Amsterdam Noord

Amsterdam Noord, often described as a village within a city, is just a quick ferry ride from the Amsterdam train station. There we can explore historic villages, museums, cafes, and scenic countryside on a leisurely walk or bike ride.

Historic Center & Prague Castle

The first organized cultural experience is a walking tour through the historic center of Prague introducing all of the essential sites. This walking tour culminates with a welcome dinner. The following day, the group visits the Prague Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a complex dating back to the 9th century.

Paris Activities

In Paris, we peruse local markets in the historic neighborhoods, take a literary stroll on the banks of the Seine, enjoy a group picnic, explore museums and discover the many landmarks of this beautiful city.

Munich Activities

From Munich’s central Marienplatz, we explore the history of the city, visiting museums and sites of cultural interest to learn how history shaped the city’s traditional and ethnic communities, and their foods and culture.

Athens

We begin our adventure in Athens sampling the glorious monuments of the classical city, such as the Parthenon, the Temple of Hephaistos, or the Theater of Dionysos, as well as the grand projects of the Romans, such as Hadrian’s Library or the Temple of Olympian Zeus.

Heraklion, Crete

In Crete, we stay in the port city of Heraklion, our base for excursions on the island. The Koules Fortress built by the Venetians makes an impressive entrance to the old town built around the harbor and waterfront. The massive walls still stand dotted around the city, a reminder of the Venetian fortification.

Knossos, Crete

We visit the ancient city of Knossos, where the evidence points to inhabitants from the Neolithic times. We will have time to discover the extensive Bronze Age Archaeological site and see the site of the Minoan Palace (first built around 1900 B.C.). Is this the labyrinth of Theseus?

Cairo

Sites visited may include: The Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Antiquities Museum (includes King Tut exhibit), the massive bazaar, historic mosques and churches.

Safari Blue/Prison Island

A day on the Indian Ocean dubbed as “Safari Blue” includes opportunities for swimming, eating local fruits, volleyball and sunbathing, seafood lunch, visiting a former island that held slaves and viewing giant turtles.