Adriatic Odyssey by Air
Do you like your temples well-preserved like the Pantheon or crumbling like the Parthenon?
Italy and Greece practically own the early history of Western civilization, which becomes vividly clear as you walk through the ruins of the Roman Forum and the Acropolis in Athens. In Vatican City, crane your neck in awe inside St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. In Delphi, look deep into Greece's mythical past.Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2024: March 19, March 25, March 29-April 1, May 5, and June 29. 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 • Florence
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Florence
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Day 3: Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Basilica of Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
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Day 4: Florence • Rome
Travel to Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
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Day 5: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Roman Catacombs
Explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century. Christian burial grounds and priceless relics abound, and the art that lines the walls is world-class. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This excursion is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.
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Day 6: Rome • Athens
Fly to Athens
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Day 7: Athens • Delphi
Travel to the Delphi region
Take a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
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Day 8: Delphi • Athens
Visit Hosios Loukas, a UNESCO listed Greek Monastery
Return to Athens
Take a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
Explore 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, dancing, and smashing plates. This time-honored tradition brings Greece’s theatrical culture to life in all the best ways.
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Day 9: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Syntagma Square
- Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to ancient ruins and prehistoric artifacts
Visit the Acropolis:
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 4 more days
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Day 10: Greek island cruise
Set sail on your cruise ship for a three-day adventure filled with on-board activities and a three-island shore excursion package. Experience how Turkish, Roman, and Greek influences helped shape the unique blend of cultures you’ll encounter as you explore each coastal town.
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Day 11: Santorini island • Mykonos island
Included excursion to Oia Village in Santorini
Included excursion to Mykonos Town
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Day 12: Cesme
Included excursion to Ancient Ephesus
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Day 13: Athens
Visit Stavros Niarchos Park; home to the National Library of Greece
Free time to enjoy the beach or explore the city
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Day 14: Depart for Home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome • Florence
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Florence
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Day 3: Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Basilica of Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
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Day 4: Florence • Rome
Travel to Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
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Day 5: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Roman Catacombs
Explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century. Christian burial grounds and priceless relics abound, and the art that lines the walls is world-class. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This excursion is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.
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Day 6: Rome • Athens
Fly to Athens
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Day 7: Athens • Delphi
Travel to the Delphi region
Take a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
Visit the Delphi Museum -
Day 8: Delphi • Athens
Visit Hosios Loukas, a UNESCO listed Greek Monastery
Return to Athens
Take a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
Explore 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, dancing, and smashing plates. This time-honored tradition brings Greece’s theatrical culture to life in all the best ways.
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Day 9: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Syntagma Square
- Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to ancient ruins and prehistoric artifacts
Visit the Acropolis:
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 4 more days
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Day 10: Greek island cruise
Set sail on your cruise ship for a three-day adventure filled with on-board activities and a three-island shore excursion package. Experience how Turkish, Roman, and Greek influences helped shape the unique blend of cultures you’ll encounter as you explore each coastal town.
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Day 11: Santorini island • Mykonos island
Included excursion to Oia Village in Santorini
Included excursion to Mykonos Town
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Day 12: Cesme
Included excursion to Ancient Ephesus
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Day 13: Athens
Visit Stavros Niarchos Park; home to the National Library of Greece
Free time to enjoy the beach or explore the city
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Day 14: Depart for Home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach (3-day Greek island cruise and 3 cruise excursions with extension)
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (3 cabin accommodations with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily (3 meals daily during cruise extension)
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Guided sightseeing
5 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 1 walking tour
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Entrances
Sistine Chapel; St.Peter’s Basilica; Colosseum; Roman Forum; Hosios Loukas Monasteries; Delphi site; Delphi museum; Acropolis; Acropolis 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.