Classic Greece: To Antiquity and Beyond
Welcome to AE Expeditions’ To Antiquity and Beyond This classic voyage explores the fabled Peloponnese peninsula, where every step resonates with the echoes of ancient tales and timeless wonders. Here, in the rugged beauty of craggy coves and olive-grove-dotted hillsides, the mythical tales of Helen of Troy, Heracles, and Hercules come to life amid the haunting ruins of Sparta, Olympia and Argolis. As we wander through the classical temple complexes of Olympia, marvel at intricate Byzantine mosaics at Myras, and stand in awe before the stoic Venetian fortress at Monemvasia, we immerse ourselves in the history that defines this sacred land. From the cradle of democracy to the birthplace of philosophy, every corner holds a narrative of the civilisations that have shaped human thought. Amid this timeless landscape ‒ where time itself seems to pause ‒ ancient villages beckon, each whispering tales of bygone eras and sacred rituals. It is a realm that invites exploration of the very essence of Greek heritage and culture, where the past intertwines seamlessly with the present. For in the Peloponnese, history is not merely a chapter in a book ‒ it is a living, breathing testament to the enduring spirit of humanity, one that we invite you to embrace as we journey through antiquity and beyond.
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.
