Vacations To Go

 

Greece and Turkey

 

Day 1 Monday September 29
Jen:    
2:33 p.m. Depart: Portland
3:43 p.m. Arrive: Spokane

 

Day 2 Tuesday September 30
  Do: Pack
     

 

Day 3 Wednesday October 1
6:20 a.m. Depart: Spokane
  Do: Seats 23AB, 24AB
11:05 a.m. Arrive: Minneapolis
  Do: Lunch
4:00 p.m. Depart: Minneapolis
  Do: Seats 44AB, 43AB

 

Day 4 Thursday October 2
6:55 a.m. Arrive: Amsterdam
8:30 a.m. Depart: Amsterdam
  Do: Seats 20AB, 21AB
12:45 p.m. Arrive: Athens, Greece
    (Exit 4 and exit 5 arrives every 30-60 miutes)
  Do: Bus X95 5.50 (1 hr)
  Arrive: Syntagma Square
  Do: Catch the Red M2 south to Sygroup-Fix
    (Go left on Hwy 91/Leof.Andrea Siggrou. At the light turn right on Anastasiou Zinni at the Bread Factory, then right on Dimitrakopoulou. There is a pastrie shop on the corner. On the left side to the left of the Fugi Film studio.)
2:00 p.m.   Leave luggage
    (Go right on Dimitrakopoulou. Take the 1st left on Anastasiou Zinni. In 3 blocks at the light cross the street and turn left on Hwy 91/Leof.Andrea Siggrou to metro station Sygrou-Fix. Take the red M2 north to Syntagma Square.)
  Do: Rick Steve's Athen's City Walk
    (Take Monasturaki blue M3 to Syntagma metro. Change metros to the red M2 to Sygrou-Fix.)
  Lodge: Relaxing by Acropolis € 448
74 Dimitrakopoulou
Athens, 11741 Greece
Cancel by September 24
(2 twins and 1 full bed, living room, kitchen-no microwave, wifi, coffee maker, washing machine and dining area, balcony with inner courtyard views, AC, elevator, minimarket)

 

Day 5 Friday October 3
8:15 a.m. Depart: Hotel
    (Walk left on Dimitrakopoulou. Turn left on Misaraliotou. Go right on Mitseon or Kariatidon. Go left on Dionysiou Areopagitou. Turn righton Theorias. Take the path right to the ticket office..)
9:00 a.m. Do: Acropolis (8-6:30) €36
Timed Ticket
    (When the walk ends, go straight out the entrance. Turn right on Dionysiou Areopagitou. On the left side go left before the Rousseas & Associates Architects Bldg.)
1:00 p.m. See: Acropolis Museum (9-8) €20/€10
Timed ticket
Lunch- Cafe
(8-5)
https://www.theacropolismuseum.gr/sites/default/files/2025-07/BREAKFAST_SNACK_COFFEE_0.pdf
    (Go back to Dionysiou Areopagitou. Turn right. Go left on Hwy 91. On the right side.)
    Arch of Hadrian
    (Continue right on Hwy 91. On the right side.)
    Zappeio Roman Baths (8-8) (Free)
    (Continue right on Leof. Vasilisis Amalias/Hwy 91. On the right side.)
    National Garden/Roman Ruins
    (On the north side of the park take M2 at Syntagma Square south to Sygrou-Fix. Go left on Hwy 91/Leof.Andrea Siggrou. At the light turn right on Anastasiou Zinni at the Bread Factory, then right on Dimitrakopoulou. On the left side to the left of the Fugi Film studio.)
  Lodge: Relaxing by Acropolis

 

