Adriatic & Mediterranean Sojourn
This 22-day journey from Rome to Istanbul (or the reverse) opens a window into the deep-rooted history and fascinating cultures of the region as it brings together the best of three iconic Mediterranean itineraries.
Video Transcript
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Witness a sweeping landscape of cultural riches and historic wonders on this fascinating voyage that combines our intriguing Italian Sojourn, Venice, the Adriatic & Greece and Ancient Mediterranean Treasures itineraries.
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Your journey begins with Rome, home to a remarkable collection of historic treasures.
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Naples is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, where the pizza is authentic and the attractions epic, including the ruins of UNESCO-listed Pompeii.
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Heading south, you’ll arrive on the isle of Sicily and the picturesque clifftop town of Messina, gateway to majestic Mount Etna and the historic enclave of Taormina.
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Crotone, on the Adriatic Coast of Calabria, is an unspoiled gem of castles and cathedrals.
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A quaint old town and fascinating archeological sites.
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While Bari, located in the Puglia region, boasts a pedestrian-friendly medieval old town with castles and prehistoric wonders, including the Trulli Houses of Alberobello.
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A brief diversion from Italy takes you across the Adriatic to Croatia and the charming port of Sibenik, whose famous Renaissance cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Back in Italy at the top of the Adriatic is breathtaking Venice, where two delightful overnights provide plenty of time to enjoy its quiet canals, fascinating palazzos and museums.
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Then, it’s on to Split, Croatia, where you can explore the cobblestone streets of the Old Town or visit the palace of Roman emperor Diocletian, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The walled city of Dubrovnik is one of Europe’s jewels, charming port with a beautifully preserved Old Town of ancient stone buildings and red-tiled rooftops.
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Montenegro’s Kotor is a treasure of the Adriatic, with narrow streets leading to old palaces, the 12th century Cathedral of St.
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Tryphon and the picturesque main square.
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A distinctive Venetian influence can be felt on the Greek isle of Corfu, with its 15th century fortress and tree-lined esplanade.
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From Katakolon, you can immerse yourself in the history of ancient Greece at the site of the first Olympic Games at Mount Kronos, and the dramatic ruins of the ancient temples of Olympia.
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In beautiful Athens, the capital of ancient Greece itself and the birthplace of democracy unfolds before you at a relaxed pace on an overnight stay.
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Like many of the Greek isles, Crete is graced with the imprints of the ages.
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Enjoy its Venetian influences or delve into its Minoan civilization.
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On the Greek island of Rhodes, you’ll pass through one of 11 imposing gates to discover the old city, Europe’s largest active medieval town and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Fabled Ephesus, Turkey offers a stunning window into the past with remarkable architectural treasures, including the iconic Library of Celsus.
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Legendary Troy, once thought to exist only in mythology, boasts traces of as many as 9 different cities on the site.
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Your voyage concludes with an overnight in fascinating Istanbul, where East meets West, and hidden treasures stand witness to the influences of countless ages and cultures.