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.
Seriously Suite Bonus: Upgrade to the Seriously Suite to enjoy US$600 drink credit per person onboard.
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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
IMPORTANT: Purchasing this deal does not complete your booking. A member of the Cruise Team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address. You will then be required to complete your online check-in and print your e-ticket and baggage tags; you will also be able to add drink packages, specialty dining, shore excursions, spa treatments etc.
This Cruise package is valid for the following departure dates:
- 14 June 2025 (cruise departs 15 June 2025)
- 26 July 2025 (cruise departs 27 July 2025)
- 6 September 2025 (cruise departs 7 September 2025)
Booking Process
- Select which package option you would like, taking care to choose the correct cabin option
- Click on the green ‘Check Availability’ tab
- Using the plus or minus adjust the number of people you would like to book then click the ‘View Available Dates & Prices’ tab
- Click the blue ‘Select’ button then the green ‘Review & Payment’ tab at the bottom right of the screen
- Fill out your preferred payment method and click the green ‘Pay Securely Now’ tab
- Once your order is complete, you will receive your Luxury Escapes automated booking summary email (this is not your cruise confirmation). The Cruise Concierge team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address.
- Should you require assistance with your cruise, please contact our Cruise Concierge team at cruises@luxuryescapes.com who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey
IMPORTANT: The Twin-Room Package is valid for ONE PERSON (based on twin room). You must purchase TWO PACKAGES.
Solo Traveller Surcharge: Solo travellers must pay a surcharge and packages are subject to availability. Please contact Luxury Escapes to enquire.
Please note that packages cannot be split.
AMENDMENTS & CHANGES
Name Change or Corrections
- Name corrections may incur a fee.
- Name changes are not permitted.
48-Hour Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee:
- All cruise bookings have a 48-hour ‘Change of Mind Guarantee’ where any monies paid (less unrecoverable costs) within 48 hours of the initial purchase date will be refunded – no questions asked.
- Bookings outside the 48-hour ‘Change of Mind’ window will be non-refundable and non-changeable. Cancellations outside of the 48-hour ‘Change of Mind’ period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Cabin Sizes and Bedding Configuration
This cruise includes the following cabin types:
- The Insider: 9sqm, with a double bed.
- The Sea View: 12sqm, with a double bed and porthole window.
- The Sea Terrace: 17sqm, with a double bed and private balcony.
- Seriously Suite: 32 sqm, with a double bed and private balcony.
Pre/Post-Cruise Accommodation:
- Athens – Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Athens (Standard Room) – Five-Star
IMPORTANT:
- Cabins are on a ‘guarantee’ basis and will be allocated by the cruise line closer to sailing. Specific cabin, deck and location requests cannot be accommodated.
- Some cabins may have obstructed views and/or porthole window.
- Maximum room capacity is one adult for solo travellers, two adults for twin-share cabins/suites/staterooms.
- Wheelchair accessible cabins are not available. They are on application only prior to purchase. Surcharges may apply.
- If for any reason we are unable to book your pre- and/or post-cruise stay at the hotels advertised, we will provide alternative accommodation of similar quality, however package inclusions cannot be carried over and may differ between properties.
- Please contact the Luxury Escapes sales team on sales@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
Standard Inclusions
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
Seriously Suite Upgrade Inclusions
- US$600 onboard drink credit per person
Exclusions
- Return flights
- Visas
- Single supplement
- Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary/inclusions
- Specialty dining
- Shore excursions
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Return airport transfers
- Transfers to/from the cruise ship
Drinks Credit
- A drinks credit of US$300 per adult in included with all The Insider, The Sea View and The Sea Terrace packages. A credit of US$600 per adult is included with all Seriously Suite packages.
- Credit may only be used toward the purchase of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks while onboard Resilient Lady during your cruise.
- Credit must be used before disembarkation and is non-refundable, non-transferable and not redeemable for cash.
Onboard Dining
- Dining times onboard can vary between sailings. We ask for your preference, however, your preferred dining time may not be available. We suggest that you speak with the maitre d’ once onboard.
- Included dining is available at all onboard restaurants.
Itinerary
- In the event of strikes, lockouts, riots, weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, or for any other reason, any scheduled sailing or port of call may be subject to change.
- Some itineraries may include tender ports.
Age Restrictions
- Children are not permitted. Guests under the age of 18 cannot be accommodated on this cruise.
- Guests who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy or later at any time during the cruise cannot be accommodated due to safety concerns. Pregnant guests under 24 weeks must provide a doctor’s letter upon request confirming fitness to travel and estimated due date.
Travel Insurance
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Luxury Escapes recommends purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.
Passports & Visas
- A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they’re holding a current visa for the countries they’re visiting. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
- Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing time.
- A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).
Health & Vaccinations
- Travellers are advised to check recommended vaccinations with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccinations require 30 days or more to be effective.
- Proof of vaccination is not usually required unless you are coming from an infected area.
- Proof of Yellow Fever vaccinations is required for entry into some countries, in particular in Africa. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
- Guests may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 from our ground operator prior to embarkation. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Cruises Concierge team on cruises@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
- Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.
Timings
- Timing provided on the itinerary is based on current schedules provided by Virgin Voyages and can change at any time without notice.
Currency Onboard and Tipping
- The currency onboard is US$.
- Service charges (gratuities) for onboard personnel are included in your package.
Fitness Requirements
- Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility and must be able to negotiate uneven surfaces and climb stairs.
- Disability access is limited during the cruise, please consider this when making your booking.
- Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake any activities in this package. Further, travellers acknowledge and agree that neither Luxury Escapes nor the third-party provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor is Luxury Escapes liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).
Surcharges
Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Our trusted third-party suppliers will inform guests of these changes as soon as possible.
COVID-19 Safe Plan
The cruise line’s COVID-19 policy can be accessed here.
Deposits
The deposit amount is 30% and the final payment date is due 130 days prior to embarkation. Please note: other deposit options may be available on your package which differ from the above and which will be outlined in the ‘fine print’ and payment section of the specific package.
PLEASE NOTE:
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.
Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change. While the cruise line will make all reasonable efforts to provide a cruise in accordance with the published schedules and itineraries, factors such as weather, mechanical difficulties or other unforeseen circumstances may affect scheduled itineraries.
Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking summary email for details.
Please note this cruise is operated by Virgin Voyages, one of our trusted partners. You will be contacted post-purchase with further details.