This 8-day voyage exploring the Mediterranean begins in the dazzling city of Dubrovnik and ends in the cultural capital of Athens. Take a sojourn to the medieval walled city of Kotor. Savour island life in Corfu, then see an ancient castle in Lefkada or roam the rows of olive trees that line the landscape. After passing through the Corinth Canal into the Aegean Sea, it’s time to finish your journey in Athens.
Inclusions
- 7 nights all-inclusive cruise aboard Emerald Azzurra
- Airport transfers to and from the ship
- 20 superb meals including 7 Breakfasts (B), 6 Lunches (L), 7 Dinners (D)
- The services of an Emerald Cruises Tour Manager
- An unforgettable voyage of discovery with shore excursions, EmeraldPLUS cultural experiences, and the EmeraldACTIVE program
- Complimentary WIFI
- Port taxes and charges
- All tipping and gratuities
- Save $3600 per cabin! (price reflects discount)
| July 12 or 19, 2025 | Cruise Only |
| Oceanview | |
| Balcony | |
| Taxes & Fees | $526 |
New Booking only – Deposit is due at booking
Promotion is subject to change without notice.
- Dining Highlights:
- 20 superb meals including 7 Breakfasts (B), 6 Lunches (L), 7 Dinners (D)
- Including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
- Complimentary wine, beer, soft drinks & selected cocktails throughout the day
- Excursion Highlights:
- An exclusive concert featuring a guitar duo
- Guided walking tour of Corfu Town
- Walking tour of Kotor
- A guided tour of Delphi
- Guided hike of Kotor’s city walls
- A guided tour of Butrint
Dubrovnik to Athens
Day 1 Dubrovnik, Croatia (D)
Your Mediterranean cruise begins in the historic city of Dubrovnik, where you’ll be transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht to embark on a tour of intriguing cities and extraordinary coastlines.
Please book your flight to arrive into Dubrovnik prior to 06:00 PM.
Day 2 Kotor, Montenegro (B,L,D)
Enveloped by medieval walls, the fortified city of Kotor is a place of ancient stories and modern culture. Nestled between imposing mountains and the Adriatic Sea, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed setting is brimming with Venetian palaces, cobblestone lanes and café-hemmed squares.
Day 3 Sarandë, Albania – Corfu, Greece (B,L,D)
Sarandë is a popular coastal town on a crescent-shaped bay in Albania. The once sleepy fishing village has a bustling seaside promenade, pebbled beaches and ancient ruins. From Sarandë, you’ll journey across the straight to Corfu — a large island with sandy coves and hills studded with olive, cypress and citrus trees.
Day 4 Tue, 15 Jul Corfu, Greece (B,L,D)
This idyllic island is dotted with whitewashed houses, olive trees and edged with glimmerng turquoise waters. The picturesque Old Town of Corfu has a rich history and magnificent architecture displaying Renaissance and Baroque influences. Explore fishing villages, swim in crystal-blue waters and visit the largest square in Greece, the Spianada.
Day 5 Parga, Greece (B,L,D)
Parga, on mainland Greece, has a carefree holiday atmosphere. Enjoy the sunshine on one of the many beaches, explore traditional Greek villages, and marvel at the 11th-century Castle, which offers an incredible bird’s eye view of the resort town and coastline.
Day 6 Lefkada, Greece (B,L,D)
Known as the ‘Caribbean of Greece’, Lefkada is connected to the mainland by a narrow bridge, making it one of the few islands here reachable by car. One of the most fascinating places in Lefkada is the Castle of Agia Mavra, dating to the 14th century and built to protect Lefkada from invasions.
Day 7 Itea, Greece – Transit through Corinth Canal (B,L,D)
Sail to the small port of Itea, then start the journey to the archaeological site of Delphi, regarded by the Ancient Greeks as the centre of the world. Next, it’s time to pass through the 19th century Corinth Canal, a narrow waterway that crosses the isthmus of Corinth in Greece to the Saronic Gulf.
Day 8 Athens (Piraeus), Greece (B)
Your Emerald Cruises voyage concludes in the bustling capital of Greece, Athens. This cosmopolitan city was at the heart of Ancient Greece and was named after the goddess of wisdom and warfare, Athena. From the yacht, you will be transferred to the airport for your journey home or to continue your holiday.
Please book your flight to depart out of Athens after 01:00 PM.
The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.
Flexible Booking Plan
| River Cruising | Yacht Cruising |
| $125 | $200 |
- Should you choose to defer or cancel your booking, the total monies paid to us (less third-party fees) will be applied as a Future Travel Credit which is valid for 24 months for you to use on an alternate tour/cruise.
- If you do not re-book within 24 months, your FTC it will be forfeited.
- Non-refundable. Non commissionable.
- Excludes Russia cruising.
- Not available to guests using COVID Future Travel Credits
Platinum Protection Plan
The Platinum Protection Plan (“PPP”) is available for new river and ocean cruising bookings for travel after 1 January 2022 for Scenic and Emerald Cruises (“Eligible Booking”). By adding this plan, you are covered if you unable to travel due to health reasons, or your travel plans are impacted by COVID-19, up to 31 days prior to departure with a 100% refund (less airline cancellation fees and PPP cost), or a 70% refund between 15 and 30 days prior to departure (less PPP cost). The PPP must be purchased together with the Eligible Booking at time such booking is made and may not be added at a later date. The PPP is provided at a cost of $395 per person per river cruise, $495 per person per cruise on Emerald Cruises yacht cruising and $595 per person per cruise on Scenic Eclipse voyages (“PPP Fee”).
