Smithsonian Journeys 2017
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SMITHSONIAN JOURNEYS / EUROPE<br />
Sacred site of Delphi, Greece<br />
Main street of Dubrovnik, Croatia<br />
Goddess, Corfu, Greece<br />
A Cruise of the Adriatic<br />
and the Aegean<br />
From Venice to Athens<br />
Aboard the 220-guest Le Lyrial<br />
CRUISE<br />
9 days from $4,395<br />
Includes $1,000 early booking savings<br />
Sells out quickly! Pre-register now*<br />
June 27–July 5, 2018<br />
Cruise along the dazzling, island-studded Adriatic coastline on a<br />
voyage that showcases five countries, six World Heritage sites, and the<br />
cultural influence of Greek, Roman, Venetian, Byzantine, and Slavic<br />
civilizations.<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Croatia: From Venice, cruise along the Dalmatian Coast for historic<br />
ports such as Split and Hvar. Enjoy a walking tour of Split’s historic<br />
center, which encompasses the immense retirement palace built<br />
by Roman Emperor Diocletian. On the island of Hvar, see the<br />
lingering influence of the Venetians in its 17th-century squares.<br />
Tour the charming island city of Korčula with its priceless collection<br />
of medieval manuscripts and works by Tintoretto. And in exquisite<br />
Dubrovnik, see the most famous landmarks of this iconic 15th-century<br />
walled city, a World Heritage site. Plus, meet with local residents and<br />
watch a folk music performance aboard ship.<br />
Montenegro and Albania: Sail into the spectacular Bay of Kotor,<br />
deeply carved into the Montenegrin mountains, and admire the<br />
Venetian baroque Old Town of Kotor. Then travel to Butrint to see a<br />
splendid 3rd-century B.C. amphitheater, which accommodated 1,500<br />
people, and buildings erected later by Roman Emperor Augustus, now<br />
designated a World Heritage site.<br />
Greece: Arriving at the Ionian island of Corfu, take a walking tour<br />
of its Old Town, whose cosmopolitan influences are reflected in<br />
elegant French boulevards, Georgian mansions, a Greek temple,<br />
and a Venetian citadel. Stop along the Gulf of Corinth to ascend<br />
the trail to the ancient site of Delphi, home to the mythical Oracle<br />
and considered by the Greeks to be the center of the world. Then,<br />
en route to Piraeus, cruise through the dramatic Corinth Canal, a<br />
thrilling highlight<br />
for sea captains and<br />
travelers alike, since<br />
this ultra-narrow<br />
passage cuts through<br />
the rocky Isthmus<br />
of Corinth and is<br />
navigable only by<br />
small ships.<br />
*Best booking<br />
availability before<br />
mid-November <strong>2017</strong>.<br />
Space reserved for 50<br />
<strong>Smithsonian</strong> <strong>Journeys</strong><br />
guests. Learn more<br />
about Le Lyrial on<br />
page 11 and on<br />
our website.<br />
Venice<br />
CROATIA<br />
ITALY<br />
Adriatic<br />
Sea<br />
Port of Call<br />
Featured Site<br />
Ship<br />
MONTENEGRO<br />
ALBANIA<br />
Split<br />
Hvar<br />
Korcula<br />
Sarande<br />
Butrint<br />
Corfu GREECE<br />
Delphi<br />
Ionian Sea Itea<br />
Corinth<br />
Canal<br />
Aegean<br />
Sea<br />
Athens/<br />
Piraeus<br />
<strong>Smithsonian</strong> <strong>Journeys</strong> Expert<br />
Glenn Bugh–classicist with expertise<br />
in Roman, Byzantine, Venetian, and<br />
Balkan history.<br />
Dubrovnik<br />
Kotor<br />
44<br />
BOOK YOUR TRIP / SMITHSONIANJOURNEYS.ORG / 877.338.8687
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