Choosing Your Mediterranean Adventure Aboard National Geographic Orion

Greek Isles Odyssey: Mythology, History and Cerulean Seas / 8 Days

With epic sunsets, fresh seafood and sun-soaked beaches, the Greek Isles beg to be explored by sea. On a voyage that whisks you from one idyllic island to the next, explore popular stops like Santorini, along with the tranquil islands of your Grecian dreams. Hear the mythology and history woven across the Cyclades and discover the unique cultural traditions that thrive on each isle.  

Best for: Greek mythology, archaeology, iconic scenery. 

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Photo: Ralph Lee Hopkins

Ancient Mediterranean: Exploring Greece, Croatia and Albania / 8 Days

The eastern Adriatic is bordered by an enchanting patchwork of colorful ports and hilltop forts that rivals any riviera in Europe. Explore a lesser-known side of Greece as you skirt the Peloponnesian Peninsula en route to outlying Croatian isles and storybook villages. The voyage also features a special treat for birders: Albania’s Divjakë-Karavasta National Park, which is home to over 200 avian species.

Best for: off-the-beaten-path exploration, birdlife, country collecting

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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia and Beyond / 13 Days

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions' farthest-reaching voyage in the region offers a glimpse of the Mediterranean’s richly varied cultures and the threads that connect them across water and time. Sail from one iconic destination to the next—Barcelona, Corsica, Sicily, Sardinia, Greece and beyond—exploring legendary archaeology and lesser-known historical sights as you tuck into coves and canals out of reach to larger ships.  

Best for: culinary traditions, iconic landmarks, country collecting

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