Beyond the Age of Empire

HIGHLIGHTS

• Stockholm, Sweden
• The Mediterranean Island of Corsica, France
• Belgrade and Historic Serbia
• Minsk and the Belarus Countryside
• Karakum Desert, Ashgabat and the Merv Oasis, Turkmenistan
• Liwa Desert Safari and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Sofia and Traditional Bulgaria
• Emerging Europe, Including Kosovo
• Dubrovnik or Korčula,Croatia
• Kotor, Montenegro

Tour of Europe’s Hidden Mysteries Around the Mediterranean Sea


Tour the Mediterranean, the Balkans and the Eastern Bloc. Walk in the footsteps of Napoleon and Columbus and the countless legendary figures that inhabited this region rich in history and culture. See fortresses and palaces from Sweden to Montenegro, Serbia to Croatia. Travel through lesser-known parts of Europe with a team of world-class experts who will help you understand the environment that once existed behind the iron curtain. Witness the emergence of new nation-states on the modern world stage and explore the current wonders of these captivating destinations.

Ancient empires unfold on this journey throughout Eastern Europe. You will travel from one historic location to the next in a private jet. Our planes are specially outfitted for your ultimate comfort, convenience and security. Because our aircraft are private, we set our own travel schedule to fly directly, with no layovers or transfers, to airports close to our destinations. Our customized jets entertain 78 guests in comfortable and spacious two-by-two, VIP-style leather seats. Standard 757 jets treat 233 passengers, by comparison.

Throughout this trip we encourage travelers to follow their passions through our flexible itinerary. All travelers are free to go beyond the main itinerary on their own personalized excursions. Explore the trip itinerary page to see some of the alternate options that you can enjoy.


Make a Genuine Difference as You Travel Europe

Guests on this tour of Europe automatically support our efforts to enhance the conditions of the people at each location we visit. By joining this exclusive European trip, you will contribute to the betterment of each location and community that we encounter. Our expeditions are committed to enhancing the social, economic, environmental, and educational conditions of every destination on this itinerary. Thank you for helping to make a difference in the world.