It is now 4:38am on Monday morning April 24th. I am sitting very comfortably at a table in the “Lido.” This is the dining area on the 8th deck where people who choose to get their food themselves come for breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night-snacks and hot beverages. I have joked that while the message in […]
A great panoramic overview of Madeira and fantastic views over the Bay of Funchal makes this tour an ideal start to the day. Pass through the quaint and picturesque fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, where Sir Winston Churchill spent much of his time painting. At Cabo Girão — the second-highest sea cliff in the world […]
“Experience the historical splendor of Casablanca and its landmarks during this scenic, half-day panoramic drive through the city. Leave the pier by motorcoach and proceed to the amazing and beautiful Hassan II Mosque. This is the second-largest mosque in the Islamic world, and you’ll stop for photos and some to admire the immense and ornate […]
Set out on a panoramic drive through the beautiful countryside of the Costa de la Luz region. Passing through Los Naveros — a tiny agricultural village — you will follow the famous Bull Route. This is where some of Spain’s most prestigious herds of cattle are raised and bred for stamina and temperament. Your guide […]
Visitors to Barcelona discover a city with charming streetscapes, sidewalk cafés and squares bustling with people. It is full of life. This amazing city also features the world’s largest collection of modernist architecture among its many buildings and churches. Drive past the Columbus Monument and see the bottom of the famous promenades of La Rambla […]
“Leave the port of Palma and head to the city center. Palma de Mallorca, the capital of the island, is a city open to the sea and the bay that takes its name. Your tour starts with a panoramic drive along the Maritime Promenade en route to Bellver Castle. This is one of the most […]
Stroll through the city’s narrow streets and let your guide introduce you to Mdina’s history and provide an orientation to the town itself. From the bastions, enjoy the fantastic view over the valley and the surrounding areas. Take advantage of some free time to visit either the cathedral or another historic site pointed out by […]
Mykonos is perhaps the most famous of all the Greek islands, renowned today for its nightlife and beautiful beaches. Mykonos had substantial influence during the Greek War of Independence, before it was re-discovered as a picturesque location for filming. From the port of Tourlos, you will pass by the quaint villages of Ioannis, Ornos and […]
Iraklion, Crete excursion description; Enjoy a pleasant drive through the traditional Cretan landscape to the characteristic village of Peza, one of the most significant wine growing areas since Minoan times that today produces 70% of the Cretan wines. Continue to the village of Archanes which has won a European acclaim for its attractive restoration. The […]
Corinth Canal excursion description: “Depart the pier and drive to the famous four-mile-long and 70-foot-wide Corinth Canal. It has sloping sides that are 170 feet tall and it is 26 feet deep. The canal was built to replace an earlier and rather unique method of connecting two seas — it consisted of a wooden “road” […]
Athens tour description; On this panoramic tour, which involves sightseeing from the motor coach, you will pass the Arch of Hadrian, the statue of Lord Byron, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, which took 700 years to complete. Continuing on towards Constitution Square, view the former Royal Palace where the Evzones National Guard keep watch […]
Rhodes excursion description; Take this wonderful opportunity to enjoy a leisurely panoramic drive on the island Rhodes from the comfort of your motor coach. On leaving the pier, pass by the city walls of the old medieval Rhodes Town (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), New Market Building, Mandraki ( Photo stop if parking for motorcoach […]