Greece: Ancient Capitals, Sacred Summits & Aegean Adventures

The cradle of Western civilization, where democracy first flourished and ancestral teachings echo through temple ruins and mountain monasteries. Step into this timeless academy where the spirit of revolutionary innovation still resonates, inspiring students to see their own potential for groundbreaking thinking.

A land of sacred mountains and turquoise waters, your Greek odyssey awaits

In Athens, timeworn ruins cast shadows on bustling cafes, while the magnificent Parthenon stands eternal watch over the city from its perch atop the Acropolis. Journey to the mystical heart of ancient Greece at Delphi, where Apollo’s oracle once guided the fate of nations, then marvel at the gravity-defying Meteora monasteries, suspended between earth and sky on towering rock spires. Near the birthplace of Alexander the Great, Thessaloniki stands at the crossroads of East and West, where centuries as one of history’s greatest trading capitals created a fusion of Roman grandeur, Byzantine treasures, and Ottoman markets that now mix with cutting-edge art scenes and a buzzing university culture. Greece isn’t just a destination; it’s a journey through one of the ancient world’s most profound sources of human innovation.

WITH A HISTORY SPANNING OVER 3,400 YEARS, ATHENS IS ONE OF THE OLDEST CITIES IN THE WORLD

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Arrive in Athens

Athens

Athens, crowned by the iconic Acropolis, offers its visitors a blend of the truly ancient with a modern sensibility that does not forget its past: sleek glass towers reflect ancient ruins, while the city’s metro system reveals archaeological treasures through transparent floors. One of Europe’s oldest cities, this cradle of democracy, Western philosophy, and dramatic arts pioneered higher education through influential thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, whose academies laid the foundation for modern universities. At the foot of the Acropolis, where playwrights first staged the world’s earliest tragedies and comedies, traditional bouzouki music drifts from tavernas, and vibrant street life unfolds beneath classical columns where ancient philosophers shaped the foundations of Western thought.

Activities:

  • The Acropolis and the world-class museum that tells its epic story
  • Syntagma Square, modern Athens’ heart and soul, where local life meets ancient traditions and guards steal the show
  • Panathenaic Stadium, an all-marble masterpiece which hosted both ancient Greek athletes and the first modern Olympic Games in 1896

Delphi

Dramatically perched on Mount Parnassus, Delphi’s Temple of Apollo was the ancient world’s most important destination.  Long before social media influencers shaped public opinion, the Oracle of Delphi – history’s ultimate influencer – served as Apollo’s messenger on Earth.  From her temple chamber, she delivered prophecies that transformed the ancient world, shaping everything from military battles to major political alliances for nearly two thousand years.  Standing in these ancient ruins today, students can trace the footsteps of kings and warriors who once climbed these same slopes.

Activities:

  •  Temple of Apollo, where Alexander the Great got his green light for world conquest
  • Explore the incredible treasures ancient leaders left for Apollo’s Oracle at the Delphi Archaeological Museum

Kalabaka

Soaring over 400 meters into the sky, Meteora’s massive rock pillars rise from the earth like nature’s skyscrapers above the town of Kalabaka, their gateway town. Long before modern rock climbers tackled extreme peaks, medieval monks built monasteries on these towering stone columns using nothing but ropes, nets, and pure determination. For over 1,000 years, these peaks have drawn spiritual seekers, starting with 9th-century hermits who turned local caves into their personal retreats. 

Activities:

  • Visit a Monastery in Meteora and discover what happens when human imagination takes on impossible heights
  • Stretch your legs at the battle site of Thermopylae, where 300 Spartans held off a massive Persian army for three days

Thessaloniki

Hugging the Aegean Sea, Thessaloniki stands as one of Europe’s great cultural crossroads, where empires have collided and cultures have mixed for over 2000 years. From Greeks and Romans to Byzantines and Ottomans, many major empires have left their mark here, creating a place where ancient monuments blend seamlessly with modern urban energy. Thessaloniki is also the perfect launch pad for exploring Alexander the Great’s homeland.  

Activities:

  • The Roman Agora, Thessaloniki’s ancient downtown, complete with Roman baths, underground vaults, and the remains of the city’s original shopping district
  • The White Tower – once an Ottoman fortress and prison, now Thessaloniki’s most famous selfie spot, offering panoramic views and a six-story journey through the city’s multicultural past
  • Guided tours through Alexander the Great’s homeland: discover his birthplace in Pella, explore the underground tombs of Vergina housing his dynasty’s golden treasures and walk through ancient Dion at the base of Mount Olympus, where Alexander made offerings to Zeus before his legendary military campaigns
  • The village of Litochoro, the ‘City of Gods’, where traditional Greek village life meets epic Mount Olympus views

Depart from Athens

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