From Rome to Athens
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Group Leader: Ashley Nelson
Requested Return Date: 6/24/2025
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It’s impossible to overstate the influence of Ancient Rome and Greece on our modern-day society; seeing monuments from those civilizations is a profound experience.
From the Colosseum to the Parthenon to the expansive archaeological sites at Pompeii, Epidaurus and Mycenae, walk in the footsteps of the men and women who set the stage for the development of Western culture.Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2025: March 19, March 25, April 18-21, 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
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Day 2: Rome
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Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome
You will see:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 4: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
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Day 5: Rome • Pompeii
Take a day trip to Pompeii
Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide
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Day 6: Rome • Athens • Argolida
Fly to Athens
See the Corinth Canal
Enjoy a short boat ride through Nafplio Bay (weather permitting)
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Day 7: Argolida • Epidaurus • Mycenae • Athens
Travel to Athens via Epidaurus and Mycenae
Tour Epidaurus and Mycenae with an expert local guide
(When traveling between Oct 26 and March 27, the group will not visit Epidaurus.)
Partake in a hands-on pottery workshop in Mycenae.
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Day 8: 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
(When traveling between Oct 26 and March 27, the group will visit Theater of Dionysus.)
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
Explore on your own orAdd 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.
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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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 visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome
You will see:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 4: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
Enjoy time to explore on your own -
Day 5: Rome • Pompeii
Take a day trip to Pompeii
Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide
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Day 6: Rome • Athens • Argolida
Fly to Athens
See the Corinth Canal
Enjoy a short boat ride through Nafplio Bay (weather permitting)
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Day 7: Argolida • Epidaurus • Mycenae • Athens
Travel to Athens via Epidaurus and Mycenae
Tour Epidaurus and Mycenae with an expert local guide
(When traveling between Oct 26 and March 27, the group will not visit Epidaurus.)
Partake in a hands-on pottery workshop in Mycenae.
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Day 8: 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
(When traveling between Oct 26 and March 27, the group will visit Theater of Dionysus.)
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
Explore on your own orAdd 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.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Feel confident helping your child see the world
Visit our parents’ page for everything from payment plans, scholarship opportunities, safety protocols, and more.
Are you the “print it, scribble notes on it, stick it to the fridge” type? You can download a printable version of our Parent Guide, too.
¿Quiere leer la Guía para Padres en español?
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; internal flight; 4-day Greek island cruise with extension (3 cruise excursions included)
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Hotels
6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (4 night cabin accommodation with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily (3 meals daily during cruise extension)
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Guided sightseeing
7 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 1 walking tour
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Entrances
Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica; Colosseum; Roman Forum; Pompeii Roman ruins; Nafplio boat ride; pottery workshop; Epidaurus; Mycenae; Acropolis; Acropolis Museum
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Have questions about this tour? Give us a call at 800-665-5364