Day 6 Saturday October 4
    (Walk left on Dimitrakopoulou. Turn right on Parthenonos. Walk 2 blocks. On the right side at Leof. Andrea Siggrou road.)
7:30 a.m.   NLH FIX Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotel
Leof. Andrea Siggrou 65
  Do: Bus to pick-up spot
8:30 a.m. Do: Delphi Day trip with an expert guide, museum and lunch ($596.64 for 4)
Immerse yourself in the myths and monuments of classical Greece on this full-day tour of Delphi from Athens. Explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site of Delphi with a guide and learn how the city was considered the ‘Center of the World’ in ancient Greece. Stand in awe before the dramatically situated Temple of Apollo, then discover long-lost wonders at the Delphi Archeological Museum, including the Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos.
Visit the Delphi archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
See incredible monuments from ancient Greece like the Temple of Apollo (1.5 hrs)
Delphi Archaeological Museum (1 hr)
Stop in the pretty towns of Archova and Levadia on the journey back to Athens
Upgrade to include lunch for a complete experience.
    (Go right/north to the red M2. Go south to Siggrou-Fix. Go left on Hwy 91/Leof.Andrea Siggrou. At the light turn right on Anastasiou Zinni at the Bread Factory, then right on Dimitrakopoulou. On the left side to the left of the Fugi Film studio.)
  Lodge: Relaxing by Acropolis

 

Day 7 Sunday October 5
    (Walk right to Anastasiou Zinni. Turn left. Go left on Hwy 91/Leof. Andrea Siggrou. Take the red M2 north to Syntagna Square. Switch to the the blue M3 going west. Get off at Monastiraki. Go right to Areos. Turn right on Adrianou. On the left side.)
10:00 a.m. Do: Ancient Agora (8-6) €20/10 65+
Timed ticket
    (Walk right on Adrianou. Turn left on Nisou and right on Ifesou. Take the Monasiraki green M1 metro north to Biktoria. Walk left on 3is Septemvriou. Turn left on Ipeirou. Go past Patision. On the right side.)
2:00 p.m.   National Archaeological Museum (8-8) €12
Timed ticket
    (Go left on Patision. Turn right on Pl Omonias. Take red M2 south to Syntagma Square. Walk south on Leof Vasillisis Amalias. Turn left Leof. Vasilissis Olgas. On the left side.)
    Temple of Olympian Zeus (8-6) €20/10 65+
Timed ticket
    (Go back to red M2. Go south to Sygrou-Fix. Walk left on Leof. Andrea Siggrou. Turn right on Anastasiou Zinni. Go right on Dimitrakopoulou. On the left side.)
  Lodge: Relaxing by Acropolis

 

Day 8 Monday October 6
10:00 a.m.   (Walk right on Dimitrakopoulou. Turn left on Anastasiou Zinni. Turn right at Hwy 91 looking for bus #40 sign.)
  Do: Bus #40
11:30 a.m.   Check-in
5:00 p.m.   Embark on Celebrity Infinity
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 9 Tuesday October 7
8:00 a.m. Arrive: Chania (Port of Souda) , Greece
9:00 a.m.-
1:30 p.m.

  Destination Highlight: Akrotiri and the Old Town $80.99 (4.5 hrs)
Discover the Venetian heritage of Crete as you explore the town of Chania and its impressive landmarks. Your tour begins at the British Commonwealth War Cemetery, the resting place of 1,527 of the known 2,000 British Commonwealth soldiers. Continue to Agia Triada Monastery (Holy Trinity) of Jagarolon, dating back to the end of the Venetian occupation of Crete. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore Chania and its array of neoclassical mansions and Venetian fortifications. IQ05

Travel to Akrotiri Area and explore the small church of Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elijah).
Visit the Venizelos Tombs, the resting place of the famous Greek statesman Eleftherios Venizelos and his son, Sophocles.
Explore the monastery and museum, and learn about the monks

