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Around the World Voyager

Serene Japan . Enchanting Paris & Ancient Greece (Including 7 day Greek Cruise)
and even Istanbul. 19 day package, including air fare JFK/Paris/Athens/Tokyo , round-trip.
Weekly , April - Nov .

Japan Made to Measure . Private Tour of Japan in 6 days Customizable tour of Japan with Tokyo. Tour JP5A-Private Plus Extras : Tokyo , Mt. Fuji , Hakone, Kyoto and Nara

 

 

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Compare with the 12 day , 16-Day or 17 day version
or with a Four day cruise rather then Seven day cruise .
Compare with the 21 day with Egypt

 

 

 

 

DAY 1 - JFK Saturday
Board British Airways , Swiss , KLM , Lufthansa or Air France wide body jet at JFK International Airport. Overnight across the Atlantic. Dinner is served on board. , We keep the right to use any International air carriers)

 

 

 

DAY 2 - PARIS Sun
You arrive today in the City of Light. Our local rep will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. Settle in, then immerse yourself in the French capital, aided by a copy of the Lonely Planet guide to Paris, a gift from Travel in Style, with our compliments. What to do first? A stroll along the Champs Elysees or the Seine? A ride on a bateau mouche? A drink at a sidewalk cafe or an unforgettable dinner? The Louvre or the stunningly modern architecture of La Defense? The choice is yours! Paris hotel accommodations, including tax and service charges : for tourist class three-star hotels: Mercure Montmarte Hotel ( Superior 3 stars) , Primotel Empire or Fertel Etoile.
First class, four-star hotels: Meridien Etoile ( Four stars ) Warwick Champs Elysees
  , Artus Hotel or Similar Upgrade to a suite for your Honeymoon in Paris : $190 Per person for the two nights in Paris.).

 

 

DAY 3 - PARIS (cB) Mon
Day on your own, maybe to take on a half-day tour of Paris which includes the top sights: the Opera, Place de la Concorde, the Champs Elysees, the Arch of Triumph, the Trocadero, the Eiffel Tower , the Bastille, and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. You may even be able to fit in your day a cruise on the Seine.

 

 

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DAY 4 - PARIS TO ATHENS (cB) Tue
We escort you to Charles de Gaulle Airport for your flight eastward over the Alps and the Balkans to Athens, where our local staff escorts you to your hotel. Use the rest of the day to explore the great Greek capital: the cafes and shops around Syntagma and Omonia squares, the little Greek tavernas and restaurants of the old-time Plaka district, or one of the fine museums. It's all in your copy of the Lonely Planet guide to Greece, which we're happy to give you, with our compliments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DAY 5 - ATHENS (BLD)- Private tour - Wednesday
A half-day private city tour will orient you to the high points of Athens. We'll visit Syntagma Square, at the very heart of the city; the Parliament; Hadrian's Arch; and culminate with the Acropolis and its museum. Your afternoon is free for further exploring, shopping, lunch is included at a charming local restaurant . Private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, private guide. In the evening we will call on for a dinner at a typical Greek Taverna or restaurant

 

 

 

 

DAY 6 - ATHENS, ARGOLIS (BL) Thu
Today we'll travel overland through the heart of Classical Greece, crossing the historic Corinthian Canal to Mycenae. You'll visit the Lion Gate and the tombs of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, then take a seaside lunch in Nauplion. Afterwards, visit the theater of Epidaurus and marvel at its perfect acoustics, and see the museum at Askelpeion.

 

 

DAY 7 - ATHENS, EMBARKATION (cBD) Friday
Your morning in Athens is unscheduled, leaving you the choice of relaxation, meeting up with friends at a cafe, or browsing the shops. In the afternoon, we'll see you to Piraeus, the port of Athens, where you'll embark in the evening on your seven-day cruise. Exact routing depends on the line and ship you choose. If you depart Friday on a Royal Olympic Cruise, this will be your itinerary.

 

 

 

 

 

DAY 8 - ISTANBUL - Saturday (BLD)
Constantinople! Stamboul! Istanbul! Today you reach the fabulous city where East and West have clashed, met, and blended over the centuries. Where to start? We reach Istanbul around 05:00 PM

Choices and optional evening escorted tours (additional $$$ cost) are available on board the ship or through our office to help you take it all in. There's no need to unpack. Your ship serves as your hotel in port.

 

 

 

 

Day 9 - Full Day Private tour of Istanbul - Sunday (BL)
We are providing on a complimentary basis , a full day tour , with private car/van/ driver & English speaking guide ( please advise if you prefer other language), visiting Aya Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, the bustling and strategic Bosphorus straits and the sunken Underground Cistern . 6 p.m. sailing.

 

 

DAY 10 - MYKONOS - Greece - Monday (BLD)
We cruise the Mediterranean all morning , after enjoying a great lunch we head to MYKONOS : fabled isle of windmills, beaches, cliffs, blue seas, and over 350 churches and chapels. Photo opportunities are unlimited, and shopping options are almost as plentiful. Set sail around 11 PM

 

 

DAY 11 - PATMOS - Greece -Tuesday(BLD)
In the morning, we'll drop anchor at Patmos (Using tenders in Patmos) . Here you can visit the Monastery of St. John where the Book of Revelations was written. You'll reboard before for lunch .

