The Scottish Mail on Sunday

The ultimate Greek odyssey

...with leading TV historian Professor Michael Scott See Athens and the islands of Mamma Mia! on this magical cruise

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IT IS nigh on impossible to watch the summer blockbuste­r Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again without wishing you, too, were jetting off to enjoy the crystal-clear seas and azure skies of the Greek islands.

So for anyone inspired by the hit movie, this exclusive new ten-night holiday is the ultimate way to discover the wonders of Greece while also enjoying the relaxing delights of a cruise around the Aegean Sea.

After a night in Athens, your very own Greek odyssey will begin with a seven-night, fullboard cruise on the Star Flyer, a magnificen­t four-mast, fullrigged ship which is as spacious and elegant as it is luxurious.

Your island-hopping cruise includes stops at Skiathos and Skopelos, two of the irresistib­le places where the original Mamma Mia! was filmed.

Relaxed and revitalise­d after your luxury cruise, you will then enjoy a further two-night stay in the extraordin­ary city of Athens, where you will be joined by our special guest: the popular historian and TV presenter Professor Michael Scott.

Michael, who presents his latest series of Ancient Invisible Cities on the BBC next month, will accompany you to the Acropolis and will also give an exclusive private talk and Q&A.

‘I can’t wait to share with you my love of Athens – both ancient and modern,’ he says. ‘Join me as we delve into the city where democracy was born, and where artistic and architectu­ral treasures still rank among humanity’s greatest creations.’

REASONS TO BOOK Sail on the Star Flyer

There is no better way to enjoy the Aegean than on Star Flyer, a stunning four-mast, full-rigged ship that combines the luxury and glamour of the golden age of travel with the comfort and firstclass facilities of a private yacht.

Relive the magic of Mamma Mia!

During your seven-night cruise around the Aegean, you will enjoy stops at idyllic destinatio­ns including Skiathos and Skopelos, the two beautiful Greek islands where the original Mamma Mia! movie was filmed.

Meet Michael Scott

After your wonderful cruise on Star Flyer, you will be able to discover all the delights – ancient and modern – of Athens. During your stay, Prof Scott will give an exclusive private talk that will help unravel the secrets of the ancient Athenians, after which you will also have the opportunit­y to ask Michael your questions.

Exclusive Acropolis tour

You will also enjoy an expert guided tour of the spectacula­r Acropolis and the fascinatin­g Acropolis Museum, which will be accompanie­d by Prof Scott. Who better to give context to the dramatic story of Athens than the presenter of the BBC’s Ancient Invisible Cities?

 ??  ?? SAILING IN STYLE: The Star Flyer, and the Acropolis in Athens, above
SAILING IN STYLE: The Star Flyer, and the Acropolis in Athens, above

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