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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Aegean islands immediately after takeoff, followed by a panoramic sweep across the heart of the Alps and the scenic Rhine River valley.

Right Side Highlights
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Cyclades Islands

A bird's-eye view of Santorini's caldera and the white-washed villages of the Aegean islands.

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Athens

The sprawling Greek capital and the historic Saronic Gulf visible during the early flight phase.

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The Dolomites

Breathtaking limestone massifs and high-altitude lakes in the Italian and Austrian Alps.

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Rhine Valley

The winding Rhine River carved through German hills, dotted with castles and vineyards.

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Amsterdam

If landing on the Polderbaan or Zwanenburgbaan, you often get a perfect view of the historic canal belt.

The right side is generally shaded on northbound flights from Greece, providing the best lighting for photography of the Alps. Keep your camera ready about 90 to 120 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views. In winter, look for the striking contrast between snow-covered peaks and the dark valley floors.

Left Side Highlights
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Cretan Sea

Vibrant turquoise waters as you depart Crete and head north over the Aegean.

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Peloponnese

The rugged mountains and deep gulfs of southern mainland Greece.

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Adriatic Sea

Expansive views across the sea toward the eastern coast of Italy.

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Swiss Alps

Distant views of the iconic jagged peaks and glaciers of the western alpine range.

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Brussels

The cityscape of the Belgian capital as you begin your descent toward the Netherlands.

Choose the left side for spectacular sunset views if your flight departs in the late afternoon. Be aware that this side faces the sun for most of the flight, which may cause significant glare on your window and make photography challenging during midday.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,481 km (1,542 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 18 min

Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)

Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Route Type: International

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