Athens to Naples: Myths of the Mediterranean
Welcome to AE Expeditions’ Myths of The Mediterranean Embark on an epic journey through legendary kingdoms, mythical lands and ancient sites as we explore Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, Croatia, Italy and Sicily. Discover tales of all-powerful gods and heroic figures in Greece and hear tales of the opulent communities of ancient Athens, Ephesus, and Pompeii. Immerse yourself in the rich folklore of Montenegro’s waterfront villages and uncover stories of political fervour and island communities in Croatia. Witness Italy’s enduring legacy of Sicilian feuds, piratic treasures, and the tumultuous reigns of dictatorial Roman emperors. This voyage promises experiences as diverse and captivating as the tales that have shaped these lands. Join us as we navigate these enchanting stories, to uncover enough intriguing titbits and inspiring trivia to last a lifetime.
AE Expeditions is a small Australian cruise line which specialises in off-the-beaten-track voyages led by remote area experts.
The company’s adventurous co-founders, Greg and Margaret Mortimer, established AE Expeditions in 1991 and had by the following year, already begun running voyages to Antarctica
Adventure has a new name. Setting sail in 2025, our new state-of-the-art ship, the Douglas Mawson, is the last in a line of purpose-built vessels that have redefined small ship expedition cruising.