Athens (Piraeus)
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Piraeus: The Ancient City of Athens - 8 Hours
Dominated by the remarkable Parthenon, which has stood for over 2,000 years, Athens is a city of major architectural and archaeological treasures. At Piraeus Port you will receive a warm welcome from your guide and driver who provides a captivating insight into the city’s history and culture during your full day tour.
For most, the highlight of a visit to Athens is the world famous Acropolis and the Parthenon. Dedicated to the Goddess Athena, it is one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world. This afternoon, delight in the mesmerising display of eclectic Greek and Oriental art at the Benaki Museum. Complete your day with a drive past the Panethenaic Stadium, the pure marble masterpiece that served as the original site for the modern Olympics. At the end of the tour you are privately transferred back to your cruise ship.
Highlights:
- Ascend the Acropolis to the Parthenon, one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world
- Tour the Benaki Museum
Tour Duration: 8 Hours
Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Piraeus: Cape Sounion - 5 hours
Meet your guide as you disembark your cruise ship in Piraeus and venture along the scenic coast to Cape Sounion where you visit the ancient ruined Temple of Poseidon. This temple is believed to date from the 5th century BC and was built to honour Poseidon, who ranked second only to Athena herself in terms of power. The Temple enjoys an impressive position, high on the cliffs, and has, over the centuries, been marked by many travellers’ carved signatures, including that of Lord Byron. After touring the site, you return to your cruise ship in Piraeus.
Highlights:
- Venture along the coast to Cape Sounion to the ancient ruins of the Temple of Poseidon
Tour Duration: 5 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Low
Inclusions:
• Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
• An expert A&K local guide (5 hours)
• Entrance fees
• All taxes
Exclusions:
• All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
• Gratuities
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05/24/2025 |
05/24/2025 |
Mykonos
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Mykonos Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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2025 Mykonos Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Explore Mykonos, a pearl in the Aegean Sea, filled with whitewashed buildings and narrow winding paths. Your tour starts from the Port where you will meet your driver and head to Ano Mera. Visit the interesting Orthodox Monastery of Panagia Tourliani, with its renowned marble fountain. Once you enter the church, you will see an impressive wooden iconostasis (altar screen) made in 1775 by Florentine artists. There are icons of apostles and saints as well as scenes from the New Testament.
After Ano Mera you will continue to Mykonos Town, also known as "Chora". Here you will have a chance to stroll along the seafront, past the local fish and vegetable market. Keep your eyes peeled for the island’s cheerful avian mascot, Peter the Pelican. Visit the antique-filled Folklore Museum, situated in a charming 11 th Century house on your way to Paraportiani Church. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Church is a famous example of Cycladic architecture and is one of the most photographed spots in the Mediterranean. From here, you will continue onwards to the picturesque area of Alefkandra, known as the Little Venice of Mykonos. Gorgeous old houses are perched precariously on the edge of the sea, and the neighborhood is a popular area for local artists to set up their workshops.
By the harbor, the iconic windmills stand guard facing North, offering a strikingly beautiful photographic opportunity. End your tour with a stop at a local tavern for Greek ouzo and a sampling of Greek meze, including various traditional Greek dips and olives, feta cheese, and tomatoes along.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Gratuities to guide and driver*
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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05/25/2025 |
05/26/2025 |
Patmos
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05/26/2025 |
05/26/2025 |
Volos (Meteora)
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05/27/2025 |
05/27/2025 |
Thessaloniki
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05/28/2025 |
05/28/2025 |
Kavala
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05/29/2025 |
05/29/2025 |
At Sea
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05/30/2025 |
05/30/2025 |
Istanbul
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Istanbul Customize Your Day Option - 8 Hours - Provided by Sea Song Tours
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
- Private Luxury Van (Mercedes Vito) with English-Speaking guide and driver for 8 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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2025 Istanbul Local Highlights Option - 8 Hours - Provided by Sea Song Tours
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
You will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign, outside of the terminal building at the port for a full day of private sightseeing.
Your private tour of Istanbul starts with a visit to the Byzantine Hippodrome, which was one of the largest chariot race grounds of the Byzantine Empire. Istanbul's Byzantine Hippodrome was the heart of Constantinople's political and sporting life, and the scene of games and riots throughout 500 years of Ottoman history as well. This was the largest hippodrome of the ancient world with a design that was conceptually based on the Circus Maximus in Rome. You will see Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Constantine Column, which are remnants from the original Hippodrome.
