Greek Isles with Cairo Overnight
Sailing from Athens on this 10-night sojurn, you’ll sail into stunning Santorini before exploring ancient Ephesus. After a relaxing day at sea, arrive in Cairo for an unforgettable overnight – time to dive deep into its iconic history and vibrant energy. Then it’s on to Rhodes and chic Mykonos, with one last day at sea before returning to Athens.
What's Included
- Flight from Dublin to Athens
- 1 night in an Athens hotel before your cruise
- 10 nights onboard the 5-Star Scarlet Lady, based on 2 sharing
- Fabulous cuisine on a full board basis
- Spectacular day and evening entertainment
- Soft Drinks included
- Wifi onboard
- Adults-only cruise line
- Flight from Athens to Dublin
- 1 check-in bag of 20kgs per person
- Taxes and charges
The Virgin Voyages Experience
Piraeus: a modern gateway to Athens’ past
Athens’ largest passenger port, Piraeus is a bustling portal into a world-leading archaeological playground celebrating a rich and glorious past.
Hassle-free embarkation
Pre-upload your travel docs to the Virgin Voyages app, get Ready to Sail before leaving home, and make boarding a (sea)breeze in just a few minutes.
Access to Ephesus
Uncover two millennia’s worth of history in what is already Europe’s most complete classical metropolis, with 80% of the city yet to be unearthed.
Keeping it local
We’ve teamed up with locals in each of our ports to reveal sides of places you’ve yet to explore — from the people who know the destinations best.
Scarlet Lady
Exclusively Adult experiences
From decadent dinners to drenched-in-red afterparties, reconnect with your plus one, best friends, and yourself to celebrate life’s sweetest moments aboard our 100% adults-only voyages.
Sailing into the 21st century like…
Watch. Dim. Order-in. We’re not saying stay in bed all day — but with a tablet in every cabin and our Virgin Voyages App on hand, we wouldn’t blame you if you did. With the push, press, and swipe of a finger, you can change up the vibe with mood-match lighting, watch the latest (and classic) movies, and order ShipEats — all while staying completely horizontal.
A sea change for all
Restoring ocean health and building positive relationships in our communities is part of our brand’s DNA. Using sustainable technology, banning single-use plastics, and thoughtfully sourced food — are just some of the ways Virgin Voyages plans to care for (while still enjoying) our planet.
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Booking Remarks
Prices are per person and based on two sharingInclusive of taxes and service charges as indicated
Non-refundable or transferable deposit required at time of booking. Full payment due 16 weeks from departure.
Optional Insurance available (call for details)
Single supplement may be available on request
These prices are guidelines only and are subject to change and availability. Pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.
Good to Know
One night in an Athens hotel before a 10 night cruise.Itinerary
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Following your flight to Athens, you will have an overnight stay in a hotel. In the morning, make your way to the port to board the Scarlet Lady.
An intersection of the past and present
Athens – Europe’s action packed, oldest capital, considered to many as an archaeological theme park. As you approach the port of Piraeus you’ll find its entryway lined with visitors eager to be catapulted into one of the most exciting spectacles on the planet.
Santorini, Greece
The ultimate Greek Isle
Blue domes, windmills and white buildings sloping down a volcanic mountainside — yes, this is *that* postcard-worthy island whose stunning images are plastered on positive affirmation backdrops and smartphone homescreens alike, but now it’s yours to experience IRL.
Kusadasi, Turkey
A Beachside Historical Haven
With an average of three hundred perfect weather days per year, crystalline ocean waters and white sand beaches, Kuşadasi is renowned for its breathtaking geographical location. However, its proximity to a litany of paramount historically rich sites, such as the ancient city of Epheseus, the impressive Temple of Artemis, the quaint white homes and bustling tiny bazaar of Sirince Village, the inspiring House of Virgin Mary and (many) more makes Kuşadasi unlike anywhere else on the planet.
At Sea
At Sea
Alexandria, Egypt
Cairo, Egypt
Egypt’s second largest city is both a gateway to the historical landmarks of Cairo and an impressive metropolis in its own regard.
The bride of the Mediterranean
Originally founded by Alexander the Great, Egypt’s second largest city located on its north coast, boasts a population of over six million people — with an incredibly compelling backstory and conveniently close to Egypt’s largest city, Cairo.
Spend your time here getting lost in the Bibliotheca, the largest library in the Middle East, built to honor The Library of Alexandria. Once the largest library in the world before it was destroyed, you can still visit the original ruins. Visit the impressive 15th-century fort, The Citadel of Qaitbay, indulge in the various cafes that pepper the narrowed streets, or take a boat tour along the Alexandria Harbour Check out the various ancient tombs that hold so much of Egypt’s history inside of them, dreamily wander the 150-acred iconic Montazah Gardens, or indulge in the various bars and restaurants that have helped put (and keep) Alexandria on any true foodie’s map.
And with access to Cairo approximately a two and a half hour drive away, you can easily tour the Pyramids of Giza, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, see the walls and artifacts of the internationally renowned Egyptian Museum, and The Mosque of Muhamed Ali and shop along the narrowed streets of al-Muizz. Whether you spend your time here touring Alexandria or make the moves to extraordinary Cairo, you’ll certainly leave port with a renewed sense of adventure and your wanderlust satisfied.
At Sea
At Sea
Rhodes, Greece
All mythic roads end in Rhodes
Historically, Rhodes is celebrated for being the home of one of the most remarkable of the seven wonders of the world, the Colossus of Rhodes – while in the current landscape it’s become one of the most sought after locations for those who actively search social media with the #takemethere. Travelers everywhere have Rhodes on their vision boards because of its bountiful beauty, inspired cuisine, historical significance and a little something we just can’t seem to put our finger on.
Mykonos, Greece
Cycladean myths to beachside beats
Beach umbrellas peppering an eternal coastline, a pelican population just as teeming as its local fishermen and copious shades of blue in all directions, Mykonos just has that – je ne sais quoi.
At Sea
At Sea
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Your cruise comes to an end as you sail back to Athens.
Following breakfast, you will disembark and make your way to the airport for your flight back to Dublin.