Athens, Greece

A Walk Across Greece

Session Dates

March 23, 2025 – March 29, 2025

Pantheon at Sunset
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Housing
Itinerary

Requirements:

  • Minimum age 18
  • Open to API and non API students

Deadline to Purchase: March 1, 2025

Starting Price: $1,999
Visa Required: No

Questions about this program? Send email to [email protected]

About

Journey through the heart of Greece, combining fun in the Mediterranean sun with the thrill of discovery! Enjoy day hikes, walking tours and guided visits to regional museums, historical sites and famous monuments. Trek through ancient ruins, meander in quaint villages, and indulge in delectable Greek cuisine. Walk in the footsteps of legends, traveling from the Homeric epics of the Bronze Age to the 19th century War of Independence, with lectures and group discussions along the way!

What’s Included

  • Airport pick up
  • Hotel double room with daily breakfast
  • Transportation to different cities across Greece
  • Tickets and entrance fees to activities and historical sites

Dates

Session 1: March 23, 2025 – March 29, 2025

Pricing

Starting at $1,999

Purchase Deadline: MAR 01, 2025

Learn About This Location

  • Capital and largest city of Greece
  • See the roots of Greek mythology in the ancient temples and historic ruins
  • Indulge in Greek and Mediterranean cuisine
  • Lively city with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea
  • Home to countless archaeological sites and the famous Acropolis
Study Abroad in Athens, Greece

Hotel

Sample hotel in Athens

Amenities

  • Linens and towels
  • WIFI
  • Daily breakfast
  • Secured entry

Housing

We know that comfort and safety are top priorities when it comes to housing. That’s why API’s Visited and Verified™ brand means that every one of our housing options has been inspected by API personnel and meets our standards for quality, security and convenience.

INCLUDED
Experience a delightful hotel stay in Greece! Program hotels offer basic amenities including but not limited to linens & towels, WIFI, and daily breakfast. You will be able to take advantage of the great location(s), which will provide easy access to hotspots around the city via foot and/or nearby public transportation. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of your neighborhood(s) and make the most of your stay! More details about the name of hotels, address(es) and inclusions will be provided in your pre-departure materials.

A shared room is included in the price, but you may also upgrade to a private room for $525 USD. To inquire about a private room, send an email to [email protected].

Schedule

Arrival & Departure Airport: Athens International Airport

API will pick you up from the airport, provided you arrive by 12pm local time. 

Itinerary

Day

Activity

Location

Overnight Location

Arrival Day

Arrive and check into Athens accommodations

Athens

Athens

Day 1 

Introduction to Greek History from the Bronze Age to the modern Hellenic State (includes visit to the National Archaeological Museum and the Acropolis Museum)

Athens

Athens

Day 2

Classical Period / Traditional Village / Byzantine Period

Hosios Lοuκas, Delphi, Arahova

Delphi

Day 3

Mycenaean Civilization & Greek Athletics / Archaic, Classical & Hellenistic Periods

Mycenae, Nemea

Nafplion

Day 4

Classical & Hellenistic Periods/ Venetian & Ottoman Periods/ War of Independence / 19th Century

Nafplio, Epidaurus

Nafplion

Day 5

Archaic & Classical Periods/ Frankish & Byzantine Periods

Mistra, Sparta

Mistra or Sparta

Day 6

War of Independence / 19th Century

Spetses

Spetses

Day 7

The Greek Revolution and modern Greek State

Hydra

Athens

Day 8

Departure

Athens

N/A

For those taking the credit-bearing option, here is the syllabus

This sample itinerary is provided for informational purposes only and is subject to change. Participants will receive a confirmed itinerary closer to arrival.