PIRAEUS, GREECE
Arrive: 0800 Tuesday, 6 October
Onboard: 1800 Saturday, 10 October
Brief Overview: With more ancient sites than any other
country in Europe, Greece is an archaeological treasure.
Philosophers and theologians have long been drawn here
to explore the roots of modern thought. In addition to the
abundant historic and cultural treasures in Athens, you will
find many fascinating sites and stunning natural beauty
away from town as well.
Worth the Drive: Delphi’s oracle and the soaring, mountaintop monastic retreats of Meteora make an excellent trip.
The deep,
narrow abyss
of the Corinth
Canal is an
awesome feat
of engineering
and Ancient
Corinth has a
fascinating
history as well -two of the
books in the
Bible’s New Testament were written to the church in Corinth
(I & II Corinthians). The Argolis-Olympia trip explores the site
of the original Olympic Games and Mycenae, best known for
its prominence in mythology.
Out of Town: Macedonia offers a wealth of historic and
natural sites such as Pella the former capital of ancient
Macedonia, the monumental palace and royal tombs in
Aigai, and the beautiful Edessaios Falls. For stunning
natural beauty, visit the area around Ioannina with Lake Pamvotida, the Perama Caves and the best hiking spot in
Greece -- Vikos Gorge.
Highlights:
Art and Architecture:
Nature & Outdoors:
Day 1: PIR 100-101 Athens & Acropolis
Day 1: PIR 110-101 Athens, New Acropolis museum with
lunch & free time in Plaka
Day 2: PIR 302-201 Ionnina & Vikos Gorge
Day 2: PIR 301-201 Macedonia: Mount Olympus &
Thessaloniki
Cultural highlights:
Active & Fun:
Day 2: PIR Delphi & Meteora
Day 2: PIR 203-201 Mystras & Monemvasia
Day 3: PIR 202-301 Argolis & Olympia
Day 1: PIR 114-102 iQuest Athens
Day 5: PIR 112-501 Greek Olympic Games
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Day 1: Tuesday, 6 October
COURSE #
IMPORTANT: If you are registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day.
Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course:
FACULTY
DAY 1 - Tuesday, 6 October
ECON 2020 101
Professor Gayle Allard
Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics
SEMS 2500 501
Professor John Boyer
Geography of Wine (Section 1)
ANTH 1010 501
Professor Eve Danziger
Introduction to Anthropology (Section 1)
PLIR 3310 101
Professor Donna Lefebvre
ENSP 2559 103
Professor Antonia Losano
ARTH 1559 502
Professor Ariana Maki
Ethics and Human Rights in World Politics
Growing Up Global: Children’s Literature from Around
the World
Introduction to World Art (Section 2)
EVSC 1300 101
Professor Ed Sobey
Earth’s Weather and Climate
PIR 100-101
ATHENS & ACROPOLIS
HALF-DAY
Athens is renowned as
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
one of the greatest
Adult
$40
$38
cities of the ancient
Child
$28
$19
world and the
TIME
birthplace of western
civilization. After a
Date
Time
scenic drive through the
Depart October 6
0900
picturesque marinas of
Return October 6
1230
Zea and Microlimano in
HIGHLIGHTS
the Piraeus area, you
will head to the center
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Acropolis Archaeological site
of Athens. Along the
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Old Marble stadium
way, you will see some
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
of the most important
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 80
sites of Athens such as
Constitution Square,
the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, the Temple of Zeus and the Old Marble Stadium.
The Acropolis, one of the most photographed and recognizable hills in the world, dates from the 5th century B.C., when Athens
set the tone for civilization in Europe. On the sacred rock of the Acropolis the monuments date from the prehistoric period to
the end of antiquity. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you will walk up the uneven footpath leading to the summit.
Sights include the Propylaea, the Temple of Apteros Niki, the Erectheum and the architectural triumph of the Parthenon.
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PIR 114-102
IQUEST ATHENS
HALF-DAY
Athens Quest is a unique
way to discover some of
the most exciting and
historical sites of the city.
Participants are divided
into teams of 10 and
equipped with iPads® and
a custom app for an
experience that has them
exploring the area,
completing challenges
and playing games as they
compete to outscore the
other teams.
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$89
$45
$93
$47
Date
Time
October 6
0830
Return October 6
HIGHLIGHTS
1300
Depart
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Old district of Athens
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Plaka
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Acropolis area.
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 30
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 200
All the teams will start the activity from Athens city center accompanied by an
English Speaking Escort throughout the whole event. The app contains
directions and multiple challenges. These challenges are clever and may involve photographs, videos and/or puzzles. Some
may even involve items that the teams must retrieve in order to complete the challenge. The top three teams that manage to
answer the most questions, solve the riddles and complete most tasks will be presented with Gold, Silver and Bronze medals.
PIR 110-101
ATHENS, NEW AROPOLIS MUSEUM WITH LUNCH& FREE TIME IN PLAKA
Become acquainted with the highlights of Athens stopping first at the
Olympic Stadium, a nineteenth-century reconstruction on Roman
foundations, in which the modern revival of the Olympic Games took
place back in 1896. After you pass by some of the most important sites of
Athens including Cons titution Squa re and the Monument of
the Unknown Soldier, you will arrive at Acropolis Hill with its
spectacular view of the Parthenon and the glorious monuments on the
Acropolis. Next, you will visit the New Acropolis Museum, an
archaeological museum focused on findings from the Acropolis of Athens.
The museum was built to house every artifact covering a large period of
time, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman times and Byzantine Greece.
Nearly 4,000 objects are exhibited over an area of 14,000 square
FULL-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$59
$30
Depart
$62
$31
Date
Time
October 6
0900
Return October 6
1500
HIGHLIGHTS
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New Acropolis Museum
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Plaka old district of Athens
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Traditional Greek lunch
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 15
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 120
meters. After the visit of the museum,
enjoy a traditional Greek meal at a local
restaurant in Plaka. You will have free time
to explore the picturesque streets of Plaka,
the old preserved district of Athens with
numerous craft shops, restaurants and
cafes.
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Day 2: Wednesday, 7 October
COURSE #
IMPORTANT: If you are registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day.
Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course:
FACULTY
DAY 2 - Wednesday, 7 October
SEMS 2500 502
Professor John Boyer
Geography of Wine (Section 2)
CPLT 2559 102
Professor Dan Brayton
Literature of Travel
EVSC
Professor Alan Goldin
Conservation of Natural Resources
PIR 201-201
DELPHI & METORA
Delphi, home of the Oracle of
Apollo, is located on the slopes
of Mount Parnassos and at a
height of 700 meters it was
once believed to be the center
of
the
earth.
Meteora,
meaning “suspended in the
air” is second only to Mount
Athos as being the largest and
most
important
Eastern
Orthodox
monastery
complexes.
Upon arrival in Delphi, you will visit the Sanctuary of Apollo following the paved
Sacred Way to reach the Doric temple of Apollo. The Adyton, a small restricted
area inside the Temple, is considered to be place where the High Priestess Pythia
sat on a tripod and delivered the oracles. The Theatre and the Stadium
used for the main events of the Pythian Festival are on terraces above
the Temple. To the right of the entrance to the Sanctuary is the
Kastalian Fountain, where Pythia washed before speaking her
prophecies. Next, you will visit the Museum, containing a rare and
exquisite collection of archaic sculpture including the world famous
Charioteer. After a nice lunch, continue your drive to Kalambaka for
dinner and overnight.
2DAYS/1NIGHT
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$209
$105
Depart
$219
$110
Date
Time
October 7
0800
Return October 8
1830
HIGHLIGHTS

