Discover an ancient world between desert and sea! Aboard the 114-guest, all-suite Corinthian II, we journey from Greece to Morocco across North Africa’s magnificent Mediterranean coast. In Egypt, we cast our eyes on the sheer wonder of the Great Pyramids, then voyage to the palm-fringed coast of Libya, with its astounding Greco-Roman cities set by the sea. Our westward arc brings us to an array of remarkable sites, including the haunting World War II battlefields at Tubruq, the Phoenician and Roman ruins at storied Carthage, and fabled Tangier, with its casbah, sultan’s palace, and lively cafÈ life, before ending in the Moroccan port of Casablanca. All along the way, our guest lecturers offer fascinating historical and cultural perspectives.

Itinerary at a Glance

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Days 1-5
Athens, Greece / Alexandria, Egypt / Cairo

Fly to Athens, Greece, and embark on the Corinthian II. After a day at sea we arrive in Alexandria. We travel to Cairo to visit the fabled Great Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the dazzling Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. The next day we tour Alexandria’s ancient ruins.

Days 6-8
Tubruq, Libya / Cyrene / Apollonia

Cruising west to the harbor town of Tubruq, once an ancient Greek colony, we visit the monumental World War II battle sites and cemeteries, then explore the fantastic 7th century BC Greek city of Cyrene, dramatically located on a hill facing the azure blue sea, and the ancient seaport of Apollonia. Day 8 is at sea.

Days 9-10
Leptis Magna / Tripoli / Sabratha Leptis

Magna is one of the most spectacular Roman ruins of the Mediterranean, with a stunning theater, basilica, and recently uncovered mosaics. After walking the marble-lined streets of this glorious city, we explore Tripoli’s classic walled Old Town, then travel to ancient Sabratha, set by the sea and famed for its extraordinary colonnaded Roman theater.

Days 11-12
El Djem, Tunisia / Carthage

El Djem is noted for its great 3rd century amphitheater that once seated 35,000 spectators, and in Carthage, we roam the medina and tour the Bardo Museum, with its world-renowned Roman mosaics.

Days 13-15
Hippo Regius, Algeria / Djemila

We visit the ancient site of Hippo Regius, once a major city in Roman Africa that bears the marks of the Phoenicians, Berbers, and Romans who settled here. We find more remarkably well-preserved ruins at Djemila, an ancient mountain village featuring a 3rd century Triumphal Arch and an Old Forum with stunning friezes. Day 15 is at sea.

Days 16-17
Tangier, Morocco / Casablanca

We stroll the narrow alleys of Tangier, long a haunt of artists and writers, then disembark in Casablanca on Day 17 and fly home.

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What the Trip is Like

The trip is rated Level 1, Easiest. It is appropriate for anyone in good health who is physically active. There are daily shore excursions featuring walks and sightseeing.

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