You will take a short walk to the Blue Mosque, completed in 1616, it is a triumph of harmony, proportion, and elegance. The mosque was a part of a complex also including, tombs, fountains, kitchens, and a bath. Its colourful 260 windows enables the sunlight to reach inside. This makes the interior unusually light. The blue Iznik Tiles covering the walls have given the mosque its popular name.
After a short walk, you’ll enter the awe-inspiring Topkapi Palace Museum, royal residence of the Ottoman sultans for the better part of four centuries. There are four main courtyards which contain extensive gardens, pavilions, fountains, royal gates, divans, kitchens, library, and mosques. Steps away, a visit to the Harem section offers a revealing look into how the sultans of the Ottoman Empire lived in private.
Lunch is suggested at a local restaurant.
Next, you will visit one of the greatest buildings in the world: St Sophia Mosque, it was built during the reign of Emperor Justinian (AD 537) and remained the greatest church in Christendom until the conquest of Constantinople in 1453 by Sultan Mehmet II who ordered to convert Hagia Sophia into a Mosque.
Your last stop will be the famous Grand Bazaar. It is the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of Turkish Handicrafts, Oriental carpets, rare jewels, and inexpensive souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. The streets are named according to the trades, such as gold and silver sellers, carpet sellers, booksellers, etc. The most oriental atmosphere in Istanbul is found in the bazaar.
At the end of your sightseeing, you will return to your ship.
Included:
- Private Luxury Van (Mercedes Vito) with English-Speaking guide and driver for 8 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Gratuities to guide and driver*
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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05/31/2025 |
05/31/2025 |
At Sea
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06/01/2025 |
06/01/2025 |
Syros
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06/02/2025 |
06/02/2025 |
Bodrum
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Bodrum Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Start your tour at Bodrum Castle, a medieval fortress built by the Knights Hospitaller in the 15 th Century. Explore the castle's well-preserved walls, towers, and exhibits, including the Museum of Underwater Archaeology, which houses artifacts from shipwrecks discovered in the Aegean Sea.
Drive to the site of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although the mausoleum itself no longer exists, you can visit the archaeological site and see the remnants of this ancient tomb, which was built for Mausolus, a ruler of Caria. Continue your tour to the Bodrum Amphitheater, an ancient Roman theater dating back to the 4 th Century BCE. Marvel at the theater's well-preserved structure and panoramic views of Bodrum and the surrounding area.
Drive to Bodrum Marina, a picturesque harbor lined with luxury yachts, waterfront cafes, and restaurants. Take a leisurely stroll along the promenade, soak in the views of the turquoise waters, and perhaps stop for a coffee or a seafood lunch at one of the seaside eateries. Visit the Bodrum Windmills, a group of historical windmills located on a hill overlooking the town. These iconic landmarks offer panoramic views of Bodrum Peninsula and are a popular spot for photography.
End your tour with a visit to Bodrum Market, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of a traditional Turkish bazaar. Browse through stalls selling spices, textiles, handicrafts, and souvenirs, and haggle with local vendors for the best deals.
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
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2025 Bodrum Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
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06/03/2025 |
06/03/2025 |
Rhodes
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Rhodes Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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2025 Rhodes Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Rhodes Panoramic City Tour & Medieval Town
Discover the highlights of ancient and modern-day Rhodes during this picturesque orientation tour of the city. Depart with a scenic drive through the modern areas of Rhodes. As you pass by the Mandraki Esplanade, you will see the government buildings, Church of Annunciation built 1925, a replica of the Old Church of the Knights of St John, and the deer statues at the entrance of Mandraki port. Your driver will then continue up to Monte Smith for panoramic views and photo opportunities of Rhodes and the Aegean Sea. View from the distance the Acropolis of Rhodes with its Ancient stadium nearby built 2 nd Century BC.
Next, you will continue to Rhodes Medieval City. Once your car reaches the Gate d’Amboise, you will disembark and proceed to the Grand Masters Palace for a guided walking tour. The Palace was built in the 14 th Century A.D., destroyed in 1856, and rebuilt in 1939 by the Italians to accommodate the King of Italy, Emmanuel 11 and Mussolini.
