Greece, Turkey, Israel & Egypt 2000 - 2007, Ep. 1 "Athens and the Peloponnese"

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Viewers will get familiar with the old port of Nafplio and explore the Peloponnese Peninsula before plunging into frenetic, sprawling Athens. They'll look at the ruins of Olympia, the best preserved ancient theater at Epidauros and the ancient capital of Mycenae. Then, seeing beyond the crowded streets of Athens, we ... return to the city's incredible historic core. Our journey to ancient Greece means climbing to the majestic Acropolis, visiting the National Archeological Museum and exploring a centuries-old market. Also, we sample retsina wine, eat scrumptious Greek specialties, learn a Greek dance in the Plaka and sleep in the old town.
  • Runtime: 26 minutes
  • Original air date: January 01, 2005
  • Network: Back Door Productions
 
  
 
 

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1. Athens and the Peloponnese
  January 1, 2005
Viewers will get familiar with the old port of Nafplio and explore the Peloponnese Peninsula before plunging into frenetic, sprawling Athens. They'll look at the ruins of Olympia, the best preserved ancient theater at Epidauros and the ancient capital of Mycenae. Then, seeing beyond the crowded streets of Athens, we return to the city's incredible historic core. Our journey to ancient Greece means climbing to the majestic Acropolis, visiting the National Archeological Museum and exploring a centuries-old market. Also, we sample retsina wine, eat scrumptious Greek specialties, learn a Greek dance in the Plaka and sleep in the old town.
 
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2. Greek Islands
  January 1, 2005
The Greek Islands' sunny climate, great beaches and relaxed culture attracts travelers from all corners. Island hopping on the Aegean ferries, we visit touristy, exotic Santorini (starting with an island bus tour), ride a motorbike around Samos, and hang out on the barely-known island of Lipsi where we sample the local cuisine. We stroll on an out-of-the-way black sand beach. Other quiet moments include visiting peaceful Spiliani Monastery, the ancient ruins of Akroteri and the Temple of Hera. With tips from the tourist office, we find offbeat and fun ways to island hop and our own picturesque places to stay.
 
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3. Istanbul
  January 1, 2005
At Europe's gateway to Asia, we explore the historic, crowded city of Istanbul. We get lost in the Grand Bazaar, feast like kings with locals at a fisherman's wharf, and follow stories of the Byzantine Empire at the ancient wall, St. Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. To escape the high-pitched city bustle, we board a boat on the churning Bosphorus, gaining a view of the Bridge of Galata and the elegant Dolmabahce Palace.
 
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4. Western Turkey
  January 1, 2005
For half the price of visiting Greece, Turkey offers as much intrigue, history, sun, friendliness and scrumptious food. We visit spectacular Greek ruins at Ephesus and Aphrodisias and ancient hot springs at Pamukkale. Viewers can travel up the Meander River, visit a Turkish bath, eat Turkish pizza and get tips on staying healthy in foreign countries. An exotic culture to most Americans, Turkey feels more familiar as we discover a blend of ancient and modern in nomadic life, whirling Dervishes, and strong Muslim beliefs.
 
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5. Central Turkey
  January 1, 2005
Before heading for the modern capital, Ankara, we folk dance through tea-soaked, hospitable and engaging ancient villages in central Turkey. From geological wonders in Cappadocia's byzantine cave churches and cliff dwellings to the red pottery kilns of Avanos, friendly locals welcome visitors. The offer of good deals on camel rides and carpets fade near the unspoiled town of Guzelyurt. By the time we reach Ankara, the modern world is back. We learn about Ataturk ? called the father of the Turks ? who led Turkey from a sultan's empire to the updated scene of the 1920's.
 
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6. Eastern Turkey
  January 1, 2001
After a Mount Ararat sunrise, we visit Abraham's 4000-year-old home town, tour one of the world's biggest dams, cheer on grease wrestlers, meet the gods atop Mount Nemrut, and dance with new friends in a village.
 
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7. Israel
  January 1, 2005
We visit the new and the old Israel. Starting in Jerusalem and going on to the ancient fortress of Masada and the Sea of Galilee, we see Israel's past unfold at historic and religious sites. In Jerusalem, the Holy Land's capitol city, Jews pray at the Wailing Wall, Muslims worship at the Dome of the Rock and Christians at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Near chic, crowded Tel Aviv we stop to enjoy a Mediterranean beach and our visit ends too soon, as we watch fishermen on the Sea of Galilee.
 
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8. Egypt
  January 1, 2005
Egypt offers a visual potpourri of high energy and ancient mystery - from chaotic, urban Cairo to the silent temples and tombs near Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. We explore pharaohs' pyramids at Giza and gold treasures at Cairo's National Museum. Rick has fun with the inevitable camel ride. Each stop on the route leaves an indelible imprint: a colorful, medieval bazaar, a feluca sail down the Nile, a bike ride through the countryside and the ancient Temple of Karnak.
 
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Episode 1, "Athens and the Peloponnese"
Synopsis: Viewers will get familiar with the old port of Nafplio and explore the Peloponnese Peninsula before plunging into frenetic, sprawling Athens. They'll look at the ruins of Olympia, the best preserved ancient theater at Epidauros and the ancient capital of Mycenae. Then, seeing beyond the crowded streets of Athens, we return to the city's incredible historic core. Our journey to ancient Greece means climbing to the majestic Acropolis, visiting the National Archeological Museum and exploring a centuries-old market. Also, we sample retsina wine, eat scrumptious Greek specialties, learn a Greek dance in the Plaka and sleep in the old town.
Original air date: January 1, 2005
Runtime: 26 minutes
ASIN: B0016BSJ0A
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #87,217 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
Greece, Turkey, Israel & Egypt 2000 - 2007 Season 6
Synopsis: Experience Greece, Turkey, Israel and Egypt with Rick Steves, best-selling travel author and host of public television's Rick Steves' Europe and public radio's Travel with Rick Steves. We explore Greece's Peloponnese Peninsula before taking on frenetic Athens and going Island-hopping in the Aegean. Then we head to Turkey - Europe's gateway to Asia - visiting the historic city of Istanbul, Greek ruins and ancient hot springs in western Turkey, ancient villages and the modern city of Ankara in central Turkey and finish our journey in eastern Turkey atop Mount Nemrut. In Israel, we visit the Holy Land's capital city, Jerusalem, stop in chic Tel Aviv and watch fishermen on the Sea of Galilee. Each stop in our journey through Egypt, from chaotic Cairo to the Valley of the Kings, leaves an unforgettable impression.
Season year: 2005
Network: Back Door Productions
ASIN: B0016BUPQQ
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