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September 12 to 20, 2010
Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes, Patmos, Ephesus, Troy
aboard the M.S. LE BOREAL
We are delighted to sponsor ISLAND LIFE IN ANCIENT GREECE. One of the most popular programs in the innovative Village Life™ series, it is a great voyage of discovery into the very cradle of Western civilization. Our exclusive itinerary is ideal for exploring this fabulous region’s ancient history and appreciating its way of life in our own era.
Over 3,000 years ago, the Mycenaeans founded one of the earliest great civilizations on the archipelago stretching from Greece to Turkey across Homer’s “wine-dark” Aegean Sea. Sail the very same waters Ulysses sailed on this seven-night cruise aboard the deluxe small ship M.S. LE BOREAL. Launching in 2010, this 120-cabin vessel showcases a new generation of ship design and technology and will also set unprecedented standards in elegance and comfort. Ports of call in Greece will include the islands of Delos, Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes, and Pátmos. Along Turkey’s Aegean coast, you will have the opportunity to visit the site of fabled Troy, as well as Ephesus, the most spectacularly preserved Greco-Roman city in the world.
Among the many Educational and Cultural Enrichments you will enjoy on this program is our unique Village Forum™, where residents of Pátmos will share with us their insights into modern life on an ancient isle. To make your experience even more personal and meaningful, we will offer an introduction to simple Greek phrases and their pronunciation. Even using a few will make your interaction with the Greeks that much more enjoyable! Exclusive lectures by faculty will provide more insight into relevant topics such as Greek mythology and Turkish history. And, we will taste the authentic flavors of Greece’s cuisine during special cooking demonstrations presented by the ship’s master chef and during our daily meals.
The warm camaraderie of travelers, the exceptional value of included accommodations and meals, and the comfort of unpacking only once on the superb M.S. LE BOREAL—all fused with the thrilling destination of the Aegean—make for a richly enticing program. It will sell out quickly, so make your reservation today!
Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey
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