Piraeus is the historic port of Athens. Athens, which is Greece's capital city, is the historical capital of Europe and is bursting with culture and history. Highlights of Athens are the Acropolis and the vast numbers of temple situated around the city which are superb examples of Ancient Greek architecture. In addition, there is a wide variety of museums, like the National Archaeological Museum which is the perfect place to discover the full extent of the historical importance of Athens. The blend of history, charm and beauty of Athens is sure to make it an unforgettable visit.

Heraklion is the capital of the island of Crete and the 4th largest city in Greece. The Summer Arts Festival runs all summer long and visitors can also enjoy rock cklimbing, waterparks and the city's famous night life.

The small port town has about 300 inhabitants and is the starting point for trips to Olympia. Olympia was the site of the ancient Olympic Games. Impressively, visitors can see remains of the Temple of Zeus, the stadium and the Temple of Hera.

Cagliari, the largest city in Sardinia is home to the beautiful Cathedral of Caliagri which should be top on your to-visit list. The city offers beautiful sights for visiting such as its wooden carved crypts and towers, from atop of which you can enjoy a view of the entire gulf of Cagilari.

Gibraltar lies at the western entrance to the Mediterranean to southern Europe and is bordered by Spain and Morocco. The British Overseas Territory is divided into three parts; The Old City (North Town) is characterized by numerous historical buildings, including the Moorish Castle dating from the 8th Century. In the second part, Southtown, there is the Europa Point. The third part is home to the famous monkeys.

Southampton is a historical port city located in Hampshire county, southern England. A popular city in its own right, with attractions including the Tudor House, the stunning gardens of Mottisfont Abbey, and more, most of its appeal is held in its status as your gateway to the metropolis of London. Most cruise lines visiting Southampton will start or end their cruise here, or will offer excursions to explore nearby London. There you can enjoy everything from history to culture, cuisine and everything in between. The Tower of London, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and a whole lot more await.