* Short pants, tank tops and revealing clothing are not acceptable. The drive to/from Souda Port is approximately 30 minutes each way. Guests who miss the return transportation will be responsible for getting back.Excursion involves walking approximately 1 mile over various surfaces with steps. Shopping hours/closure dates should be reviewed in the introduction section of Chania, Greece. At Chania city there is a walking distance of 15 minutes from parking lot to the city center.
6:00 p.m. Depart: Chania
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 10 Wednesday October 8
  Do: Sea Day
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 11 Thursday October 9
7:00 a.m. Arrive: Istanbul
8:45 a.m.-
4:45 p.m.
  Classical Istanbul $245.99 (8 hrs)
  • Next, visit the Mosque of Sultan Ahmed I, otherwise known as The Blue Mosque, which is renowned for its architectural harmony, proportion, and elegance, and is unique as it is the only original mosque in the world with six minarets.
  • Head over to Topkapi Palace, a great walled complex hugging the shores of the Bosphorus and Golden Horn, which was once home to three centuries of Ottoman sultans.
  • Your next stop is St. Sophia Museum, which originated in A.D. 326 under Constantine the Great, and is now the most important Byzantine monument in Istanbul, famous for its immense dome and beautiful frescoes and mosaics.
  • Drive over the Golden Horn into Istanbul's most historic district to reach the ancient Hippodrome, which was the center of Byzantium life for over 1,000 years, and the social center of the Ottoman Empire for 400 years.
  • During your time in the Grand Bazaar, you may view a presentation on the unique art of Turkish carpets.
  • After a delicious Turkish lunch, visit one of the most colorful sites in the ancient city; the Grand Bazaar, which is composed of two sections: the exotic covered part with a maze of vendor stalls, and the modern part, which offers the best artwork.
  • Local alcoholic drinks and water, tea, and coffee with local pastries are included during carpet demo.
  • There is uneven ground, cobblestone, stairs, and paved sidewalk in the Old City.
  • Blue Mosque and the gallery section of St. Sophia Museum are not wheelchair-accessible.
  • Shorts are not allowed in the mosques and shoulders must be covered during mosque visit.
  • Water and tea or coffee are included.
  • Additional food and drinks are available for purchase.
  • Lunch is included on this tour.
  • Tour order may vary.
  • Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of guests in order to operate.
  • Guests must be of legal age to drink alcohol.
  • Alcohol may be available, please drink responsibly.
8:00 p.m.-
11:00 p.m.

  Panoramic Drive by Night $15.99 (3 hrs)
Embark on a panoramic journey through Asia with breathtaking photo stops at Beylerbeyi Park and a scenic drive to the old city. Take in the stunning views and capture the beauty of the surroundings before continuing your exploration. As you arrive in the old city, indulge in a short photo stop to capture the essence of its historical charm. Witness iconic landmarks such as Sultanahmet Camii (Blue Mosque), Ayasofya (Hagia Sophia), and the Hippodrome, each offering a glimpse into Istanbul's rich cultural heritage. Continue back to the port driving over Galata Bridge
  • See the lights of the Old City sparkle on an evening drive over the Golden Horn via the Galata Bridge to see the Sea Walls of Constantinople on the shores of Propontis and overlooking the Sea of Marmara.
  • Stop for photos of the magnificent of Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmet Mosque, as it was built over a seven-year period in 1609 by Sultan Ahmet.
  • See the German Fountain and Obelisks in the Byzantine Hippodrome, once at the heart of then- Constantinople’s political and sporting life and now a tranquil city park.
  • Continue past St. Sophia Mosque, built in the sixth century and an outstanding example of Byzantine architecture, then back to the port crossing over Ataturk Bridge.
  • Tour involves minimal, optional walking.
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 12 Friday October 10
  See: Istanbul
1:00 p.m.-
5:00 p.m.

