Even for a lifetime adventurer, the Bijagós Archipelago is one of the most obscure places in the world. Few people outside anthropological or conservationist circles have ever heard of this tropical 88-island chain off the coast of Guinea-Bissau, in West Africa. A couple of ...

At a time when the Dark Ages enveloped much of Europe, Southern Spain and Morocco enjoyed the rise of a luminous golden age. Under the enlightened rule of the Moors, art, science, and philosophy cross-pollinated and flourished, leaving their mark on the intricate facades and texts ...

At a time when most of Europe was shrouded in the Dark Ages, a glorious civilization sprang up in northern Africa and in Spain’s Andalusia. It is conventional to refer to this civilization as “Moorish,” but in fact it was a hybrid of three powerful cultural ...

Spring provides the perfect setting for a cruise to the fabled Greek Islands, when wildflowers blanket the craggy hillsides and enchanting ancient sites. With over 6,000 wildflower species (about 1,000 of which are found nowhere else), Greece’s flora is the richest in Europe....

Of the many seaborne idylls possible in the Mediterranean, this has to be one of the loveliest. Venice, with its romantic waterways; the exquisitely preserved medieval town of Piran; the gleaming stone buildings of Split and Dubrovnik; Kotor, stunningly situated at the head of ...

Benefiting from its unique and defensible position, Venice dominated in the Middle Ages not only the nearby Dalmatian shore, but also the Ionian and Aegean Seas. The 15th century saw the pinnacle of Venetian power, with the navy of the Serene Republic controlling the sea lanes of ...

In late May 2012, when the Mediterranean is sun-drenched and warm and wildflowers are in full bloom, Professor John Hale and a group of fellow travelers, eager to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and cultural legacy of Homer’s “wine dark sea”, will embark ...

It begins quietly. A fishing boat’s hull bumps gently upon a wharf, and a bell tolls once…twice. The gulls cry out, and gather, winging and wheeling in the gathering light. The dandelion meadows and the sun speak brightly to one another as sea-foam breaks on granite ...

Homer’s epic account of Odysseus’s journey home after the fall of Troy is more than just a poem for the literati—it is a beacon to the adventurer. Nearly 3,000 years after Homer first recounted the legend of The Odyssey, his story still inspires ...

In our own backyard is one of the world’s grandest waterways—and in the early days of summer 2012 we would like you to join us on an unforgettable voyage from Montreal, down the St. Lawrence Seaway, and through the Great Lakes to Chicago. Why travel to faraway ...

We are delighted to invite you to join us on this remarkable voyage to some of the most architecturally intriguing places in the Mediterranean, places sacred to the ancients and to their medieval and modern successors alike.

From Athens to Southern Italy, North Africa, ...

The story of Ulysses (Odysseus in the original Greek) is one of the world’s great adventures. It is epic, but also intensely personal—the tale of a great hero who yearns to return home to his wife and son. This voyage in early summer along the eastern shore of the ...

What makes a city historic? Is it the power it once enjoyed on the world stage? Or is it the role it now plays in the popular imagination? Is it the grandeur of its cobblestoned lanes, piazzas, and ancient walls? Maybe it’s the sheer magic evoked by its name. Next June, one ...

If you are looking for a voyage to a world-class destination, but wish to stay close to home, come with us to discover the amazing Great Lakes.

Nearly fifteen thousand years ago, the last of the great glaciers retreated, leaving us with the legacy of the Great Lakes. The ...

Next summer, history comes alive for the whole family in the classical lands that gave rise to Western Civilization. Aboard the all-suite Corinthian II, embark on a voyage of discovery in the Mediterranean, where ancient cities, idyllic islands, myth, and history are ...

Long ago, the world ended, and myths began, on the Black Sea coast. After the Great Flood came Jason and the Argonauts, ancient Greek colonists, and Julius Caesar, who pronounced “Veni, Vidi, Vici” over the kings of Pontus. For millennia, it’s been a region of ...

Close to home is one of the great natural wonders of the world. The Great Lakes and the land that surrounds it is undoubtedly one of the world’s most magnificent cruising areas, and this 11-night voyage encompasses the region’s most treasured destinations. Setting ...

