10 nights. Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, Turcaí

Day 1

ravenna, italy

Departure: 16:00

Welcome to the heart of Italy: Ravenna – a glittering gem in the Emilia-Romagna region. Known as the city of mosaics, Ravenna is a haven for art lovers, history enthusiasts, foodies, and everyone in between. As you wander onto Ravenna’s cobbled streets, you’re immediately surrounded by echoes of a rich and fascinating past. Once the capital of the Western Roman Empire, the city boasts no fewer than eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Basilica di San Vitale, Basilica di Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, and the Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, to name just a few, are decorated with some of the most extraordinary Byzantine mosaics in the world. Their vivid colours and intricate designs are genuinely awe-inspiring, just as they have been for countless visitors over the centuries. But Ravenna isn’t only about the past. It’s a lively, modern city buzzing with contemporary culture. As you stroll through town, you’ll come across delightful independent shops, stylish bars, and restaurants serving the famous flavours of Emilia-Romagna. From the local piadina flatbread to gloriously creamy gelato, your taste buds are in for a real treat. Nature lovers are well looked after too. Ravenna’s location offers a lovely mix of coastline and countryside. A short drive brings you to the golden sands of the Adriatic Sea – ideal for a lazy day by the water or some fun with watersports. Head inland instead and you can explore the tranquil wetlands of the Po Delta Park, a paradise for birdwatching and cycling. The city also hosts a full calendar of events throughout the year. From Dante-inspired poetry readings and the Ravenna Festival of music and dance to the lively Notte d’Oro, with celebrations going on late into the night, there’s always something happening. Ravenna is a place where past and present blend effortlessly, offering a unique mix of art, history, food, and natural beauty. Whether you’re visiting its world-class heritage sites, tasting local specialities, or simply soaking up the Italian sun on the Adriatic coast, Ravenna promises a memorable trip that will leave you wanting to return. Come and experience the magic of Ravenna, where every corner has a story waiting to be uncovered.

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Day 2

dubrovnik, croatia

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 23:59

George Bernard Shaw dubh Dubrovnik "an péarla de Adriatic, paradís ar an domhan", agus, go deimhin, d'fhéadfadh sé a bheith ar cheann de na cathracha is áille a fheicfidh tú riamh. Tógadh agus cónaíodh go príomha ag Veinéiseacha i Dubrovnik, agus tá draíocht uasal agus aontacht ailtireachta suntasach aige a tharraingíonn na mílte cuairteoirí gach samhradh. Bunaithe sa 7ú haois, sheas Dubrovnik i measc foraoise mór de chrainn dara, as a raibh a ainm aige. Tóg siúlóid ar bharr ballaí an tseanchathr le radhairc ar an seanbhaile agus an cósta máguaird. Díreach roimh dul amach as an seanbhaile trí gheata an iarthair, cas ar dheis chun cuairt a thabhairt ar Mhainistir na bhFrancachán agus na cloistreacha síochánta. Tá an ceann is sine de chógaisí na hEorpa taobh istigh den doras isteach, a bunaithe i 1371. I gcoirnéal thuaidh na seanbhail tá Cloister agus Músaem na nDomhnachánach, le poliptíoch le Titian. Tá Ard-Eaglais iontach de Ghlacadh na Maighdine Mhuire i lár Poljana Marin Držić agus is féidir a stóras a fhiosrú; féach ar an obair le Raphael. Tá uisceanna te, gile ag Dubrovnik; ná bí ag admháil é ó chian agus tóg tumadh ann. Is féidir leis na daoine cróga tumadh agus gréineadh ar na carraigeacha nó snámh timpeall ar bhallaí na cathrach agus daoine eile ag stánadh ón uachtar. Lonraíonn dúnfhallaí ildaite Dubrovnik i solas na maidine luí, ach tráthnóna luath, cuireann uisceanna gorma soiléir na farraige tú i gcuimhne ar shiúl ón gcathair agus a torann turasóireachta. Má tá tú in ann an pléascadh a sheasamh, d'fhéadfadh tú freisin píosa neamh a fháil.

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Day 3

kotor, montenegro

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Kotor is a coastal town in Montenegro. It's situated in a secluded part of the Gulf of Kotor. It's located on the Bay of Kotor (Boka Kotorska), one of the most indented parts of the Adriatic Sea. Along with the nearly overhanging limestone cliffs of Orjen and Lovćen, Kotor and its surrounding area form an impressive and picturesque Mediterranean landscape. Kotor is part of the World Heritage Site known as the Natural and Culturo-Historical Region of Kotor. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Old Town. The Old Town is the most famous part of Kotor, where the history, culture, and tradition of Kotor are preserved. They are complemented by a multitude of narrow streets, squares, and markets. The main and largest square is Trg od oruzja (Square of arms). The old town of Kotor today is considered to be the best preserved medieval urban entity in the Mediterranean. • Maritime Museum. The memories of those long gone sailing days and years, the successes of the famous Kotor seaman, artists, ship builders, crafts man, states man, and diplomats, intermediaries between west and east, are kept in the Maritime museum, which is housed in the baroque palace Grgurin. • The Island Gospa od Skrpjela. The Island Gospa od Skrpjela is one of two beautiful islands in Kotor Bay, which are situated in the bay across from Perast. That island is also known as "the island of the dead captains". The Island Gospa od Skrpjela is an artificial island, made by seaman from Perast and Kotor, who on their big sail boats brought in large boulders.

