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.
Catania, Italy
Catania is located on the east coast of Sicily. At the foot of the city there is the largest volcano in Europe, Mount Etna. It is a sleek, modern town and important industrial center of technology in Europe. Catania is also an arts' center with rich baroque architecture, medieval castles and Roman theaters.
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.
Katakolon,(Olympia) Greece
Katakolo is a seaside port in the region of Ilia, near Ancient Olympia, and a popular stop for cruise ships. It features a picturesque waterfront with cafés, tavernas, and shops, serving as the gateway for excursions to the archaeological site of Olympia (about 30 minutes away), birthplace of the Olympic Games. The area offers access to nearby beaches, local products, and cultural attractions.
La Goulette, Tunis
La Goulette is the port of Tunis, the capital of Tunisia. The name derives from the "gullet", a channel where the city is located, not from the ship type schooner, called goélette in French.
Monemvasia, Greece
Monemvasia is a small historic town in eastern Peloponnese, in the prefecture of Laconia. It is better known by the medieval fortress on the homonym "Rock of Monemvasia", which is literally a small island connected by a bridge formed in neck with total length of 400 meters with the current coastline flat against the city on the Laconian coast. The surviving buildings and structures in the castle include defensive structures of the outer castle and several small Byzantine churches.
Civitavecchia/Rome, Italy
Civitavecchia is a town and comune of the province of Rome. A sea port which is located 80 kilometres west-north-west of Rome. The harbor is formed by two piers and a breakwater, on which is a lighthouse.
Naples (Salerno), Italy
Salerno is a beautiful city close to the Amalfi Coast on the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is a nice mixture of modern life with history. Visiting the historical old town will be an unforgettable experience. It has a huge historical importance connected to the Duomo Salermo. Museums and many sites prove the rich heritage of the city. Amalfi Coast is a very charming place to explore including the picturesque nearby towns such as Positano or Ravello. This city is a vibrant modern centre famous, also, for its shopping area which is here for centuries. Salerno is a city that, certainly, enchants the visitors.
Trapani (Sicily), Italy
Trapani is a coastal city in western Sicily, built on a narrow strip of land that stretches into the Mediterranean. Historically, it was an important commercial and maritime center, known for tuna fishing and for salt production from its surrounding salt pans. The old town is distinguished by its Baroque buildings, churches, and narrow streets, while the city also serves as a starting point for excursions to the nearby Egadi Islands and the ancient site of Segesta. Trapani combines historical heritage, picturesque charm, and gastronomy, offering an authentic taste of Sicilian culture.
