Italy & Greece
Surrounded by some of humankind’s greatest treasures, every breath is a history lesson.
You’ll walk through the Parthenon and the Colosseum as Titus did, and wonder how these architectural icons could have been any more breathtaking in his time. Shimmering marble and cracking stone—in both countries—serve as marked reminders of the peaks of both as ancient world-conquering powers.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Arrive in Rome
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
Enjoy a pizza dinner
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Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
Take a guided tour of Rome
Visit the Colosseum
Visit the Roman Forum
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Day 4: Rome
Free time in Rome
Add this in-depth excursion:
Florence by train
Of the many unifying wonders found throughout the European Union, the high-speed rail network may be the most impressive. As you watch the dynamic Tuscan landscape change before your eyes, you’ll be just moments away from discovering the birthplace of the Italian language, the Renaissance movement and opera—Florence awaits you. Spend the day exploring the colossal Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral.
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Day 5: Sorrento
Travel to Sorrento
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Day 6: Pompeii
Travel to Pompeii
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Travel to Brindisi
Enjoy dinner
Board a night ferry to Patras
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Day 7: Patras + Delphi
Arrive in Patras
Travel to Delphi
Enjoy dinner
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Day 8: Delphi + Athens
Take a guided tour of Delphi
- Temple of Apollo
Visit the Delphi Museum
Travel to Athens
Enjoy a Greek dinner
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Day 9: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
- Olympic Stadium
Visit the Acropolis
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
Take a walking tour of Athens
- Plaka district
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
Add this in-depth excursion:
Cape Sounion with dinner
According to legend, Cape Sounion is the spot where Aegeus, king of Athens, leapt to his death off the cliff, thus giving his name to the Aegean Sea. Visit the ancient Temple of Poseidon, where 15 of the original columns are still standing. Look for the column where Lord Byron carved his name! End your excursion with an included dinner of Greek specialties.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add more days
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Day 10: Greek Island Cruise
Cruise the Greek islands:
- Visit the island of Mykonos
During your cruise, you may add shore excursion packages for two or three islands
Add this in-depth excursion:
Shore Excursion Package 1: Vathi and Knossos Palace
Your optional shore excursion package includes visits to Vathi and Knossos Palace in Crete.
In Samos, visit the Wine Museum and see the archaeological site of Heraion, a large sanctuary to the goddess Hera. After a trip to Samos' bustling town square, enjoy the white sand beaches of Pythagorio village, namesake of the ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, Pythagoras.
While in Crete, visit Knossos Palace, one of the Bronze Age’s most impressive archaeological sites in the world. Also known as the Labyrinth, the palace appears as a maze of workrooms, living spaces, and store rooms close to a central square. Sir Arthur Evan’s archaeological excavations and restorations from 1900 suggest that this was the site of the ancient Minoan Kingdom.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Shore Excursion Package 2: Vathi, Knossos Palace and Oia Village
Your optional shore excursion package includes visits to Samos, Knossos Palace in Crete and Oia in Santorini.
In Samos, visit the Wine Museum and see the archaeological site of Heraion, a large sanctuary to the goddess Hera. After a trip to Samos' bustling town square, enjoy the white sand beaches of Pythagorio village, namesake of the ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, Pythagoras.
While in Crete, visit Knossos Palace, one of the Bronze Age’s most impressive archaeological sites in the world. Also known as the Labyrinth, the palace appears as a maze of workrooms, living spaces, and store rooms close to a central square. Sir Arthur Evan’s archaeological excavations and restorations from 1900 suggest that this was the site of the ancient Minoan Kingdom.
In Santorini, take a scenic excursion to the village of Oia and explore its unique architecture, quaint shops and charming port of Ammoudi. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views.
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Day 11: Greek Island Cruise
Cruise the Greek islands:
- Visit the island of Samos
- Visit the island of Patmos
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Day 12: Greek Island Cruise
Cruise the Greek islands:
- Visit the island of Crete
- Visit the island of Santorini
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Day 13: Return to Athens and depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Arrive in Rome
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
Enjoy a pizza dinner
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Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
Take a guided tour of Rome
Visit the Colosseum
Visit the Roman Forum
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Day 4: Rome
Free time in Rome
Add this in-depth excursion:
Florence by train
Of the many unifying wonders found throughout the European Union, the high-speed rail network may be the most impressive. As you watch the dynamic Tuscan landscape change before your eyes, you’ll be just moments away from discovering the birthplace of the Italian language, the Renaissance movement and opera—Florence awaits you. Spend the day exploring the colossal Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral.