  Mystical Istanbul $167.99 (4 hrs)
  • Travel over the Golden Horn to the ancient city of Istanbul, stopping at St. Sophia Museum, which served as a mosque during the Ottoman period and is now the most important Byzantine monument in Istanbul, famous for its immense dome, beautiful frescoes, and mosaics.
  • Conclude your day with a visit to the Spice Market, where you can see and smell the exotic products of this mystical city during your free time here.
  • Finally, you have the option to visit an authentic jewelry craft center, where you can find the latest works of jewelry art and get a wonderful panoramic view of the city.
  • Continue on to the Basilica Cistern, known as "The Underground Palace," which was built in the sixth century to supply water to the nearby palace complex and is considered the most magnificent covered cistern in all of Istanbul.
  • The gallery section of St. Sophia Museum and the Underground Cistern are not accessible for disabled passengers.
  • Guests with cardio problems might have difficulty in the cistern due to too much humidity inside.
  • Additional snacks and foods are available for purchase in the Spice Market.
  • The gallery section of the Museum of St. Sophia is not included in the tour.
  • Permission is required at St. Sophia Museum, Underground Cistern, and Spice Market, which are subject to prior documentation and fee, to take photos or videos.
  • You must be able to walk approximately one mile in total over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines, and 60 to 75 steps.
  • Watch your step at all times to avoid injuries.
  • If you miss the coach, transportation to the vessel is your responsibility and at your expense.
  • Be on time for the return coach as a courtesy to fellow participants.
  • The underground Cistern is still closed due to ongoing renovation. This location will be replaced with smaller version called Serefiye Cistern.
  • You must be able to walk approximately 4 miles.
8:00 p.m. Depart: Istanbul
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 13 Saturday October 11
  Do: Day at Sea
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 14 Sunday October 12
8:00 a.m. Arrive: Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
8:45 a.m.-
2:15 p.m.

See: Destination Highlight: The Highlights of Ephesus with Lunch $146.99 (5.5 hrs)
Arrive through the Turkish countryside to the House of Virgin Mary where the mother of Jesus is said to have spent the last years of her life. Three Roman Catholic popes (Pope Paul VI, Pope John Paul II, and Pope Benedictus the 16th) have visited. Outside is the Fountain of Our Lady where you can collect water from the holy foundation. Then it's off to the Open Air Museum of Ephesus. Pass the Magnesia gate and enter the administrative section. You'll see the Odeon, the Fountain of Trajan, the steam baths of Scholastika, temple of Hadrian and the most famous structure, the Library of Celsus. Next you'll see the Grand Theater, where St. Paul preached. It is one of the largest theaters in antiquity with a capacity of 24,000 seats. Then relax at a five-star hotel over a typical Turkish buffet lunch of cold appetizers and assorted main courses, with tea or coffee. At the conclusion of your lunch, your bus will take you back to Kusadasi, with a refreshment stop and a brief presentation by local carpet makers. Or, if you wish, you may return directly to the ship, which is within walking distance.
  • Tour the home where the Blessed Virgin Mary is said to have spent the last years of her life.
  • View Ephesus's most important ruins, including the Odeon, the Fountain of Trajan, the steam baths of Scholastika, Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus, and the Grand Theater.
  • Browse downtown Kusadasi, pop into interesting shops, and chat with locals.
  • On this tour, guests may encounter considerable walking over uneven surfaces including gravel, dirt, and cobblestones, with some inclines and many steps.
  • The order of the tour may vary.
  • This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues.
  • Full participation in this tour may require extended periods of walking over even and uneven surfaces, and/or steep terrain. There may be steps, inclines, cobblestone surfaces, and extended periods of standing. Participants with physical limitations should take this into account.
  • Alcohol may be available, please drink responsibly. Guests must be of legal age to drink alcohol.
  • -transferable and not combinable with Captain Club discounts or any other offer or promotion.
  • In no event shall Celebrity Cruises be liable for any accident or harm to passenger, which occurs as a result of any acts, omissions, or negligence of any independent contractors.
  • Guest must be prepared with comfortable shoes, hat, shades and solar protection for high temperatures.
7:00 p.m. Depart: Kusadasi
  Lodge: Celebrity Inifinity

 

