Athens & Argolida
This week-long journey is full of ancient history, new experiences, epic views, and delicious food—feta, anyone?
In Athens, a city as beautiful as it is old, visit the famed Acropolis, explore the historic Plaka district, and channel your inner champion at the Olympic Stadium. Continue your blast from the past while journeying through the Peloponnese. Explore ancient Argolida, a waterfront region home to archeological ruins and a hilltop fortresses. From the capital to the coast, this Grecian adventure brings history to life.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
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Day 2: Athens
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
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Day 3: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Panathenaic Olympic Stadium
- Academy of Athens
- Syntagma Square and Parliament
- Prison of Socrates
- Filoppapou Hill
Visit the Acropolis:
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to ancient ruins and prehistoric artifacts
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:Cooking class
No other country blends land and sea in its cooking quite like Greece, and this is your chance to learn a few mouth-watering essentials. From olives to orzo, lemons to lamb, you'll be introduced to techniques and flavors that will surely please. And when your class is complete, you'll get to dive in and enjoy your finished product.
Explore Athens on your own
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Day 4: Athens
Explore Athens on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion: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 5: Athens • Corinth • Argolida
Travel via Corinth to Argolida
See the Corinth Canal
Tour the ruins of Mycenae with an expert local guide. Learn about this ancient Bronze Age city which dates to the 14th Century BCE.
Learn about traditional clay techniques at a Mycenaean pottery experience
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Day 6: Argolida • Athens
Visit the Palamidi Fortress
Enjoy a short boat ride through Nafplio Bay (weather permitting)
Exploration time at the beach
Explore Nafplio on your own
Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch in Nafplio
Travel to Athens
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Day 7: Depart for Home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Greece
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Day 2: Athens
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
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Day 3: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Panathenaic Olympic Stadium
- Academy of Athens
- Syntagma Square and Parliament
- Prison of Socrates
- Filoppapou Hill
Visit the Acropolis:
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to ancient ruins and prehistoric artifacts
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:Cooking class
No other country blends land and sea in its cooking quite like Greece, and this is your chance to learn a few mouth-watering essentials. From olives to orzo, lemons to lamb, you'll be introduced to techniques and flavors that will surely please. And when your class is complete, you'll get to dive in and enjoy your finished product.
Explore Athens on your own
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Day 4: Athens
Explore Athens on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion: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 5: Athens • Corinth • Argolida
Travel via Corinth to Argolida
See the Corinth Canal
Tour the ruins of Mycenae with an expert local guide. Learn about this ancient Bronze Age city which dates to the 14th Century BCE.
Learn about traditional clay techniques at a Mycenaean pottery experience
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Day 6: Argolida • Athens
Visit the Palamidi Fortress
Enjoy a short boat ride through Nafplio Bay (weather permitting)
Exploration time at the beach
Explore Nafplio on your own
Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch in Nafplio
Travel to Athens
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Day 7: Depart for Home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
5 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by licensed local guides; 2 walking tours
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Entrances
Pottery workshop, Nafplio Bay sail, Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Mycenae site, Palamidi Fortress
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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.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.