Delphi Archaeological site and
Museum
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Meteora Monasteries
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 22
The next morning, you will head to the spectacular rocks of Meteora
where giant rocks in bizarre shapes, ranging in height from 100 to 150
meters have monasteries precariously perched on top.
Once a
monastic community of 24 monasteries, this UNESCO World Heritage
site, now consists of just five active orders. The monasteries were first
built in the 14th century by monks who searched for a place where they
could be isolated and pray undisturbed by the rest of the world. Until 1920 most of the monasteries could only be reached by
getting into a net and being hauled up by a rope. Fortunately, steps were then hewn into the rocks in order to reach all of the
Day 1: (L,D)
Day 2: (B,L)
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Visit Delphi archeeological site and museum
Lunch at local restuarant
Drive to Kalambaka
Hotel check-in dinner and overnight in Kalambaka
Depart for Meteora
Visit of 2 Monasteries
Return to Kalambaka
Lunch at local restaurant
Drive back to Piraeus
monasteries. You will visit two of the most beautiful and earliest monasteries with a long history and spectacular views due to
the great height. In both monasteries, you can admire superb icons and marvel at unique mosaics and frescoes, old
manuscripts, and exceptional domed roofs. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Kalambaka before returning to
Piraeus.
Please Note: conservative attire is required to visit the monasteries. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
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PIR 203-201
MYSTRAS & MONEMVASIA
Mystras, the wonder of Morea, is a
Middle Age city plastered against
the slopes of a mountain outside
Sparta. So much of the city has
remained unharmed by time that
wandering along the cobblestone
streets, between churches and
noblemen’s houses, you have the
feeling that you re-living a part of
Byzantine Hellenism.
Monemvasia, often referred to as
the “Gibraltar of Greece”, is a
unique, fortified medieval town
built on a reddish-brown rock and
surrounded by the blue sea.
2DAYS/1NIGHT
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$237
$118
$249
$124
Date
Time
October 7
0800
Return October 8
HIGHLIGHTS
1900
Depart
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Medieval City of Mystras