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Day 5

athens (piraeus), greece

Arrival: 05:30 - Departure: 17:00

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Day 6

santorini, greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

Formed by the massive volcanic eruption which gave rise to the Atlantis legend, Santorini is the most striking island in the Aegean. The island is actually the outer rim of a sunken volcano, its entire eastern coast is a succession of small towns perched on high hills. Fira is the island’s dramatically situated capital. Perched on the cliffs, overlooking the sea, the town of Fira shares with the Parthenon the fame of the best known images of Greece. The narrow streets are filled with souvenir shops, lovely boutiques and a lot of jewellery shops. It has two beautiful churches, the Greek Orthodox and the Catholic Cathedral of St John the Baptist. It also has a small local museum. Nightlife in Fira is also quite lively with good restaurants and bars, plus a few nightclubs. The city is a spectacle in itself, with a climax at sunset. Another great place to enjoy the sunset is the town of Ia, a small village clinging to the rocky point of land at the northern tip of the island, 300m above the sea. The beaches in Santorini are much different than other beaches in Greece due to their special geographical features. Red and black volcanic pebbles lay the shores of Santorini beaches and steep cliffs provide a picturesque ambience. The most famous of Santorini beaches is the Red beach, while particularly popular are Perissa, Kamari and Perivolos. Santorini is a truly wonderful destination. The siting of some of its major towns along the clifftop rim of the caldera is one of the most spectacularly lovely sights in the world. The buildings seem to defy gravity in the way they cling to the cliffs and are stacked one on top of the other like so many sugar cubes. The sandy, multicoloured beaches are simply the icing on the cake.

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Day 7

rhodes, greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands in terms of land area and also the island group's historical capital. Administratively the island forms a separate municipality within the Rhodes regional unit, which is part of the South Aegean region. The principal town of the island and seat of the municipality is Rhodes. It is located northeast of Crete, southeast of Athens and just off the Anatolian coast of Turkey. Rhodes' nickname is The Island of the Knights. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Asklipio Inland from Kiotari. In the little church there are fascinating displays, honouring the continuity of the cult of healing from ancient times to a modern midwife and nurse. • Cape Prasonisi. The southern-most tip of Rhodes. There is a peninsula connected to the main island by a sand bar. • Castle with acropolis over Lindos • Castle of Kastellos. • Castle of Monolithos. • Epta Piges. • Filerimos Hill. Medieval remains, a monastery and chapel. • Kamiros. Ancient ruins. • Tsambika Peak. • Rhodes Old Town - Palace of the Prince Grand Master. - Street of Knights. - Fortifications. • Valley of the Butterflies.

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Day 8

ephesus (kusadasi), turkey

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 16:00

Kusadasi is a coastal resort town in the Aydin Province of Aegean Turkey. It's a popular tourist destination, known for its many beaches and for being Turkey's busiest cruise port, with many cruise ship passengers heading to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the major and best preserved Greco-Roman sites in Turkey. There are some good beaches both south and north of Kusadasi. All beaches are commercialised with hotels surrounding them. South of Kusadasi is the ladies beach, lost paradise beach and the long beach. Kusadasi is the gateway to Ephesus, a fascinating ancient city with baths, gyms, acoustic theatre and temples, arches and much more. The Roman Ruins at Ephesus are spectacular. In town visit the City Walls, Kaleiçi Camii, the Öküz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai and Guvercin Adası peninsula. Kusadasi is one of Turkey's more cosmopolitan and lively resorts.

