Arrive at the cruise port via independently arranged travel. Upon arrival, be greeted by your Tour Manager to check in and embark on your cruise. Lunch and dinner will be available aboard the ship.

Enjoy a full day at sea. Today, you will participate in private sessions with Valerie Plame and her highly decorated and experienced CIA colleagues, who will pull back the curtain on the real-life “wilderness of mirrors” that is international espionage.

Enjoy breakfast aboard the ship as we sail into Valletta. Disembark to begin the exclusive shore excursion available ONLY to conference guests and attendees. The historic and ancient city of Valletta offers an entirely pedestrian experience as we walk directly from the cruise terminal to the city center. This excursion is led by one of our espionage experts and includes a local group lunch in Valletta before returning to the ship.

Enjoy a day at sea. Our second day at sea features additional seminars with Valerie Plame and her hand-selected lineup of intelligence experts.

The quaint and picturesque island of Mykonos is one of the brightest and most colorful gems of the Aegean Sea. Feel free to enroll in one of the many optional excursions offered by the cruise line, or simply stroll the local seaside streets at your own leisure.

This morning, we dock in Ephesus, Turkey. This ancient city holds a prominent place in history, and its Roman-era ruins are captivating. Valerie Plame and her team have arranged a guided tour for you today, focusing on espionage history. This exclusive tour includes a group lunch at the Sultankoy Turistik Rug Factory, where local craftsmen showcase their exquisite handmade Persian and Turkish rugs.

Santorini is among the most iconic locations in Greece. Its pure-white, domed structures contrast starkly with the deep blue waters of the sea, perched on the lofty rim of an ancient caldera. Santorini is a unique, fairytale-like destination offering endless photographic opportunities.

Our final day at sea features your third set of private presentations and discussions from our fascinating team of speakers.

Enjoy breakfast aboard the ship while taking in the views of Naples. Disembark with your fellow conference attendees and our experts for a final exclusive tour highlighting local espionage meeting places and historical discussions. After the tour, we’ll enjoy a private lunch before returning to the ship. Naples, located beneath the looming shadow of Mt. Vesuvius, is adjacent to renowned sites like Capri, Pompeii, and the Amalfi Coast.

Sadly, we depart from the ship today, taking with us memories, photographs, and inspiring stories from those who have actively worked in the fascinating world of international espionage.