Statue of Leonidas
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Fortified town of Monemvasia
MINIMUM REGISTRATION:20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 45
On your way to Mystras, there will be a brief stop to see the statue of
Leonidas near Sparta. After lunch in Mystras, you will begin your
exploration of this fascinating medieval city. Going up the hill, you enter the
gate of Mystras castle built by the Franks in 1249. Admire the Cathedral of Agios Dimitrios with the two-headed
eagle, symbol of the Palaiologos dynasty, carved into a plaque on the church floor. Towards the northern corner of
the enclosure stand Mystra’s two most impressive churches, Agii Theodori and the Panagia Odigitria with fabulous
wall paintings. On the slope to the east is the impressive Pantanassa monastery, built in the 15th century and
today serves as a convent. In the late afternoon drive to Sparta for dinner and overnights.
The next morning, enjoy a two hour drive to Monemvasia and then begin your exploration by entering the one and
only gate of the city. The old stone built mansions, the picturesque lanes and the numerous Byzantine churches
create an environment of superb beauty. Monemvasia is
split in two, the lower town and the upper town. Walking on
the main alley and admiring the wonderful architecture of
the houses on your left and right, you will end up at the
square of Elkomenos. The square is dominated by the
church of Elkomenos on the left, a mosque converted into
a museum on the right, and an old Turkish cannon in the
middle. Continuing your walk in the upper town you will
admire the octagonal church of Agia Sofia, built by the
Emperor Andronicus in the 12th century AD; it is one of the
most beautiful spots to worship in Greece, offering unique
views of the walled city and the sea. Once you have visited
the medieval city enjoy a 3 course lunch at an area
restaurant before returning to Piraeus port. .
Please Note : Comfortable walking shoes required.
Day1: (L,D)
Day2: (B,L)
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Arrive Sparta– visit statue of Leonidas
Lunch at local restaurant
Visit Mystras
Drive to Sparti
Check in at the hotel, dinner, overnight
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Breakfast at the hotel
Drive to Monemvasia
Guided walking tour of the fortified city of Monemvasia
Lunch at local restaurant
Drive to Piraeus port
PIR 302-201
IOANNINA & VIKOS GORGE
3DAYS/2NIGHTS
Ioannina, the capital of Epirus situated
on Lake Pamvotida, is a multi-cultural
area dominated by Christian, Islamic and
Jewish influences. It is also an area
surrounded by natural beauty including
the 900 meter deep Vikos Gorge, one of
the most popular hiking spots in Greece.
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$409
$205
From Piraeus, you will pass by the
Corinth Canal with a view from the bridge
of this six-kilometer long canal. Your next
stop will be near the town of Arta for
lunch. You will arrive at Ioannina town in
the early afternoon for hotel check in.
Next, you will enjoy a walk along the
beautiful lakeside setting visiting the
castle of Ioannina and the Island of Ali
Pasa. Dinner will be at the hotel with the
rest of the evening at leisure.
$429
$215
Date
Time
October 7
0800
Return October 9
HIGHLIGHTS
2000
Depart
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Ioannina lake, the castle and the islet
of the lake

