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Itinerary: From the Walls of Troy to the Canals of Venice: Mediterranean Civilizations Through the Ages
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| Day 1 : | ISTANBUL, TURKEY |
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| Day 2 : | ISTANBUL | EMBARK |
| Day 3 : | CANAKKALE | TROY | CANAKKALE |
| Day 4 : | KUSADASI | EPHESUS | KUSADASI |
| Day 5 : | SANTORINI, GREECE |
| Day 6 : | HERAKLION | |KNOSSOS | RETHYMNON, CRETE |
| Day 7 : | PYLOS | METHONI | PYLOS |
| Day 8 : | SARANDA | BUTRINT | SARANDA, ALBANIA |
| Day 9 : | KOTOR, MONTENEGRO |
| Day 10 : | DUBROVNIK, CROATIA |
| Day 11 : | SPLIT |
| Day 12 : | RAVENNA | VENICE, ITALY |
| Day 13 : | VENICE | DISEMBARK |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||||
| Cat E | Cat D | Cat C | Cat B | Cat A | Cat AA | Cat VS | Cat PHS | ||
| 13 | Sep 18, 2009 | $7,795 | $8,795 | $9,795 | $10,795 | $11,795 | $12,595 | $13,995 | $14,995 |
| A limited number of cabins have been designated for single travelers in Categories D - A at a supplement of $2,995 | |||||||||
| Destinations : Albania, Crete, Croatia, Europe, Greece, Italy, Mediterranean, Montenegro, Serbia and Montenegro, Turkey Activities : Ancient Ruins, Cultural Activities, Photography |
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From mythic prehistoric sites to magnificent Greek monuments, and from grand Roman cities to medieval villages overlooking the sea, the Mediterranean features layer upon layer of history and culture set beautifully upon azure waters. In these storied lands, the art and architecture from myriad civilizations coexist. Centuries of history imbue these shores, from ancient structures that remain remarkably intact to beautiful seaside walled towns that have retained their original character and architecture. On this voyage aboard Corinthian II, we will also encounter the two main powers that coexisted, sometimes peacefully, at other times in sharp competition, in the eastern Mediterranean during the medieval period, the Byzantine Empire and Venice. Beginning in Istanbul—old Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire—we set sail for fabled Troy, where ongoing archaeological work has revealed the remains of a series of towns spanning the centuries, and continue through the Aegean, Ionian and Adriatic Seas ending our voyage in Venice, undoubtedly one of the world’s most unusual cities
Day 1 : ISTANBUL, TURKEY
Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to the Hilton Hotel. Welcome cocktail reception tonight.
Day 2 : ISTANBUL | EMBARK
Tour the city’s principal Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks, including the Basilica of Hagia Sophia, the Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar, where time at leisure will be provided. Late in the afternoon, transfer to the port to board Corinthian II. Sail in the evening.
Day 3 : CANAKKALE | TROY | CANAKKALE
Guarding the strategic narrows of the Hellespont, or Dardanelles, Canakkale is our gateway for Troy, where ongoing archaeological excavations have revealed nine different layers of cities superimposed in rings on a massive mound rising above the “windswept” Plain of Ilium. It was to one of these cities, as legend has it, that the Greeks fought the Trojans as told by Homer in his Illiad. The city of King Priam finally fell to Odysseus’ ruse of the Trojan Horse.
Day 4 : KUSADASI | EPHESUS | KUSADASI
From Kusadasi, our excursion leads to Ephesus. Renowned as the center of worship of the mother-goddess Cybele, later known as Artemis, it was also the site where St. Paul addressed the Ephesians. Excavations continue and archaeologists are restoring the Terrace Houses, which offer a glimpse of the daily lives of the Ephesians. See the stunning facade of the Library of Celsus; the temple of Hadrian; the Great Amphitheater; and the Basilica of St. John, built by Justinian on the site of the Apostle’s tomb.
Day 5 : SANTORINI, GREECE
In the second millennium B.C., volcanic eruptions shrouded the island of Santorini in a blanket of pumice and ash, and collapsed the island into a fractured caldera. This ultimately produced the wild, otherworldly, multihued beauty of the island, while sending the Minoan civilization into irreversible decline. Take a cable-car ride up to the whitewashed homes, shops, cafes and churches of Phira. Then visit the Nomikos Exhibition, where excellent reproductions of Akrotiri’s Minoan frescoes are on display, and continue to the Prehistoric History Museum of Thera.
Day 6 : HERAKLION | |KNOSSOS | RETHYMNON, CRETE
Arrive at Heraklion and journey to the Palace of Knossos, which exemplifies the brilliance and refinement of the Minoan civilization. Knossos is a labyrinth of corridors, stairways and chambers decorated with frescoes. After a visit to the Heraklion Museum, drive to Agreco, an authentic working Cretan farm in beautiful surroundings for a lunch of Cretan specialties. Continue to Rethymnon, where ancient minarets, Venetian and Turkish houses and a medieval fortress intermingle to compose one of Crete’s most delightful towns.
