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 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 2026: March 19, March 25, April 3-8, April 12, 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 destination airport -
Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
- Capitoline Hill
- St. Peter's Square and Basilica
Explore Rome during a food-themed walking tour
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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 • Night ferry
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will:
- See the Ancient Olympic Stadium
- See Syntagma Square, the central square of Athens
- Visit the Acropolis
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
Take a night ferry to Heraklion
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Day 7: Heraklion
Take a tour of Knossos Palace with a local guide
Take a walking tour of Heraklion
Enjoy free time to explore Heraklion town on your own
Enjoy a cheese tasting with lunch
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Day 8: Heraklion • Elounda • Spinalonga
Travel to the coastal town of Elounda
Take a guided boat tour of Spinalonga, a historic fortress island
Explore the beach town of Elounda on your own
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Day 9: Heraklion • Rethymno • Chania
Travel via Rethymno to Chania
Take a walking tour of the old port city of Rethymno
Enjoy free time in Rethymno
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Day 10: Chania • Night ferry
Participate in a cooking class and learn how to make traditional Greek cuisine
Take a night ferry to Athens
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Day 11: Athens • Delphi
Take a day trip to Delphi
Take a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
Visit the Delphi MuseumExplore 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 and dancing. You might even get to experience the famous plate-smashing tradition. Whatever the night brings, you'll enjoy a lively celebration and experience the best of Greece’s theatrical culture.
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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 destination airport -
Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
- Capitoline Hill
- St. Peter's Square and Basilica
Explore Rome during a food-themed walking tour
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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 • Night ferry
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will:
- See the Ancient Olympic Stadium
- See Syntagma Square, the central square of Athens
- Visit the Acropolis
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
Take a night ferry to Heraklion
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Day 7: Heraklion
Take a tour of Knossos Palace with a local guide
Take a walking tour of Heraklion
Enjoy free time to explore Heraklion town on your own
Enjoy a cheese tasting with lunch
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Day 8: Heraklion • Elounda • Spinalonga
Travel to the coastal town of Elounda
Take a guided boat tour of Spinalonga, a historic fortress island
Explore the beach town of Elounda on your own
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Day 9: Heraklion • Rethymno • Chania
Travel via Rethymno to Chania
Take a walking tour of the old port city of Rethymno
Enjoy free time in Rethymno
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Day 10: Chania • Night ferry
Participate in a cooking class and learn how to make traditional Greek cuisine
Take a night ferry to Athens
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Day 11: Athens • Delphi
Take a day trip to Delphi
Take a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
Visit the Delphi MuseumExplore 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 and dancing. You might even get to experience the famous plate-smashing tradition. Whatever the night brings, you'll enjoy a lively celebration and experience the best of Greece’s theatrical culture.
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; internal flight
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms; 2 night cabin accommodations
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily (lunch or dinner on day 3)(lunch on day 10)
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Guided sightseeing
6 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 4 walking tours led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Food-themed walking tour; Pompeii; Acropolis; Acropolis Museum; Knossos Palace; Spinalonga boat activity; cooking class; Delphi site; 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.