Perama caves and Vikos gorge

Archaeological museum of Ioannina
and Dodoni ancient theatre

Moderate-strenuous program
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 45
The next morning, depart for a scenic drive to the Zagoria villages an area of natural
beauty and striking geology with two national parks. Monodhendri is a remarkable
village with stone mansions and churches built in Byzantine style. Begin your 4 ½ hour
hike through the Vikos gorge from Áyios Athanásios church in Monodhéndhri. After
reaching Vikos village you will enjoy a nice lunch and some well-deserved rest. You will then drive for 45 minutes to the
Perama Caves, considered the most beautiful caves in Europe. The caves extend five kilometers below the ground and
contain remarkable arrangements of stalagmites and stalactites. After visiting the caves, enjoy a short drive back to Ioannina
for some free time before dinner at the hotel.
After breakfast and check out from the hotel, you will visit the Ioannina Archaeological Museum. The museum contains many
artifacts unearthed in the surrounding area such as Palaeolithic tools, the ruins of Dodoni, headstones, and a collection of
coins. Exhibits cover a wide time span from the first appearance of humans in Epirus during the Lower Paleolithic, 250,000
years ago, to late antiquity in Roman times (3rd century AD). Great emphasis is laid on the artifacts from the Sanctuary of
Dodoni, considered to be the oldest Greek oracle and one of the greatest sanctuaries of the Greek world.
Continuing your drive you will then visit Ancient Dodoni, one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. Its oracle
was according to ancient philosopher Aristotle, the birthplace of Greek civilization. The theatre of Dodoni, built by Epirus King
Pirros during the 3rd century BC, is one of the best preserved ancient Greek theaters with a capacity of 18,000 spectators.
Next, you will begin your return drive to Piraeus with a lunch stop at a local restaurant outside Arta.
Day 1: (L,D)
Day 2: (B,L,D)
Day 3: (B,L)
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Lunch stop near Arta town
Arrive Ioannina (check in at the hotel)
Visit the lake of Ioannina and the
castle
Dinner at the hotel-overnight
Evening at leisure
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Drive to Monodendri village
Hike at Vikos gorge
Lunch at local restaurant
Visit the cave of Perama
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Evening at leisure
Visit Ioannina Archaeological museum
Drive to Dodoni theater
Visit Dodoni Theater
Drive to Arta
Lunch at local restaurant near Arta
Drive back to Piraeuas and the ship
PIR 301-301
MACEDONIA: MOUNT OLYMPUS & THESSALONIKI
The historic area of Macedonia
(note: you will NOT enter the
actual country of Macedonia) in
the southern Balkans was
divided among Greece, Serbia,
Albania and Bulgaria by the
Treaty of Bucharest at the end
of the Ottoman Empire, with
Greece obtaining the largest
portion. You will visit the area
around Thessaloniki, the
second largest city in Greece,
and also hike on Mount
Olympus. Begin with a 5 hour
drive to Litohoron village at the footsteps of Mt Olympus. After lunch at local
restaurant, you will hike about 2 hours in Enipeas gorge on Mt Olympus. Upon
returning to Litohoron village, board your coach for a 75 minute drive to
Thessaloniki where you will check in at the hotel. Evening at leisure with dinner
provided at the hotel.
3DAYS/2NIGHTS
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$475
$238
$499
$249
Date
Time
October 7
0800
Return October 9
HIGHLIGHTS
2000
Depart
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

