Displaying 1 to 10 (of 17 tours) in Mediterranean, Greece and Turkey Tours
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
8 days
Highlights:
Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many traditions. This vacation features the major sights, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafes and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built on rock formations; ancient Delphi, site of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidauros Theater, and explore
...Mycenae, where Agamemnon's golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens for the conclusion of your Greek adventure. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
8 days
Highlights:
A mesmerizing country of ancient civilization, Egypt's culture and mysterious past fascinate generation after generation. Your journey begins in Cairo, the most populated metro area in Africa. See the Sphinx, Valley Temple, and the great Giza pyramids, standing since approximately 2560 BC. Enjoy the included guided visit of the National Archaeological Museum as well as Coptic Cairo and the Saladin Citadel. Follow the Nile Delta to Alexandria on t
...he Mediterranean Sea and visit the Fort of Qait, the gardens of Montaza, and the new library. Along the Mediterranean coastal road, visit El Alamein, where two decisive battles were fought during WWII. En route back to Cairo, visit one of the ancient Coptic monasteries and do some last-minute souvenir shopping at the Khan-el-Khalili bazaar. Discover more amazing sights as you visit the fascinating step pyramid of Sakkara and the open-air museum in Memphis.Dec 24 departure - Christmas departure Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
10 days
Highlights:
Discover the best of historic and mythical Greece. Begin your vacation with two nights in Athens and guided sightseeing that includes the amazing ancient Acropolis, as well as time at leisure. Cross the Corinth Canal and marvel at the perfect acoustics of the Epidauros Theater and at the remains of the Mycenae fortress. Visit Sparta and see the monument to its king, Leonidas. On to Olympia, the legendary home of the Olympic Games, then cross the
...spectacular Rion-Antirion Bridge and spend time in mythical Delphi. Marvel at the extraordinary rock-top Meteora monasteries before returning to Athens. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
10 days
Highlights:
Combine the main Greek and Turkish cities with the lesser known yet fascinating northern parts of Greece. Start with three overnights in Athens, with a city sightseeing tour that includes the imposing Acropolis, a great starting point for your explorations. Proceed north and visit Delphi's imposing archaeological site, then visiting the spectacular site of Meteora and one of its rock-top monasteries with incredible views. Stop in Veria before an
...orientation in Thessalonika, a modern, bustling city that is home to a famous archaeological museum. Next is Philippi, where the battle between Julius Caesar's heirs, Mark Antony and Octavian, took place against Caesar's murderers, Brutus and Cassius, and where Apostle Paul started preaching on European soil. Stop in Kavala and overnight in Alexandroupolis before reaching the Turkish capital, Istanbul. After included city sightseeing that shows off the Roman Hippodrome and the Blue Mosque, there's time for you to relax and enjoy this exotic city or to further explore one of the many optional excursions offered. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
12 days
Highlights:
Discover two vibrant Mediterranean countries on one exciting vacation. Begin in Rome with guided sightseeing that visits the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Next, follow the coastline of the Tyrrhenian Sea to marvel at Pisa's Leaning Tower, then spend two nights in Tuscany with Florence, "Cradle of the Renaissance," and join the included walking tour of the historical center. In Verona, see Juliet's famous balcony; in Venice, enjoy a canal boat ri
...de to St. Mark's Square and marvel at the elaborate architecture. In Ancona, board an overnight ferry to Greece and visit Olympia, the impressive Mycenae archaeological site, and see the Corinth Canal. Conclude your journey with a stay in Athens, where the Acropolis is a highlight of the included sightseeing tour. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
12 days
Highlights:
A mesmerizing country of ancient civilization, Egypt's culture and mysterious past fascinate generation after generation. Your journey begins in Cairo, the most populated metro area in Africa. See the Sphinx, Valley Temple, and the great Giza pyramids, standing since approximately 2560 BC. Enjoy the included guided visit of the National Archaeological Museum as well as Coptic Cairo and the Saladin Citadel. Follow the Nile Delta to Alexandria on t
