Rome, Athens & the Greek Isles
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 the Colosseum and 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 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
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
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Vatican City
Step inside the smallest country in the world on an expert-led tour. This independent city-state is ruled by the pope. Here you'll visit St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world, which is built over catacombs and the suspected grave of St. Peter himself. Then marvel at Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. And, be on the lookout for the Swiss Guard, protectors of the Vatican City who look like they've time traveled from the Renaissance with their colorful uniforms.
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Day 4: Rome • Pompeii
Take an excursion to Pompeii
Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide
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Day 5: Rome • Athens
Fly to Athens
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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
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 7: Athens • Delphi
Take a day trip to Delphi
Visit the Delphi MuseumTake a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
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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
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Day 9: Santorini island
Included excursion to Oia Village in Santorini
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Day 10: Rhodes island
Explore Rhodes on your own
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Day 11: Turkey
Included excursion to Ancient Ephesus
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Day 12: 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
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Vatican City
Step inside the smallest country in the world on an expert-led tour. This independent city-state is ruled by the pope. Here you'll visit St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world, which is built over catacombs and the suspected grave of St. Peter himself. Then marvel at Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. And, be on the lookout for the Swiss Guard, protectors of the Vatican City who look like they've time traveled from the Renaissance with their colorful uniforms.
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Day 4: Rome • Pompeii
Take an excursion to Pompeii
Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide
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Day 5: Rome • Athens
Fly to Athens
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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
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 7: Athens • Delphi
Take a day trip to Delphi
Visit the Delphi MuseumTake a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
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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
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Day 9: Santorini island
Included excursion to Oia Village in Santorini
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Day 10: Rhodes island
Explore Rhodes on your own
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Day 11: Turkey
Included excursion to Ancient Ephesus
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms; 4 nights cabin accommodations
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Hotels
6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms; 4 nights cabin accommodations
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily; 3 meals daily during cruise
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Guided sightseeing
3 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 1 walking tour
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Entrances
Colosseum; Roman Forum; Pompeii; Acropolis; Acropolis Museum; Delphi 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.
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.