It is commonplace of guidebooks to speak of the long and rich and varied history of the Mediterranean and of the layers upon layers of civilizations whose remains are preserved here. This voyage from Istanbul to Rome shows why. The itinerary encompasses some of the very oldest ...

The marvels of the great lakes never cease to inspire wonder. Here the history of America—from the traditions of its native peoples to the arrival of the Europeans to the dawn of the industrial revolution—comes alive. Sailing from Duluth, we venture through Lake ...

Of the many seaborne idylls possible in the Mediterranean, this has to be one of the loveliest. We invite you to join a small group of convivial and like-minded travelers aboard the elegant Corinthian II on a voyage that will encompass Southern Italy, Sicily, and the ...

Long ago, the world ended, and myths began, on the Black Sea coast. After the Great Flood came Jason and the Argonauts, ancient Greek colonists, and Julius Caesar, who pronounced “Veni, Vidi, Vici” over the kings of Pontus. For millennia, it’s been a region of ...

Opus Mediterraneo combines a handcrafted Mediterranean itinerary with sublime classical music. This combination is undoubtedly one of the most beguiling travel experiences. The concerts will be held aboard ship as well as ashore at places of special interest, including palaces and ...

About 3,000 years ago Greek colonists sailed across the Aegean to the coast of Asia Minor. There, on hillsides and sun-drenched plains, they founded new cities—Ephesus, Pergamum, and Priene, among others—but greatest of all was Constantinople, the city we now know as ...

From mythic prehistoric sites to magnificent Greek monuments, and from grand Roman cities to medieval villages overlooking the sea, the Mediterranean features layer upon layer of history and culture set beautifully upon azure waters. In these storied lands, the art and ...

Unspoiled islands, pristine villages, and ancient sites. Unlike their bigger and better known counterparts, these islands have preserved their architectural and cultural treasures. This spectacular voyage will ply the Aegean waters in pursuit of pristine, undeveloped destinations ...

Autumn emerges from this region in the late days of September, while the air is still warm and the breezes are just a little more audible as they pass through the changing leaves. Setting forth from the idyllic city of Quebec, the 138-guest Yorktown sails up the Saguenay ...

This comprehensive voyage is unlike any other that we offer, with a handcrafted itinerary focusing on the Mediterranean’s most legendary cities. While our journey begins in Venice—the city that gave birth to an empire—and ends in Athens—the cradle of ...

As summer wanes and the last of the tourists depart, the islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard only become more beautiful, with leaves turning to orange, crimson, and yellow. Discover these islands’ rich histories in whaling and literature; wander through ...

Set like a jewel in the Mediterranean, the fabled island of Crete is a universe unto itself. Homeland of the Minoans, who founded Europe’s earliest civilization, this island of unsurpassed beauty offers a variety of attractions, including some of the best archaeological ...

The awe-inspiring sites of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas have attracted, inspired, and fascinated travelers throughout the centuries. The theme of this custom-made voyage is the exploration of these sites and the civilizations that created them. We begin in Athens and continue ...

Southeast Turkey and Greece’s Eastern Islands boast some of the most attractive scenery in the Mediterranean and are also home to splendid ancient sites. Here, great cities rose and fell, leaving behind strong evidence of the many civilizations that coveted these ancient ...

Deep within the mountains of central Greece thousands of years ago, legends arose of a woman who could hear the future. She was the Oracle of Delphi, and this sacred place of augury was considered to be the navel of the world by the ancient Greeks. Come with us next autumn, aboard ...

The Spanish explored the Gulf Coast 500 years ago, yet to most American travelers it is undiscovered territory. We invite you to discover an unspoiled region of America where the beaches are pristine, the coastal islands are teeming with wildlife, and the historic and cultural ...

We’ve combined natural wonders with marvels of Mayan art and architecture on this thrilling winter voyage to Belize and Guatemala. Belize is so rich in spectacular scenery and unspoiled wildlife habitats that it seems the entire country is a nature preserve. You’ll ...

“The best trip we have ever taken.” “The best trip we have ever been on.” Over and over, these are comments we receive from travelers returning from Travel Dynamics International’s cruises to Antarctica. A vast and remote wilderness at the bottom of ...