Day 1 - Departure Day
Board your overnight flight to Athens, Greece.

Day 2 - Athens
Arrive in Athens. After collecting your luggage and clearing customs you’ll meet your local Program Director, and board your private motor coach to transfer to your centrally located hotel. This afternoon, take an orientation walking tour before your welcome dinner.

Day 3 - Athens
Today, take a guided tour of the Acropolis and visit the Parthenon, Erechtheion and the Temple of Nike and take in the incredible views of Athens. Next, visit the Acropolis Museum, which houses artifacts found on the Acropolis and offers a great insight into ancient Greek civilization. Tonight, enjoy an evening of Greek culture, food, music and dance!

Day 4 - Athens
This morning, embark on a day cruise of the Saronic Islands, know for thier art, culture and natural beauty. You’ll visit Aegina, which is known for it’s ancient ruins and charming town, next stop will be Poros, know for it’s neoclassical buildings, vibrant harbor, and clock tower, your final stop will be on Hydra, a car-free islands, were you will tour the island’s narrow streets, art galleries and well preserved architecture. Lunch is included and served on board.

Day 5 - Athens
This morning, visit a sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation center, and learn about this non-profit’s mission to help save local sea turtles. This afternoon, spend time at the beach. Tonight, take an interactive cooking class and learn to make your own traditional Greek dinner!

Day 6 - Santorini
This morning, take a ferry to picture perfect Santorini - known as The Black Pearl of the Aegean. You’ll head to the southern part of the island to visit the archaelopligical site of Akrotiri, an ancient Minoan city preserved in volcanic ash. Explore the well-preserved ruins and learn about life in this Bronze Age settlement. Tonight, we’ll visit Oia Castle to watch the world-famous Santorini sunset.

Day 7 - Santorini
Today, depart from Old Port and take a boat trip to Nea Kameni, the island’s active volcano. Hike to the crater and learn about the island’s volcanic history. Later, visit the hot springs on Palea Kameni, where you can swim in the warm waters. This afternoon, take a walk through Fira, and see it’s whitewashed buildings and blue domed churches.

Day 8 - Crete
Your journey continues by sea as you board a ferry to the island of Crete. Known for it’s incredible ruins and breathtaking beaches, Crete is the largest and most populous island in Greece. This afternoon, take a walking tour of Heraklion, the capital of Crete. You’ll visit the old town, and see the Venetian Fortress, Morosini Fountain, Loggia and have some time to shop the many bustling markets.

Day 9 - Crete
An excursion today takes you to one of the most well preserved medieval cities in Greece - Rethymno and the traditonal village of Vamos. Take a walking tour of Rethymno Old Town, visit the Venetian Harbor, the Rimondi Fountain, and the Fortezza to take in the panoramic view of the town and sea. Next, travel to Vamos, visit the olive oil factory and learn about the traditional methods of olive oil production. Later, meet with locals and learn about their customs and traditions. Tonight, join your group’s farewell dinner celebration!

Day 10 - Departure Day
Transfer to the airport for return flight to the USA.