Explore Athens, one of the world’s oldest cities. Experience the Acropolis, possibly the most important ancient monument in the western world, and tour its accompanying Acropolis Museum. Other must-sees include the Theatre of Dionysus, Agora, and the Temple of Zeus.
Greece
Greece is the birthplace of Europe's first advanced civilization, the Minoan. Our tour of this ancient civilization, combined with the beauty of the islands in the Aegean Sea and the famous archeological site of Ephesus in Turkey, makes Greece one of the most popular classical destinations.
In Athens, students will visit the world famous Acropolis, including the Parthenon, the 1896 Olympic Stadium, the National Archeological Museum, the renowned Plaka shopping district and Monastiraki flea market. A full-day excursion to Delphi is also included in the tour. A four-day Greek islands cruise, with stops at Mykonos, Ephesus, Rhodes, Crete and Santorini is a spectacular way to see it all.
Santorini
Groups will have a relaxing experience on the gorgeous island of Santorini. Explore the winding streets and charming villages lined with shops, restaurants and open-air cafes of this cultural beacon of the Greek islands.
Crete
Crete is Greece’s largest island and a popular holiday destination. Explore Knossos, the centre of the ancient Minoans. This site features the Royal Palace of King Minos and the legendary Labyrinth of the Minotaur, the location that serves as the backdrop to some of the most enchanting myths in Greek culture.
Rhodes
This island has historically been famous across the globe for the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. In addition to this spectacle of size and engineering, students will also enjoy a guided tour of the area and have the chance to see the Acropolis of Lindos with its incredible Temple of Athena.
Patmos
Home to the Monastery of St John the Divine, this pristine location sits close by the Grotta where St John wrote the famous Book of Revelations during his exile from the Roman Empire. The book claims that it was here on Patmos where John received a vision from Jesus inspiring his writing. As such, Patmos is a destination for Christian pilgrimage and several monasteries on the island are dedicated to St John.
Kusadasi
This Turkish island features a guided tour of the marble ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus. This city was a centre of power for both the Ottoman Turks and the Persians, serving as a primary location of trade in antiquity.
Mykonos
Long considered one of the world's most desirable tourist locations, Mykonos is an essential place to visit while in the Greek provinces.
Day 1
• Board your overnight flight to Athens
Day 2
• Arrive in Athens
• Leisure Time to Explore Athens - After meeting your tour guide, enjoy the sights of the Plaka area and take in some Athenian culture at your own pace
Day 3
• Coach Tour of Athens - Featuring the city's most significant landmarks such as the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Theatre of Dionysus, Agora and the Temple of Zeus
• Guided Tour of the National Archaeological Museum - Featuring collections ranging from the prehistoric era to surrounding cultural exhibits and Egyptian art
• Monastiraki Flea Market - Take in the area and enjoy some light shopping
Day 4
• Transfer to Piraeus
• Cruise of Aegean Sea - Leaving from the Port of Piraeus, embark on a four day cruise of the Aegean Sea to discover some of its beautiful surrounding islands
• Mykonos - One of the most beautiful Greek islands, it is believed to be named after a local hero who was seen as an offspring of the god Apollo
Day 5
• Kusadasi - This Turkish island features a guided tour of the marble ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus
• Patmos - This pristine location sits close by the Grotta where St John wrote the famous Book of Revelations during his exile from the Roman Empire
Day 6
• Rhodes - This island has historically been famous across the globe for the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the World
Day 7
• Crete – Experience Knossos which features the Royal Palace of King Minos and the legendary Labyrinth of the Minotaur
• Santorini - Explore the winding streets and charming villages lined with shops, restaurants and open-air cafes on this cultural Greek island
Day 8
• Return to Piraeus
• Delphi - The oracle at Delphi was one of the most important figures both religiously and politically in the classical Greek empire
• Transfer to Athens
Day 9
• Depart for your return flight home
