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2023 Greece ~ Athens & Gytheio

Sept. 29 – Oct. 8, 2023
Tour Operator: AHI Travel (Learn more, and book online.)
Price: From $3,895 (airfare additional)
Tour Length: 10 days
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Greece’s cultural riches, from the glorious remnants of ancient civilizations to a palate-pleasing bounty of wine, olives and seafood, await you on this eight-night journey to Athens and Gytheio! Ascend the Acropolis to admire the Parthenon and sweeping views of Athens. Explore the fortified Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae and discover a one-of-a-kind treasure, mountainside Mystras, an important center of Byzantine culture.

During your stay in charming, seaside Gytheio, enjoy coastal life and get to know the Mani, a region known for its independent spirit, stone tower houses and beautiful beaches, plus journey to Monemvasia, a stunning, medieval walled city on an island. A wine tasting and a fun-filled dinner with music and dancing complement this well-rounded, small-group experience! You’ll also learn about Greek history, from classical to contemporary, during enriching lectures with experts. Includes deluxe and first-class hotels and a generous meal plan with wine at dinner.

Schedule of Events

  • Day 1 : Depart U.S.
  • Day 2 : Athens
  • Day 3 : Athens
  • Day 4 : Mycenae | Winery | Gytheio
  • Day 5 : Gytheio | Areopoli | Limeni
  • Day 6 : Mystras | Sparta
  • Day 7 : Monemvasia
  • Day 8 : Gytheio
  • Day 9 : Corinth Canal | Athens
  • Day 10 : Depart for U.S.

Eligibility

We offer the Tar Heel Travel program as a service to our alumni and friends of the University. As travel is a Carolina Alumni member perk, we require one traveler per room to be a member of the General Alumni Association in order to be eligible to travel. For more information or to join the GAA, contact the membership office at (800) 962-0742 or become a Carolina Alumni member online.

Additional Information

Note: Tour schedule is subject to change due to local conditions. Many excursions in this program involve an element of walking as some of the finest attractions are located in areas not closely accessible by motorcoach.

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All prices and itineraries (including port order) are tentative and subject to change; final pricing adjustments may occur after the release of marketing materials.

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