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Day 5: Sorrento
Travel to Sorrento
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Day 6: Pompeii
Travel to Pompeii
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Travel to Brindisi
Enjoy dinner
Board a night ferry to Patras
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Day 7: Patras + Delphi
Arrive in Patras
Travel to Delphi
Enjoy dinner
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Day 8: Delphi + Athens
Take a guided tour of Delphi
- Temple of Apollo
Visit the Delphi Museum
Travel to Athens
Enjoy a Greek dinner
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Day 9: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
- Olympic Stadium
Visit the Acropolis
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
Take a walking tour of Athens
- Plaka district
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
Add this in-depth excursion:
Cape Sounion with dinner
According to legend, Cape Sounion is the spot where Aegeus, king of Athens, leapt to his death off the cliff, thus giving his name to the Aegean Sea. Visit the ancient Temple of Poseidon, where 15 of the original columns are still standing. Look for the column where Lord Byron carved his name! End your excursion with an included dinner of Greek specialties.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add more days
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Day 10: Greek Island Cruise
Cruise the Greek islands:
- Visit the island of Mykonos
During your cruise, you may add shore excursion packages for two or three islands
Add this in-depth excursion:
Shore Excursion Package 1: Vathi and Knossos Palace
Your optional shore excursion package includes visits to Vathi and Knossos Palace in Crete.
In Samos, visit the Wine Museum and see the archaeological site of Heraion, a large sanctuary to the goddess Hera. After a trip to Samos' bustling town square, enjoy the white sand beaches of Pythagorio village, namesake of the ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, Pythagoras.
While in Crete, visit Knossos Palace, one of the Bronze Age’s most impressive archaeological sites in the world. Also known as the Labyrinth, the palace appears as a maze of workrooms, living spaces, and store rooms close to a central square. Sir Arthur Evan’s archaeological excavations and restorations from 1900 suggest that this was the site of the ancient Minoan Kingdom.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Shore Excursion Package 2: Vathi, Knossos Palace and Oia Village
Your optional shore excursion package includes visits to Samos, Knossos Palace in Crete and Oia in Santorini.
In Samos, visit the Wine Museum and see the archaeological site of Heraion, a large sanctuary to the goddess Hera. After a trip to Samos' bustling town square, enjoy the white sand beaches of Pythagorio village, namesake of the ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, Pythagoras.
While in Crete, visit Knossos Palace, one of the Bronze Age’s most impressive archaeological sites in the world. Also known as the Labyrinth, the palace appears as a maze of workrooms, living spaces, and store rooms close to a central square. Sir Arthur Evan’s archaeological excavations and restorations from 1900 suggest that this was the site of the ancient Minoan Kingdom.
In Santorini, take a scenic excursion to the village of Oia and explore its unique architecture, quaint shops and charming port of Ammoudi. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views.
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Day 11: Greek Island Cruise
Cruise the Greek islands:
- Visit the island of Samos
- Visit the island of Patmos
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Day 12: Greek Island Cruise
Cruise the Greek islands:
- Visit the island of Crete
- Visit the island of Santorini
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Day 13: Return to Athens and depart for home
Confidence • Curiosity • Global perspective • Empathy • Adaptability • Relatability • Self-Awareness
What's Included
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Transportation
Various modes of transport are tailored to your program. While some transfers are included, others may come at additional cost.
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Accommodations
Safe, comfortable lodging will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Select meals
Enjoy a combination of included meals and the freedom to explore local cuisine on your own.
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End-to-end support
Your dedicated EF team helps secure administrative approval and academic credit, provides enrollment tools, and helps establish your program’s ongoing presence on campus.
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EF Global Learning Toolkit
We offer various tools to help educators facilitate student growth abroad and on campus, including academically enriched travel programs, industry engagement opportunities, global learning resources, and a Global Competencies Assessment tool.
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Guided exploration
Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from licensed local guides: natural historians who provide cultural insights to enhance learning moments throughout the program.
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Field Visits
Experience academics in action during engaging visits with relevant organizations, thought leaders, and partners.
