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Would you like to follow your own ideas in Athens? In this case we would like to recommend the use of an air- conditioned car or van with your own driver.
Professional English speaking guides are also available at an additional cost (the drivers do not speak English).

• The Acropolis, naturally! Don't be tourist, race up the hill to visit the Parthenon and leave. Take the time to explore the entire lower section at the foot of the Acropolis as well. Linger in the surroundings of the hill and visit the Theatre of Herodes and the Theatre of Dionysus among other sites. It is worth your while and makes for a much more rewarding experience (allow no less than 90 minutes for a relaxing visit). Note: The small museum on top of the Acropolis is currently (2007) closed for renovation.
• A nice stop for photos of the Acropolis can be had from the nearby Pnyx Hill; this stop only takes a few minutes but the pictures will last forever.
• Once you have completed your visit of the Acropolis and surrounding area, a nice walk can be enjoyed if you exit the grounds of the Acropolis via the north entrance near the Stoa of Attalos, the Roman Agora and the Tower of the Winds. From there it is an enjoyable walk through the Old Athens (Plaka district) past Antique and souvenir stores as well as galleries, ending up at the city center and Syntagma Square where you can also find the Parliament building and the Grand Bretagne Hotels. Take your time during this walk; it can be done in a quick 45 minutes. But we are sure that you will want to linger so allow at least twice as much time; and once you are off the Acropolis hill, the entire rest of the walk is on mostly flat surfaces, unless you select to walk up some of the slopes in the Plaka.
• Mount Lycabettus for amazing views of the city
• "THE" famous National Archaeological Museum (how much time do you have? You can spend days in there). The museum is looking better than ever having been renovated for the 2004 Olympics.
• The Benaki Museum (varied and interesting, 60 minutes or more). The outdoor rooftop restaurant is popular with locals.
• The Museum of Cycladic Art, small but worth a visit (about 30-45 minutes). The small courtyard is a nice place to take a coffee break.
• The Lalaounis Jewelry Museum in Acropolis area
• "If you wish to explore the outskirts of the city as well, the drive along the coast to Cape Sounion is highly recommended. The setting of the Temple of Poseidon and the views across the Aegean Sea are spectacular.
  NOTE: All of the above sites and museums are open on Sunday!
• Should your visit fall on a Sunday, you may wish to stroll through the "Flea Market" in the Plaka district. There you will also find many shops, catering to visitors, open even on a Sunday.
• For lunch the choices are many. We would like to recommend restaurants with a local flavor such as one of the many restaurants located at Microlimano the charming fishing harbour half way between Piraeus and Athens. Or, one of the tavernas in the Plaka district of Athens.
• If you are planning dinner in Athens, our favorite is the rooftop restaurant at the beautiful Grand Bretagne Hotel in the centre of Athens (early reservations are essential). The night views of the Acropolis are simply stunning and the food is delicious; for a romantic dinner, it is hard to beat. The restaurant is also open for lunch (from 1:00 PM) but in our view, it can get a bit warm up there during the day.

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Duration 4-8 hours

Price 349 USD

Is this your first visit to Athens? Has it been some time since your last visit? If you have visited Athens previously, you will be amazed by the many positive changes the city has made in order to prepare for the 2004 Summer Olympics. We invite you to join us on this Athens discovery to provide you with a general overview of the city as well as a walking discovery of the greater Acropolis and Plaka areas. Your morning will begin with a drive from Piraeus to Athens (approximately 30 minutes on a Sunday) followed by a panoramic overview of Athens in order to orientate you with its sites and the general layout of the city (this will be helpful if you plan any independent afternoon activities in Athens). Some of the sites you will come across are the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the first Olympic Stadium and the Constitutional Square with the Parliament before reaching the Acropolis. Then it's on your feet for some exercise. Built on a rocky plateau dominating Athens, the site continuous to amaze visitors. Your local expert will provide you with a historical perspective as you walk to the top of the hill in order to reach the famous Parthenon building for a closer look at the ancient Greek buildings as well as stunning views over Athens. Continue through the lower archaeological area and exit the site for an orientation walk through the old town Plaka area, famous for its antique and tourist shops, restaurants, cafes and galleries. Following this interesting walk it is back to your vehicles for the drive to Piraeus and your SeaDream yacht. Or, you may wish to remain in town and return on your own later in the afternoon by taxi (at your own expense). Come and see the new Athens with SeaDream!

Notes Please wear comfortable walking shoes. This adventure includes uphill walking as well as walking on flat and uneven surfaces. Expect to be on your feet for approximately two to two and one-half hours. A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. This program is booked

Duration 4 hours

Price 109 USD

Airport to pier transfers in Piraeus can be arranged and purchased from "STAT" via e-mail: info@stathellas.gr, telephone: +30 210 4586 400 or fax: +30 210 4292 060.

