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Our Mediterranean expedition and Suez Canal tour introduce us to the legacies of the world’s most celebrated empires. As we visit Crete, Turkey, Cyprus, Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordon, expect to be wowed by archaeological ruins, art, and architecture, from the Palace of Knossos in Crete to the World Heritage Site of Rhodes to the ruins of the Bellapais Abbey in Cyprus. Mediterranean adventure travel should always include some water time, so plan to enjoy a world-class snorkel excursion over the coral reefs of Sharm el Sheikh’s warm, translucent waters. We end our remarkable journey back in time in Petra, the rose-colored capital of the Nabatean Empire.

Mediterranean and Suez Canal Expedition highlights include:

• Memorable Suez Canal tour—a daylight transit on our way to beautiful Sharm el Sheikh.
• Wadi Rum in Jordan, the majestic valley of T.E. Lawrence fame; marvel at the huge sandstone and granite rock formations.
• The rose-red ruins of Petra, a must-see for any world traveler.
• Ample activity choices during our Mediterranean tour, including hikes to medieval castles, a glass-bottom boat ride, swimming, and snorkeling.
• Zodiac excursion to Anamur and its fortress-castle, a massive monument occupied by the Crusaders and Ottomans.
• Byblos, Lebanon, with a history reaching back 7,000 years and a plethora of Phoenician-, Roman-, and Byzantine-era ruins.

What to Expect:

Mediterranean adventure travel requires a relatively low level of exertion. We will be sailing aboard the elegant, 110-passenger Clipper Odyssey, with Zodiac excursions ashore when the temperatures will be most pleasant. Temperatures will range from the high 50°sF to low 70°sF throughout our itinerary. Please be prepared to walk moderate distances over uneven surfaces and sometimes rough terrain. While visiting Muslim countries during our Mediterranean tour and Suez Canal expedition, women should be prepared to wear long sleeves and long pants or skirts; you may be asked to remove your shoes when visiting religious sites. Those who travel with a spirit of adventure will gain much from this experience.