As we head for KUSADASI / EPHESUS - Turkey
Once again, we'll drop anchor in the Turkish mainland and Kusadasi ( around 2 PM) , gateway to ancient Ephesus. Join one of the ships shore excursion (Additional$$$) , or Stroll the streets on your own and stop in at shops filled with leather goods, carpets, and bargains in gold. Or we'll be glad to arrange for a our private basis optional tour takes you to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world. We set sail from Kusadasi around 8 PM

 

 

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DAY 12 - RHODES - Wednesday (BLD)
You'll sail into the harbor of Rhodes at first light, allowing a full day on the Island of Roses. The compact, cobbled medieval city is perfect for exploring on your own. You'll want to visit the Palace of the Knights of St. John, take a look at the wares in the boutiques, and spend some time in a seaside cafe. We also offer an optional excursion to the Acropolis of Lindos and the Valley of the Butterflies. We set sail around 6 PM

 

 

 

DAY 13 - HERAKLION, SANTORINI - Thursday (BLD)
We drop anchor in the port of Heraklion at 7 a.m. Explore on your own, or take an optional excursion to the 5000-year-old Minoan Palace at Knossos and the archaeological museum. We sail at noon. In a few hours, we'll reach Santorini, where the lost civilization of Atlantis flourished. Enjoy the outdoor cafes and wander the lanes of Thira, lined with craft and clothing shops and bakeries and cafes. Ride the funicular to the cliff top, or be adventurous, and do it on mule back! Either way, you will be rewarded with a spectacular sunset over the Aegean.

 

 

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DAY 14 - PIRAEUS, Tokyo (B) Friday
You'll sail into Piraeus early in the morning. Our Athens-based personnel will take you to the airport and smooth your departure heading for Tokyo, air ticket is issued and delivered in Athens , economy class , tax included . Bon Voyage

We’ve planned this visit to Japan to include the essentials: Mount Fuji, traditional Kyoto, and throbbing, modern Tokyo. But consider these just the starting points. We’ll customize your experience of Japan to include the kinds of accommodation that suit you, whether a fine hotel with all the familiar conveniences, or a traditional ryokan (inn) with the charm and serenity that are the hallmarks of Japanese culture. Spend more time shopping in Tokyo or take extra days in Kyoto, visit a Kabuki theater or a hot-springs mountain resort, or shop in an outdoor market alongside the locals. We can arrange it all through our network of local contacts to create an experience of Japan that’s exactly to your measure.

Here’s our suggested itinerary, which we’ll alter to your requirements.

You’ll land at the New Tokyo International Airport (Narita). After clearing immigration, you'll retrieve your baggage and make your way to the shuttle van counter in the arrivals lobby on the first floor. At your option, we can arrange for you to be met and escorted to your transport into town. Welcome to Tokyo! Your ride to your hotel will provide a first view of the Japanese capital, so modern and familiar, and yet so different. Streets are busy but orderly and neat, lights and signs glitter everywhere, alternating with serene green oases. We suggest booking the Grand Palace Hotel for two nights, but we have a wide choice of alternatives. After your long flight, you’ll probably want to unwind on your own and get to know Tokyo at a relaxed pace. There’s a lot to take in, from spotless streets to bicycles left unlocked to vending machines dispensing unexpected products ranging from superb hot coffee in cans to whiskey. Enjoy the wonders of Tokyo, both great and small.

 

 

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Day 15 : TOKYO - Sat - Breakfast
Our plan is to show you the sights of Tokyo this morning. Ascend the Tokyo Tower to the observatory level for a commanding view of the city, and visit the Imperial Palace Plaza. For a taste of the traditional in the midst of the modern bustle, we’ll take you to the Asakusa Kannon Temple, a harmonious melding of design and spirituality. If you choose, we can stop to sample the wares available at the Tasaki Pearl Gallery, a multi-level emporium of pearls and much more, or you might choose to explore the wonders of electronics or even the famed department stores. Other options include a cruise on Tokyo Bay, and a stroll through the exciting neon-lit streets of Ginza. Feel free to wander on your own in one of the safest cities anywhere. We’ll arrange the combination of escorted and independent activities that best suits you.

 

 

 

Day 16 : TOKYO - MOUNT FUJI - HAKONE - KYOTO (BL) - Sun - Breakfast / Lunch
It’s out into the countryside today, to fabled Mount Fuji and its perfect snow-capped cone. Enjoy the neat and lovingly tended farms along the way as you speed through the countryside on a motor coach, approaching and continuing right onto the slopes of Japan’s highest mountain. Our plan is to ascend to the halfway point at 2300 meters (7600 feet) for spectacular views of rolling fields, orchards, lakes, and streams and, of course, up to the mountain itself. Lunch is planned for the Highland Resort, followed by a serene cruise on Lake Ashi, and a breathtaking ride on the Mt. Komagatake aerial tramway. You may choose to spend the night at the resort, or continue to the rail station to board the Bullet Train that will speed you onward to Kyoto. In the latter case, our suggested lodging is the New Miyako hotel for the next two nights, though we can also offer a comfortable traditional inn as well.

