
Dr. Alex Roland Ph.D. '74
Professor Emeritus of History
Date: Sun, September 15, 2019 - Mon, September 23, 2019
Trip Status: Taking Reservations
Price: from approximately $4,395 per person
Activity Level: Moderate
Region: Europe
Arrangements: Thomas P. Gohagan & Co.
Download the brochureCruise from picture-perfect Venice along the stunning Dalmatian coast and through the Corinth Canal to Athens. Enjoy a custom-designed, seven-night itinerary aboard the exclusively chartered, Five-Star, small ship Le Lyrial, featuring balconies in most of its ocean-view Suites and Staterooms. Visit five countries and six UNESCO World Heritage sites, exploring the influence of the Roman, Greek, Byzantine, Venetian and Slavic civilizations on this comprehensive program including ports inaccessible to larger vessels, such as Hvar, Korčula and the Bay of Kotor. In Croatia, tour Split’s Roman Diocletian’s Palace and Dubrovnik’s beautifully restored, 15th-century walled city; Kotor’s medieval fortifications and architecture in Montenegro; the remarkable archaeological site of Butrint, Albania; and, in Greece, Corfu’s Old Town, rooted in the eighth century B.C., and the sacred ancient Greek site of Delphi. To further enhance your cruise, enjoy an exclusive Coastal Life® Forum with local residents and a folk music performance. Venice Pre-Cruise Option and Athens Post-Cruise Options are offered.
Day Destination
*Cruise itinerary subject to change.
Quintessential Venice Pre-Cruise Option
An extraordinary architectural masterpiece, from the marble Bridge of Sighs to the Byzantine opulence of St. Mark’s Basilica, the Italian city of Venice is one of the world’s premier cities for art and architecture. Tour the heart of this UNESCO World Heritage site, including the Gothic-style Doge’s Palace and the Gallerie dell’Accademia. Accommodations are for two nights in an ideally located hotel close to Piazza San Marco.
Wonders of Ancient Athens Post-Cruise Option
Enjoy two nights in Athens, the birthplace of democracy and an ancient city unmatched in its contributions to the foundations of the Western world. Admire the beauty of Greece’s capital city and explore the glories of ancient Greece, including the magnificent Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Accommodations for two nights are in a deluxe hotel.
The Pre-Cruise and Post-Cruise Options are available at additional cost. Details will be provided with your reservation confirmation
To reserve, complete a registration form in the brochure and fax it to (919) 660-0148 or call (919) 684-2988 to reserve conveniently over the phone.
To learn more about our travel program or any of our upcoming trips, please contact us at travel@daa.duke.edu or 919-684-2988
Professor Emeritus of History
State-of-the-Art Design
The exclusively chartered Le Lyrial, launched in 2015, represents the newest generation of Five-Star small ships, featuring only 110 Suites and Staterooms, distinctive French sophistication and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship.
Elegantly Appointed Suites and Staterooms, 95% with Private Balconies
Each air-conditioned deluxe Stateroom and Suite (200 to 592 square feet), features a private bathroom with shower, luxurious Five-Star hotel amenities and minibar with complimentary beverages; most have two twin beds that convert into one queen bed. Enjoy accommodation amenities including individual climate control, satellite flat-screen television, safe, full-length closet, writing desk/dressing table, plush robes and slippers.
Chic and Casual Dining
International and regional cuisine is served in the stylish, spacious Le Céleste dining room in single, unassigned seatings; alfresco in the casual Le Cométe Restaurant; or from 24-hour room service. Complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are available throughout the cruise. Continental and buffet breakfasts, buffet lunch, afternoon tea and a four-course dinner are served daily. Wine is served with lunch and dinner.
Spacious Public Areas/ World-Class Service and Facilities
In keeping with the low passenger density, the public areas are spacious and inviting, and they can accommodate all passengers comfortably. Enjoy views from the Panoramic Lounge; nightly entertainment in the Main Lounge; and lectures, cultural performances or film screenings in the state-of-the-art theater. The ship has a library, Internet suite, Sun Deck with open-air bar, swimming pool, beauty salon, spa, Turkish bath-style steam room, full range of fitness equipment, two elevators and an infirmary staffed with a doctor and a nurse. The highly trained and personable, English-speaking, international crew provides attentive service.
Respect for the Environment
The state-of-the-art propulsion system and custom-built stabilizers provide an exceptionally smooth, quiet and comfortable voyage. By design, the ship is energy efficient and environmentally protective of marine ecosystems and has been awarded the prestigious “Clean Ship” designation due to its advanced eco-friendly features, a rarity among ocean-cruising vessels. The ship has two tenders.
Included Features
On board the exclusively chartered, Five-Star, small ship Le Lyrial
Expert-Guided Excursions
Exclusive Cultural Enrichments
Always Included
Automatic $250,000 flight insurance policy for each participant ticketed on flights by Gohagan & Company.