Workshop Schedule with Sacha Stone
NEW EARTH HORIZONS
Visualize connecting with like-minded souls on picturesque islands with sandy beaches, as we enjoy the warm waters of the Adriatic Sea, traditional delicious cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture on this cruise to unlock the antiquities of Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and Turkey as well as the mysterious pyramids of Egypt. Our days will be filled with mind-blowing revelations, visits to World Heritage sites, gourmet food, a beautifully appointed ship, gorgeous accommodations, comeradarie, joy, laughter, making new lifelong friends, and memories that last a lifetime (or longer) !
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Tues., Sept. 30, 2025
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Athens, Greece:
Pre-Tour Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Walking in Plato's Footsteps"
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Experience the best of Athens with a comprehensive tour featuring the iconic Acropolis, a World Heritage Site
• Start your journey with a visit to the historic Panathinaikos Stadium, home to the first modern Olympic games in 1896
• Enjoy a leisurely lunch under the Acropolis after a morning filled with ancient architecture and fascinating Greek history (extra cost)
• Bask in the beauty of Greece while you travel through picturesque neighborhoods enroute to the stunning Cape Sounion
• End your day with a visit to the magnificent Temple of Poseidon, a landmark rich in historical and architectural significance
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Wed., Oct. 1, 2025
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Piraeus, Greece:
Cruise Embarkation Day
- At time assigned on your boarding pass, arrive at the Cruise Terminal in Piraeus and check in for your cruise.
- Anytime between 3:00-4:00 pm at Hudson Room: Deck 3 Midship: Mandatory Check-In for New Earth Horizons Seminar-at-Sea
- 4:30 to 5:30 pm: Mandatory Welcome and Orientation
- 5:00 pm: Group
Photo
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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Ship sails
5:00 pm |
Thu. Oct. 2, 2025
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Day At Sea
Sacha Stone and guest speakers, such as archeo-cosmologist Dave Emery, will lead us on journey through time during our seminar-at-sea. They will map out 954 billion years: the entire trajectory of cosmogenetic time, going way beyond the 14.5 billion years commonly accepted by academia.
- 9:30 am to 12:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
- 1:30 to 4:30 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft (Probably "Dressy Night")
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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Fri., Oct. 3, 2025
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Alexandria, Egypt (Overnight)
Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Legends of Sakkara & Dahshur"
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Transportation from Alexandria port to Sakkara & Dahshur
• Entry ticket to Sakkara area
• Visit the area of the Step pyramid
• Visit the Serapeum
• Visit one of the tombs
• Lunch at local restaurant
• Drive to Dahshur
• Entry ticket to Dahshur pyramids.
• Visit the Red Pyramid
• Visit the Bent Pyramid
• Drive back to Alexandria port for overnight stay
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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Sat. Oct. 4, 2025
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Alexandria, Egypt (2nd Day)
Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Mysteries of the Giza Plateau"
During your day in Egypt, you will drive across the desert to Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza. The Cheops Pyramid is the sole survivor among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Transportation from Alexandria cruise port to Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum
• Drive to Giza
• Entry ticket to Giza pyramids area
• Visit the Valley Temple
• Visit the Kings Chamber
• Visit the Sphinx (public area)
• Lunch at BBQ restaurant
• Drive to the Grand Egyptian Museum
• Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum
• Drive back to Alexandria port
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8:00 pm |
Sun. Oct. 5, 2025
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Day At Sea
Sacha Stone and guest speakers, such as archeo-cosmologist Dave Emery, will lead us on journey through time during our seminar-at-sea. They will map out 954 billion years: the entire trajectory of cosmogenetic time, going way beyond the 14.5 billion years commonly accepted by academia.
- 9:30 am to 12:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
- 1:30 to 4:30 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft (Probably "Dressy Night")
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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Mon. Oct. 6, 2025
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Limassol, Cyprus
Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"The Cult of Aphrodite"
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Visit Petra tou Romiou, where it is said that Aphrodite, the goddess of Cyprus, was born from the foam and carried by the waves to Paphos.
• Visit Paphos, a World Heritage Site with spectacular mosaics, picturesque churches, medieval monasteries, museums, countless antiquities, and a lovely harbor.
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Visit the Tombs of the Kings, the necropolis of Paphos, with open peristyle courts surrounded by burial chambers.