You will then walk down the Street of the Knights, where you will see the many inns once occupied by the crusaders. At the end of the street, you will arrive at the Archaeological Museum, formerly the Knights Hospital. The museum was built in 1440 A.D. and is the most well-preserved building in the Old City.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Gratuities to guide and driver*
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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06/04/2025 |
06/04/2025 |
Samos
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06/05/2025 |
06/05/2025 |
Paros, Greek Isle
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Paros: Hiking the Byzantium Road - 4 hours
Explore Paros’ historic Byzantium Road which meanders along hillsides, through cool valleys and across verdant meadows between the pretty hillside village of Lefkes and the old, fortified Cycladic settlement of Prodromos. The grey marble flagstone that makes up this road was placed approximately a thousand years ago and was once part of the main thoroughfare across the island from Paroikia to Piso Livadi, from a time when the Aegean sea was infested with pirates! Your walk across the island’s lovely interior today covers 3.5 kilometres (2.5 miles) is only a mildly strenuous amble that will take approximately one to one and a half hours. There is time to explore the charming village of Lefkes before setting out on the walk. Upon arrival into Prodromos relax at a traditional taverna and enjoy a glass of wine while nibbling on a selection of mezze dishes. Afterwards, you are transferred back to your hotel. (4 hours, driver and trekking guide)
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06/06/2025 |
06/06/2025 |
Athens (Piraeus)
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Piraeus: The Ancient City of Athens - 8 Hours
Dominated by the remarkable Parthenon, which has stood for over 2,000 years, Athens is a city of major architectural and archaeological treasures. At Piraeus Port you will receive a warm welcome from your guide and driver who provides a captivating insight into the city’s history and culture during your full day tour.
For most, the highlight of a visit to Athens is the world famous Acropolis and the Parthenon. Dedicated to the Goddess Athena, it is one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world. This afternoon, delight in the mesmerising display of eclectic Greek and Oriental art at the Benaki Museum. Complete your day with a drive past the Panethenaic Stadium, the pure marble masterpiece that served as the original site for the modern Olympics. At the end of the tour you are privately transferred back to your cruise ship.
Highlights:
- Ascend the Acropolis to the Parthenon, one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world
- Tour the Benaki Museum
Tour Duration: 8 Hours
Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Piraeus: Cape Sounion - 5 hours
Meet your guide as you disembark your cruise ship in Piraeus and venture along the scenic coast to Cape Sounion where you visit the ancient ruined Temple of Poseidon. This temple is believed to date from the 5th century BC and was built to honour Poseidon, who ranked second only to Athena herself in terms of power. The Temple enjoys an impressive position, high on the cliffs, and has, over the centuries, been marked by many travellers’ carved signatures, including that of Lord Byron. After touring the site, you return to your cruise ship in Piraeus.
Highlights:
- Venture along the coast to Cape Sounion to the ancient ruins of the Temple of Poseidon
Tour Duration: 5 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Low
Inclusions:
• Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
• An expert A&K local guide (5 hours)
• Entrance fees
• All taxes
Exclusions:
• All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
• Gratuities
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06/07/2025 |
06/07/2025 |
Monemvasia
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Monemvasia Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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2025 Monemvasia Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Private Tour of Monemvasia Castle
Enjoy a 2-hour walking tour of Monemvasia including the Upper and Lower old town. Accompanied by a local guide, walk through the meandrous narrow streets, the fortress walls, and the churches and step back to the life of the mythical castle-town through the centuries.
Gazing at Myrtoo Sea below the imposing rock, relive the stories and the legends, listen to poems written about this place and learn the local history, architecture, and culture.
At the end of the tour enjoy a wine tasting (included) of four (4) local wines accompanied by local cheeses, deli tray, seasonal fruits, and traditional Greek sweets.
Note: Participants must wear comfortable trekking shoes.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Gratuities to guide and driver*
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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06/08/2025 |
06/08/2025 |
At Sea
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06/09/2025 |
06/09/2025 |
Corfu
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Corfu Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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2025 Corfu Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Kanoni, Paleokastritsa and Corfu
This unique excursion gives you the opportunity to explore the beauty of Corfu combined with the heritage town. Enjoy a scenic drive to Kanoni, where you will have the opportunity to admire Mouse Island and the Monastery of Vlacherna. There will be time to take photographs to capture this picturesque panorama.