...he Mediterranean Sea and visit the Fort of Qait, the gardens of Montaza, and the new library. Along the Mediterranean coastal road, visit El Alamein, where two decisive battles were fought during WWII. En route back to Cairo, visit one of the ancient Coptic monasteries and do some souvenir shopping at the Khan-el-Khalili bazaar. Discover more amazing sights as you visit the fascinating step pyramid of Sakkara and the open-air museum in Memphis. After a flight to Aswan, enjoy guided city sightseeing featuring the Temple of Isis and the High Dam. Board your cruise ship for a memorable Nile River cruise that introduces you to Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, and the fascinating Valley of Kings. Disembark and visit the Temple of Amon Ra in Karnak before your return flight to Cairo for a final overnight of this amazing vacation.Dec 24 departure - Christmas departure Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
13 days
Highlights:
A country of many contrasts, Turkey is a unique crossroads between Europe and Asia. Begin in Istanbul"a vibrant city of mosques, markets, peddlers, and historic buildings of Byzanteum Constantinople fame"and drive along the Sea of Marmara to Gallipoli on the European side of the Dardanelles. Visit the battle site of World War I, then ferry across to Asia Minor. Take time to visit the remains of Homer's legendary Troy, then motor through forested
...countryside to Kusadasi, famous for the Ephesus archaeological site. Continue through the "Greek Meander," the most fertile region in Turkey. Stop in Pamukkale with the ancient site of Hierapolis and spend the night in the Denizli area. By way of Konya, stop at the great 13th-century Agzikarahan Caravanserai, then to Goreme for an included visit to the amazing rock chapels carved by early Christians. Arrive in Turkey's capital of Ankara. From here, travel into the kingdom of Phrygia to Gordion. Visit King Midas' tomb before continuing to Bursa, famous for its great mosque, covered bazaar, and silk market. Return to Istanbul and be sure to catch the unforgettable sight of the Bosporus at dusk. Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
15 days
Highlights:
Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many traditions. This vacation features the major sights, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafes and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built on rock formations; ancient Delphi, site of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidauros Theater, and explore
...Mycenae, where Agamemnon's golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens, then embark your cruise ship and sail to fabulous Istanbul, Mykonos, Patmos, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Crete, and Santorini (weather permitting). Disembark and return to Athens for the final overnight of your Greek adventure! Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
15 days
Highlights:
Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many traditions. This vacation features the major sights, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafes and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built on rock formations; ancient Delphi, site of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidauros Theater, and explore
...Mycenae, where Agamemnon's golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens, then embark your cruise ship and sail to fabulous Istanbul, Mykonos, Patmos, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Crete, and Santorini (weather permitting). Disembark and return to Athens for the final overnight of your Greek adventure! Read More
Cosmos [?]
Duration:
15 days
Highlights:
See the best of Greece's ancient and modern mainland, then cruise to the beautiful islands of the Aegean and Kusadasi, Turkey. Spend the first two nights in Athens with guided sightseeing that includes the Acropolis and its museum as well as time at leisure. Cross the Corinth Canal and marvel at the perfect acoustics of the Epidauros Theater and at the fortress of Mycenae. Visit Sparta and see the monument to its king, Leonidas, then to Olympia,
...the legendary home of the Olympic Games. Cross the spectacular Rion-Antirion Bridge, and spend time in mythical Delphi. Marvel at the extraordinary rock-top Meteora monasteries before returning to Athens. Next, embark your cruise ship and set sail for Mykonos with its "Little Venice" district, then Kusadasi, a bazaar town and seaside resort known for the Ephesus archaeological site. In Patmos, stop by the 11th-century monastery, stroll through the charming old walled city and souvenir stalls in Rhodes, see Heraklion in Crete, and marvel at awe-inspiring volcanic Santorini, the "Black Pearl of the Aegean." Return to Athens for time at leisure, the ideal ending to your journey. Read More