Day 15 Monday October 13
8:00 a.m. Arrive: Rhodes, Greece
8:30 a.m.-
1:00 p.m.
  Journey to Lindos and Acropolis $118.99 (4.5 hrs.)
Drive past the ancient walls of Old Rhodes and through the bustling city center en route to the village of Lindos. Follow the picturesque coastline past sweeping vineyards. Travel through tiny Grecian hamlets, and relish the crisp fragrance of orange and lemon groves leading to this charming town nestled on St. Paul’s Bay. Climb to the top of its ancient Acropolis for a guided exploration revealing the myths and mysteries of its temples, churches and fortifications. Wonder at the Doric Temple of Athena, built in the 4th century BC and soak up panoramic vistas of the turquoise bay and whitewashed homes of Lindos below. Venture into town to stroll along narrow streets dotted with merchants selling handcrafted ceramics and crocheted linens on this tour that marries the epic history and local charm of the Greek Isles.
  • Take a walking tour to discover historic Lindos, once a mighty city of ancient Greece.
  • Enjoy panoramic views from the Acropolis of the city of Lindos and St. Pauls’ Bay.
  • Climb to the top of this incredible archeological ruin located on the eastern shores of Rhodes.
  • Excursion involves 1 mile over even/cobblestone surfaces built on an incline.
  • Guests must climb 292 steps to reach the Lindos Acropolis.
  • Guests may be required to wait in long lines to enter some of the popular sites.
  • During high season, a small bus makes round trip transfers for guests with limited mobility.
  • Drive to/from Rhodes is approximately 1 hour each way.
  • Rhodes is famous for pottery and ceramic art. Guests participating on this tour will have a stop at a traditional Ceramic workshop to enjoy a short demonstration and shop.
  • Tour buses park in the upper level parking lot. The walk downhill and return uphill is approximately 0.2 miles.
2:00 p.m. Do: Walking Tour
    (From cruise ship go straight ahead on the right side. Turn right following the harbor. When the road go left, go right on the path through the wall.)
    Rhodes restroom
    (On the left side.)
    St Paul's Gate (Pili Agiou Pavlou)
    (Turn right after that to enter the tower towards the peninsula.)
    Mole Naillac
    De Naillac Tower
    (Turn around. At the main road turn right. Walk straight out on this peninsula.)
    Rhodes Windmills
    Colossus of Rhodes
    (Turn left to the point.)
    Doe Statue
    (Walk back towards town on Pl. Neoriou. Jog right on Pl. Eleftherias and take the first left. When the road curves right, go straight ahead between the 2 buildings. Follow right around the park. On the left side.)
    Gardens of the Palace of the Grand Master 4€ (8:30-8)
The administrative center of the Order of the Knights of Saint John, is probably the most significant monument of the medieval history of Rhodes and its occupation by the Knights. It was restored during the Italian occupation (the 1930s) with its first floor boasting a remarkable collection of mosaic floors from the island’s monuments and a collection of medieval furniture, while, on the ground floor, the two permanent exhibitions offer valuable insights into the history of the city of Rhodes, from its founding in 408 BC until its conquest by the Ottomans in 1522.
    (Go back out the way you came in. Go right, then left. The tower on the right is Apostle Peter's Tower. Go to the right of the 2 buildings. Turn right at the end back to Pl. Eleftherias. Go right past Liberty Gate (left side). At Apellou go right and then left. Stop to see the Temple of Aphrodite (left side). At Ippoton turn right to .)
    Medieval City of Rhodes-The Order of St John of Jerusalem occupied Rhodes from 1309 to 1523 and set about transforming the city into a stronghold. It subsequently came under Turkish and Italian rule. With the Palace of the Grand Masters, the Great Hospital and the Street of the Knights, the Upper Town is one of the most beautiful urban ensembles of the Gothic period. In the Lower Town, Gothic architecture coexists with mosques, public baths and other buildings dating from the Ottoman period.
    (Go back out on Ippoton. Turn right on Apellou and shortly a left on Pl. Mouson. At the corner is Arnaldo Gate. Take a slight left the right through the wall. Turn right on Akti Sachtouri to the public restroom. Nearly by is Sea Gate.)
    Public restroom
    (Continue right on Akti Sachtouri past Panayia Gate. Go left on the small road to the cruise port.)
7:00 p.m. Depart: Rhodes
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 16 Tuesday October 14
7:00 a.m. Arrive: Santorini, Greece-Tender boats to island
8:30 a.m.-
12:45 p.m.