Mt Olympus and hike at Enipeas gorge
Pella Archaeological site & museum
Edessa waterfalls.
Thessaloniki highlights with
Archaeological museum
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Aigai 1st capital of Macedonia
MINIMUM REGISTRATION:20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 45
The next morning, depart for a scenic drive to Pella, former capital of Macedonia that was
moved from Vergina to Pella in the 5th Century BC and was in effect the capital of Greece.
You will see the exceptional mosaics discovered in the remains of houses and public
buildings. The museum is one of Greece's best on-site archaeology museums with a
display of pottery, jewelry and mosaics found at the site, leading many to believe that the
Macedonians enjoyed a high level of wealth. After visiting Pella, enjoy a one hour drive to
the city of Edessa where the rushing waters of the river Edessaios falls from a height of
70m. Lunch will be served at a local area restaurant. After lunch you will drive back to
Thessaloniki for some free time before dinner at the hotel.
After breakfast and check out from the hotel, you will head to the Thessaloniki
Archaeological Museum which houses interesting findings from the Archaic, Classical and
Roman periods, with the most important exhibit of all being “The Gold of Ancient
Macedonia”. Continue the drive by the city’s major highlights before arriving at Aigai, the
ancient first capital of the Kingdom of Macedonia discovered in the 19th century near
Vergina in northern Greece. The most important remains are the monumental palace,
lavishly decorated with mosaics and painted stuccoes, and the burial ground with more
than 300 tumuli, some dating from the 11th century B.C. One of the royal tombs is
identified as that of Philip II, who conquered all the Greek cities, paving the way for his
son Alexander and the expansion of the Hellenistic world. Depart Vergina towards Athens, stopping at Platamonas where
lunch will be served at the village of Ayios Panteleimonas.
Day 1: (L,D)
Day 2: (B, L,,D)
Day 3: (B,L,)
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Arrive at Litohoron
lunch at local restaurant
Hike at Enipeas gorge at Mt Olympus
Drive to Thessaloniki
Check-in at hotel –dinner – overnight
Evening at leisure
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Visit Pella Archaeological site &
Musem
Drive to Edessa and visit waterfalls
Lunch at local restaurant
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Evening at leisure
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Visit archaeological museum of
Thessaloniki
Visit Vergina site and the treasures of
King Phillip the 2nd father of Alexander
The Great
Drive to Platamonas castle
Lunch at local restaurant at Agios
Panteleimonas village – subject
opening hours and time allowance we
can visit Platamonas castle.
Drive to Piraeus
Please Note: the order of the sites may vary depending on museum opening and closing times.
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PIR 111-201
MARATHON, TOMB OF THE ATHENIANS & KOKKOTOS ESTATE
Visit the famous Tomb of
the Athenians that covered
192 dead following the
victory against the Persians
in 490 BC. Located in the
archaeological site of
Marathon, it is an incredibly
beautiful spot and is also a
point along the classic
Marathon route that ends
at the Panathenaic marble stadium.
FULL-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$52
$26
Depart
$54
$27
Date
Time
October 7
0930
Return October 7
HIGHLIGHTS

Marathon Tomb

Kokkotos Estate
1300
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 80
Next, you will have a private visit to the George and Anna Kokotou family
vineyard that produces excellent quality grapes using the principles of organic agriculture. The estate includes an
organic olive grove consisting of approximately 400 olive trees of the Koroneiki and Manaki varieties. The semimountainous terrain along with the organic methods of cultivation and manual harvesting, combine to produce
extra virgin olive oil of the highest quality. In addition, the cold extraction of the olive oil at a local olive press
ensures very low acidity with minimal time from harvest to extraction. You will have the opportunity to taste the
olive oil before returning to Piraeus.
PIR 106-201
CAPE SOUNION GROUP A
The Ancient Greeks
certainly knew how to
choose a site for a
temple and Cape
Sounion is no exception.
The gleaming, white
marble Temple of
Poseidon stands on a
craggy spur that plunges
down some 60m to the
sea below with breathtaking views. This spot
was much favored by
Lord Byron who
HALF-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$36
$18
Depart
$37
$19
Date
Time
October 7
1400
Return October 7
1800
HIGHLIGHTS

