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ExpeditionsAncient Mediterranean Odyssey: Exploring Greece, Croatia, and Albania 

Ancient Mediterranean Odyssey: Exploring Greece, Croatia, and Albania 

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The experts at Food & Wine magazine and Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic have come together to create this immersive exploration of the Dalmatian Coast’s sun-soaked beaches, charming port towns, rich maritime history, and eclectic cuisine. Sail between Greece, Albania, and Croatia, delving into ancient empires and their archaeological treasures and visiting fascinating UNESCO World Heritage sites, from Delphi to Dubrovnik. Soak in the Ionian Sea’s idyllic turquoise waters, and encounter the region’s lesser-known gems, including outlying Croatian isles and vestiges of antiquity in Albania. A top team of naturalists—including experts on history and culture—will illuminate all we see, and a wine expert will guide us through tastings of more than 40 of the region’s best wines, each personally selected by Food & Wine magazine’s Executive Wine Editor, Ray Isle.

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Aerial panoramic view of the city Komiza on Vis Island, Dalmatia, Croatia
  • Indulge in gourmet menus guided by the rhythms of the season, featuring sustainable ingredients primarily sourced from the Mediterranean

  • Navigate the iconic Corinth Canal, a spectacularly scenic cut that is inaccessible to larger ships

  • Immerse yourself in Delphi, the center of ancient Greek civilization, once home to the famed Oracle of Delphi

  • Explore Dubrovnik—the pearl of the Adriatic—while strolling atop its ancient walls, trying your hand at oystering, or participating in a cooking or silk embroidery class

  • Discover the mesmerizing tapestry of ancient ruins at Albania’s Butrint National Park, and go birding in Divjakë-Karavasta National Park, home to over 200 avian species

  • Wander through Corfu's enchanting Old Town and discover its maze of streets and shady town squares

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