  Akrotiri Ruins and Oia Village $143.99 (4.25 hrs)
Journey into the Minoan past on this tour to Akrotiri’s Bronze Age settlement, with sightseeing stops at Oia and Fira. In 1627 B.C., Akrotiri was buried under tons of volcanic ash. Artwork, frescoes, homes, and shops remain preserved to this day. Your knowledgeable guide will introduce you to ancient life and artwork. Explore the streets some claim may be the long lost city of Atlantis. Then, you’ll travel north to Oia, known for its incredible views of the volcano and other islands. Your coach tour ends at Fira town near the iconic white arches of the Metropolis Church. Enjoy time to shop, sightsee, and explore Fira on your own.
  • Visit the Akrotiri site, a Bronze Age settlement preserved and destroyed by a volcanic eruption in 1627 B.C.
  • Enjoy a guided tour of Akrotiri’s cobblestoned streets and well-preserved frescoes; peer into ancient shops and homes.
  • Take in unparalleled views of the volcano’s caldera at the village of Oia.
  • Expect waiting and queuing time at cable car station.
  • Guests must be able to walk one-half mile on their own in Fira Town to reach cable car station.
  • Full participation may require extended periods of walking over even and uneven surfaces, steep terrain and/or water activity in a slight current. There may be steps, inclines, cobblestone surfaces, and extended periods of standing. Participants with physical limitations should take this into account.
  • One-way Cable car ticket from Fira to tender loading included. Expect waiting and queuing time at cable car station.
10:00 p.m. Depart: Santorini
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 17 Wednesday October 15
7:00 a.m. Arrive: Mykonos, Greece
8:00 a.m.-
11:30 a.m.
  Archeological site of Delos $118.99 (3.5 hrs)
Board a local ferry and skid across calm waters to the uninhabited island of Delos. On this stark and lonely landscape, discover the ruins of an ancient settlement that once bustled with the sounds of trade and commerce. Legend has it this was the birthplace of Apollo, son of Zeus. Hear the tale while standing before the remnants of the Great Temple of Apollo. Pass through the classical Theater, where over 5,000 citizens once cheered epic performances. Marvel at Hellenistic mansions adorned with elaborate mosaics crafted thousands of years ago. Look out upon the greens and blues of the archipelago from the Terrace of the Foreign Gods and visit the lost Sacred Lake, where it’s said the swans and geese of Apollo once frolicked. Time on Delos is forever frozen and this tour offers the rare opportunity to literally stroll in the footsteps of the ancients. 
  • Take an unforgettable walking tour and discover spectacular floor and wall mosaics at the Hellenistic mansions of Delos.
  • Enjoy incredible views of the Cyclades archipelago on a scenic boat ride along the Aegean Sea.
  • Guests must be able to walk approximately 10 minutes between shuttle station and pier to board ferry bound to/from Delos.
  • Guests must be able to walk over varying terrain approximately two hours with extended periods of standing.
  • Many shops close in mid-October. There are no shops or stores on Delos Island.
  • Umbrellas and jackets recommended by end of September.
  • Following tour in Delos, boat returns you to Mykonos harbor.
  • After Aegean boat ride, guide leads you to bus shuttle station for return to ship.
  Do: Lunch on Ship
1:00 p.m. Depart: Mykonos Cruise Port
  Do: KTEL Mykonos Intercity Port Bus (between €1.50 and €2.50)
  Arrive: Mykonos Old Port
    (Go left to the road and then a right. Walk around the building and turn right following the ocean to the right/south.)
    Archaelogical Museum of Mykonos (9-4) €5
    (Walk left around the building up to Polikandrioti. Go right. Take the 2nd right on Mponi. On the left side.
    Manto Mavrogenous Statue-She equipped, manned and "privateered" at her own expense, two ships with which she pursued the pirates who attacked Mykonos and other islands of Cyclades. On 22 October 1822, the Mykonians repulsed the Ottoman Turks, who had debarked on the island, under her leadership. She also equipped 150 men to campaign in the Peloponnese and sent forces and financial support to Samos, when the island was threatened by the Turks. Later, Mavrogenous sent another corps of fifty men to Peloponnese, who took part in the Siege if Tripolitsa and the fall of the town to the Greek rebels. Together, she spent money for the relief of the soldiers and their families, the preparation of a campaign to Northern Greece and the support of several Philhellenes.

