Middle School: Explore Greece
From the enduring presence of the Acropolis to the piercing blue waters of the Aegean Sea, this Greek adventure will leave middle-schoolers wide-eyed with wonder.
Visit the Parthenon and roleplay through the ancient days of democracy in Athens. Discover the laid-back atmosphere and local flavors during your stay on the traveler-friendly island of Naxos. Taste some fresh feta cheese, try out some new dance moves, and immerse yourself in the Grecian way of life.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Greece
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Day 2: Athens
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Syntagma Square
- Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis:
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
Participate in a role-playing workshop about democracy in Athens during the classical period
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Day 4: Athens • Naxos Island
Travel via ferry from Athens to the beautiful shores of Naxos Island
Explore Naxos on a walking tour
Stop for a photo at the iconic Gate of Apollo, a marble remnant of the unfinished temple dedicated to one of Greek mythology’s most important gods
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Day 5: Naxos Island
Go on a guided sightseeing hike through the mountainous Apeiranthos Village
Enjoy a tasting of locally made cheeses
Prepare and then enjoy an authentic Greek meal in a hands-on cooking class
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Day 6: Naxos Island
Take a full-day boating excursion to the Koufonisia island area, exploring both land and sea
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Day 7: Naxos Island • Athens
Travel via ferry from Naxos Island to Athens
Take a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
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Day 8: Athens
Visit the Olympic Museum to learn the history and impact of the Olympic games
Take a Greek dance lesson
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Greece
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Day 2: Athens
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Athens
Take a guided tour of Athens
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Syntagma Square
- Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis:
- Parthenon
- Temple of Athena Nike
Participate in a role-playing workshop about democracy in Athens during the classical period
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Day 4: Athens • Naxos Island
Travel via ferry from Athens to the beautiful shores of Naxos Island
Explore Naxos on a walking tour
Stop for a photo at the iconic Gate of Apollo, a marble remnant of the unfinished temple dedicated to one of Greek mythology’s most important gods
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Day 5: Naxos Island
Go on a guided sightseeing hike through the mountainous Apeiranthos Village
Enjoy a tasting of locally made cheeses
Prepare and then enjoy an authentic Greek meal in a hands-on cooking class
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Day 6: Naxos Island
Take a full-day boating excursion to the Koufonisia island area, exploring both land and sea
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Day 7: Naxos Island • Athens
Travel via ferry from Naxos Island to Athens
Take a walking tour of Athens
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Plaka district
- Athenian Trilogy
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Day 8: Athens
Visit the Olympic Museum to learn the history and impact of the Olympic games
Take a Greek dance lesson
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; ferry
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Daily breakfast and dinner and 1 lunch featuring regional cuisine
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Guided sightseeing
4 expert-led sightseeing tours in iconic destinations
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Entrances
Acropolis; democracy workshop; cheese tasting; cooking class; Koufonisia island area boating excursion; Olympic Museum; Greek dance lesson
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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.
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. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.