Grecian Odyssey

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9 or 12 days

Athens, Corinth, Argolida region, Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia region, Delphi, extension to Greek Islands & Turkey

What is it like to live in a country where classical mythology and ancient history still have a presence in everyday life? In the capital of Athens, namesake of the goddess Athena, walk in the footsteps of ancient Greeks at the Acropolis - and in the footsteps of current residents in the Plaka district. In Delphi, Epidaurus and Cape Sounion, learn how an old belief in mythological figures still influences medicine, politics and philosophy.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2026: March 25, April 12, May 1. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Greece

Day 2: Athens

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Day 3: Athens • Corinth • Argolida region

Take a day trip to Cape Sounion

Visit the Temple of Poseidon

Tour Cape Sounion with an expert local guide

Travel via Corinth to Argolida region

See the Corinth Canal

Day 4: Argolida region • Epidaurus • Mycenae • Olympia region

Travel via Epidaurus and Mycenae to Olympia region

Tour Epidaurus and Mycenae with an expert local guide

Learn about traditional clay techniques at a Mycenaean pottery experience

Day 5: Olympia region • Delphi

Tour Olympia with an expert local guide

Visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia

Enjoy an olive oil tasting at a local farm

Travel to Delphi

Day 6: Delphi • Athens

Take a guided tour of Delphi

With your expert local guide you will see:

Temple of Apollo
Delphi Archaeological Museum

Visit the Delphi Museum

Return to Athens

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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, dancing, and smashing plates. This time-honored tradition brings Greece’s theatrical culture to life in all the best ways.

Day 7: Athens

Take a guided tour of Athens

With your expert local guide you will see:

Olympic Stadium
Syntagma Square
Acropolis

Visit the Acropolis:

Parthenon
Temple of Athena Nike

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

Day 8: Athens

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Saronic Islands cruise

Set sail through the islands of the Saronic Gulf! Your first stop is the island of Aegina, home to the best pistachios in Greece. Then it’s on to Poros, whose Historic Clock is visible from all over town. Finally, stop at Hydra, full of red-tiled houses and narrow stone-paved alleys. Your cruise includes lunch, and you may have time for swimming before returning to port mid-evening.

Day 9: Depart for home

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Day 9: Greek island cruise

Set sail on your cruise ship for a three-day adventure filled with on-board activities and a three-island shore excursion package. Experience how Turkish, Roman, and Greek influences helped shape the unique blend of cultures you’ll encounter as you explore each coastal town.

Day 10: Santorini island • Mykonos island

Included excursion to Oia Village in Santorini

Included excursion to Mykonos Town

Day 11: Turkey

Included excursion to Ancient Ephesus

Day 12: Depart for home