Venice is a stunning city which has been on the UNESCO list of World Cultural Heritage since 1987. With its 175 canals and over 400 bridges, the city is full of character and is waiting to be explored along it's picturesque waterways in one of the many gondolas. St. Mark's Square is a real highlight of Venice, with St. Mark's Basilica being the heart of Venice, a beautiful blend of Venetian, Roman and Byzantine architecture which is sure to amaze all visitors. No matter where you wander in Venice you are sure to find stunning architecture, fine food and unforgettable experiences.

Split, with approximately 223,000 inhabitants, is the second largest city in Croatia. The city has been listed as aUNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The Diocletian's Palace, which occupies about half of the city, is one of the main attractions. The landmark of the city is the Riva, where you can take a stroll along the waterfront.

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.

Rhodes is situated in eastern Aegean Sea and is the main island of the Dodecanese. The village of Lindos boasts whitewashed houses and the Acropolis, is also one of the main attractions on the Greek island.

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The Suez Canal is a man-made waterway in Egypt that connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, cutting through dunes and deserts of the region. The construction of the canal shortens the journey from the North Atlantic to northern Indian Oceans and vice versa by about 7,000 kilometres. Passage through the canal does not require a locking system as the seawater from both sources sits at about the same level. Cruising through the Suez Canal offers spectacular views around every bend.

Petra, voted as one of the 'New Seven Wonders of the World' is the great Ancient City located in the south of Jordan. It is one of the world's most famous and treasured UNESCO World Heritage Sites. To get to it, your cruise will stop at Aqaba, Jordan's only sea port. Located in the Gulf of Akaba, Aqaba is also very popular with divers for its beautiful coral reefs. The town's relaxed atmosphere and comfortable climate make it perfect for the Jordanians to get away to.

Sharm El Sheikh is located south of the Sinai highlands at the Red Sea. The city is one of the most popular and most expensive resorts in Egypt. Sharm El Sheikh is a popular destination for divers because it offers many beautiful coral reefs. However, the center offers a wide selection of restaurants, markets and casinos.

Stretching along a desert strip between the sea and the mountains, Safaga is a port town in Egypt that sits on the coast of the Red Sea. Although historically a merchant port, the seaside town also has a small tourism industry. The many coral reefs in the area, especially off the city of Hurghada just 53 kilometres south, make the region a popular destination for scuba divers and snorkelers. To accommodate these visiting divers, the town offers vacancies in several hotels, bungalows and rest houses.