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Athens To Rome

Sailing the Mediterranean aboard Emerald Sakara

Description

Begin the program in Athens with a special visit to the Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art, then embark the spectacular new Emerald Sakara at the Port of Piraeus. Launched in 2023, this beautiful modern vessel is designed to allow access to smaller ports not accessible to larger cruise ships. Cruise through the Corinth Canal to see where the Oracle spoke to Greek citizens at Delphi. If you wish, go for a run on the original track at Olympia. Call at 2,700-year- old Siracusa, rich with Greek and Roman history, and stay for a late departure that allows an evening stroll or sightseeing excursion. Marvel at the 3rd-century B.C. Greco-Roman amphitheater at Taormina and the stunning Greek Temple of Neptune at Paestum before visiting fascinating Pompeii for a glimpse into what Roman life was like before Mt. Vesuvius erupted. There will also be opportunities to participate in optional pre- and post-trip extensions in Athens and Rome.