September 30, 2021
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October 13, 2021
Unearth the ancient world’s grandeur on this 14-day small group journey combining premier archaeological sites with the beauty and lore of the Aegean isles. Visit Athens’ key sights, including the Acropolis and its magnificent Parthenon, then explore this monumental city independently. An excursion to Delphi’s spectacular ruins follows. Tour Athens’ renowned National Archaeological Museum. Journeying to the Peloponnesian coast for a 3-night resort stay, see Ancient Corinth’s ruins. Marvel at vast Epidaurus and Mycenae’s ruins and visit beautiful Nafplion. After a boat trip to idyllic Hydra, spend three nights in the fascinating Cretan capital, Heraklion, touring the Palace of Knossos and the acclaimed Archaeological Museum and exploring independently. Take a cruise to Spinalonga then visit an olive oil farm. Ferrying to picturesque Santorini for a 2-night stay, tour a winery, the Akrotiri archaeological site, and postcard-worthy Oia. Enjoy a final afternoon at leisure in Athens and a farewell dinner.
