Cultural Journeys: Greek Isles
June 14–24, 2010
Folk Dancers in the Village of Arolithos, Crete
Oia village on the Island of Santorini, Greece
Athens Greece
A land steeped in mythology and legend, Greece has captured the minds and hearts of artists and writers for centuries. Our odyssey begins in Athens, where the magnificent Acropolis and lively plaka district await discovery, and continues to the idyllic islands of Crete and Santorini. Explore Rethymnon, including the nearby Palace of Knossos, described in myths as the home of King Minos and the Minotaur. Visit Heraklion, the island's capital and center of the Minoan civilization, and lovely Chania. Cruise to Santorini, rumored to be the site of the lost city of Atlantis, and the caldera islet of Thirassia. Traditional music and dance performances provide a lively backdrop to the program.
Tour Itinerary
June 14/15
U.S.A./Athens, Greece; Welcome reception and dinner
June 16
Highlights of Athens sightseeing tour; Heraklion, Crete
June 17
Rethymnon walking tour
June 18
Palace of Knossos
June 19
Chania
June 20
Santorini
June 21
Museum of Prehistoric Thira; Fira
June 22
Thirassia; Ia
June 23
Athens; Farewell reception and dinner
June 24
Athens, Greece/U.S.A.
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