Enchanting Islands - from/to Heraklion

The Enchanting Islands - from/to Heraklion is a 7-night Mediterranean cruise aboard Mein Schiff 5, operated by TUI Cruises Mein Schiff. Departing Heraklion on October 1, 2027, the voyage visits 5 ports.

Length: 7 nights
Departs: Oct 1, 2027
Returns: Oct 8, 2027
Ports of call: 5
Days at sea: 2

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Itinerary

Day 1 Oct 1, 2027 Heraklion Departs 22:00 It may not be the prettiest place in Crete, but Heraklion's patchwork of history, bustling activity and cultural intrigue makes it the perfect change of pace. This is certainly no sleepy island fishing village, and Greece's fifth-largest city is adorned with a rich collection of quality museums, ancient ruins from antiquity, and a lively culture of its own. View less A refreshing shift-up from the many quaint beach towns and fishing villages you'll encounter in the Greek islands, Heraklion – also known as Iraklio - has great shopping, extraordinary history and is the ideal base for ventures to the archaeological treasures of Crete. Traded by the Arabic, Venetian and Ottoman empires over the years, Heraklion is a multi-layered place with fascinating tales to tell. The city's impressive Venetian fortress, which waits over the gently rolling waves of the gleaming Mediterranean, welcomes you ashore. A stroll out along the seawall, alongside creaking fishing boats, will take you out to the squat fortifications that have stood since 1540. Climb to the top for views out across the water, back towards the city's waterfront. The sun-roasted earth outside the city hides treasures from the realms of history, including the Bronze Age remnants of Europe's oldest city, Knossos. A visit to the fantastic Archaeological Museum of Heraklion ties all of this history together and exhibits relics from the civilisations and eras of Crete's past. Elsewhere, Daidalou's pedestrianised paving is a charming stroll through Heraklion's shops, with streets branching off to café-lined plazas and twinkling fountains. Stop to try local food - like fresh feta and olive sprinkled dakos mezze – all washed down with a sample of local raki brandy. Heraklion port guide Search cruises visiting Heraklion

Day 3 Oct 3, 2027 Limassol 08:00 – 18:00 10.0 hrs ashore Limassol on Cyprus' south coast is the island's largest seaside resort. It meanders for ten miles along the coast with the Troodos Mountains providing a magnificent backdrop. Sunshine, blue sky and beaches are the criteria that attract scores of vacationers each year. The more adventurous traveler, too, finds worthwhile attractions, such as medieval castles, remote mountain villages, archaeological sites dating back to 7,000 B.C., and inviting cedar forests, orange groves and vineyards. Although the easternmost island of the Mediterranean, eastern culture is augmented by a large dose of European. Rome and Byzantium, the Crusaders and the Venetians, the Turks and the British have all left their traces. Since the Middle Ages, when the Crusaders held Cyprus under Richard the Lionhearted, Limassol has been known to traders for its wine and sugar cane. Today, the island's second largest city is the hub of its wine-making industry and an important commercial center. Limassol port guide Search cruises visiting Limassol

Limassol photo — Day 3 Oct 3, 2027 Limassol 08:00 – 18:00 10.0 hrs ashore Limassol on Cyprus' south coast is the island's largest seaside resort. It meanders for ten miles along the coast with the Troodos Mountains providing a magnificent backdrop. Sunshine, blue sky and beaches are the criteria that attract scores of vacationers each year. The more adventurous traveler, too, finds worthwhile attractions, such as medieval castles, remote mountain villages, archaeological sites dating back to 7,000 B.C., and inviting cedar forests, orange groves and vineyards. Although the easternmost island of the Mediterranean, eastern culture is augmented by a large dose of European. Rome and Byzantium, the Crusaders and the Venetians, the Turks and the British have all left their traces. Since the Middle Ages, when the Crusaders held Cyprus under Richard the Lionhearted, Limassol has been known to traders for its wine and sugar cane. Today, the island's second largest city is the hub of its wine-making industry and an important commercial center. Limassol port guide Search cruises visiting Limassol

