Americans Explore Ancient Wonders of Libya on a North African Cruise with Voyages to Antiquity

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 16, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Guests aboard Voyages to Antiquity's "Carthage Is To Be Deleted," itinerary this past week enjoyed unique visits to ancient archaeological sites in North Africa.  

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The highlight of the voyage was the opportunity to visit Libya, due to the lifting of visa restrictions for Americans this past summer.  The first call was in Tripoli, the fascinating capital city, which features the Jamahiriya Museum with 47 galleries containing one of the world's best classical art collections. The next stop was Al Khums, for a full day visit to one of the Mediterranean's greatest archaeological sites – Leptis Magna. It was then onto Cyrene where guests toured the 5th century BC Doric Temple of Zeus.  

"Carthage Is To Be Deleted" is a stunning itinerary exploring the spectacular temples and cities created by the Phoenicians, Greeks and Romans in Sicily, Tunisia, Libya and Egypt.  These are among the most magnificent and well preserved to be found anywhere in the world.  

"Voyages to Antiquity is the only cruise line to call in Libya this year with American guests and will offer two of the very limited cruise options to visit Libya in 2011," said Mitchell J. Schlesinger, vice president of sales and marketing for the line. "The recent itinerary sold out quickly once Americans were able to visit and our bookings for the two 2011 departures are extremely active.  The cruise-tours depart on March 25th and November 25th, 2011."

Extraordinary value is a hallmark with cruise fares starting from $3,750, including shore excursions with complimentary bottled water, gratuities to shipboard staff, wine, beer, and soft drinks at dinner each evening.  PLUS, guests who book for 2011 by February 28, 2011 are eligible for FREE Air from more than 60 North American gateways.

After the Early Booking Deadline expires, air is FREE from select East coast gateways and $99 & $199 ad-ons apply from the Midwest and Western Regions, including transfers and porterage.   For information about the itineraries and to make reservations, call (877) 398-1460 or visit www.voyagestoantiquity.com.

About Voyages To Antiquity

Inspired by The Middle Sea, authored by Lord John Julius Norwich, Voyages to Antiquity was created to offer sophisticated travelers an unparalleled destination immersion and educational experience combining the very best in cultural travel in an informal boutique-style environment.

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