Your enchanting tour continues with a scenic drive to Paleokastritsa, one of the most beautiful resorts on the island with fine beaches, wooded hills, and crystal-clear sheltered bays pierced by black rocks. Guests will visit the Monastery of Paleokastritsa, which was founded in 1226, and its splendid church. Its shady cloisters characterized by arcades and inviting gardens emanate a deep sense of peace.
Your final destination is the Heritage Old Town of Corfu, where you will enjoy a walking tour. Inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List as a fortified Mediterranean port town of high integrity and authenticity, you will discover all the interesting sites like the Saint Spyridon Church, protector of the island, the charming narrow alleyways of the old Venetian town, the famous Esplanade - one of the largest squares in Europe, the elegant Liston to which access, in the past, was only allowed to the aristocracy of Corfu, written down in the "Libro d'Oro'', the Dimarcheio or Town Hall and the imposing Palace of St Michael and St George (viewed from the outside).
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Gratuities to guide and driver*
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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06/10/2025 |
06/10/2025 |
Kotor
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Kotor Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by A&K Italy & Croatia
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Highlights of the Bay of Kotor
Surrounded by impressive medieval bulwarks which extend above the town to the fortress of Sveti Ivan, Kotor was under the rule of the Republic of Venice between 1420 and 1797 and the Venetian influence on the architecture is strong.
Wander through the brilliantly preserved medieval Old Town, past the Watchtower and the 17 th Century Prince’s Palace. Admire the 12 th Century Romanesque Cathedral of St Tryphon, survivor of numerous coastal earthquakes over the centuries.
Afterward, continue with your guide by car to Perast and visit the Church of Our Lady of the Rocks (Gospa od Skrpjela), a Baroque edifice that was first constructed in 1452 on a man-made islet. According to legend, the islet was created over the centuries by the seamen who, after returning from each successful voyage, laid a rock in the bay. As time passed, the islet gradually emerged from the sea. The church contains 68 magnificent paintings by Tripo Kokolja, a 17 th Century artist from Perast. His most important painting, measuring some ten yards long, is “The Death of the Virgin”.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Gratuities to guide and driver*
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.
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2025 Kotor Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by A&K Italy & Croatia
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish.
Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they
would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or
entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
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Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4
hours
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Bottled water in the vehicle
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Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
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Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
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Entrance fees
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Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s
discretion.
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06/11/2025 |
06/11/2025 |
Zadar
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Zadar 2h + Croata workshop
You will meet Your personal English speaking driver at the Zadar harbor for Your transfer to city center. There You will meet with Your private guide for Your private sightseeing of this ancient city full of history.
Your tour will start with sightseeing of cultural and historic center of Zadar. During Your sightseeing, you will discover the most important sights in Zadar including Greeting the Sun installation, Sea Organ, Kalelarga's street, St. Stosias’ Cathedral and many more. You will also learn about the history and how French King Louis XII hired Croatian mercenaries who wore a piece of cloth around their necks, later called "La Cravate".
After the sightseeing, tour will proceed to Croatia boutique where you will learn about the origins of a necktie, including amazing workshop where you will get your hands on trying neckties and combining them with scarfs.
Return to Your Cruiser. This is the end of our services.
Highlights:
- Personal guide
- Salute to the Sun
- Sea Organ
- History
- Necktie
- Workshop
Tour Duration: approx. 3h
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private guide
- Presentation
- Interactive Croatia workshop
Not Included:
- museum tickets
- food and drinks
- gratuities
- items purchased for personal use
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NP Krka full day excursion from Zadar
Upon arrival meet your licensed guide for a private sightseeing tour of the beautiful NP Krka, famous for his waterfalls and untouched nature. Krka river springs at the foot of Dinara mountain, but the national park starts further south, two kilometers downstream from Knin. The largest part of this amazing river’s course is the national park, which abounds with cultural and historical monuments. The most outstanding of these is the Franciscan monastery on the tiny island of Visovac, set in the middle of the lake widening in the river like a precious stone. The area is full of old mills, which have been transformed into small ethnographic museums where one can see how wheat was ground in the olden days, are a popular attraction for visitors.