Poseidon Temple
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Scenic drive along the coastal road
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 60
mentions Sounion’s marbled steep in Don Juan.
Along the way, you will enjoy splendid views of the sparkling Saronic Gulf on the scenic coastal road that passes
through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs and beaches such as, Glyfada, Kavori, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza and
Lagonissi. Upon arrival in Cape Sunion you will visit Poseidon’s Temple built in 444 BC. Today, just 15 of the
original 34 Doric columns from the Temple of Poseidon are still standing. The temple was built here during the
Golden Age of Pericles’ Athens, over the relics of an older sacred building.
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PIR 130-201
IMPACT: EMFASIS – Social Justice In Action
The EMFASIS organization has been actively engaged
in social street work in Athens for more than two years.
Participants will have the opportunity to go alongside
locally trained volunteers and learn how they operate
to engage and introduce people on the street to
available resources and services:
FULL-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$40
$37
Child
TIME
$40
$37
Date
Time
October 6
1000
Return October 6
HIGHLIGHTS
1700
Depart
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Introduction to EMFASIS foundation and team leaders
Division of Semester at Sea into delegation teams
Rotation of teams for different missions
Recapture of all activities and observations
Prepare and serve lunch at a local partner organization
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Local NGO introduction
Street teams
Lunch preparation & service
MINIMUM REGISTRATION:15
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 20
Day 3: Thursday, 8 October
PIR 202-301
ARGOLIS & OLYMPIA
The Argolis Peninsula, separating the Saronic and Argolic Gulfs, contains
some of the most important Greek archaeological sites including the
Citadel of Mycenae. Ancient Olympia is the site of the first Olympiad held
in 776 B.C. in honor of Zeus. Its setting, in the middle of a fertile valley
flanked by the Alphios and Kladhios rivers, could not be more idyllic.
2DAYS/1NIGHT
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$265
$133
Depart
Before visiting Mycenae, you will first stop by Corinth Canal and the
ancient Corinth archaeological site. Back in ancient times, Corinth was
one of the richest cities as evident by its remains, including the huge
Agora (Market Place) and Apollo’s Temple (6th BC century). After visiting
Corinth, you will proceed to Mycenae, the mighty citadel of Agamemnon.
A German archaeologist Heinrich Scliemann discovered Mycenae in
1874, driven by his belief in a factual basis to Homer’s epic the
Iliad. As you pass by the famous Lion’s Gate, entering the
citadel of Mycenae, the stairway leads you to the Palace. Inside
the cyclopean walls is the Grave circle, the Royal cemetery
believed to have contained the body of Agamemnon. Outside
the walls, four hundred meters from the citadel site, you will
see the startling beehive tomb of Agamemnon, known as the
“Treasury of Atreus”. Next, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant in
Mycenae before heading to Olympia for dinner and overnight.
The next morning after breakfast visit Ancient Olympia. The site
was a sanctuary before the Stadium was built and the games
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$278
$139
Date
Time
October 8
0800
Return October 9
1830
HIGHLIGHTS
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Corinth & Mycenae archaeological sites
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Archaeological site and Museum of
Ancient Olympia
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 22
took place in the sacred area called Altis. One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Zeus
containing the gold-and-ivory statue of Zeus was located here. Unfortunately, only the ruins of the Temple exist
today. The Temple of Hera, the Prytaneion, and the Philippeion were also monuments standing in the sacred grove.
The famous Stadium, the largest of its day with a capacity of 45,000 spectators, is entered through a long, tunnellike passage, constructed in Roman times. Next, you will visit the archaeological museum which contains the great
finds of the area including: the Head of Hera; the superb statue of Hermes of Praxiteles; the helmet of Miltiades an
Athenian general during Athens' 'Gold Age'; and ornaments from the Temple of Zeus,. Enjoy a 3 course lunch before
your return to Piraeus port.
Please Note: wear comfortable walking shoes.
Day 1: (L,D)
Day 2:(B,L )
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Visit of Corinth archaeological
site
Visit Mycenae site
Lunch at local restaurant in
Mycenae
Drive to Ancient Olympia
Arrive Olympia check-in at the
hotel, dinner and overnight
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Visit Olympia site and Museum
Lunch at local restaurant in
Ancient Olympia
Drive to Piraeus port
MYCENAE & EPIDAURUS
The greatest concentration of ancient
sites in Greece is found on the Argolis
peninsula. Along the way to Mycenae,
you will pass by the Corinth Canal. The
view from the bridge of this sixkilometer-long canal offers a
memorable sight.
FULL-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$85
$42
$89
$44
Date
Time
October 8
0830
Return October 8
HIGHLIGHTS
1700
Depart
You then proceed to the ancient site of

