Describes journey through Greece from Corfu to Constantinople. Includes descriptions of towns, countryside and population, the problems encountered with travel and also comments on the systems of government and the local rulers.

Gives an account of crossing Mount Pindus in Greece and a visit to the monastries of Metara [Meteora]. Describes a tour of one of the monastries, used as a prison by Ali Pacha. Also notes their Turkish guide's propensity for wine and the open manner in which Turkish muslim's consume alcohol. Describes Salonica, especially its large Jewish population, and notes the poor situation of the resident Greeks. Notes the hostility shown by the Turkish population towards Christian travelers, but also is surprised by their accommodation, describing visits to mosques which they were allowed unhindered, including to a mosque, once a church, which houses the tomb of Saint Demetia. Describes the Roman remains in Salonica, of which there are few, and also discusses the trade carried out in the town, especially the existence of overland routes to Germany using horses and camels. Describes the Valley of the Peneus River, especially its agriculture, noting herds of cows and horses, wheat, barley and rye and also the presence of cotton and silk worms. Mentions the existence of the houses of the Vizier and his sons. Has met the Vizier Ali Pacha at Larissa who provided them with horses for travel all the way to Constantinople and for this reason will undertake the journey shortly. Discusses the character of Ali Pacha and his two sons and describes their relations with regard to their power. Briefly describes Larissa and Trikala and waxes lyrical about Mount Olympus. Gives a description of the journey towards Turkey and the Turkish towns. Describes the mosques and is also struck by the large cemeteries and comments on the large number of Turks who die from plague.

Can only write one letter as it is so hot. Has at last reached Greece and finds it beautiful. Describes the view from the signal station and contends that the land is untouched by cultivation as the locals are 'too lazy to bestow the necessary labour', though admits that the recent crop failures may have something to do with the plague and various wars which have engulfed the island. Discusses the political situation on Corfu and in the Mediterranean generally, including mentioning the role of Ali Pasha and 'King Tom' Maitland. Discusses his future travel plans which include a meeting with Ali Pasha to procure a Tartar guide and visits to Constantinople, Athens, Malta and Messina. Describes a marriage ceremony and its meanings. Describes a walk to the supposed site of the Homer's Palace of Alcinous and the inhabitants of the island, especially the soldiers.