Highlights:
- Beautiful nature
- Waterfalls
- Personal guide
- Swimming in the river
Tour Duration: Full day
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Moderate
Inclusions:
- Tickets
- Private guide
- Round transfers
Not Included:
- Food and drinks
- Tips and items purchased for personal use
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Private Paklenica hiking tour
This route follows the main path of the park in the Velika Paklenica canyon. After a zig zag warm-up of about 30 minutes, we will arrive at a first water point where we can refill our bottles and cool off. From there, the shaded almost flat trail widens and climbs steadily and gently for about an hour to a second water point where we can rest. Then a 30-minute climb will take us to the Paklenica mountain hut A final five-minute climb and we will be at the Ramica Dvori lodge from where we will enjoy the beautiful panorama, the rocky peaks and surrounding forests. Here, the cheerful hosts invite you to taste their home made brandies and herbal teas. After the break, we will take the same path for the descent.
Highlights:
- Unique hiking experience
- Paklenica mountain hut
- beautiful panorama from Ramica Dvori lodge
- homemade brandies and herbal teas
- Round transfer
Tour Duration: approx. 8h
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Moderate
Inclusions:
- Professional mountain guide
- Round transfers
- insurance
- entrance to national park
Not Included:
- Food
- Drink
- Tips
- Items purchased for personal use
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Zadar Market tour and cooking class
What a perfect day to learn about Croatian cuisine! Your private driver will pick you up and transfer you to the city center where you will stroll around, revealing culinary marvels of Zadar! Head to local farmer’s market, to shop the groceries that will be needed for following cooking class. Hardworking locals attend the market to sell their fresh products from the surrounding island’s countryside, every day. After groceries shopping, you will meet your private chef with whom will you embark on a journey of traditional and authentic Dalmatian cooking. Just imagine the feeling when you cook a genuine Croatian dish, with your own hands? Yes, after this class, you will be ready to share your secrets of Croatian cooking with the ones you love!
Highlights:
- Sightseeing experience
- Personal guide
- Private chef
- Fresh ingredients and Croatian cuisine
Tour Duration: around 6h
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Physical Activity Level: Easy
Inclusions:
- Private guide
- Location transfer
- Coffee at Cafe Lovre
- Ingredients from the Market
- Food sampling
- Welcome drink
- Chef's assistance in the kitchen
- Water, wine, meal
Not Included:
- Tips
- Extra food and drinks
- Items purchased for personal use
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Pag excursion (Pag, Kolan, Gligora)
Your personal English-speaking guide will be waiting for You at the Zadar Harbor for Your transfer to the island of Pag, the island with the longest coastline in Croatia.
Today you will get a chance to explore island Pag with private car & driver and guide on disposal. You will explore town of Pag, traditional Lace museum and musem of salt. With our local guide you will get to explore the cultural and historic Pag. Learn about the geomorphological and socio-economic characteristics of the island, also about its cultural-historical development. Afterwards, you will continue to Kolan, for cheese presentation and degustation. Pag cheese is one of the most famous and popular products of the island, and something that locals are really proud of.
After the sightseeing Your driver will drive You back to the Zadar harbour.
Highlights:
- Sightseeing experience
- Personal guide
- Cheese tasting
- Round transfer
Tour Duration: up to 6h
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Easy
Inclusions:
- Private guide
- Round transfers
- Cheese tasting
Not Included:
- Additional food and drinks
- Tickets
- Gratuities and items purchased for personal use
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National Park Plitvice lakes
You will meet your driver at Zadar harbor. Upon arrival to Plitvice Lakes prepare for an exciting day of hiking through the natural beauty of this National Park with your private guide. Discover this beautiful natural phenomenon, famous for its waterfalls and untouched nature. Plitvice lakes are a jewel of inestimable value, with 16 large and a lot of small lakes which are connected by waterfalls. The cascades, waterfalls, caves and rocks offer a beautiful mosaic of colors, sounds and shapes surrounded by high mountain forest terrain, Plitvice Lakes and its surroundings were in 1949 declared a National Park, and since 1979 have been under the UNESCO protection.
