Eastern Mediterranean Crossing: The Holy Land, Greek Islands, Cyprus, Turkey, Egypt & the Suez Canal - 2023

Your 17-night journey includes: 12-night small ship cruise with Aqaba, Sharm El Sheik/Suez Canal, Ashdod, Haifa, Limassol, Rhodes, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Santorini & Piraeus; 2 nights at a Deluxe hotel in Amman; 2 nights at a Deluxe hotel in Athens
  • Mediterranean small ship cruise The Holy Land, Greek Islands, Cyprus, Turkey, Egypt & the Suez Canal from Amman to Athens including Jordan Dead Sea and Istanbul extensions
    DISCOVER THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN ABOARD THE 5-STAR OCEAN ODYSSEY, FROM THE RED SEA TO THE GLITTERING AEGEAN
  • The lost city of Petra against a sunny blue sky
    TOUR THE UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE OF PETRA, JORDAN — A MAGNIFICENT DESERT SETTLEMENT MIRACULOUSLY CARVED OUT OF ROSE-RED SANDSTONE
  • Windmills, island of Mykonos, Greece, Europe
    TAKE A PANORAMIC AND WALKING TOUR OF MYKONOS, WITH A STOP FOR GREEK MEZE (SMALL PLATES) AND OUZO
  • ROUND OUT THIS REMARKABLE JOURNEY WITH AN EXTENSION TO JORDAN’S DEAD SEA
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Eastern Mediterranean Crossing

The Mediterranean gave birth to the world. Now here’s your chance to discover this region on the inaugural season of Vantage Deluxe World Travel's new 5-star small ship, the Ocean Odyssey.

Petra


Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, Jordan — a magnificent desert settlement miraculously carved out of rose-red sandstone

Jerusalem

Join observant Jews at Jerusalem’s sacred Western Wall, followed by Shabbat dinner with a local family

Cyprus

Discover Cyprus and its warm Mediterranean climate, dramatic coastal vistas, and some of the finest ancient mosaics in the world

Mykonos

Enjoy a walking tour on Mykonos, with a stop for Greek meze (small plates) and ouzo

Santorini

Tour the glittery isle of Santorini, where bone-white homes overlook the caldera

Acropolis & Athens

Climb to the apex of the Acropolis, perched on a hill overlooking Athens

Optional Extension to Jordan’s Dead Sea Treasures

Jordan is rich in biblical history, breathtaking natural beauty, and a vibrant culture that has a long tradition of welcoming others with open arms. Round out your journey with this discovery-packed extension and experience firsthand what others have only dreamed of.

InterContinental Amman

The Deluxe InterContinental Amman enjoys a prime location in the heart of Amman’s business and diplomatic area within walking distance of the old city center. Hotel facilities include a wide variety of restaurants and, bars, room service, business services, concierge services, hair salon, shopping arcade, outdoor pool, indoor and outdoor pools, and fitness facility. Guest rooms have air-conditioning, cable/satellite TV, phone with voicemail, high-speed Internet access, minibar, coffee-maker, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, and private bathroom.

Go Healthy at Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea

Set on the northern shores of the Dead Sea, the Deluxe Möevenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea is located in a traditional village setting amongst lush gardens. Enjoy guaranteed sea-facing rooms, the beach lounge infinity pool, an indoor Dead Sea floating pool, Jacuzzi, tennis courts, a large fitness room, and a state-of-the-art spa offering a wide range of health and beauty therapies.

Ocean Odyssey

Cruise this expedition vessel, which will venture to lesser-visited gems and hidden ports that larger ships can’t access

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Solo Travel with Vantage

You can count on the best value in the industry when you travel solo with Vantage, beginning with one free Single Supplement on each departure of most Small Ship Cruises and Escorted Land Tours. We also offer among the lowest Single Supplements available. And you’ll enjoy single-occupancy staterooms on our fleet of deluxe river ships.

Vantage's Referral Program

Do you have friends who love to travel as much as you do? Why not be rewarded for sharing your love of travel? That's the philosophy behind Vantage's newly enhanced Referral Program, where you can earn up to $8,200 in your choice of cash and free travel rewards for every eight friends you refer!

Vantage Deluxe Travel Air Upgrades

Upgrade your flight category to First Class, Business Class, or Premium Economy, and you’ll start your trip off right. That’s because you’ll arrive refreshed, unfrazzled, and ready to go. Even better, you’ll be able to take advantage of our contract prices, meaning big savings and no service fees.

Travel Protection Plan

When you’re ready to travel to the places you love, there’s a way to plan with more peace of mind. From medical emergencies to travel delays and beyond, the Travel Protection Plan gives you the added security to discover the world without worrying about the unexpected.

SmartPay Discount Plan

Optional pre-trip extensions. Exclusive optional tours. Upgraded business class seats. These things can be yours — virtually for free — when you use SmartPay to pay for your trip in advance. That’s because you can save an average of up to $600 per person — a full 10% — when you reserve your trip and pay in full 12 months or more prior to your journey!

Group Program - Travel for FREE

Earn a FREE trip with every 10 paying travelers you bring with you!

BEST VALUE IN DELUXE TRAVEL — GUARANTEED!

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 Vantage Leading Competitor Vantage Advantage
Journey Eastern Mediterranean Crossing: The Holy Land, Greek Islands, Cyprus, Turkey, Egypt & the Suez Canal From the Aegean to the Red Sea
 Greatest value and most comprehensive features compared to our competitors!
 Departure Comparison 10/3/23 10/29/23
Per Diem $588 $686
Included Tours and Special Features 26 included features and Cultural Discoveries with state-of-the-art QuietVox portable audio headsets on all shore excursions throughout your journey - a value of $1,800
UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Mycenae ruins and the Epidaurus theatre (from Napflion), the medieval city of Rhodes, the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse on the Island of Patmos, Petra and Wadi Rum (from Aqaba
 More included tours and cultural experiences offered!
Gratuities for local guides & drivers
10 optional excursions
 
Complimentary Vantage Deluxe Concierge Service on board ship to assist with all your personal requests  
 Vessel Size  Our ocean discovery vessel, the m/s Ocean Odyssey has 15 solo cabins (11 for expedition cruises) and 15 triple-occupancy cabins each, with a maximum capacity of under 150 passengers on each sailing.    Our ships are smaller, more intimate, and have an industry-leading number of solo-ready cabins, as well as a fantastic crew-to-passenger ratio.
Accommodations in hotels  On each journey that we offer with Vantage, your hotel accommodations will be included in the total price of your cruise.     We choose all of our partner hotels with comfort and luxury in mind, and will let you know ahead of time which hotel you’ll be staying in at each port.
 Cruise-Only Price*  $9,999  $7,550 Greatest value and most comprehensive features compared to our competitors! 
 # of Days 17  11 Greatest value and most comprehensive features compared to our competitors! 
Meals 44 meals: 16 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 15 dinners, with complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks during dinner on board
Breakfast buffet
Lunch Buffet
Dinner French style à la carte
unlimited complimentary drinks. *Excludes premium alcohol drinks served à la carte
 The MOST included meals
Single Travelers
FREE Solo Space
Solo Friendly Supplements
The leader in solo travel - best value in the industry.
Extend Your Trip
Jordan’s Dead Sea Treasures 4 days from $999
Istanbul, Turkey 4 days from $1,199
Beautiful Wadi Rum and Petra 2 nights from $1.670
Treasures of Jordan 4 nights from $2,880

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Air Upgrades Up to FREE Business Class    
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Comparison date as of 9/29/22
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** Not including $120 transfer fee
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