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Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ), contact your local Viking travel agent or visit viking.com | 13 ITALIAN RIVIERA BY LAND AND SEA Explore the scenic town of Sorrento and village of Amalfi during a motor coach and boat excursion along the famous Italian Riviera. Drive to Sorrento, overlooking the Gulf of Naples, observe a wood carving demonstration, then enjoy time to stroll the town's narrow, picturesque streets. Board a motorboat in Salerno for a trip across the Gulf of Salerno to the quaint village of Amalfi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour its historic centre, stopping to admire the façade of the Cathedral of St. Andrew, witnessing the blend of Italian Gothic and Arabesque-style architecture. ACROPOLIS & PLAKA DISTRICT BY FOOT Explore ancient and modern landmarks of Athens, from the heights of the Acropolis to the intimate Plaka District. During your visit to the iconic Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, climb 80 steps through its grand entrance, the Propylaeum, to the plateau of the rock. Here, the mighty Parthenon reigns over the Nike, Erechtheum and other temples. A panoramic drive through Athens will take you past many iconic landmarks, including the Panathenaic Stadium, the Hellenic Parliament and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Meander through the cobblestone streets of the laid back Plaka district, admiring colourful facades and incredible views of the Acropolis. 9 10 P OSITA NO, ITA LY ATHEN S , G R EEC E

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