Where east meets west, a fusion of culture brings Istanbul to life. Spend the day shopping, surveying oriental antiques and gold jewellery, before haggling for the treasure you'll find. Explore the smells of the spice bazaar with its eye-catching colours, and enjoy authentic cusine in the old city. Saving the best 'til last, dessert calls for Baklava.

A brilliant blend of Europe and Asia, Istanbul is home to a wealth of cultural diversity. Displayed in its heritage hotspots, tour the places not to be missed; the mosque of Sultan Ahmet, Grand Bazaar, and Hagia Sophia to name a few. Tired from the day's events, choose a Turkish Bath experience, easing the both body and mind. Evenings are spent swaying at rooftop bars, melting into the animated crowd taking over the streets by the Bosphorus. By night or day, Istanbul is a hub of activity.

Kick back and relax. Explore onboard activities in the middle of the Mediterranean.

Bask in the natural beauty of Bodrum, an island painted in vibrant shades of bougainvillea. Between the Bafa lake, olive groves and sun-baked Peninsula, live like a local, embracing village life for a day. Sip Turkish coffee in a place that feeds the soul, while hundreds of bird species soar overhead. Savour moments spent in the crystal-clear coves of the Aegean, and be sure to seek out one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Home to the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Rhodes was said to be a gift from Zeus to Helios, the god of the sun, who drives his chariot through the sky from east to west. Blessed with glorious weather, wander through centuries gone by, visiting the Suleiman Mosque and Byzantine Church. Along the way, learn the legend of the 100-foot Colossus, which stands no more. In it's place, twin bronze deer guard the Mandraki Harbour.

Representing the Greek flag in all its glory, bright white buildings skirt sapphire blue sea at the port of Katapola. Fisherman live in harmony with multi-coloured marine life, while further inland, cattle graze on trails that weave between Cycladic villages and Mycenaean ruins. This is a place of greek myth and legend.

The soft charm of Paros soothes the senses. Authentic alleys of white washed architecture lead to tradtitional taverans serving a mastery of home-cooked mezze. Golden sands are the spot for simple repose, while watersports are tried and tested just off shore. Looking further over the blue-domed landscape, the rugged caves and hiking trails of Antiparos sit pretty just a short ferry away.

Lively and loving, Athens effortlessly blends past and present. Towering above the city, the Acropolis and Parthenon are a proud reminder of the city's rich history. History's happy companion, contemporary galleries and boutiques line vibrant streets, where the buzz of local life in infectious all the way down to the harbour.