Day 7 : PYLOS | METHONI | PYLOS
Arrive in Pylos, for an excursion to the impressive Mycenaean palace known as the Palace of King Nestor. Alternatively travel to Methoni to explore its massive Citadel, a formidable Venetian fortress that served as a staging post for pilgrims en route to the Holy Land.
Day 8 : SARANDA | BUTRINT | SARANDA, ALBANIA
From the Albanian port of Saranda, drive to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Butrint. Inhabited since prehistoric times, the city was founded by the Trojans, or so claimed the poet Virgil. A gem of an archeological site, its ruins span 2,500 years, and include, among other buildings, the remains of a Greek acropolis, a Roman theater, a 6th-century baptistery and a fortress erected by the warlord Ali Pasha Tepelena in the 19th century.
Day 9 : KOTOR, MONTENEGRO
Corinthian II navigates the deep, fjord-like Bay of Kotor to reach the port town of the same name, located at the head of the bay beneath towering mountains. One of the most quaint and best preserved medieval towns along the Dalmatian coast, Kotor is a designated UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. The town’s fortifications and most of its monuments, which we will visit on a walking tour, date from the time of Venetian rule.
Day 10 : DUBROVNIK, CROATIA
Arrive this morning amid Dubrovnik’s impressive medieval walls and battlements. Visit the Franciscan Monastery, Dominican Monastery and the Baroque Cathedral, which contains works by Titian and Andrea del Sarto. Also, view the wonderful courtyard of the Rector’s Palace, and the Cathedral of Our Lady, known for its rich treasury.
Day 11 : SPLIT
Originally a Greco-Illyrian settlement called Aspalathos, Split is an ancient city centered around the formidable Palace of Diocletian, built in A.D. 295. An extensive structure, much of which is well-preserved, the palace contains within its walls Split’s medieval town, making it the only palace that has been continuously inhabited since Roman times.
Day 12 : RAVENNA | VENICE, ITALY
Call in Ravenna this morning. In the 5th century A.D., with Rome in decline, King Honorarius moved the imperial capital to this provincial town, which flowered as one of the great Byzantine centers of Europe. Visit the Tomb of Galla Placidia, the Church of San Vital, Sant’ Apollinaire Nuovo and Sant’ Apollinaire in Classe. Sail for Venice in the afternoon, arriving in the early evening. Overnight aboard ship docked in Venice.
Day 13 : VENICE | DISEMBARK
-Please note the following fuel surcharge information:
*$180/person for departures from Sept-Oct 11, 2008
*$250/person for departures from Oct 11-Dec 22, 2008
*$275/person for all Antarctic departures, Dec 2008 - March 2009.
-Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy.
- A limited number of cabins have been designated for single travelers in Categories D - A. Supplement depends on particular voyage; contact us for details. Singles in categories AA - PHS are available at double the per person, double occupancy rates.
Prices are based on a 3% cash discount.
Ship Description: Corinthian II
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Corinthian II Ship
The distinguished 114-guest Corinthian II offers a classic yacht-like atmosphere and fine accommodations. Corinthian II is ice-strengthened for voyages into Antarctic waters, and is equipped with a fleet of Zodiac inflatable craft for forays ashore. Originally built in 1992 and refurbished in 2005, Corinthian II accommodates all guests in 57 outside suites, each affording sea views and elegantly appointed with a sitting area, TV, mini-refrigerator, safe, and other amenities as well as a marble bathroom. Several suites include private balconies accessed via sliding glass doors. Spacious and finely decorated public areas include a library stocked with books related to the itinerary and other volumes, and four computer terminals for e-mail access; an elegant lounge; and The Club, a space for convivial relaxation, with picture windows for panoramic views. The restaurant, serving fine cuisine prepared by European chefs, accommodates all guests at a single unassigned seating. The ship also includes a gym, beauty salon, a sun deck with Jacuzzi, and an outdoor café and bar, where meals may be served al fresco. Corinthian II is served by 70 experienced European officers and crew. There is also an elevator offering access to all decks.
Cabin Categories & Descriptions
All accommodations aboard Corinthian II are suites. They face outside, affording sea views, and several have balconies with sliding doors. All suites include a bedroom with twin or queen-size beds, sitting area, ample closet space, mini-refrigerator, TV, marble-appointed bathroom with shower, and other amenities.
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Cat E Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 250 - 252 |
Cat D Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 329-332 |
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Cat C Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 254 - 262 |
Cat B Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 333 - 348 |
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Cat A Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 416 - 428 |
Cat AA Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows and sitting area. 265 sq. ft. Suites 414 - 415 |
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Cat VS Deluxe Veranda Suites on Erickson Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 300 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 505 - 512 |
Cat PHS Deluxe Penthouse Suites on Explorer Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 400 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 601 - 604 |
