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Ancient Treasures of Greece
Destination:
Europe
Countries:
Greece
Travel Style:
Cultural Tours & Journeys
Departure Dates:
4/10/2010, 10/2/2010
Marvel at the splendors of ancient Greece as you travel from Athens, site of the great Acropolis, south to the Peloponnese to enjoy time in the seaside town of Tolo and to participate in the Greek Easter celebrations. Here you will also visit Epidaurus and Nauplia, before heading north to Delphi, following the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo; to Meteora and its incredible Byzantine monasteries precariously constructed on cliffsides; and to Thessalonika, birthplace of King Phillip, father of Alexander the Great. End your tour with a visit to the renowned Aegean island of Santorini to visit the Minoan city of Akrotiri.
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Voyage of Discovery with Scott Simon & Diane Rehm
Destination:
Europe
Countries:
Greece, Italy
Travel Style:
Small Ship Ocean & Adventure Cruises
Departure Dates:
7/26/2010
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Voyage to the Lands of Gods & Heroes: A Family Learning Adventure in the Classical World
Destination:
Europe
Countries:
Greece, Turkey
Travel Style:
Small Ship Ocean & Adventure Cruises
Departure Dates:
6/26/2010, 7/4/2010
This summer, history comes alive for the whole family on a trip to the lands that gave rise to Western Civilization. Our custom-crafted itinerary and the activities planned during the journey are designed to enlighten the senses and ignite the imagination of adults as well as children.
During the voyage to the fabled Greek Islands and Turkey, grandparents, parents, and children will explore islands and sites associated with the beloved myths and legends and important historical events. In Athens, we will discover the ageless monuments of Athens and learn about the origins of democracy, philosophy, theater, and so much more that we cherish today. Impressive Santorini will bring alive the legend of the lost continent of Atlantis; in Crete, the birthplace of Zeus, we will learn about the Minoans, who created Europe’s first civilization, and explore Knossos, the palace that is associated with the myth of the Minotaur and the Labyrinth; in Troy we will recall that legendary war and get acquainted with the great Homeric epics, while in Ephesus we will admire the awesome remains of one of the world’s great ancient sites; and in glorious Olympia, we will walk on the same grounds known to athletes and champions of antiquity.
Accompanying us are expert lecturers and trained youth counselors who will conduct special learning programs for the children.
Our ship for this voyage, the delightful Corinthian II, features 57 suites, each facing outward for sea views, as well as open, inviting public areas. Corinthian II is ideally suited for a family program not only because of its superb facilities but also because the great majority of its suites feature a sofa that converts to a single bed.
If you have ever dreamed of introducing your children or grandchildren to the wonders of Classical antiquity, here is the opportunity to do so. We hope you will join us this coming summer on this enriching Voyage to the Lands of Gods and Heroes.
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Fabled Islands of the Mediterranean: Stepping Stones of Civilizations - 2010
Destination:
Europe
Countries:
Greece, Italy, Malta
Travel Style:
Small Ship Ocean & Adventure Cruises
Departure Dates:
5/22/2010
Next May, as the wildflowers blanket the hillsides of the fabled islands of the Mediterranean, we invite you to observe something equally euphoric: the blooming of civilizations. On this unique voyage, we will explore remnants of the distant past—enigmatic stone monuments from the islands’ most ancient inhabitants— and compare them to the Doric temples of Magna Graecia, the palaces of the ancient Minoans and Mycenaeans, and the Baroque majesties of Malta. We’ll trace a record of history and artistry more than 6,000 years in length and visit some of the most unusual, rarely visited treasures in Europe’s most celebrated region. It’s an itinerary you simply will not find anywhere else, and it’s the perfect way to explore a side of the Mediterranean very few have the opportunity to see.
Beginning in Larnaca, we’ll have three days to explore Cyprus, including the remarkable Greek, Roman, and Byzantine monuments at Paphos. Next, we visit Rhodes, which preserves one of the finest medieval towns in Europe; its acropolis at Lindos offers one of the loveliest views of the Aegean. Then, after seeing the home of the Minoan civilization on Crete, we will spend a day on Malta, which will include both the 16th-century capital of Valletta and the megalithic temples of Tarxien. In Sicily, we see Venus Castle in the medieval town of Erice and the serene temple at Segesta. Sardinia presents us with the extraordinary site of Su Nuraxi, where towering conical structures called nuraghi, dating from 1400 B.C., stand amid the ruins of an ancient village. And on Corsica, we explore the beautifully situated Greco-Roman town of Alalia, which occupies a plateau above the sea. Spring is undoubtedly the ideal time to see the Mediterranean. The days are sunny and the hillsides covered in flowers, yet the summer crowds are nowhere to be seen, allowing us to explore world-famous sites in peace—and enabling us to be virtually the only visitors in many of them. And there’s no better way to explore these romantic islands than by sea, aboard the elegant Corinthian II, the perfect vessel for traveling far, but docking close.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the grand monuments, and the secret treasures, of the springtime Mediterranean islands. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
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