 



Day 17 : KYOTO - NARA - KYOTO (BL) - Mon - Breakfast / Lunch
Visit the major sites of Japan’s ancient capital this morning. Among the extraordinary riches of Kyoto are the Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle with its exquisite interiors, Ryoanji Temple, the Higashi Honganji Temple, and the ancient Imperial Palace (not open on weekends or holidays; we can plan your visit accordingly). After lunch at Kyoto's Handicraft Center, you can take in more of Kyoto’s traditional sites, or travel to Nara, first capital of a united Japan. Significant places to visit include the Todaiji Temple with its huge Buddha; the 3000 lanterns of the Kasuga Shrine, and the Deer Park, where the animals are free to roam.

 



Day 18 : Kyoto - Tokyo
- Tuesday ( B) - Breakfast
Experience the Bullet Train back to Tokyo, where we’ll arrange for you to be met and escorted to the Grand Palace Hotel or other lodgings of your choice.
If you stay in Osaka, you may choose to visit Sanjusangendo Hall with its 1,001 impressive images of Buddha, the vermilion-hued Heian Shrine, and Kiyomizu Temple with its wooden verandah. For further explorations, you can wander the charming traditional sections of Kyoto. Perhaps you'll head for Fushimi, in the south of the city, where you'll find charming canals, sake breweries, and, among others, the Fushimi Inari Grand Shrine, with its thousands of bright gates, an expected surprise. We can arrange tours to the Katsura Imperial Villa or the Shugakuin Imperial Villa, according to your time and interests.

 


Day 19 : Departure – Tokyo - New York - Wednesday ( B) - Breakfast
We’ll arrange for your travel to Narita International Airport to begin your homeward journey back to JFK .

 

 

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Golden Pavilion

 

Rates per person in US$ - Double Occupancy

Always outside cabin , with 2 lower beds


Louise Cruises or
Golden Star Cruises
First Class Hotel
Category B  
$ 10,010.00
Category A
$ 10,220.00
Category TB
$ 10,950.00
Category TA
$ 11,330.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Air fare supplement : May - Sep : $ 450, to be added to the rates.
This doesn't apply when you handle your own airfare.

 

 

 

Rate includes:

  • Seven-day cruise to Greek Islands and Turkey.

  • International Air Fare JFK/PARIS/ATHENS round-trip, including tax. Economy class

  • Two nights hotel accommodation in each of Paris & Athens.(For tourist class three-star hotels: Primotel Empire or Fertel Etoile, First class, four-star hotels: Warwick Champs Elysees  , Artus Hotel or Similar : Upgrade to a suite for your Honeymoon in Paris : $180 Per person for the two nights in Paris.)

  • Athens & Paris sightseeing tour as per itinerary including English speaking guide & entrance fees.

  • Breakfast daily at the hotel . Hotel service charges, taxes, and hospitality services .

  • All meals during the cruise.

  • Greeting and assistance on arrival, and transport to hotel (Paris & Athens) , to cruise ship, and back to airport ( Athens & Piraeus)

  • Port taxes .
  • Travel guidebooks
  • Ground transportation and touring in Japan by private vehicle as per itinerary
  • Bullet Train transportation in Japan as per itinerary.

 

 

 

 


Cruise itinerary may vary

 

 

 

Not included:

  • Shore excursions .
  • Gratuities .
  • Personal expenses. 
  • Beverages, and meals not specifically listed.  
  • Trip Cancellation Insurance/Travel Insurance

 

 

 

Mediterranean Breezes
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Clothing on shore:


Look forward to warm, even hot weather with some cooler breezes at night.
Especially for shore excursions, we recommend loose, comfortable cottons or other lightweight clothing.

Some of the tours involve long bus rides and/or considerable walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Please bear in mind that shore excursion coaches are air conditioned and you may wish to bring a light sweater.

On tours that include visits to places of worship, shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted.

 

 

 

 

Your hotel nights in Paris are at :Hotel New Roblin Paris, paris Nile Tour


 

 

 

For Deluxe category we use : 4 stars in Paris : ( Of course upgrade is available for additional $$)
Hotel New Roblin Le Warwick - Champs Elysees, Meridien Montparnasse, Meridien Etoile, Sofitel Grand Arche -La Defense,  
Artus Hotel or Similar

 

 

 

For First Class, we use 3 stars in Paris : ( Of course upgrade is available for additional $$)
A simple, clean, comfortable, centrally-located 3-star hotel, such as the Primotel Empire, Fertel Etoile or Tilsitt. If Paris hotels are heavily booked for a major exposition or trade show during your visit, we may be required to add full fare 3 or 4 -star hotel rates to the tour rates; contact us for exact dates and details.

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