Day 4 Oct 4, 2027 Rhodes 07:00 – 18:00 11.0 hrs ashore Located only seven miles from the Turkish coast, Rhodes is one of Greece's favored vacation centers. In ancient times, the entrance to its harbor featured a celebrated landmark, the Colossus of Rhodes. The 105-foot statue rose from a 35-foot stone base and was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Rhodes was an important cultural center with a well-known School of Rhetoric attended by such historical figures as Cicero and Caesar. From a school for sculptors came the famous Laocoon group, which is now in the Vatican Museum. Rhodes' most famous attractions originated with the Knights of St. John, who occupied parts of the island from 1308 to 1522. As their legacy they left a medieval town, dominated by the Palace of the Grand Masters and the Knights' Hospital. The Old Town is encircled by one of the best-preserved walls in Europe. In addition to buildings that showcase the legacy of the Knights of St. John, there are plenty of shops and dining opportunities throughout the Old Town. Rhodes port guide Search cruises visiting Rhodes

Rhodes photo — Day 4 Oct 4, 2027 Rhodes 07:00 – 18:00 11.0 hrs ashore Located only seven miles from the Turkish coast, Rhodes is one of Greece's favored vacation centers. In ancient times, the entrance to its harbor featured a celebrated landmark, the Colossus of Rhodes. The 105-foot statue rose from a 35-foot stone base and was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Rhodes was an important cultural center with a well-known School of Rhetoric attended by such historical figures as Cicero and Caesar. From a school for sculptors came the famous Laocoon group, which is now in the Vatican Museum. Rhodes' most famous attractions originated with the Knights of St. John, who occupied parts of the island from 1308 to 1522. As their legacy they left a medieval town, dominated by the Palace of the Grand Masters and the Knights' Hospital. The Old Town is encircled by one of the best-preserved walls in Europe. In addition to buildings that showcase the legacy of the Knights of St. John, there are plenty of shops and dining opportunities throughout the Old Town. Rhodes port guide Search cruises visiting Rhodes

Day 6 Oct 6, 2027 Athens (Piraeus), Greece 05:30 – 19:00 13.5 hrs ashore A city of legend, civilisation and enduring culture, Athens is a majestic and magical urban sprawl. Extraordinary elegance and grace combine with grit and graft in Greece's capital, where highways encase ruins from antiquity, and gleaming museums and galleries stand beside concrete sprayed with edgy street art. These contrasts enhance and elevate the wonders of this 2,500-year-old city, however, which can count notable contributions to philosophy, drama and democracy, among its global legacy. Piraeus' giant port and naval base welcome you to the edge of the Athens' urban area. From there it's a simple jaunt to the centre. The majestic ancient citadel of the Acropolis dominates an elevated platform and is a constant presence as you explore the city. The wonderful remains of the columned temple of the Parthenon - which date back to the 5th century BC - stand here, representing the pinnacle of classical architecture. The nearby Acropolis Museum adds context to your visit and frames the broad views from its giant glass windows. Or rise up Mount Lycabettus, to be rewarded with perhaps Athens' best panorama of the Acropolis sitting high over the city on its grand stage. See the marble horseshoe of the Old Olympic Stadium, where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896, for more of the city's enduring legacy. Elsewhere, golden beaches and temples stretch out along the coastline, should you wish to explore a little further afield. Coffee is an art form to the Greeks, and it's an unwritten rule that coffee time must never be rushed. So prepare to settle down for a couple of hours and lose yourself in a good chat. Feeling hungry - try traditional souvlaki made with sauces handed from generation to generation. Athens (Piraeus), Greece port guide Search cruises visiting Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Day 7 Oct 7, 2027 Nafplion 07:00 – 18:00 11.0 hrs ashore The former capital of Greece is a popular town on the eastern coast of the Peloponnese. Stately, medieval architecture recalls its Venetian occupation in the 15th century. The most dominant structure from this time is the crenellated Palamidi Fortress towering high above the town. The lively port and resort town spreads around a scenic harbor. Its center is crisscrossed by narrow streets, which are best negotiated on foot. Several monuments remain from the towns' Turkish past, including a mosque and the parliament building. Relics from ancient sites are on display in the Archaeological Museum. Those who are interested in handicrafts and traditional costumes may enjoy a visit to the Folk Art Museum. Enjoy exploring along the waterfront and around the main square of the Old Town. Open-air cafés and restaurants invite you for a break to enjoy a light snack or a seafood lunch while taking in the local atmosphere. Nafplion port guide Search cruises visiting Nafplion

