Venice
Breathe in the romance and Italian exuberance of this spellbinding city. Explore its mysterious and watery streets. Take a gondola ride to truly appreciate the atmosphere and architecture of the city. Sip a cappuccino in St. Mark’s Square or ride across the lagoon to the islands of Murano and Burano. From the Gothic arches of the Doges Palace to the intricate façade of St. Marks Cathedral, a day in Venice is bound to enchant you.
Country - Italy
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Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Piazza San Marco, The Grand Canal, Murano and Burano
Bari
Bari is the capital city of the province of Bari and of the Apulia region, on the Adriatic sea, in Italy. Bari consists of four different parts. On the north, the closely built old town on the peninsula between two modern harbours, with the splendid Basilica of San Nicola (Saint Nicholas), the Cathedral of San Sabino and the Castello Svevo of Frederick II, is now also one of the major nightlife districts. The Murattiano section to the south, the modern heart of the city, is laid out on a rectangular plan with a promenade on the sea, and the major shopping district (the via Sparano and via Argiro). Bari is now mostly a modern industrial city. Bari itself is a proud and hard-working port city with strong traditions based on its Saint Nicholas.
Country - Italy
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Distance from Port to Airport - 0kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest
Basilica di San Nicola, Cathedral of St. Sabinus, Petruzzelli Theatre, Castello Normanno Svevo, The Russian Church, Barivecchia
Katakolon
Katakolon was once ancient Olympia where the Olympic Games began in 776 B.C. Highlights include visiting the old Olympic site, admiring the old temples, altars and sanctuaries where ancient atheletes once competed.
Country - Greece
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Distance from port to Airport - 30kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest
Ancient Olympia
Santorini
Whitewashed villages clinging to the sides of sea cliffs have made the volcanic island of Santorini one of the most widely photographed places in the world. The island's charm and subtle mystery have even made it a target of speculation as the location of the lost city of Atlantis.
Country - Greece (Santorini)
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Distance to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Akrotiri, Santo Winery, Fira
Izmir
"Beautiful Izmir" -- the "Pearl of the Aegean" -- is Turkey's third largest city. A city of palm-lined promenades, avenues and green parks set in sweeping curves along a circular bay, Izmir has an exceptionally mild climate and many fine hotels.
Country - Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Turkish Lira (YTL)
Places of Interest
Cable Railway, Kadifekale Mountain Lookout, Culture Park
Istanbul
With its skyline aglow with the glimmer of domes and minarets, arriving in Istanbul is an unforgettable experience. The labyrinth of streets. Bustling bazaars. The serenity of the surrounding waters. This city offers one intriguing adventure after another. Explore Istanbul’s most famous monuments, from the Hippodrome to the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the old city walls. Its sheer size, wealth and beauty await you.
Country - Turkey
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Distance from port to Airport - 20kms
Currency - Turkish Lira (YTL)
Places of Interest Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque
Volos
Discovery sails into the Pagasitic Gulf to call at Volos, the capital of Magnesia that nestles in the shadow of the Pelion Mountains. Beyond the popular resort town and its busy promenade lie a number of interesting archaeological sites. These include the prehistoric settlement of Dimini with its ruined acropolis, walls and two beehive tombs dating back as far as 4000 BC. Other highlights include Sesklo with the remains of the oldest Acropolis in Greece (6000 BC), or the incomparable acoustics of the theatre at ancient Dimitrias, and the amazing monasteries perched on pinnacles at Meteora.
Country - Greece
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest
Dimini, Sesklo
Piraeus
Piraeus is located to the south of Athens. It is the capital of the Piraeus Prefecture and belongs to the Athens urban area. It was the port of the ancient city of Athens and it was chosen to serve as the modern port when Athens was re-founded in 1834. Piraeus remains one of the busiest shipping and industrial centres of the Mediterranean.
Country - Greece
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Currency - Euro Dollar (EUR)
Places of Interest
Greek Maritime Museum and Piraeus Archaeological Museum.
Split
Split has a long tradition of collecting and caring for monuments. This interest appeared as early as the Renaissance. Diocletian's Palace, Mestrovic Gallery, the Archaeological Museum and the Temple of Jupiter are just a few of the impressive museums and galleries that shouldn't be missed.
Country - Croatia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - Kuna (HRK)
Places of Interest
Diocletian Palace, Mestrovic Gallery, Archaelogical Museum
