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Mediterranean Antiquities

15 days
From Athens to Barcelona
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 930
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Athens (Piraeus)

    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the Acropolis and Parthenon
    • Visit temples dedicated to Athena and Zeus
    • Discover ancient Greek historical sites
    Landmarks
    Parthenon
    Acropolis
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  2. Day 2

    Athens (Piraeus)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Plaka District's cobblestone streets and neoclassical architecture
    • Browse shops in the historic neighborhood
    • Enjoy traditional meze and ouzo at local establishments
    Landmarks
    Plaka District
  3. Day 3

    Ephesus (Kuşadasi)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the ruins of ancient Ephesus
    • Visit the Library of Celsus
    • Tour the ancient amphitheater
    • View frescoed residences and ancient dwellings
    • Learn about the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
    Landmarks
    Library of Celsus
    Temple of Artemis
    Ephesus Ancient City
  4. Day 4

    Crete (Souda Bay)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • View Venetian fortifications at the bay entrance
    • Explore Crete's beaches, mountains, and rivers
    • Visit traditional cafés and sample tsikoudia
    • Experience local music and mantinades performances
  5. Day 5

    Sail the Ionian Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Walk around the ship's promenade
    • Use the Fitness Center
  6. Day 6

    Sicily (Messina)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Messina's historical sites shaped by multiple civilizations
    • Discover the surrounding mountainous landscape, orange groves, olive groves, and vineyards
    • Learn about Sicily's World War II history and the 'Race to Messina'
  7. Day 7

    Naples

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Piazza del Plebiscito and San Francesco di Paola Church
    • Visit the Royal Palace
    • Discover Naples' cultural and architectural treasures
    • Experience the city's seaside setting and historical significance
    Landmarks
    Piazza del Plebiscito
    San Francesco di Paola Church
    Royal Palace of Naples
  8. Day 8

    Rome (Civitavecchia)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Colosseum
    • Explore the Roman Forum
    • Tour the Pantheon
    • Visit the Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica
    • Discover Rome's ancient temples and architectural marvels
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
    Roman Forum
    Pantheon
    St. Peter's Basilica
    Vatican
  9. Day 9

    Florence/Pisa (Livorno)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Florence as a Renaissance museum
    • Visit Brunelleschi's Duomo in Florence
    • Tour the Leaning Tower of Pisa
    • Visit Pisa Cathedral and Baptistery at the Square of Miracles
    • Discover Tuscany's cypress-dotted countryside
    Landmarks
    Florence Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore)
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Pisa Cathedral
    Pisa Baptistery
    Square of Miracles (Piazza dei Miracoli)
  10. Day 10

    Florence/Pisa (Livorno)

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Tuscan vineyards and olive groves
    • Visit medieval hill towns
    • Sample Chianti and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano wines
    • Enjoy traditional Tuscan farm-to-table cuisine
    • Experience creamy Tuscan cheeses and grilled Florentine steaks
  11. Day 11

    Monte Carlo, Monaco

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at Monte Carlo's exclusive boutiques
    • Explore the beautiful old port
    • Visit the Prince's Palace
    • Discover the medieval quarter on 'The Rock'
    • Enjoy views of the Mediterranean and yacht-lined harbor
    Landmarks
    Prince's Palace of Monaco
  12. Day 12

    Marseille, France

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the Vieux Port (Old Port)
    • Visit the 17th-century fortresses
    • Walk the picturesque quay with its cafés and shops
    • Discover La Canebière boulevard
    • Sample bouillabaisse at local restaurants
    Landmarks
    Vieux Port (Old Port)
  13. Day 13

    Sète, France

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Sète's network of canals
    • Visit Les Halles de Sète fish market
    • Sample fresh seafood at local establishments
    • Walk or cycle along canals connecting the Mediterranean to Thau Lagoon
    • Discover colorful buildings and local atmosphere
  14. Day 14

    Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the Gothic Quarter and medieval lanes
    • View Roman wall remnants
    • Visit Barcelona Cathedral
    • Discover the Jewish district of El Call
    • Tour the Church of Santa Maria del Pi
    • Dine at restaurants around the Royal Plaza
    Landmarks
    Barcelona Cathedral
    Gothic Quarter
    El Call (Jewish Quarter)
    Church of Santa Maria del Pi
  15. Day 15

    Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Join a Viking extension package to continue traveling
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