Athens: Summer Escape
From $1489 without flightsPayments as low as $30
Why go?
Go all in on history, sun, and feta on this immersive warm-weather getaway to Athens, where ancient and modern blend like nowhere else on Earth. In other words, Athens in summer just hits different.
Picture yourself
Channeling ancient gods and goddesses at the Acropolis
Diving off a boat into the clear-blue Aegean Sea
Savoring the fresh, local ingredients of Greek cuisine
Kicking back on a beach in the Athenian Riviera
People watching at a traditional taverna
What you'll get
Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
5 nights in handpicked, city-center accommodations
5 breakfasts
3 dinners
Expert Tour Director
24/7 support
Greek cooking class
Insider tour of Athens with local guide
Itinerary
- Day 1: Overnight flight
Board your overnight flight to Athens, the cradle of Western Civilization and one of the oldest cities in the world. NBD.
- Day 2: Arrive in Athens
Welcome to Athens! 2,500 years ago, it was kind of a happening place, and still is today—with fewer people in togas walking around.
Today's highlights:
- Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
- Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
- Get acquainted with Athens on a brief walk around the city with your Tour Director.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with your group.
- Day 3: Tour Athens + Greek cooking class
Today, you’ll get to know the real Athens with a real local guide. Then, top it off with an authentic cooking class and dinner with local chefs.
Today's highlights:
- Step back in time at the historic Acropolis of Athens with your local guide.
- See the Propylaea, the Theatre of Dionysus, and a bunch of other structures you’ll need your guide’s help to pronounce.
- Take in incredible panoramic views of Athens from the citadel’s hilltop vantage point.
- Prep three classic dishes, then devour your creations at an included cooking class and dinner.
- Day 4: Free day in Athens + Athenian Riviera
Now that you’ve had a taste of the tzatziki that Athens has to offer, head out and explore it on your own. And if the mood strikes, take to the coast with your group for some fun in the sun—transportation included.
Free time suggestions
Ancient Agora of Athens: Visit the ruins that were once the central gathering place for ancient Greeks and do your best Socrates impression.
National Archaeology Museum: It’s considered one of the greatest museums in the world, housing everything from Greek sculptures to Egyptian Antiquities.
- Day 5: Free day in Athens or optional Epidaurus day cruise
You have a choice to make, folks—and heads up, it ain’t gonna be easy. Continue getting your fill of Athens (it’s pretty big if you hadn’t noticed) or hop on a boat for a day trip to Epidaurus.
Free time suggestions
Kolonaki: Combine two favorite traveler pastimes—shopping and people watching—in this chic, trendy neighborhood in central Athens.
Mount Lycabettus: Hike (or don’t—there’s a cable car) to the highest point in Athens for spectacular views of the city in every direction.
Greek Island day cruise (extra cost)
Venture from the mainland of Greece via boat and enjoy a day on the water with stops to explore the Saronic islands.
- Day 6: Free day in Athens + Farewell Dinner
At this point you’re practically an Athens local. Venture out into the city and cross off any remaining bucket list items before one last included dinner with your crew.
Free time suggestions
Plaka: If you take your neighborhoods like you take your ancient ruins (historic), Plaka is for you. Feel the energy as you stroll the narrow streets in search of the perfect taverna.
Panathenaic Stadium: Combine your love of architecture and sports at the site of the first modern Olympic games. And yes, this is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.
- Day 7: Fly home
Antio, filoi!
Translation: Goodbye, friends. Your next destination awaits—home. But this isn’t goodbye. It’s “See you later.” The only question is, where?
