Greece & Croatia Express Virgin Voyages Cruise with Athens Radisson Blu Stays & US$300 Drink Credit
Sail among the ancient beauty scattered across the Mediterranean Sea on this adventure from Athens onboard Virgin Voyages’ ultimate adults-only playground. Beginning with a night of pre-cruise accommodation at Athens’ Radisson Blu Park Hotel, prepare to set sail and discover how the Resilient Lady is more than a cruise ship – it’s an ultra-cool sensation on the seas, with more high-concept dining venues and nightly, festival-inspired entertainment options than you could ever before experience in a single journey. Plus, let the good times roll with US$300 credit to use toward drinks onboard.
Depart from Athens’ Port of Piraeus and sail north to marvel at the UNESCO-World Heritage city of Kotor before heading on to the stunning coastline of Dubrovnik. Drink up Corfu’s island paradise and explore vibrant Mykonos before returning to Athens for one night of post-cruise accommodation, soaking up your final chance to explore Greece’s capital.
Your journey takes you to: Athens (Piraeus), Greece – Kotor, Montenegro – Dubrovnik, Croatia – Corfu, Greece – Mykonos – Athens.
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Your cruise includes:
- 7-night cruise onboard Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady
- One-night each of pre- and post-cruise accommodation at Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Athens (or similar) with breakfast
- US$300 onboard drink credit per person
- All-inclusive dining across 20+ onboard eateries
- Free-flow drip coffee, soft drinks, still and sparkling water, juice and tea
- Unlimited group fitness classes and entertainment
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- All port taxes, plus onboard service charges and gratuities
Dining
- Razzle Dazzle
- Pink Agave
- Test Kitchen
- Gunbae
- The Wake
- Bento Baby
- The Pizza Place
- Extra Virgin
- Diner & Dash
- Burger Bar
- Hot off the Press
- Let’s Taco Bout It
- The Galley
- Lick Me Till…Ice Cream
- Noodle House
- Sun Club Cafe
- The Daily Mix
- The Dock House
- The Social Club Diner
- The Sweet Side
- The Wake
- Well Bread
- Draught Haus
- Grounds Club
- Gym & Tonic
- On the Rocks
- Richard’s Rooftop
- Sip Lounge
- Sun Club Bar
- The Aquatic Club Bar
- The Dock Bar
- The Dock House Bar
- The Loose Cannon
- 24-hour room service
Activities and Entertainment
- Two pools
- Tattoo parlour
- Group fitness classes
- Running track
- Cycling studio
- Indoor gym
- Redemption Spa
- Beauty salon
- Basketball court
- Luxury shopping
- Casino
- Themed events
- Live music
- Comedy/magic shows
- Studio 72 nightclub
- Gaming arcade
- Karaoke
Surcharges apply to select services and facilities
Your cruise begins and ends in Athens, Greece, with one night each of pre- and post-cruise accommodation in Athens.
Check-in at your pre-cruise stay in Athens is available from 3pm on Day 1. Your cruise then departs from the Port of Piraeus at 6pm on Day 2 and returns at 6.30am on Day 9. Check-out from your post-cruise accommodation is at 12pm on Day 10. Information on boarding times will be provided prior to your departure date; please ensure you arrive in time for boarding.
Return flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. Please do NOT book your flights until your cruise is confirmed.
Airport and cruise port transfers are NOT included with your package, please plan accordingly.
A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website Visas Direct to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa please let us know and we would be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.
Day 1: Athens, Greece
Welcome to Athens, the launchpad to your dazzling Mediterranean adventure, and the capital city at the heart of the influential and once powerful Ancient Greecian Empire. Today, you’ll find many still-standing monuments wrought of marble and limestone that date back to the fifth century dotting the hills.
Check in at your pre-cruise stay in Athens for some rest and relaxation ahead of tomorrow’s departure.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Athens (Standard Room) or similar
Day 2: Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel before embarking on your Virgin Voyages cruise this afternoon.
With leisure time in the morning and early afternoon, unearth the beauty of the City of Gods, follow in Socrates’ footsteps and explore more than three millennia of history as you bask in the shadow of the mighty Acropolis, honour Athena at the Parthenon, gaze upon the colossal Panathenaic Stadium and savour delicious souvlaki from one of the tavernas that fill the streets.
Make your own way to the port of Piraeus in time for your 6pm departure.
Accommodation: Virgin Voyages – Resilient Lady
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 3: At Sea
Settle into life on the Resilient Lady today and take advantage of her activities and delicious cuisine. Familiarise yourself with the eateries and make the most of the onboard shows. Pamper yourself with a visit to Redemption Spa – the massive wellness facility includes the world’s first quartz treatment bed at sea, a mud room, salt room, sauna, hammam and wellness treatments to suit every type of sailor. Alternatively, if you’re feeling game, Squid Ink delivers world-class tattoos on the high seas, with a rotating roster of guest artists from around the world.
Accommodation: Resilient Lady
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: Kotor, Montenegro
A UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, the entire city of Kotor is surrounded by stone – both in the form of imposing Saint John’s fortress, buried in the mountains overlooking the citadel, and the towering ancient fortifications protecting it from the bay. Today, be sure to discover the city’s churches, shops, bars, restaurants and hidden pizzerias while enjoying Montenegrin wines, like the red vranac or dry white krstac.
Accommodation: Resilient Lady
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: Dubrovnik, Croatia
Uncover Croatia’s crown jewel, Dubrovnik, hidden behind the 13th-century walls that surround the city. Exuding charm and mystery, Dubrovnik promises an exciting day of exploration. Wander through quaint streets and past centuries-old buildings capped by bright orange roofs, or spend your day splashing in the coastline’s emerald waters, ensconced between high-rising craggy ledges.
Accommodation: Resilient Lady
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Corfu, Greece
Rich in history, with alabaster beaches that overlook the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea, Corfu is a perfect taste of Greek coastal culture. Wander through the streets of Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, or unwind on one of the island’s many beaches.
Accommodation: Resilient Lady
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: At Sea
Relish your final day onboard, savouring Virgin Voyages’s world-class dining and facilities. Take in dramatic ocean views, dine on fare with flare at the many culinary venues, be seen at the moody and sultry Manor nightclub or simply kick back with a cocktail in hand.
Accommodation: Resilient Lady
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Mykonos, Greece
Dazzled by the Aegean sun, arrive at Mykonos, the ‘Island of the Winds’, for two days in paradise. Lose yourself within the labyrinth of whitewashed buildings that line the streets – accented of course by blue, green and red doors and handrails. Soak in the serenity of the pristine coastline, peppered with beach umbrellas, or flock to little Venice for some of the best street food Greece has to offer.
In the evening immerse yourself in the island’s legendary beachside beats and Cycladic stone alleys, teeming with a collective of vibrant nightlife.
Accommodation: Resilient Lady
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 9: Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Arrive back in beautiful Athens at 6.30am this morning and wave a final goodbye to your cruise vessel.
This afternoon, check in for your post-cruise stay and one more night in Greece’s capital. Spend the evening at your leisure exploring the city, and indulge in some well-deserved rest at your hotel with time to reflect on your journey.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Athens, Greece
After breakfast, check out from your accommodation and make your own way to the airport for your flight home or onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast