Girl Scouts: Italy & Greece
This tour departs:
- - The second week of June
- - The third week of July
Discover the magic of the Mediterranean, immersing yourself in ancient culture, amazing art, and rich history.
Uncover Meteroa, a town in the “middle of the sky.” Experience Rome’s magnificent fountains and Athens’ famed Acropolis. Explore the wonders of Delphi. Then, continue on with your group to the Greek Islands on a journey you will never forget.The Santorini and Crete islands are available for departures beginning May 1. Groups departing in March and April will visit Naxos and Santorini instead. For additional details, please contact your Tour Consultant.
The physical rating of this program is: Average: 2 (out of 3)
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport -
Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- Vatican Museums
Enjoy time to explore St. Peter's Basilica on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Roman Catacombs
Explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century, featuring Christian burial grounds, priceless relics, and world-class art. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to a historic Roman basilica. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This excursion is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.
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Day 4: Rome • Florence
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Travel to Florence
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Day 5: 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 6: Florence • Ancona • Night ferry
Board a night ferry to Igoumenitsa
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Day 7: Igoumenitsa • Meteora region
Disembark in Igoumenitsa and travel to the Meteora region
Tour a Meteora monastery with an expert local guide
Visit a Meteora monastery, a town suspended in the "middle of the sky"
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Day 8: Meteora region • Delphi • Athens
Travel via Delphi to Athens
Visit the Delphi MuseumTake a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
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 and dancing. You might even get to experience the famous plate-smashing tradition. Whatever the night brings, you'll enjoy a lively celebration and experience the best of Greece’s theatrical culture.
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Day 9: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will:
- See the Ancient Olympic Stadium
- See Syntagma Square, the central square of Athens
- Visit the Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to ancient ruins and prehistoric artifacts
Take a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
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Day 10: Athens • Santorini
Fly to Santorini
Take a walking tour of the coastal village of Perissa and see the famous black sand beach
Take a walking tour of Pyrgos, a hilltop village situated at one of the highest points in Santorini
Enjoy free time and take in one of Oia's world-famous sunsets
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Day 11: Santorini • Heraklion
Explore Santorini on your own
Take a ferry or hydrofoil to Heraklion, the capital of Crete
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Day 12: Heraklion • Elounda • Spinalonga • Night ferry
Take a tour of Knossos Palace with a local guide
Travel to the coastal town of Elounda
Take a guided boat tour of Spinalonga, a historic fortress island
Enjoy a cheese tasting with lunch
Explore the beach town of Elounda on your own
Take a night ferry to Athens
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport -
Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- Vatican Museums
Enjoy time to explore St. Peter's Basilica on your own
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Roman Catacombs
Explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century, featuring Christian burial grounds, priceless relics, and world-class art. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to a historic Roman basilica. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This excursion is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.
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Day 4: Rome • Florence
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Travel to Florence
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Day 5: 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 6: Florence • Ancona • Night ferry
Board a night ferry to Igoumenitsa
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Day 7: Igoumenitsa • Meteora region
Disembark in Igoumenitsa and travel to the Meteora region
Tour a Meteora monastery with an expert local guide
Visit a Meteora monastery, a town suspended in the "middle of the sky"
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Day 8: Meteora region • Delphi • Athens
Travel via Delphi to Athens
Visit the Delphi MuseumTake a guided tour of Delphi
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Temple of Apollo
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
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 and dancing. You might even get to experience the famous plate-smashing tradition. Whatever the night brings, you'll enjoy a lively celebration and experience the best of Greece’s theatrical culture.
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Day 9: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will:
- See the Ancient Olympic Stadium
- See Syntagma Square, the central square of Athens
- Visit the Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to ancient ruins and prehistoric artifacts
Take a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
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Day 10: Athens • Santorini
Fly to Santorini
Take a walking tour of the coastal village of Perissa and see the famous black sand beach
Take a walking tour of Pyrgos, a hilltop village situated at one of the highest points in Santorini
Enjoy free time and take in one of Oia's world-famous sunsets
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Day 11: Santorini • Heraklion
Explore Santorini on your own
Take a ferry or hydrofoil to Heraklion, the capital of Crete
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Day 12: Heraklion • Elounda • Spinalonga • Night ferry
Take a tour of Knossos Palace with a local guide
Travel to the coastal town of Elounda
Take a guided boat tour of Spinalonga, a historic fortress island
Enjoy a cheese tasting with lunch
Explore the beach town of Elounda on your own
Take a night ferry to Athens
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; 2 night ferries
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Hotels
9 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms; 2 night cabin accommodations
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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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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Guided Sightseeing
8 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides; 3 walking tours
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Entrances
Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica; Colosseum; Roman Forum; Meteora Monastery; Delphi site; Delphi Museum; Acropolis; Acropolis Museum; Knossos Palace; Spinalonga boat ride
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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.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant.