Arrive in Athens, where you meet with your A&K Expedition Team and fellow guests. Later, board your luxurious ship and set sail. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception on board. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (D)
Come ashore at your first port of call, Samos, a Greek island paradise of quaint fishing villages and pristine beaches. Once ashore, you might explore local villages, archaeological museums, wineries, castles or monasteries. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Continue to the Turkish port of Kusadasi and head to nearby Ephesus, an ancient city renowned for its Roman ruins and biblical ties. Here, you might tour the iconic terrace houses, the Ephesus Museum or Isa Bey Mosque. Alternatively, head inland to visit the farming communities of Birgi and Tire, or take in the archaeological wonders of Ionia, including the Temple of Apollo at Didyma. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
As you cruise southeast toward Antalya, enjoy the beautiful Mediterranean scenery, the ship's luxurious amenities and the Expedition Team's enriching presentations. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Arrive in Antalya, the gateway to Turkey's Turquoise Coast. Stroll amid the old town's historic edifices and swim at a local beach. Alternatively, head inland to see the archaeological sites of Pamphylia, hike amid ancient ruins on the trails of Termessos National Park or follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great on the peninsula of Lycia. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Come ashore in Paphos, a historic coastal enclave renowned for its awarded archaeological site. Here, you might tour ancient Roman villas, a 13th-century castle, the Pillar of Saint Paul or the Tombs of the Kings. Alternatively, head east to Limassol to explore the ancient Greek city-kingdom of Kourion, visit two family-run wineries in the Troodos Mountains or embark on a Land Rover and hiking excursion through the Avakas Gorge. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Arrive in Port Said and transfer to Cairo, home to some of the world's most celebrated antiquities. Here, tour the collections of the Grand Egyptian Museum and explore the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Today, cruise toward the Gulf of Suez and the Red Sea beyond as your Captain navigates the narrow span of the Suez Canal. A common sight to the world's merchants and navies since 1869, this arterial waterway is rarely glimpsed by Western travellers. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Arrive in Sharm El Sheikh, a seaside resort town renowned for its beautiful beaches and spectacular reefs. Here, embark on a panoramic tour highlighting nearby monasteries, mosques and cathedrals. Alternatively, discover a Bedouin tented oasis by camel and 4x4 or snorkel the reefs of Ras Mohamed National Marine Park. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Arrive in Aqaba and transfer inland to Petra, a sprawling Nabataean complex of dwellings, baths, temples, tombs and markets chiselled from the red cliffsides of a winding gorge some 2,000 years ago. Discover a new façade around every bend, with your exploration culminating at the towering edifice of the Treasury. Alternatively, stay in Aqaba to enjoy a beach break on the Red Sea coast. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Sail south toward Al Wajh today, taking the opportunity to rest, relax and reflect. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Coming ashore in the port of Al Wajh, transfer to Al-'Ula, one of the oldest cities in the Arabian Peninsula. Visit Hegra, the recently rediscovered second city of the Nabataean kingdom; the mountains of Jabal Ikmah; and the Lion Tombs of Dedan. Alternatively, remain in Al Wajh to learn about the city's distinctive Hejazi architecture. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
As you cruise south toward Jeddah today, reflect on your voyage and prepare for your next port of call with enriching lectures presented by your Expedition Team. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
Today, explore Jeddah, a historic crossroads of pilgrims and merchants. Here, you might tour the Al-Rahmah Mosque, Abdul Raouf Khalil Museum or Jeddah's old town. Alternatively, visit a former royal summer residence, the Al Gadhi Rose Factory or the Taif Souq. You might also opt for a culinary excursion in Taif and a dune bash through Daka Mountain Park. Later, mark your final evening aboard with a farewell dinner. Stay: Le Dumont d'Urville (B/L/D)
This morning, disembark to continue on your post-tour extension to Riyadh or transfer for your return flight. (B)
Deluxe Stateroom
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV. A bathroom with shower. A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs. A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window. Additional services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Prestige Stateroom
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). One chaise longue. A bathroom with shower. A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs. A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door. Additional services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Deluxe Suite
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm). A bathroom with shower. A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs. A glazed panoramic swing door and panoramic window. Additional services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Prestige Suite
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door. Two bathrooms with shower. A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, champagne and fruit basket on arrival, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Privilege Suite
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair. A bathroom with shower. A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs. A panoramic sliding bay window. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Grand Deluxe Suite
A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge with sofa convetible to a double bed (160 x 190 cm), armchair, and second TV. A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub. A private 32 m² terrace with two deckchairs and four-seater dining table. 2 panoramic sliding bay windows. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, champagne and fruit basket on arrival, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Owner's Suite
A lounge with armchair, double sofa bed (160 x 190 cm), and second TV. A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A bathroom with shower, Balneo bathtub and smart mirror. A private 40 m² terrace: 2 deckchairs, jacuzzi, and outdoor lounge area with sofa and armchair. Two panoramic sliding bay windows. Additional services provided include concierge service from your reservation until you return from your trip, priority boarding, butler service, a one-hour spa treatment per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer, premium drinks at the bar, champagne and fruit basket on arrival, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
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