She later put together a fleet of six ships and an infantry consisting of sixteen companies, with fifty men each, and took part in the battle in Karystos in 1822, and funded a campaign to Chios, but she did not prevent it from the massacre. Another group of fifty men was sent to reinforce Nikitaras in the Battle of Dervenakia. When the Ottoman fleet appeared in Cyclades, she returned to Tinos and sold some of her jewelry to finance the equipment of 200 men who fought the enemy and cherish two thousand people who had survived from the first siege of Missolonghi. Her men participated in several other battles like those of Pelion, Phthiotis and Livadeia.

Mavrogenous led enlightenment expeditions in Europe and addressed an appeal to the women of Paris, to side up with the Greeks. She moved to Nafplio in 1823, in order to be in the core of the struggle, leaving her family as she was despised even by her mother because of her choices. It is at this time that Mavrogenous met Demetrios Ypsilantis, with whom she was soon engaged. Soon, she became famous around Europe for her beauty and bravery. But in May of the same year, her home was totally burnt, and as a result she went to Tripoli to live with Ypsilanti. After Ypsilanti's death and her intense political conflicts with Ioannis Kolettis, she was exiled from Nafplio and returned to Mykonos, where she occupied with the writing of her memoirs.

When the war ended Ionnis Kapodistrias awarded her the rank of the Lieutenant General and granted her a dwelling in Nafplio, where she moved. She owned a treasurable sword, with the inscription "Δίκασον Κύριε τους αδικούντας με, τους πολεμούντας με, βασίλευε των Βασιλευόντων", which is translated to 'Lord, judge those who wrong me, who battle me, rule over the Kings'. That sword is said to come from the times of Constantine the Great and Mavrogenous gave it to Kapodistrias.

