IST → TUN

Sea of Marmara

Aerial views of the Princess Islands and the southern entrance to the Bosphorus Strait shortly after takeoff.

Cyclades Islands

Clusters of white-washed Greek islands scattered across the deep blue Aegean Sea.

Crete

Gliding past the rugged northern coast of Crete, often revealing the high peaks of the Lefka Ori.

Cape Bon

The dramatic first sight of North Africa as the plane crosses the Tunisian peninsula's finger-like projection.

Carthage & Sidi Bou Said

Low-altitude views of the ancient Roman ruins and the iconic blue-and-white village during the final approach.

Istanbul Hinterland

Views of the sprawling European side of Istanbul and the Black Sea coast near the airport.

Mount Athos

The monastic peninsula of northern Greece with its towering peak rising directly from the sea.

Peloponnese

The rugged mountains and deeply indented coastline of southern mainland Greece.

Mediterranean Crossing

Expansive views of the open sea where you can often spot large cargo ships on international routes.

Tunis Cityscape

The urban density of the capital and the Lake of Tunis as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.