Nafplion photo — Day 7 Oct 7, 2027 Nafplion 07:00 – 18:00 11.0 hrs ashore The former capital of Greece is a popular town on the eastern coast of the Peloponnese. Stately, medieval architecture recalls its Venetian occupation in the 15th century. The most dominant structure from this time is the crenellated Palamidi Fortress towering high above the town. The lively port and resort town spreads around a scenic harbor. Its center is crisscrossed by narrow streets, which are best negotiated on foot. Several monuments remain from the towns' Turkish past, including a mosque and the parliament building. Relics from ancient sites are on display in the Archaeological Museum. Those who are interested in handicrafts and traditional costumes may enjoy a visit to the Folk Art Museum. Enjoy exploring along the waterfront and around the main square of the Old Town. Open-air cafés and restaurants invite you for a break to enjoy a light snack or a seafood lunch while taking in the local atmosphere. Nafplion port guide Search cruises visiting Nafplion

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Name	Supplier code	Type
Balkonkabine Kategorie A	BAA	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie B	BAB	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie C	BAC	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie D	BAD	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie E	BAE	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie F	BAF	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie G	BAG	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie H	BAH	Balcony
Kombi Balkonkabine	BAK	Balcony
PLUS Balkonkabine Plus	BAP	Balcony
SPA Balkonkabine	BAS	Balcony
Balkonkabine	BAU	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie A	BKA	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie B	BKB	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie C	BKC	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie D	BKD	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie E	BKE	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie F	BKF	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie G	BKG	Balcony
Balkonkabine Kategorie H	BKH	Balcony
Kombi Balkonkabine	BKK	Balcony
PLUS Balkonkabine Plus	BKP	Balcony
SPA Balkonkabine	BKS	Balcony
Balkonkabine	BKU	Balcony
Familienkabine Balkon	FAM	Balcony
Familienkabine Balkon	FKM	Balcony
Premium Verandakabine	VEP	Balcony
Premium Verandakabine	VKP	Balcony
Innenkabine Kategorie A	IKA	Inside
Innenkabine Kategorie B	IKB	Inside
Innenkabine Kategorie C	IKC	Inside
Innenkabine	IKU	Inside
Innenkabine Kategorie A	INA	Inside
Innenkabine Kategorie B	INB	Inside
Innenkabine Kategorie C	INC	Inside
Innenkabine	INU	Inside
Außenkabine Kategorie A	AKA	Oceanview
Außenkabine Kategorie B	AKB	Oceanview
Außenkabine Kategorie C	AKC	Oceanview
Außenkabine	AKU	Oceanview
Außenkabine Kategorie A	AUA	Oceanview
Außenkabine Kategorie B	AUB	Oceanview
Außenkabine Kategorie C	AUC	Oceanview
Außenkabine	AUU	Oceanview
Familienkabine Außen Kategorie A	FAA	Oceanview
Familienkabine Außen Kategorie B	FAB	Oceanview
Familienkabine Außen A	FKA	Oceanview
Familienkabine Außen B	FKB	Oceanview
Junior Suite Balkon	JBA	Suite
Junior Suite Balkon B	JBB	Suite
Junior Suite Balkon C	JBC	Suite
Junior Suite Balkon	JKA	Suite
Junior Suite Balkon B	JKB	Suite
Junior Suite Balkon C	JKC	Suite
Diamant Suite	SKD	Suite
Himmel & Meer Suite	SKH	Suite
Themen Suite	SKT	Suite
Diamant Suite	SUD	Suite
Himmel & Meer Suite	SUH	Suite
Themen Suite	SUT	Suite