Mycenae ruins
Mycenae. The first in-depth excavations  Ancient theater of Epidaurus
were carried out by the German
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 200
archaeologist Schlieman in 1876 who
was obsessed with finding the grave of
King Agamemnon. His diligent work exposed the
famous Lions Gate, the entrance to the city which contains the shaft burial graves of
some ancient nobles. A short distance away is the Beehive Tomb, named because of its
unusual shape. Next, enjoy lunch at a local area restaurant before proceeding to
Epidaurus known for its stunning ancient theatre. One of the most important
sanctuaries in the ancient world, Epidaurus was dedicated to the God of Medicine,
Asklepios. The world famous Theatre of Epidaurus, built in the 4th century BC, is a
marvel of harmony and acoustics and the best preserved ancient theatre in Greece.
Built in limestone, it seats 12,000 spectators attending the performances of Ancient
Greek dramas operating during the summer.
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ARTISTIC HYDRA
FULL-DAY
The charm of Hydra town
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
certainly lies in its rich
Adult
$162
$155
history and beautiful
Child
$81
$77
TIME
waterfront unspoiled by
motorized vehicles. After you
Date
Time
reach Hydra by hydrofoil,
Depart October 8
0730
your adventure begins as
Return October 8
1900
HIGHLIGHTS
you mount a donkey to

