Greece: Athens & Kalamata
May 2027
Trip Price: $3,795 per person; No Single Supplement
Join our eight-night adventure in Athens and the Peloponnese, a land shaped by Greece’s famous myths and city-states. Imagine ancient urban life as you amble through ruins of great cities. Visit the Bronze Age kingdom of Mycenae and less explored Messene. Soak up the ambience of Mystras, a stunning Byzantine city, and tour ancient Olympia, birthplace of the modern Olympics. Learn how olives and their rich, green oil seep into every aspect of Greek life. Experience the timeless traditions of winemaking (and tasting!) and folk dancing. In the evenings, stroll along sidewalks adorned with magenta bougainvillea blossoms, savor an alfresco meal and capture memories of a lifetime.
Trip Highlights:
- Stand atop the Acropolis and take in breathtaking views of Athens while exploring the Parthenon and treasures of the Acropolis Museum.
- Walk among the ruins of Mycenae, the powerful Bronze Age kingdom and legendary home of King Agamemnon.
- Discover the medieval city of Mystras, a stunning Byzantine site nestled on a mountainside overlooking the Laconian plain. Step into history at Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, and explore its temples and athletic grounds.
- Savor the flavors of Greece with tastings of olives, wine, and regional cuisine during immersive culinary experiences in Kalamata.
- Explore the remarkably preserved city of Messene, one of Greece’s most complete archaeological sites, untouched by later settlements.