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Day 9

thessaloniki, greece

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 16:00

Thessaloniki, ceann de na cathracha is sine agus is mó san Eoraip agus an dara cathair is mó sa Ghréig. Síneann sé thar dhá mhíle i mbabhla a chruthaíodh ag cnoic ísle agus a osclaíonn isteach i gCuan Thermaikos. Is cathair bhríomhar í agus ceann de na hionaid trádála agus cumarsáide is tábhachtaí sa Mheánmhuir. Rinne an tine mhór de 1917 scrios mór ar lár na cathracha staire, agus rinne crith talún mór i 1968 damáiste breise. Ina dhiaidh sin, tá samplaí gan áireamh de shaibhreas staire agus cultúr na cathracha, cé go bhfuil siad i bhfolach i measc na forbartha tar éis 1917. Tá an meascán foirgneamh seo tar éis meascán iontach de stíleanna a chruthú atá an-ait do Thessaloniki. Tá séadchomharthaí Rómhánacha in aice le campais ollscoile nua-aimseartha, tá foirgnimh nua-aimseartha ag faire ar eaglaisí meánaoiseacha agus beidh struchtúir Otomanacha go luath ag cúlú túinéal nua Thessaloniki, an subway. Tá na húdaráis cathracha tar éis a lán a dhéanamh chun staid an oidhreacht chultúir a chaomhnú agus is féidir linn a shamhlú go ndéanfar níos mó chun a chinntiú nach bhfuil sé ach cuid bhuan de radharc na cathracha ach go bhfuil sé soiléir agus inrochtana do áitritheoirí agus do chuairteoirí araon. Níl mórthacht Thessaloniki, áfach, ach ina struchtúr seasta. Tá an chathair seo beo go fíor agus ní hamháin i gcás tráchta mór nó a lán tógála. Is maith leis na daoine anseo iad féin a léiriú amuigh faoin aer agus is deacair am a chaitheamh anseo gan roinnt de chultúr dúchasach agus fíor na cathracha a fheiceáil. Bíonn ceolchoirmeacha faoin aer ag Plateia Aristotelou i rith an tsamhraidh, ach bíonn cruinnithe spontáineacha ann freisin a thugann léargas do chuairteoirí ar shaol na nGriagach gnáth. Bíonn mic léinn ag caitheamh ama os comhair an Rotunda ag seinm a ngiotáirí san oíche agus bíonn an Agora Rómhánach uaireanta ina láthair do drámaí nó taispeántais a eagraítear ag grúpaí éagsúla sa chathair. Gach dhá bhliain, glacann an bláthú cultúrtha seo an cruth de na biennála ealaíne comhaimseartha, buaicphointe féilire phobal ealaíontóirí na cathracha. Is iad na heaglaisí Byzantine, na tógálacha Rómhánacha, na foirgnimh Mhuislim, an ailtireacht nua-aimseartha, an oíche bheo agus na tránna áille an t-essence de Thessaloniki. Mar an dara cathair is mó sa Ghréig, cumann Thessaloniki níos mó ná 2,300 bliain de stair le gach saoráid agus excitement a d'fhéadfadh cathair Eorpach nua-aimseartha a thairiscint do chuairteoir.

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Day 10

istanbul, turkey

Arrival: 12:00 - Departure: 00:00

Istanbul owes its historical significance and its incredible cultural and architectural heritage to its perfect strategic location, straddling the Bosphorus straits which separate Europe and Asia Minor. Throughout most of its 2,500-year-long history, the city (first known as Byzantium, then as Constantinople and since 1930 as Istanbul) was a cultural melting pot. Today, its population of over 13 million is almost exclusively Turkish, and many of its people are recent migrants from provincial Turkey, drawn by the promise of jobs and careers in this vibrant, rapidly growing city. Istanbul is no longer the nation's capital, but is Turkey's economic and cultural powerhouse - a status emphasised by its role as a European City of Culture in 2010 and the award of UNESCO World Heritage listing to many of its most important landmarks, which range from stunning Ottoman mosques and Byzantine churches and catacombs to the columns of Hellenistic temples and the remains of massive medieval city walls. But there's more to Istanbul than Byzantine and Ottoman heritage. A rapidly growing economy has contributed to a thriving arts and music scene, with a wealth of new bars, clubs, private art galleries, restaurants and designer fashion outlets.

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Day 11

istanbul, turkey

Arrival: 06:00

Istanbul owes its historical significance and its incredible cultural and architectural heritage to its perfect strategic location, straddling the Bosphorus straits which separate Europe and Asia Minor. Throughout most of its 2,500-year-long history, the city (first known as Byzantium, then as Constantinople and since 1930 as Istanbul) was a cultural melting pot. Today, its population of over 13 million is almost exclusively Turkish, and many of its people are recent migrants from provincial Turkey, drawn by the promise of jobs and careers in this vibrant, rapidly growing city. Istanbul is no longer the nation's capital, but is Turkey's economic and cultural powerhouse - a status emphasised by its role as a European City of Culture in 2010 and the award of UNESCO World Heritage listing to many of its most important landmarks, which range from stunning Ottoman mosques and Byzantine churches and catacombs to the columns of Hellenistic temples and the remains of massive medieval city walls. But there's more to Istanbul than Byzantine and Ottoman heritage. A rapidly growing economy has contributed to a thriving arts and music scene, with a wealth of new bars, clubs, private art galleries, restaurants and designer fashion outlets.

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