Greece

Why Greece

From the Acropolis to island coastlines, Greece pairs world‑class history and scenery with warm hospitality—great for schools, nonprofits, companies, and families.

Top Highlights by Theme

• Acropolis & Plaka: classical history with sweeping Athens views and walkable old‑town lanes.
• Mars Hill (Acts 17): site for a short teaching moment overlooking the Agora and Acropolis.
• Ancient Corinth & Cenchreae: context for Paul’s letters with nearby seaside stops and local cuisine.
• Thessaloniki & Philippi (Lydia’s Baptistry): northern route with vibrant waterfronts and early Christian history.
• Aegean cruise extensions: add Patmos (St. John’s Grotto) and Ephesus day visits with shipboard simplicity.

Sub-Regions & Routes

Athens & Attica

• Acropolis, Areopagus (Mars Hill), and the Agora; evenings in Plaka/Monastiraki.
• Day trips to Cape Sounion or Delphi (longer day) if schedules allow.
• Walkable core with museums and cafes for flexible pacing.

Corinth & Peloponnese

• Ancient Corinth and the canal area; seaside villages for meals.
• Short teaching windows on site; manageable coach days from Athens.

Thessaloniki & Philippi

• Waterfront Thessaloniki with Roman/Byzantine layers; northward to Philippi and Lydia’s Baptistry.
• Longer coach segments balanced with scenic stops and local bakeries.

Trip Length & Pacing

7 Days

• Arrive Athens; neighborhood walk and welcome dinner.
• Athens core: Acropolis, Mars Hill, Agora; museum option.
• Ancient Corinth & canal area; seaside lunch.
• Free morning in Athens; optional Sounion sunset.
• Thessaloniki flight/coach; city orientation.
• Philippi & Lydia’s Baptistry day; return to Thessaloniki.
• Depart from Thessaloniki or Athens.

9 Days

• Adds full Athens + museum time and a relaxed food/culture evening.
• Option to consolidate northbound logistics for gentler coach segments.
• Alternative: keep trip in Attica/Peloponnese and add Delphi or Nafplio day.

12 Days

• Deeper time in the north plus an Aegean cruise extension (Patmos/Ephesus) or Turkey land extension.
• Flex day for reflection, teaching, or light island time near Athens.

Best Time to Go

Spring and fall offer the best mix of weather and crowds; summers are hot and busier in Athens/islands; winters are cooler with reduced cruise schedules. Cruise and ferry timetables shape island add‑ons—plan date‑driven extensions early.

Group Logistics

• Airports: ATH for most trips; SKG (Thessaloniki) when routing north.
• Coach segments: Athens ↔ Corinth ~1.5 hrs; Athens ↔ Thessaloniki ~5 hrs by road (or quick flight).
• Lodging: 3–4★ in walkable cores when possible; predictable coach standards.
• Meals: hotel breakfasts/dinners; local tavernas for lunches; dietary needs handled with notice.
• Walking level: moderate; old stones/steps at sites—pacing adjusted for mixed mobility.

Extensions & Combos

• Aegean Cruise: Patmos (St. John’s Grotto) and Ephesus day stops with shipboard logistics.
• Turkey: Ephesus and Seven Cities combinations. See: Turkey.
• Italy or Israel as separate future trips tied to broader heritage or Holy Land themes. See: Italy, Israel.

Next Step

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Safety & Stewardship Notes

FAQs

• What’s walking level like? Moderate, with steps and stone surfaces at classical sites; pacing and coach access points help mixed‑mobility groups.
• When should we go? Spring/fall for comfortable temps and smoother crowds; confirm cruise/ferry dates before locking extensions.
• Can we include islands without a cruise? Yes—day ferries near Athens are possible, with simpler logistics than multi‑island hops.
• How do we split north and south? Fly ATH→SKG for time savings, or keep to Attica/Peloponnese for fewer hotel changes.

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