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Rome, Athens & the Greek Isles

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12 days

Italy, Greece


It’s no myth—Italy and Greece are home to some of the world’s most impressive archaeological sites, stunning scenery, and long-standing cultural traditions. During this tour, you’ll see the landmarks and landscapes of these Mediterranean countries firsthand. Explore the area’s ancient ruins, from Pompeii to the Acropolis and Delphi, and wander through charming seaside towns along the Mediterranean coast.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2027: March 15, March 19, March 25, March 26-29, April 25, May 1 & 2, June 2, June 29. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

Day 2: Rome

Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport

Day 3: Rome

Take a guided tour of Rome

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Capitoline Hill
  • St. Peter's Square and Basilica

Explore Rome during a food-themed walking tour  

Day 4: Rome • Pompeii

Take an excursion to Pompeii

Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide

Day 5: Rome • Athens

Fly to Athens

Day 6: Athens • Night ferry

Take a guided tour of Athens

With your expert local guide you will:

  • See the Ancient Olympic Stadium
  • See Syntagma Square, the central square of Athens
  • Visit the Acropolis

Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to ancient ruins and prehistoric artifacts 

Take a walking tour of Athens

With your Tour Director you will see:

  • Plaka district
  • Athenian Trilogy

Take a night ferry to Heraklion  

Day 7: Heraklion

Take a tour of Knossos Palace with a local guide  

Take a walking tour of Heraklion

Enjoy free time to explore Heraklion town on your own  

Enjoy a cheese tasting with lunch   

Day 8: Heraklion • Elounda • Spinalonga

Travel to the coastal town of Elounda  

Take a guided boat tour of Spinalonga, a historic fortress island  

Explore the beach town of Elounda on your own   

Day 9: Heraklion • Rethymno • Chania

Travel via Rethymno to Chania 

Take a walking tour of the old port city of Rethymno

Enjoy free time in Rethymno

Day 10: Chania • Night ferry

Participate in a cooking class and learn how to make traditional Greek cuisine  

Take a night ferry to Athens 

Day 11: Athens • Delphi

Take a day trip to Delphi

Take a guided tour of Delphi

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Temple of Apollo
  • Delphi Archaeological Museum 
Visit the Delphi Museum

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Greek evening

Greek evening

Friends, feta, and fresh Mediterranean flavors—opa! Stuff yourself like an olive during a traditional Greek dinner. Then, link arms for a night of music and dancing. You might even get to experience the famous plate-smashing tradition. Whatever the night brings, you'll enjoy a lively celebration and experience the best of Greece’s theatrical culture. 

Day 12: Depart for home



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Full-time Tour Director
Expert Local Guides
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