Hydra town
explore the island. As your

Donkey ride
sure-footed steed carries

Lunch on your own
you along the narrow
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 15
winding streets, pause to look at the architecture of the ship owners’
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 35
homes that line your path. Upon reaching a high vantage point at the
church of St. Constantine, you will marvel at the breathtaking views of the entire harbor area. Inside the church, an
interesting collection of frescoes awaits. Upon your return to the port area, visit the Church of the Dormitian
containing splendid icons, chandeliers and other offerings from the wealthy seafarers of the island. It is rumored
that one of the chandeliers was stolen from Louis XIV and given to the church. During your free time at Hydra
harbor, you can stop in at one of the many waterfront cafes and restaurants to enjoy a juice, snack or a Greek
souvlaki. Don’t forget to walk through the narrow picturesque streets of Hydra with numerous unique shops before
a late afternoon hydrofoil back to Piraeus.
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Day 4: Friday, 9 October
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CAPE SOUNION GROUP B
The Ancient Greeks certainly
knew how to choose a site
for a temple and Cape
Sounion is no exception.
The gleaming, white marble
Temple of Poseidon stands
on a craggy spur that
plunges down some 60m to
the sea below with breathtaking views. This spot was
much favored by Lord Byron
who mentions Sounion’s marbled steep in Don Juan.
FULL-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$36
$18
$37
$19
Date
Time
October 9
1400
Return October 9
HIGHLIGHTS
1800
Depart
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Poseidon Temple
Scenic drive along the coastal road
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 60
Along the way, you will enjoy splendid views of the sparkling Saronic Gulf
on the scenic coastal road that passes through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs and beaches such as,
Glyfada, Kavori, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza and Lagonissi. Upon arrival in Cape Sunion you will visit Poseidon’s Temple
built in 444 BC. Today, just 15 of the original 34 Doric columns from the Temple of Poseidon are still standing.
The temple was built here during the Golden Age of Pericles’ Athens, over the relics of an older sacred building.
Day 5: Saturday, 10 October
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ANCIENT CORINTH & CANAL CROSSING
FULL-DAY
Back in ancient times, STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Corinth was one of the Adult
$62
$59
richest cities as evident by Child
$31
$30
TIME
its remains, including the
huge
Agora
(Market
Date
Time
Place)
and
Apollo’s Depart October 10
0830
Temple (6th BC century). Return October 10
1330
The
systematic HIGHLIGHTS
excavations of the area,  Corinth archaeological site
initiated by the American  Canal crossing
School
of
Classical MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 15
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 80
Studies in 1896, continue
today and have brought to light the agora, temples, fountains, shops,
porticoes, baths and various other monuments. The excavations also extended to the fortress on Acrocorinthos, the
prehistoric settlements, the Theatre, the Odeon, the Asklepeion, the cemeteries, the Quarter of the Potters, and
other buildings outside the main archaeological site. Next, you will navigate the famous Corinth Canal by boat. The
Canal is 4 miles long, 70 feet wide and has sloping sides reaching 170 feet. Its construction commenced in 1881,
although the idea of connecting the Ionian and Aegean seas dates back to at least Roman times.
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GREEK OLYMPIC GAMES
Here is your opportunity to
participate in a fun version
of the Olympic Games
inside Panathenaic
Stadium. This stadium is a
cultural monument of
Greece and also one of the
most significant Olympic
monuments. Its rich
history is directly
connected to the Modern
Olympic Games from their
revival in 1896 until the Athens Olympic Games in 2004. It is the place
from where the Olympic flame is lit and begins its journey to the host city
for the winter, summer and Youth Olympic Games.
FULL-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
Child
TIME
$85
$42
Depart
$89
$44
Date
Time
October 10
0830
Return October 10
1200
HIGHLIGHTS

Marble Olympic Stadium

Performance of 4 or 5 Games at
stadium
MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 30
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 200
Upon arrival, the group is divided into teams each with a different name and the facilitators then explain the rules
and regulations of the activities as well as the evaluation system. During each activity the facilitators evaluate the
performance and the results are converted into points. The top three teams will be presented with medals.
Activities include: Three Leg Race; Tug of War; Funny Ski; Vortex Javelin; Egg and Spoon Relay.
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IMPACT: INVISIBLE TOURS
Through the Volunteer4Greece organization, Semester
at Sea has connected with Diogenes, an NGO
committed to providing support to the most vulnerable
members of our society. They do this through two
primary activities: 1) Shedia street paper is a unique
publication with specific job opportunities for people
experiencing poverty, homelessness and long-term unemployment; and 2)
“Invisible Tours” is a city tour program in the center of Athens which
contains some of the most important social institutions (soup kitchens,
homeless shelters, rehabilitation programs etc). Tour guides are street
paper’s official vendors which were –or still are – homeless. Through the
tour, the guides share information about the provided services by the
institutions but also, they narrate stories about their personal experience
of living in the streets which serves to break down barriers of stigma and
promote humanity, solidarity and compassion.
FULL-DAY
STANDARD PRICE
Early Booking
Adult
$45
$42
Child
TIME
$45
$42
Date
Time
October 10
1000
Return October 10
HIGHLIGHTS
1400
Depart
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Local NGO introduction

Athens not in the guide books

Free time for lunch on your own

MINIMUM REGISTRATION:15
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 20
The basic goal of the tours is to energize the person-guide. To create chances to support himself and to make one
more step to the social re-integration. It is also of the same importance to listen to personal stories and gain
mutual understanding. Understanding is the beginning of change.
*Half of the 6 € tour participation fee (roundtrip transportation from the ship makes up the majority of program
cost) is direct income for the guide. The rest 50% is for the street paper’s operating expenses, training, media
communication and taxes. If there is any unused balance, it will be used for the needs of the campaign “Kick Out
Poverty” and the Greek National Homeless Football Team.
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