Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
Ephesus is the best preserved classical city in the Mediterranean, famous for its Greek and Roman architecture and probably the best place in the world to realize how life was in Roman times. Ancient history comes alive as you walk along the marble streets next to the traces left by the vehicls of the ancient years and overtake the temples, columns, houses and public baths. Visit the extensively restored Library of Celsus that once contained 12,000 scrolls.
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Visit the capital of Modern and Ancient Greece and explore , the "Old City" of Athens, Plaka, with its neoclassical buildings and shops for gifts and souvenirs.
Climb the Acropolis hill, where the Parthenon Temple dominates, and enjoy the wonderful view. Also, take a trip along the beautiful Saronic Gulf - Cape Sounion and ancient Corinth, where you can sunbathe and admire thousand years of history.
Corfu, Greece
Known as the "Emerald Isle" because of its rich vegetation and timeless beauty, Corfu is one of the hidden treasures of the Mediterranean. The second largest of the Ionian islands, Corfu covers an area of 592 square kilometers. With the intense culture and incomparable beuaty coastline, Corfu was an inexhaustible source of inspiration for many artists and writers.
Chania - Souda (Crete)
Chania is one of Crete’s most beautiful cities, known for its Venetian charm and traditional character. Souda, the city’s port, serves both ferries and cruise ships. The area combines history, architecture, and natural beauty, making it a unique destination.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik, often called “the Pearl of the Adriatic,” is a stunning coastal city known for its well-preserved medieval walls, narrow stone streets, and impressive architecture. Its Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, captivates visitors with its castles, churches, and palaces. The city offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, attracting travelers from around the world. It also gained modern fame as a key filming location for Game of Thrones, adding to its international appeal.
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul is not only the meeting point of Europe and Asia, but also the place where history meets the modern world. Mosques, racecourses, luxurious palaces of Old Istanbul and what remains of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empire, will go you back in time. Admire amazing cultural and sacred sites such as the Agia Sophia. Visit the Dolmabahce Palace and see how the sultans of the Ottoman Empire were living.
Santorini, Greece
Perched high above the beaches with black sand and crystal sea waters, access to Fira town becomes in three ways - by cable car, donkey or on foot. Regardless the way you choose to get there, the amazing sight of whitewashed houses that hang on the edge of the cliff will enchant you. Visit the site of Akrotiri , one of the most important archaeological sites in the world, and have a sightseeing tour to this prehistoric settlement, a city like Pompeii. Do not miss the opportunity to visit a local "Bodega" in the stunning village of Oia at the top of the cliff.
Treiste
Trieste is a magnificent city, with great neoclassical buildings - property of wealthy merchants and sailors, mostly of the 19th century- squares, theaters, museums, all very inspiring to the visitor. A vibrant city with its most beautiful area to be the one between two main squares: the Piazza del 'Unita and the Piazza della Liberta. The creation of modern and free port on both ends of the waterfront created the conditions for a huge development.
Zadar
Zadar is a coastal town and seaport of Croatia, located north of Split. The city has been inhabited since the 7th century BC. The old town is built on a peninsula, surrounded by a wall and is completely built up, with the typical architecture of medieval cities. The modern Zadar is a tourist city and major sights are the octagonal church of Agios Donatos (9th century) with its impressive bell tower, the Cathedral of St. Anastasia (9th-12th century) and the Roman market near Zeleni square.