Port Information: The yacht is docked at Piraeus Main Port "Passenger Terminal" 10, Akti Miaouli Street, Piraeus. Passenger Terminal is located close to St.Nicolas church and behind Piraeus Port Authorities exhibition center. Port Agent Information: Scandinavian Near East Agency S.A 35 - 39 Akti Miaouli P.O. Box 80010 - 80012 GR 185 " 10 Piraeus Greece Phone: + (30) 210 4292122 Fax: + (30) 210 4292086 E-Mail: info@sneal.gr Distance Airport To Port: Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport to Piraeus Port, Distance = 25 Miles. Travel Documents: All guests must be in possession of a valid passport, necessary visas and health documents as required by all countries visited. These travel documents are the responsibility of the individual guest.

Notes We regret that in order to perform the necessary maintenance, the yacht cannot accept guests prior to the scheduled 2 pm embarkation time. Disembarkation Information: Guests will be informed on board about disembarkation procedures

SeaDream's View: Once the private residence of a wealthy expatriate Greek, the Hotel Grande Bretagne is an architectural landmark and the historic Grande dame of the city. It was recently lavishly restored and converted to a palace hotel. We at SeaDream think it is one of Europe's finest hotels. We absolutely love its convenient location - the best in Athens, and within walking distance from the fashionable Kolonaki Square with exclusive shopping, entertainment, restaurants and cafes. Also within walking distance are important museums and the historic and picturesque old quarter of Plaka with taverns, open-air coffee shops, flea market and souvenir shops. The hotel offers 321 rooms but we recommend at least a deluxe room or one of the only 22 Junior Suites; so book early and ask for one that offers splendid views of the Acropolis, Parliament and National Gardens. We also enjoy the outdoor roof top pool and highly recommend dinner in the GB Roof Garden Restaurant. Why? You'll never forget the view, the delicious food and the mix of local and international guests that fill the restaurant nightly. Reserve early and enjoy. Don't forget to visit their web site for more information and photos. For convenient one-stop hotel and transfer bookings, please contact: "STAT" via e-mail: info@stathellas.gr, telephone: +30 210 4292 122 or fax: +30 210 4292 060.

Notes Address: Constitution Square, 10 563 Athens, Greece Phone: +30 210 333 0000 Site: http://www.grandebretagne.gr

This tour gives us the opportunity to see what lies beyond the Bodrum town limits. Our local guide takes us on a tour of discovery around the Bodrum peninsula. We begin with a drive through the summer holiday town of Bodrum and continue to the highest point on the peninsula to view the historical windmills (no, you are not in Mykonos!). This is a good stop for your guide to provide us with some historical information on Bodrum. This is also a "Kodak" moment ....looking down on SeaDream and the Bodrum Port. Our next stop is at the historical Myndos gateway where Alexander the Great entered into Ancient Hallicarnassus in 334BC. We continue our journey through the village of Ortakent where we will make a brief stop at the Ortakent traditional Turkish Public Market. Continue through local olive orchards and enjoy a beautiful view of the Bodrum Bay. Ahead lies the village of GUmUsluk, whose name is derived from the Turkish word "GUmUs," meaning silver. Refreshments of Turkish pastry with cheese are served in a local authentic fish restaurant at GUmUsluk, where strict building conditions have maintained the seafront's original fishing village charm. Ponder the fact that your feet are on historical ground, as you stand at the harbor front of ancient Myndos. At low tide, one can literally walk to a small island situated to the right of the cove. The tour concludes with a scenic return drive to Bodrum and the ship.

Notes Please Note: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Bring along a hat and sunscreen, as temperatures can be high. A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. All adventures and prices in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Final tour details will be announced onboard.

Duration 4 hours

Price 99 USD

We hope you join us on this walk through history. We start out with a visit to the Bodrum Castle, which towers over the town. Built by the Order of the Knights of St.John, construction was commenced in 1402. It is a splendid example of medieval western military architecture. It has a massive conglomeration of courtyards, turrets, galleries and sunken gardens. Today, it also houses the Museum of Underwater Archeology. This museum, the most important of its kind in the world, contains treasures from a series of historic wrecks discovered along Turkey's southern shores, including the world's oldest known shipwreck, a 14th century B.C. vessel. Also on display in the castle's Gothic Chapel is a full-scale reconstruction of part of an Eastern Roman wreck from the 7th century A.D. We will then visit the Carian Princess exhibit which evokes the last days of the ancient greatness of Halicarnassus, the capital city of Caria and the site on which today's Bodrum stands. It is a reminder of the dynasty that ruled Caria until the city fell to the Macedonian armies of Alexander the Great in 334 BC., a disaster from which it never recovered. Taking the impressions from this exhibit with us, we will stroll through the town with whitewashed houses to the Ancient Mausoleum, which is Bodrum's oldest antiquity and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Built by Queen Artemisia II in honor of her husband King Mausolos, the entire structure originally stood over 150 feet tall. The term for a large tomb is derived from the King's name. Little remains of the mausoleum after the Knights had helped themselves to building materials for their castle, however our guide will bring it to life for us. After our visit through the ruins you can choose to walk back to the pier or join a shuttle bus back to the pier and board SeaDream.