Highlights:
- Sightseeing experience
- Personal guide
- Tickets
- Round transfer
Tour Duration: full day
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Easy
Inclusions:
- Private guide
- Round transfers
- Tickets
Not Included:
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
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Speedboat excursion to Sakarun
Upon boarding on a private speedboat and meeting your personal skipper, you will head towards paradise on Earth. Traveling by boat allows you to experience the perfect mix of culture, history, and natural sites. The Croatian coast is home to a variety of stunning, crystal-clear beaches. You’ll undoubtedly want to visit the most beautiful of them all — Sakarun Beach. Having a speedboat and a skipper at your disposal means you will be able to tailor this tour according to your own wishes (in agreement with the skipper of course). This day will be filled with relaxation and lots of swimming and sunbathing. Enjoy!
Highlights:
- Sightseeing experience
- Speedboat ride
- Snorkeling
- Beach-hopping
Tour Duration: around 8h
Tour can operate: Tour is flexible, but weather permitted
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Easy
Inclusions:
- Skipper
- Fuel
- Speedboat
- Snorkeling equipment
- Snacks and soft drinks
Not Included:
- Private guide
- Additional food and drinks
- Gratuities and other sea toys
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Zadar 3h + tickets
You will meet Your personal English speaking driver at the Zadar harbor for Your transfer to city center. There You will meet with Your private guide for Your private sightseeing of this city full of history including visit to museums You prefer.
Your tour will start with sightseeing of cultural and historic center of Zadar. During Your sightseeing, You will discover the most important sights in Zadar including Greeting the Sun installation, Sea Organ, Kalelarga's street, St. Anastasias’ Cathedral and many more. During the sightseeing let Your guide know which museums are of interest to You as the tickets for selected museums are included!
The Museum of Ancient Glass contains one of the premium collections of Roman glassware outside of Italy, with a cornucopia of goblets, jars and vials retrieved from many archaeological sites across Dalmatia. Its highlights include the delicate vessels used by Roman ladies to store perfumes, skin creams and essential oils.
Return to Your Cruiser. This is the end of our services.
Highlights:
- Unique sightseeing experience
- Personal guide
- Round transfers
- Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun
- Museums
- History
Tour Duration: approx. 3h
Tour can operate: Morning and afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private guide
- Ticket to selected museums
- Gratuities and items purchased for personal use
Not Included:
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Rovinj
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Rovinj Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Begin your tour by exploring the historic Old Town of Rovinj. Park your car near the town center and take a leisurely walk through the narrow cobblestone streets lined with colorful houses, artisan shops, and charming cafes. Visit landmarks such as the Church of St. Euphemia, the Balbi's Arch, and the Grisia Steps, which offer panoramic views of the town and the sea.
Drive to the Rovinj Harbor and make a quick stop to admire the scenic views of the harbor, with its fishing boats, sailboats, and historic waterfront buildings. Take some time to snap photos of the picturesque scenery and the iconic silhouette of Rovinj rising above the sea.
Drive by Punta Corrente Forest Park, also known as Zlatni Rt (Golden Cape), a protected natural area located just south of Rovinj. While you may not have time to explore the park on foot, you can still enjoy the scenic drive through the forested peninsula and glimpse the beautiful coastline along the way.
Pass by Monkodonja Hillfort, an ancient archaeological site located near Rovinj. While you won't have time to visit the hillfort, you can still see the site from the road and appreciate its historical significance as a prehistoric settlement.
Make a stop at Lim Fjord, a stunning natural inlet located between Rovinj and Vrsar. Take some time to admire the breathtaking views of the fjord, with its steep cliffs, lush greenery, and turquoise waters. You can also visit a nearby viewpoint or enjoy a boat tour of the fjord if time allows.
Drive through the picturesque countryside to the nearby town of Bale, known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and charming atmosphere. While you won't have time to stop, you can still enjoy the scenic drive through the Istrian countryside and catch glimpses of Bale's historic buildings from the road.
Conclude your tour by returning to Rovinj and taking a final stroll through the Old Town or relaxing at one of the waterfront cafes. Reflect on the beauty and charm of Rovinj before departing for your next destination.
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
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2025 Rovinj Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
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Venice (Fusina)
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