    (Across from statue.)
    Veneti Bakery & Food Hall (7-3)
    (Go back to the ocean and turn left. On the right side.)
    Church of Agios Nikolaos of Kadena-was built in the 4th century. Its design is that of Cycladic traditional architecture, featuring a picturesque white building with a blue dome, blue doors and windows, and blue, slatted benches, all together being in harmony with the homes and businesses in Mykonos. The church's interior is simple, with icons of the Apostles and the Virgin Mary. Candles are available to anyone who would like to light one in reverence.
    (Continue right. Just after the peninsula turns left bathrooms are on the right side. The road will go right. It will go by the Mykonos Folklore Museum which may be closed. Past the museum.)
    Mykonos Castle & Castle Church (right side)
    Church of Panagia Paraportiani- 5 small chapels draped together.
    (When the walkway ends go right and take the 2nd left on Ag Anargiron. On the right side.)
    Somnium Jewelry Store-Peek into the store. Notice the walls are mader of heavy local granite and mica stone, with wooden beams mixed in. This wood was imported from the mainland. It made the building earthquake resistant. The window at the far seawall was added later. Originally this was a solid chunk of the city wall, and the only opening was a small passage at the base that allowed the captain to come and go more easily.
    (Next door.)
    Katerina's-Named for the first female sea captain from Mykonos, Katerinas Xidaki. There are old photos of her just inside the door.
    (On the left side.)
    Annezo's Souvenir Store (10-11)
    (Across the street.)
    Greek Creations Shopping Mall (9-mid)
    (Go right. The road will jog left and right on Georgouli.)
    SNOW Gelato (12:30-5)
    (When it ends, go right again. Take the 3rd right after RBS Fashion.)
    View of Alefkandra (Little Venice)-That neighborhood is replete with elegant and gorgeous old houses situated precariously on the edge of the land. The sunset views from there are also breathtaking! Many seaside bars are located there, offering some great cocktails with amazing views.
Its whitewashed edifices against the backdrop of the azure Aegean Sea are simply marvelous! The air of nonchalance that prevails in Little Venice disarms even the most discerning of travelers.
    (Go left on Xenias. On the right side.)
    Windmills of Mykonos- Most windmills face towards the North where the island's climate sources its strongest winds over the largest part of the year. There are currently 16 windmills on Mykonos of which seven are positioned on the landmark hill in Chora. Most of them were built by the Venetians in the 16th century, but their construction continued into the early 20th century. They were primarily used to mill wheat. They were an important source of income for the inhabitants. Their use gradually declined until they ceased production in the middle of the 20th century. The architecture of each of them is similar, all have a round shape, white colour and a pointed roof and very small windows. 
    (Turn left on Mpaoumi. Jog right on Agias Paraskevis and an immediate left on Mpasoula. Take the 1st left. Straight ahead.
    Gloras Pastry Cafe (7-8)-old fashioned cellar bakery 500 years old.
    (Go right on Adiou Efthimiou. Take the 1st right on Mpasoula, which will become Enoplan Dinameon.)
    Souvlaki Story Restaurant
    (Continue right. Just after Louis Vuitton on the left.)
    Three Old Wells-Use to be the towns main drinking water.
    Lena's House-Museum shows part of a 19th century middle-class Mykonian house complete with original furnishings and artwook.
    (Go left on Mattheou Andronikou. Turn left on Kalogera. Take the first left.)
    Bakery Psilos-
    (Continue on this road. After it goes left. On the right side.)
    Manto Garden Cafe-called a public garden
    (Outside the garden on the theatre entrance.)
    Water Closet-public toilet
    (Go right on Adiou Gerasimou and an immediate left on Kampani. It will curve right. Take an immediate left on the pedestrian P. Drakopoulou Street. Turn right on Akti Kampani at the ocean. When it ends, walk on the beach or Florou Zouganeli Street up a block. It will become Polikandriofi. Past the original bakery go left to the bus stop.)
    Thinking of Mykonos Gift Shop (before beach)
    D.S. Souvenir (across from beach) (8-10)
6:00 p.m. Depart: Mykonos
  Lodge: Celebrity Infinity

 

Day 18 Thursday October 16
5:00 a.m. Arrive: Pireaus Cruise Port
7:55 a.m. Do: Bus
9:00 a.m. Arrive: Athens Airport
1:05 p.m. Depart: Athens
  Do: Seats 53JH, 54JH
4:40 p.m. Arrive: Boston
6:35 p.m. Depart: Boston
  Do: Seats 32BC, 28EF
10:13 p.m. Arrive: Seattle
11:10 p.m. Depart: Seattle
  Do: Seats 13AB, 22CD
12:18 a.m. Arrive: Spokane

 

Day 19 Friday October 17
  Do: Rest
  Lodge: Orusa Roost

 

Day 20 Saturday October 18th
10:00 a.m. Do: Greenbluff Oktoberfest
  Lodge: Orusa Roost

 

Day 21 Sunday October 19th
Jen:    
12:34 p.m. Depart: Spokane
1:47 p.m. Arrive: Portland

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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