Day 1  

Departure from the USA bound for Rome!

Day 2

Rome   We are met by our European Institute Tour Director and accompanied to our centrally located hotel. Time to unwind and explore.

Rome   Our local guide proudly shows us the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museum, and St Peter's- mother church of the Catholic faith.

Later our tour director leads us on a Walking Tour to the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon.

Sorrento Area   We visit the celebrated ruins of Pompeii, under the baleful eye of Mt. Vesuvius, as we drive down the Amalfi coast to charming Sorrento.

Perhaps take a moment to watch the passeggiato over a gelato in Piazza Tasso, or shop for souvenirs in the Old Town?

Steamer   We drive across the spine of Italy to Bari where we board the ferry to Patras in Greece.

Athens   After docking in Patras, we travel to Delphi, home of the legendary oracle of Apollo, under Mt. Parnassus, mythical home of the Gods.

Then we journey on past the lush olive groves to our centrally located hotel in Athens.

Athens   Half day city sightseeing with local guide introduces us to the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the National Archaeological Museum, the Theater of Dionysus and the Greek Parliament.

Later, we stroll in the colorful markets and charming alleys of the Plaka district.

Athens   Free day to explore further, or opt to come on a cruise to the Saronic Gulf islands of Hydra, Aegina and Poros for an unforgettable finale to our trip.

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