Cruising Corinth Canal
Dreamt up by the ruler of the Ancient Corinth, started by Roman emperor Nero, and finally completed by the French, the Corinth Canal was a project that spanned many centuries. Slicing through solid rock, the canal separates the Greek mainland from the Peloponnese and serves as a vital shipping link between the Gulf of Corinth and the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. [ReadMoreMob]
As impressive as it is important, the Corinth Canal has to be seen – or transited if you are lucky enough – to fully appreciate the engineering involved here, the narrowness of the canal – it shrinks down to less than just 25 metres wide at the very bottom – and the sheer scale of the carefully carved cliffs that flank the waterway. [ReadMoreDesk]
Sailing through the Corinth Canal is a very special experience, especially on board Fred. Olsen’s smaller-sized ships. Many of today’s vessels are too large to negotiate the Canal, however with Fred. Olsen you can experience the thrill of gliding between the towering cliffs, with rock-faces passing by so close that you can almost touch them.
Cruises to Cruising Corinth Canal
Greek Islands and Corinth Canal • M2311
- Sail the extremely narrow Corinth Canal
- Discover the archaeological site of Olympia
- Explore the Acropolis & Parthenon in Athens
Cuba Transatlantic to the Adriatic & Corinth Canal • M240507
- A unique cruise combining Caribbean and Greek Islands
- Experience Havana to the full
- On Braemar, sail through Greece’s remarkable Corinth Canal
Cuba Transatlantic to explore the Mediterranean Islands and Corinth Canal • M240509
- A journey to the Caribbean, Balkan and Mediterranean
- Sample Caribbean and Mediterranean beauty and culture
- Navigate the Corinth Canal and cross the Atlantic
Cuba Transatlantic to the Adriatic, Corinth Canal & Greek Islands • M240508
- Discover Caribbean, Balkan and Greek islands
- Explore Havana and take in the sights of Dubrovnik and Split
- Navigate Greece’s Corinth Canal aboard Braemar
Discovering the Balkans, Corinth Canal & Ancient Greece • M240608
- Ancient Balkan and Greek history are yours to explore on this engrossing cruise
- In centuries-old destinations, you’ll discover a wealth of fascinating sites and highlights
- What’s more, you’ll get to sail Greece’s remarkable Corinth Canal too
Discovering the Balkans, Corinth Canal, Mediterranean Islands and Seville • M240609
- A very special journey to a collection of captivating Balkan and Mediterranean destinations
- Remarkable historic sites await in cities such as Dubrovnik, Athens and Valletta
- The piece de resistance is a scenic cruise through Greece’s incredible Corinth Canal
Corinth Canal & Ancient Greece • M2407
- Experience the excitement and awe of navigating Greece’s incredible Corinth Canal
- Capture the history, culture and beauty of Greek islands and cities
- Take in the ancient sites of Rhodes, Crete, Olympia and Athens
Corinth Canal & Ancient Greece • M240708
- Experience the best that Greece has to offer, from its historic sites to its scenic delights
- Delve into ancient history amongst the wonders of Rhodes, Athens, Olympia and more
- On board Braemar, sail the incredible Corinth Canal – made possible by your ship’s smaller size
Corinth Canal & Mediterranean Islands with Seville • M240709
- A specially crafted itinerary combining the highlights of Greece, Mediterranean islands and Spain
- Take in ancient Greek sites; historic gems in Malta; Italian delights; and Spanish city culture
- To top-it-off, you’re in for memorable scenic cruising of the remarkable Corinth Canal
Corinth Canal & Ancient Greece • M2408
- Experience the excitement and awe of navigating Greece’s incredible Corinth Canal
- Capture the history, culture and beauty of Greek islands and cities
- Take in the ancient sites of Crete, Olympia and Athens
