Athens

Athens and Gem of the Med

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Athens is where the story of Europe begins, with the Acropolis glowing above the city and tavernas spilling into the lanes of Plaka. You fly from the UK to Athens for a two-night 5-star bed-and-breakfast stay, then board Norwegian Gem at Piraeus for seven nights through the Greek Islands and up the Adriatic to Ravenna.

Your route calls at Santorini, Katakolon for Olympia, Corfu and Koper, with Adriatic ports that vary by date. In Ravenna a private transfer takes you to Bologna Airport for your flight home after midday. Free at Sea adds premium drinks, speciality dining, WiFi and shore excursion credit to your full-board cruise. Itinerary shown is for 9 May 2027; ports and order may vary by departure. Twelve sailings run in 2027, so call our cruise team today.

What’s included

  • Flights from the UK to Athens, returning from Bologna
  • 2 nights' 5-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Athens (in hotel featured or similar)
  • Transfer from Ravenna cruise port to Bologna Airport
  • 7-night Mediterranean cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Gem on a full-board basis
  • NCL Free at Sea package added to your cruise: premium drinks, speciality dining, 150 minutes per person WiFi and a USD50 per stateroom per port shore excursion credit
  • Please note activities and sightseeing mentioned in itinerary are optional extras.
  • NB: Please note that hotel taxes and resort fees may be collected at check in at each hotel - Please call for details

Ship

Norwegian Gem

Norwegian Cruise Line

The 93,530 tonne Norwegian Gem was launched in 2007 and was extensively refurbished in 2015 as part of NCL's$400 million Norwegian Edge upgrade programme. This smart sleek looking ship is part of the 4 ship Jewel class that offers a spacious feel to its well laid range of facilities. The ship has 17 dining options and 15 bars on board to give you the freedom to enjoy your cruise exactly as you please with its freestyle dining concept. There are no set dining times and tables – you simply make a reservation in the restaurant of your choice at the time you want to eat.With 17 dining options on board there is something to suit all tastes and plenty of time to try them out during your cruise. There are nine complimentary options included in the price such as a choice of two main dining rooms: Grand Pacific and Magenta. Help yourself in the Garden Cafe or Great Outdoors buffet restaurants. There is a pool side bar and grill; a pub style dining venue - O' Sheehan's and a further 50' style bar and grill overlooking the pool area - Bali Hai. Norwegian Cruise Line really excel with their speciality dining# on-board over and above all other cruise lines; choose from: Le Bistro (French), Moderno Churrascaria (Argentinian), The Orchid Garden (Asian), Cagney's Steakhouse, La Cucina (Italian) and the Teppanyaki (Asian Fusion - hot plate table cooking).The spacious pool is the outdoor hub of the ship with lots going on such as two separate pools, four hot tubs, a waterslide, a Kids pool, bar and even a band stand. The spa is superb with a separate his and her thermal suite plus a mixed area too.

Itinerary

Fly from the UK to Athens and make your way to your hotel for an overnight stay. Divani Caravel Hotel. Fusing contemporary luxury with imitable elegance, Divani Caravel is a stunning hotel located in one of the city's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Combining upscale style with elegant city living, our stylish decor, excellent facilities and fantastic service create a first-class experience and the perfect home away from home. Located just minutes away from all major cultural points and attractions it is definitely your perfect base to explore the beautiful city of Athens.

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May 2027

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OriginStart dateInteriorOceanviewBalconySuite
Stansted7 May 2027Friday£1,689£1,839£2,359£3,139
Stansted21 May 2027Friday£1,999£2,049£2,499£2,599
Stansted4 Jun 2027Friday£1,769£1,829£2,349£2,519
Stansted18 Jun 2027Friday£1,849£1,899£2,389£2,539
Stansted2 Jul 2027Friday£1,699£1,759£2,179£2,299
Stansted16 Jul 2027Friday£1,899£1,979£2,369£2,529
Stansted30 Jul 2027Friday£1,799£1,849£2,259£2,389
Stansted13 Aug 2027Friday£1,799£1,829£2,239£2,449
Stansted27 Aug 2027Friday£1,789£1,799£2,259£2,429
Stansted10 Sep 2027Friday£1,899£2,029£2,699£3,159

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