Five Countries on Three Continents

Exclusively for Women

• Cruise accommodations for seven nights in category TA.
• Full breakfast, lunch and dinner daily onboard

• Day 1 - May 8 - Depart on various flights from the U.S. to Athens, Greece.
• Day 2 - May 9 - Arrive in Athens and transfer on your own to the Port of Piraeus for embarkation on The Blue Monarch. Built in France, the Blue Monarch has the elegant lines of a classic cruise ship and can host up to 500 passengers. With her yacht-like size and personal service provided by our crew, each cruise is a unique experience. (Dinner)
• Day 3 - May 10 - At Sea: Today get to know the Mediterranean and our group at sea. Relax by one of the two pools, or attend a fitness class and use the spa. From quizzes to dance lessons and competitions to classical concerts, wine tasting, sports tournaments, language lessons, napkin folding and up close magic demonstrations - there is always plenty to do. Monarch, a classic ship recently renovated and ready to spoil us. Meals are both buffet at the pool or in the dining room; as usual, we book tables for our group at meals. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Day 4 - May 11 - Port Said (Cairo): 7AM-9PM - Take an optional tour to see Cairo. Depart from Port Said in luxury a/c motor coaches en route to Africa's largest city, the teeming metropolis of Cairo. Visit the Archeological Museum or the Great Pyramids and Sphnix. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Day 5 - May 12 - Ashdod (Jerusalem/Bethlehem/Holy Land): 7AM-6PM - From Ashdod, which is the most important Mediterranean port of Israel after Haifa, drive through the Judean Mountains to Jerusalem (60 km), one of the oldest towns In the world which has been inhabited without Interruption. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Day 6 - May 13 - Limassol, Cyprus: 7AM-5PM - Take an optional tour to Paphos, a World Heritage site included in the UNESCO list of cultural and natural treasures. Or, see Curium and pass by Kolossi Castle, a fine example of military architecture, built by the Crusaders in the 13th century. This is where the production of 'Coummandaria' began (the sweet wine of Cyprus). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Day 7 - May 14 - Antalya, Turkey: 7AM-1PM - Optional tours are available to Perge and Aspendos or take a Museum, Walking Tour and Duden Waterfall. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Day 8 - May 15 - Santorini, Greece: 8:30AM-12noon* - History and nature combine to make this one of the most unforgettable places in the world. You have the chance to climb the slopes of live volcano and swim in hot springs, or to visit the beautiful village of Oia, perched on the rim of the caldera and offering panoramic views of breathtaking beauty. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Day 9 - May 15 - Mykonos (Delios) Greece: 5PM-11PM - This windswept isle is the gem of the Cyclades, world renowned for its striking white dwellings, churches and windmills, pristine beaches and azure waters. Due to our afternoon arrival no tours are offered, giving you time to wander the maze of paths and alleys of this unique destination. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Day 10 - May 16 - Piraeus, Greece: 6AM - Disembark and transfer on your own to the airport for your return flight home. (Breakfast) *Disembarkation by tender boats, weather permitting. Note: Itinerary is subject to change due to events beyond the control of Women's Travel Club. Ship dockings and port times subject to change by Monarch Cruises.

Please note: Though rare, it may be necessary to substitute hotels and adjust itineraries due to local conditions. Included features may not be available on all departures.