Notes This is a walking tour involving many steps which have been worn smooth with time and can therefore be slippery. Wear comfortable, rubber-soled shoes. The walk between Bodrum Castle and the Mausoleum takes approx 15 mins. A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. All adventures and prices in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Final tour details will be announced onboard.

Duration 3 hrs 30 mins.

Price 89 USD

Enjoy a dive in the fascinating waters off the port of Bodrum. Depart the yacht by boat with the Padi Qualified local Dive Center for this introduction to the wonderful marine life of Bodrum. Whether you are newly certified or an advanced diver the area has all the diving opportunities you need. The Big Reef famous for it's amphoras, varieties of multicolored fish, pieces of wreckage and more. The depth starts at 7m (25 ft) to 35m (100ft). Also in this area is the The Small Reef which is just as fascinating. It lies approx 200 meters from the Big Reef towards Bodrum. This also offers a wonderful array of marine life. The depth ranges from 5m (15 ft) to 26m(50ft).and is just 15 min.from the harbour. Your Dive Instructor will choose the area for the dive depending on the weather conditions. After your diving experience you will be taken back to the ship by boat. Note: THE DIVE PROGRAMME IS OFFERED FOR CERTIFIED DIVERS ONLY. CERTIFIED DIVERS NEED TO BRING THEIR PADI " CMAS CARDS OR OTHER PROOF OF CERTIFICATION, THIS INCLUDES A LOG BOOK.

Notes Please wear your swimsuit under your clothing and bring a towel, spare t-shirt and sunblock. Waiver release form must be signed and any medical conditions must be disclosed. Bring your C – card.

Duration 2 hours 30 minutes

Price 179 USD

The charm of Hydra town certainly lies in her rich history, beautiful port and waterfront unspoiled by motorized vehicles. The island offers a rugged charm and some spectacular scenes, and makes the perfect place for some self-exploration.

A renowned Greek chef will introduce you to the gastronomical culture and heritage of Santorini island and teach you how the experts prepare the exquisite Greek cuisine. Starting from the Old port you will take the cable car up to Fira town where you will be met by your guide. Together you will walk along the narrow cobblestone streets before you board your mini-bus for a drive to one of the most beautiful traditional settlements of the island, the village of Megalochori. Arriving at the village you will take a walk through the stone cobbled streets of the village admiring its impressive mansions before you reach the charming restaurant located within one of these old traditional mansions. Upon arrival at the restaurant you will be greeted by the owner and well known Greek Chef while being offered a glass of Santorinian wine and taking a few bites of the unique Santorinian products. The chef and his team will be then give you a brief introduction to Cycladic island cuisine and particularly to the local products of Santorini like capers, fava (small yellow peas), cherry tomatoes and local cheeses. As this is an interactive "hands on" cooking class, you put on your apron and get ready to mix and mingle the ingredients in order to prepare an entire Greek menu consisting of the appetizers, the salad, the main course and the dessert. Once the dishes are prepared you will be able to sit back in the beautiful and relaxing veranda and enjoy a tasteful Greek meal you have just prepared accompanied by a delicious Santorinian wine. As a souvenir of your class you will given a booklet of the recipes of the dishes you have prepared and you get to keep your apron to use at your next barbeque back home! Following a memorable experience you will board your coach for your drive back to Fira town where you can either stay and explore on your own or make your way to the cable car and back to the yacht.

Notes Flat and comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. This program is booked onboard only so please make your reservations as soon as possible after boarding to avoid disappointment. All adventures and prices in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Not all of the land adventures shown will be offered on all voyages and departure times are subject to change. Final pricing and departures times will be published onboard.

Duration 4 hours

Price 249 USD

If you have been to Santorini before, you have admired the view of the volcanic caldera from high up on the cliffs of the whitewashed villages of Fira or Oia. You may, then, have wondered about the two islands in the center of the caldera. These are the two small uninhabited volcanic islands called Nea ("New") Kameni and Palea ("Old") Kameni. On this land adventure you will have the opportunity of visiting these islands. A local caique will take you from ship's side for a 15-minute boat trip up to Nea Kameni. The sail will take you along the volcanic shores with the peculiar rock formations. The black volcanic rocks contrast wildly with the white pumice, offering impressive views. After disembarking the caique, a 30 minute hike will take you to the crater of the still active volcano. During your walk up on an ascending path you will have the opportunity to observe lava fragments and the volcanic rock formations. Once you have reached the crater you will have time to relax and enjoy the view of Santorini Island and the amazing cliff-walls of the caldera. Descenting back to the caique, you leave the volcanic island and sail towards the thermal springs of Palea Kameni. The boat will pass by the green sulphur-stained warm waters with temperature that reach 37 degrees centigrade. From there you will continue your boat trip towards back to the yacht. Please note: There is no shade on the volcano and you should wear appropriate sun protection. Good walking shoes are required and you should consider the nature of this tour when booking.

