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"summary": [
"Embark on a 10-day voyage from the dazzling crossroads of Istanbul to the timeless romance of Venice, tracing an arc through some of the Eastern Mediterranean's most captivating destinations. From the ancient ruins of Greek Philippi and the iconic caldera of Santorini to the birthplace of the Olympic Games at ancient Olympia, the wild beauty of northern Greece, and the medieval walled towns of Montenegro and Croatia, every port tells a story thousands of years in the making. The journey concludes in Venice — a city like no other, where grand palaces rise from the water and gondolas glide through a labyrinth of timeless canals."
],
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"day": "1",
"title": "Istanbul, Turkey (Embark)",
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"body": "Embark in Istanbul, one of the world's great cities, where East meets West across the shimmering waters of the Bosphorus. Explore the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia — a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture — the opulent Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque with its six soaring minarets, and the sensory wonderland of the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Embarks 1:00 PM. Departs 5:00 PM."
},
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"day": "2",
"title": "Kavala/Philippi, Greece",
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"body": "Arrive in Kavala, a picturesque port city on the northern Aegean coast of Greece, where a striking Byzantine aqueduct still arches over the Old Town. Journey inland to the UNESCO-listed ruins of ancient Philippi, founded by Alexander the Great's father Philip II in 356 BC and later the site of one of the Roman world's most decisive battles. Explore the remarkably preserved theatre, forum, and early Christian basilicas — where the Apostle Paul preached Europe's first Christian sermon. In port 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM."
},
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"day": "3",
"title": "Izmir, Turkey",
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"body": "Discover Izmir, Turkey's vibrant third-largest city, set along a sweeping Aegean bay and one of the ancient world's greatest metropolises. Stroll the lively waterfront Kordon promenade, explore the colourful Kemeraltı bazaar, and visit the ruins of the Agora of ancient Smyrna. Journey to the extraordinary UNESCO-listed ruins of Ephesus — one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world — where the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the Temple of Artemis once drew pilgrims from across the known world. In port 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM."
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"day": "4",
"title": "Santorini, Greece",
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"body": "Arrive at Santorini, the jewel of the Aegean — a dramatic crescent of volcanic rock topped with dazzling white-washed villages perched high above the deep blue caldera. Explore the iconic village of Oia with its celebrated sunsets and labyrinthine blue-domed lanes, visit the ancient Minoan city of Akrotiri — preserved under volcanic ash for 3,500 years — or hike the dramatic caldera rim trail from Fira to Oia for breathtaking panoramic views. In port 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM."
},
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"day": "5",
"title": "Katakolon, Greece",
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"body": "Arrive in Katakolon, the gateway to ancient Olympia — the sacred sanctuary where the Olympic Games were born in 776 BC and held every four years for over a millennium in honour of Zeus. Walk in the footsteps of ancient athletes through the original stadium, explore the remarkable Archaeological Museum of Olympia housing the stunning statue of Hermes by Praxiteles, and visit the Temple of Zeus whose colossal gold and ivory statue was counted among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. In port 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM."
},
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"day": "6",
"title": "Igoumenitsa, Greece",
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"body": "Explore Igoumenitsa, a gateway to the wild and beautiful region of Epirus in northwestern Greece. Journey to the stunning UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Dodona — home to the oldest oracle in Greece and a magnificent ancient theatre — or explore the charming old town of Ioannina on its peaceful lakeside setting, with its atmospheric island monastery and the castle of Ali Pasha. Alternatively, discover the pristine Ionian coastline and the crystal-clear waters of the nearby Sivota islets. In port 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM."
},
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"day": "7",
"title": "Bar, Montenegro",
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"body": "Discover Bar, Montenegro's main port city and gateway to a land of dramatic mountain scenery, medieval fortresses, and pristine Adriatic beaches. Explore the atmospheric ruins of Stari Bar — a medieval walled city abandoned in 1878 and now one of the Balkans' most evocative archaeological sites — set against a backdrop of olive groves said to be over 2,000 years old. Journey to the stunning UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor, one of the most beautiful bays in the world, or visit nearby Lake Skadar, the largest lake in the Balkans. In port 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM."
},
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"day": "8",
"title": "Dubrovnik, Croatia",
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"body": "Arrive in Dubrovnik, one of the most magnificent and recognisable cities in the world. Walk the famous city walls — stretching nearly two kilometres around the old town — for sweeping views over the terracotta rooftops and the sparkling Adriatic. Explore the marble-paved Stradun, visit the Rector's Palace, discover hidden churches, monasteries and Renaissance fountains, or take the cable car to Mount Srđ for panoramic views over the entire Dalmatian coast. In port 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM."
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"day": "9",
"title": "Split, Croatia",
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"body": "Explore Split, Croatia's second-largest city and one of the most extraordinary living ancient monuments in the world. The old town has grown up within and around the vast 4th-century Diocletian's Palace — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where restaurants, bars, and apartments are tucked into ancient Roman arches and marble corridors. Wander the buzzing Peristyle square, visit the Cathedral of Saint Domnius built within the emperor's mausoleum, and sip coffee at a café set beneath centuries-old columns. In port 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM."
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"day": "10",
"title": "Ravenna, Italy",
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"body": "Discover Ravenna, a remarkable small city on Italy's Adriatic coast that punches far above its size in artistic and historical significance. Once the capital of the Western Roman Empire and later of the Byzantine Exarchate, Ravenna is home to eight UNESCO-listed monuments — including some of the finest and best-preserved Byzantine mosaics in the world. Marvel at the gold and jewel-toned mosaics of the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, and the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. In port 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM."
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"day": "11",
"title": "Venice, Italy (Disembark)",
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"body": "Arrive in Venice, the most romantic and extraordinary city in the world — a masterpiece of human ingenuity built on 118 small islands, connected by 400 bridges over a network of shimmering canals. Glide through the Grand Canal by vaporetto, explore the magnificent Piazza San Marco and the Basilica's golden Byzantine mosaics, discover the Doge's Palace and its Bridge of Sighs, and lose yourself in the intimate calli (alleyways) of Dorsoduro and Cannaregio. Disembark and transfer to the airport or extend your stay in this incomparable city. Disembarks 8:00 AM."
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