Overview
Take your students on a Greek Odyssey school trip. Tour Athens' several ancient monuments. Dance and dine at a taverna that evening! Visit mystical Delphi and Olympia, home of the first Olympic Games. Tour the royal citadel of Mycenae. Travel the beautiful coastal road to ancient Corinth, then back to Athens for a free day with limitless possibilities! This is an educational student travel program not to miss!
Itinerary
Day 1
Start tour
Day 2
Arrive in Athens
Meet your Tour Director
Your 24-hour Tour Director will meet you at the airport and remain with your group until your final airport departure.
Day 3
Athens guided sightseeing tour
Acropolis site visit, Parthenon, Syntagma Square, Agora, Theatre of Dionysus
Acropolis Museum guided visit
At the Acropolis Museum, students engage with the rich tapestry of ancient Greece's history, art, and culture. Nestled at the foot of the Acropolis, this experience offers a unique opportunity to explore artifacts spanning from the Archaic period to the 7th century AD. Through interactive exhibits and guided discussions, learners will connect historical events to art, fostering critical thinking about the Parthenon and its significance in shaping Western civilization.
LEAP Mousaka & Sousta
Greek Taverna dinner, Greek dance lesson
Day 4
Travel to Patras via Delphi
Delphi guided sightseeing tour
Explore the ruins of Delphi, once considered the center of the world. In the Temple of Apollo, a priestess inhaled vapors to deliver prophecies, inspiring leaders for centuries. Today, visitors may find their own inspiration in sweeping views from Mount Parnassus, rising more than 8,000 feet above.
Day 5
Travel to Nafplio via Olympia
Olympia Ruins and Archeological Museum guided visit
Tour the remains of the Ancient Olympia Complex, including the Palaestra, Pheidia’s Workshop, and the Temple of Zeus, which once contained a 12m statue to Zeus that was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.Visit the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, one of the most important museums in Greece.The museum’s permanent exhibition contains finds from excavations of the sacred precinct of the Altis. This precinct dates from prehistoric times to the early Christian period.
LEAP Faster, Higher, Stronger - Inspire!
The Ancient Olympic Games were a major event for the Greeks, showcasing athletic competitions and values of excellence, respect, and friendship. Debate their impact on legacy, politics, diplomacy, and global controversies.
Day 6
Epidaurus site guided visit
Today we will visit Epidaurus. Epidaurus, one of the most important healing centers in antiquity and today famous for the best-preserved ancient theatre in Greece with its unique acoustics. Visit the theatre of Epidaurus, the most famous and best preserved of allthe ancient theatres in Greece. The acoustics are still a marvel of engineering. This impressive venue, known for its exceptional acoustics, is the best preserved of all the ancient theatres in Greece, and is still used today for performances.
Day 7
Travel to Athens via Mycenae & Corinth
Mycenae & Corinth excursion
Ancient Corinth visit, Mycenae site visit
Day 8
Cape Sounion half-day excursion (optional)
Temple of Poseidon
Day 9
Return home OR Extend your stay
Board your flight home or choose to extend your trip with a three-day trip that includes an Aegean cruise and a visit to the Athens Archaeological Museum. Sail past stunning Mediterranean views and whitewashed villages as you visit Mykonos, Kusadasi, and Rhodes, with optional excursions to Ephesus, Patmos, and Lindos. Conclude your journey with a fascinating exploration of ancient artifacts at Athens' Archaeological Museum.
Already Included
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
Meals (unless otherwise noted on your itinerary)
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
Professional development credits (CEUs) for educators
Guided sightseeing tours & city walks (details in itinerary)
Tips for local guides and drivers
Scenes from Greece
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.