European Cruises

Enjoy a sunny break and the good temperature of the countries of Southern Europe! Let yourself be rocked by the heat, literal and figurative, and by that sweetness of living the atmosphere of Latin regions. Unique vacation spot, Southern Europe never fails, it will welcome you with open arms!

Inviting you to leave your everyday life on land, our cruises in northern Italy (Venice lagoon), in Spain (Andalusia) and in Portugal (Vallé del Duero) seek to awaken your senses.

The best of culture: appreciate our excursions – historical, unusual or sporty, here, along thousands of postcard-worthy landscapes…

The best of gastronomy: taste unique and authentic flavors of local cuisine.

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Beautiful, blue and for eternity since Johann Strauss has dedicated the best waltz of all time to him. How many artists, poets, writers has been inspired by the Danube Despite the blood that has flowed through it in past centuries, the river still allows you to dream … Full of cruise styles on the Danube: from the Black Forest to the Black Sea passing For its legendary Iron Gates, the parade of the magical river between the Carpathians to the east and the Balkans to the west offers exceptional cultural and natural diversity! We offer you itinerant trips (from 5 to 13 days) through the new landscapes you pass through and its tributaries: Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine; a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of the deep wealth of Central Europe. Visit the fabulous capitals – Vienna, or the imperial residence of the imposing Habsburg royal family for six centuries, Bratislava and its sublime palaces, double-millennial Budapest, Bucharest and its Orthodox churches or even Belgrade ‘the white city’ – in one trip. With extension to Prague, Salzburg or Bavaria. Discover these destinations differently, opt for a hiking or cycling cruise.

TREASURES OF THE GREEK ISLES by Windstar Cruises in 2023

Sunrise in Oia,Santorini

With 3,000 years of history, you can’t turn around in Athens without encountering the past. The Acropolis, a UNESCO site, the Plaka, and the Acropolis Museum are must-sees. But leave time if you can to climb Pnyx Hill for photos of the Parthenon at sunset, to buy your own set of Greek komboloi (worry beads), and to explore the metro stations that serve as mini-museums for the relics that are constantly being unearthed.

Wake this morning to the postcard-like scene of Mykonos, the classic Greek isle dotted with hundreds of whitewashed churches and thatch-roofed windmills, in a harbor bobbing with fishing boats and luxurious private yachts. An optional tour including a scenic ferry ride takes you back to the 6th century B.C. to the tiny island of Delos, a UNESCO site and the mythical birthplace of Apollo.

Mykonos, Concierge Collection: Five Senses of Mykonos

Join in an adventure to discover a different face of Mykonos. You will visit Little Venice on a walking tour and see Mykonos Castle, where you can take pictures of the famous windmills of Mykonos. You will pass by the most photographed church of Paraportiani and then visit a traditional pastry shop where you can taste amigdalota, a local sweet delicacy made of almonds. Then you will board your bus for a short drive to Agios Giannis Beach, a traditional small port. Wander around this beautiful bay and take pictures of Delos island, lying just opposite. Re-board the bus for a drive to the center of the island, and a traditional Mykonian farm. Here you will do some wine tasting. Visit the traditional village of Ano Mera. Continue with a walk to the main square with its marble patio and mingle with the locals to get acquainted with the history of the village. You will then continue to the local traditional Taverna of Apostolis, to enjoy a glass of ouzo and homemade meze, prepared especially for you by the owner’s wife, accompanied by a live Greek music show. On the way back to Mykonos you will receive a small gift, to take with you – the unique fragrance of Mykonos. Upon arrival you have some free time to walk around the narrow streets of Mykonos with its charming whitewashed houses.

Please note: There is no wheelchair access to Agios Giannis Beach or the monastery. During the summer there is not much shade so it is advisable to wear a hat or visor, sunglasses, and bring sunscreen. Wear comfortable walking shoes.

Few places offer such a rich combination of history and scenic beauty. In Ephesus, one of the greatest outdoor museums in the world, you’ll explore legendary sites steeped in history. Also visit the houses of Bulbul Mountain, where the roof of one forms the terrace of the next. This evening we present our Destination Discovery Event — dinner in the moonlight and a concert at Celsus Library in Ephesus.

Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN + Guide

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sites in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sites of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. If you want, you can extend your stay with many optional turkeytraveltours.com here

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known worldwide as the sacred island where St. John wrote the Book of Revelation, Patmos is the ideal place for nature lovers with its coastline of sheer cliffs and its volcanic soil. Highlights of Patmos include the Cave of the Apocalypse and the Holy Monastery of the Apocalypse

As our ship approaches the spectacular cliffs rising from the deep azure sea, you’ll understand the magic of this area, where some say the ruins of Atlantis remain hidden. Visit the village of Oia and see the iconic Santorini blue domes or take a guided tour of Bronze Age excavations at the UNESCO site of Akrotiri. Toast the day with a crisp, cold glass of local Assyrtiko wine.

This Gibraltar-like town tied to the mainland by a single thread of causeway holds treasures that are old even by Mediterranean standards, with town walls and several churches dating to the 12th century. Climb to the upper town for an up-close look at the castle and Agia Sophia, a Byzantine church. Wander the lanes of the lower town lined with Venetian mansions, many of which have been lovingly restored. Savor the sun on a smooth pebble beach.

This charming seaside town on the Peloponnese is one of the most romantic cities in Greece. Enjoy the medieval old town with narrow cobblestone alleys, and neoclassical mansions with bougainvillea trees adorning the balconies. Take an optional tour to the UNESCO site of Epidaurus or the UNESCO site of Mycenea, ancient ruins including the famous Lion’s Gate. Stroll the Syntagma Square and take in the beauty of the Palamidi Castle with its 999 steps carved from the rocks. The view is breathtaking.

Enjoy the unforgettable Pullmantur Cruises through the Greek Islands in 2022
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of the Greek Islands Cruises with Pullmantur and live moments of film that will be immortalized in your memory in the best way, the one that mentally makes you return to your exciting destinations in the form of a smile.

The hospitality of its people, delicious gastronomy, sunsets that will leave you speechless or endless beaches with crystal clear waters are some of the benefits that any of our cruises through the Greek Islands will offer you. In this way, you will get closer to the eastern coast of Spain, the evocative island of Malta, eternal Italy and, above all, to mythological Greece, one of the places in Europe that arouses the most interest due to this mix of history, ruins and legends.

On board your cruise ship you will reach wonderful cities, towns and enclaves bathed in thin layers of captivating magic, capable of falling in love from the first moment you warn them on the horizon.

Majesty takes shape in Pullmantur destinations around the Greek Islands
In addition to enjoying the thousand and one charms that make up Greece, Pullmantur cruises around the Greek Islands allow you to know, touch, contemplate and feel other wonders of southern Europe. One of them is Messina, the part of the Italian island of Sicily closest to the iconic boot that is the Italic peninsula. Once you are there, you will be ecstatic at the extreme natural beauty of the nearby landscape dominated by the imposing presence of the legendary Etna volcano.

Already in the domains of the spectacular Greek Islands, you will discover that the sky is not only above, but that there are also pieces of it scattered around the world. Without a doubt, one of the main enclaves of this redoubt of El Eden is Argostoli, capital of the island of Cephalonia. Bathed by the intensely indigo Aegean Sea, it is a place of contrasts full of magnificent beaches adorned with a natural diversity worth admiring. Chania is moving in a very similar plane, in Crete, an island steeped in history where you can soak up the culture and art of ancient civilizations or visit some of the most spectacular beaches in all the Greek Islands.

“The Greek Islands, a little piece of heaven located in the middle of the Aegean Sea”
But if there are two destinations that will take everyone’s eyes on a cruise around the Greek Islands, those are undoubtedly Mykonos and Santorini. The first one stands out for a seductive nightlife and a palpable luxury in each of its corners that, incidentally, treasure an incredible charm such as, for example, Little Venice or the famous windmills, proudly challenging the sea. If in Mykonos the nights attract attention, in Santorini its fabulous sunsets do, especially when the last rays of the sun mix with the unique indigo of its domes. In addition to the firmament, traveling to Mykonos will allow you to taste its rich wines or contemplate the archaeological remains of Ancient Thera and Akrotiri.