Rome, Athens & the Greek Isles

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12 days

Italy, Greece, Turkey

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 2026: March 19, March 25, April 3-8, April 12, May 1, June 29, and August 14-15. 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 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

Visit the Acropolis:

Parthenon
Temple of Athena Nike

Take a guided tour of Athens

With your expert local guide you will see:

Olympic Stadium
Syntagma Square
Acropolis

Take a walking tour of Athens

With your Tour Director you will see:

Plaka district
Athenian Trilogy

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

Add this in-depth excursion:

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 • Delphi

Take a day trip to Delphi

Visit the Delphi Museum

Take a guided tour of Delphi

With your expert local guide you will see:

Temple of Apollo
Delphi Archaeological Museum

Day 8: Mykonos island

Set sail on your cruise ship for a four-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.

Included excursion to Mykonos Town

Day 9: Santorini island

Included excursion to Oia Village in Santorini

Day 10: Rhodes island

Explore Rhodes on your own

Day 11: Turkey

Included excursion to Ancient Ephesus

Day 12: Depart for home