Notes A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. All adventures and prices in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Not all of the land adventures shown will be offered on all voyages and departure times are subject to change. Final pricing and departures times will be published onboard.

Duration 2.5 hours

Price 119 USD

On this land adventure we will visit one You have an incredible opportunity to visit one of the most important prehistoric settlements of the Aegean, Akrotiri Archaeological site and the picturesque village of Oia. Could Akrotiri really be the lost city of Atlantis?? One of the reasons Santorini has attracted the world’s attention is the excavation at Akrotiri, which reclaimed a whole prehistoric Minoan city from the volcanic ash. The prehistoric site of Akrotiri is in the south-western tip of the island and was discovered in 1967 by Professor Spyros Marinatos as it was buried by the widespread Theran eruption in the middle of the second millennium BC. The excavations brought into light a remarkably well-preserved site with two and three-story homes decorated with marvelous wall paintings and frescoes, an advanced drainage system and many interesting objects, artworks, potteries and furniture which give a picture of a society which was very well organized and at the peak of prosperity. This was interrupted suddenly by the eruption of the volcano, which buried the entire city. An ambitious modern bio-climatic roof top structure protects this important archaeological settlement where excavation works are still in progress. Your SeaDream Land Adventure continues crossing the entire island and after a 30 minute drive you will reach the northeast part of the island and its most picturesque town, Oia. Once a major fishing harbor it is now the calmest place on the island. Built high up on the ridge of red rocks it offers breathtaking views of the blue Aegean. You leave your coaches for a stroll around the narrow streets with the old beautiful houses and the tiny picturesque shops. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the caldera cliff and wander in the narrow streets for shopping or a cup of coffee during your free time in the village. Returning to Fira town you can either take the cable car down to the port or wander around the narrow streets with the various shops and take a later cable car. For those SeaDream Active guests, you can also walk down the path back to Skala Fira (port). Now that the site has re-opened, we highly recommend you join us on this wonderful land adventure.

Notes A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. All adventures and prices in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Not all of the land adventures shown will be offered on all voyages and departure times are subject to change. Final pricing and departures times will be published onboard.

Duration 4 hours

Price 109 USD

On this SeaDream Land Adventure, you will have the opportunity to visit the most photographed villages in the world, Oia, walk through the cobblestone streets and the numerous artistic shops. Drive around the island and walk in the picturesque Megalochori village and have a wine sampling in one of the island‘s famous wineries. As you may have heard, the lines for the cable car can be long – we have taken this stress out of the equation. We have organized a private motor launch to take you 15 minutes scenically across the caldera and disembark you at the port of Athinios. From there you head north to the most picturesque town of Oia. Once a major fishing harbor it is now the calmest place on the island. Built high up on the ridge of red rocks, it offers breathtaking views of the blue Aegean Sea. You leave your coaches for a stroll around the narrow streets with the old beautiful houses and the tiny picturesque shops. Continuing your land adventure, you will board your motor coaches and drive to Megalochori village. Megalochori is one of the most representative villages of Santorini, having kept almost intact its features. Typical traditional Cycladic houses, neoclassical buildings and small houses dug in the volcanic rock blend together with harmony. A guided walking excursion around the narrow streets of the village will follow. You can't fail to notice that this village is surrounded by vineyards which is the “heart” of the island's local industry. Here you will have the opportunity to visit one of the island´s oldest establishments the Gavalas Winery. Here you will taste some of the best wines in Santorini, renowned for their quality. The owner Mr. Gavalas, will be happy to host you in his very old CANAVA and together with one of his assistants will guide you around giving you information about the history of the winery and the wine making process. Returning to Fira town you can either take the cable car down to the small port or wander around the narrow streets with the various shops and take a later cable car to the old port and board your tender back to your SeaDream yacht. For those that want to walk down or take the Donkey these options are also available to you – simply ask your guide.

Notes A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity. This program is booked onboard only so please make your reservations as soon as possible after boarding to avoid disappointment. All adventures and prices in the SeaDream Yachting Land Adventures program are subject to change. Not all of the land adventures shown will be offered on all voyages and departure times are subject to change. Final pricing and departures times will be published onboard.

Duration 4 hours

Price 129 USD