A Grand Journey to Vibrant Riches & Ancient Wonders
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$6,000
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Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Istanbul
Turkey
Float across the shimmering Bosphorus to witness the breathtaking Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia rising majestically from centuries past.
Arrive
2026-11-24 00:00:00
Depart
2026-11-24 20:00:00
Day 2
Istanbul
Turkey
Float across the shimmering Bosphorus to witness the breathtaking Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia rising majestically from centuries past.
Arrive
2026-11-25 01:00:00
Depart
2026-11-25 13:00:00
Day 3
Vólos
Greece
Wander through charming tavernas in the waterfront quarter while gazing at the Pelion Mountains rising dramatically behind this enchanting Thessalian port.
Arrive
2026-11-26 09:00:00
Depart
2026-11-26 20:00:00
Day 4
Thessaloníki
Greece
Wander among Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques that reveal centuries of cultural layers in Greece's most underrated Mediterranean city.
Arrive
2026-11-27 09:00:00
Depart
2026-11-27 20:00:00
Day 5
🌊 At Sea
Day 6
Piraeus
Greece
Wander through the Acropolis to stand before the magnificent Parthenon overlooking Athens and the sparkling Aegean Sea.
Arrive
2026-11-29 08:00:00
Depart
2026-11-29 20:00:00
Day 7
Heraklion (Iraklion), Crete
Greece
Wander through the legendary Palace of Knossos to discover Europe's oldest civilization and the mythical home of King Minos.
Arrive
2026-11-30 09:00:00
Depart
2026-11-30 18:00:00
Day 8
🌊 At Sea
Day 9
Port Said
Egypt
Navigate the engineering marvel of the Suez Canal while crossing between continents on this historic maritime gateway.
Arrive
2026-12-02 07:00:00
Depart
2026-12-02 21:00:00
Day 10
🌊 At Sea
Day 10
Suez
Egypt
Witness the engineering marvel of massive container ships navigating through one of the world's most strategic waterways while exploring nearby ancient temples and desert landscapes.
Arrive
2026-12-03 16:30:00
Depart
2026-12-03 17:00:00
Day 11
🌊 At Sea
Day 12
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia
Explore the enchanting Al-Balad historic district where centuries-old coral stone architecture and bustling traditional souks reveal Saudi Arabia's rich maritime heritage.
Arrive
2026-12-05 10:00:00
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11 nights on
EXPLORA II
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