011 census, Piraeus had a population of 163,688 within its administrative limits, making it the fifth-largest municipality in Greece and the second-largest within the urban area of the Greek capital, after the municipality of Athens. The municipality of Piraeus and four other suburban municipalities form the regional unit of Piraeus, sometimes called the Greater Piraeus area, with a total population of 448,997. It is part of the Athens urban area. Piraeus has a long recorded history dating back to ancient Greece. The city was founded in the early 5th century BC, when this area was chosen to become the new port of classical Athens and was developed as a model harbor, concentrating all of Athens’s import and transit trade. During the Golden Age of Athens, the Long Walls were built to fortify Athens and its port (Piraeus). As a result, it became the main harbor of ancient Greece but declined gradually after the 3rd century BC. It grew again in the 19th century, after Athens was declared the capital of Greece. In the modern era, Piraeus is a large, busy city and an integral part of Athens. It is home to the country’s largest harbor and has all the characteristics of a major maritime and commercial-industrial center. The Port of Piraeus is the main port of Greece, the largest passenger port in Europe, and the second-largest in the world, serving about 20 million passengers annually. With a throughput of 1.4 million TEUs, Piraeus ranks among the top ten European ports for container traffic and is the leading container port in the Eastern Mediterranean. The municipality hosted events in both the 1896 and 2004 Summer Olympics held in Athens. The University of Piraeus is one of the largest universities in Greece and has the country’s second-oldest business school, as well as the oldest academic department in the field of finance.

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What you should know:

Itinerary

The order of the ports may vary depending on the date of departure.
Check your itinerary for exact departure and arrival times. The hours correspond to the local time of the port.
Itineraries can change at any time without prior notice.

Boarding and landing

For safety reasons, all passengers must board 2 hours before departure on day 1 of the cruise.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking on the last day of the cruise.