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free time at Limanaki area (old Harbor) to stroll around, buy souvenirs, or have a drink in one of the many bars of this small tourist port.
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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8:00 am |
5:00 pm |
Tues. Oct. 7, 2025
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Alanya, Turkey
Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Dolphin and Sea Turtle Cruise and Swim with Lunch"
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Experience an unforgettable day cruise around the Alanya Peninsula, a must-do for all adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts.
• Dive into the warm sea waters at Pirates Cave, Lovers Cave, and Phosphorus Cave, interacting with playful dolphins and sea turtles.
• Witness the heart-racing spectacle of cliff divers leaping off high rocks into the sea, while lounging on the famous sands of Cleopatra's Beach.
• Savor a sumptuous lunch of grilled chicken, rice, salad, and seasonal fruits aboard your luxury yacht, with options for wine or coffee.
• Unwind at Ulas beach with an impromptu beauty session featuring a sea mud mask, and let loose at the crazy foam party as the day ends.
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8:00 am |
5:00 pm |
Wed. Oct. 8, 2025 |
Rhodes, Greece (overnight)
Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Legendary Lindos and the Collossus of Rhodes"
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Experience the breathtaking ancient Greek towns of Lindos and Rhodes, combine stunning views and rich history
• Soak in the panoramic views from the 535-feet tall Acropolis
• Stop into the Byzantine Church of the Ascension
• Witness the world-renowned ceramics crafting of Rhodes
• Explore the 14th-century Grand Master's Palace
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: TBD
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Arrival Rhodes:
8:00 am |
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Thu. Oct. 9, 2025
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Rhodes, Greece (2nd Day)
Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Cruise and Swim in Emerald Waters"
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Swim in the emerald waters of Anthony Quinn Bay, renowned as the backdrop of The Guns of Navarone
• Relax in the picturesque Ladiko Bay on a sailing yacht enjoying appetizers, fresh fruits, wine, and music
• Dive into adventure at Traganou Bay, where snorkeling and exploration of small creeks and captivating caves await
• This exclusive 6.5-hour voyage to Rhodes' three most beautiful bays is a greatly popular and sought-after excursion
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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Departure Rhodes:
4:00 pm |
Fri. Oct. 10, 2025 |
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Greece
Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Wonders of the Ancient World"
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Stroll through the timeline of history in a seamless blend of ancient awe and contemporary culture.
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Explore the ruins of a once bustling Roman provincial capital.
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Visit notable landmarks of the Odeum, Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan and awe-inspiring Great Theater.
• See the stunning Terrace Houses, with its beautifully preserved frescoes and mosaics.
• Witness the last remnant of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World at the Temple of Artemis.
Enjoy
an authentic Turkish lunch at a local restaurant.
• Visit the revered House of Virgin Mary, officially recognized by the Vatican as her final resting place.
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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7:00 am |
11:00 pm |
Sat. Oct. 11, 2025
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Day At Sea
Sacha Stone and speakers such as archeo-cosmologist Dave Emery will lead us on a journey through time during our seminar-at-sea. They will map out 954 billion years: the entire trajectory of cosmogenetic time, going way beyond the 14.5 billion years commonly accepted by academia.
- 9:30 am to 12:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
- 1:30 to 4:30 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
- 5:30 pm: Group Dining: The Dining Room, Deck 3 Aft (Probably "Dressy Night")
- 8:30 to 10:00 pm: Sacha Stone Seminar-at-Sea, Hudson Room, Deck 3 Midship
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Sun. Oct. 12, 2025 |
Delphi, Greece:
Post-Tour Shore Excursion (Extra Fee)
"Oracle of Delphi - Navel of the Earth"
Pickup at Cruise Terminal in Piraeus and dropoff at hotel.
- 7:00 am: Arrival in Piraeus and Debarkation
EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Embark on an unforgettable journey to Delphi, the ancient site of the world's most important oracle, guided by a licensed professional.
• Explore the enchanting ruins of Delphi, including the Roman Agora, Sacred Way, and the mystifying Tholos, a masterpiece of the ancient world.
• Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Delphi Archaeological Museum, housing treasures dating from the 18th century B.C. to 300 A.D.
• Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch with wine in the heart of Greece, an experience you wouldn't want to miss.
Renewed and refreshed, we say good-bye with experiences and friends to last a lifetime.
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