Highlights:
Travel with me to the land of heroic mythology and home of democracy surrounded by the stunning beaches and gorgeous island landscapes of Greece and her islands. My uniquely customized 10 day/9 night Exploration offers an immersion in the tastes, flavors and creation of Greek food, essential oils, wine, herbs and Ouzo! We’ll visit significant historic sites in Athens, Nafplio, Santorini and Crete and learn of the myths that emerged from this mystical land. We’ll toast the day’s island adventures as we take in spectacular sunsets over the Aegean sea and white-washed buildings. We’ve included intriguing workshops on Greek culture and plenty of leisure time to soak in the sand and sea. My Wonders of Greece Exploration will be a fascinating and fun spring season adventure to the cradle of western civilization.
- Visit the Acropolis and it’s incredible Acropolis Museum with our expert guide
- Expand your appreciation of essential oils with an exclusive visit to a sweeet orange grove and family distillery
- Explore the farms and fields as you savor the flavors and foods unique cultivated in Greece
- Travel on the Aegean Sea to witness the ancient caldera, swim and snorkel at incredibly picturesque beaches, and dip in an ancient hot springs
- Relax as you wander the winding, hilly streets of Santorini past white-washed buildings and past amazing vistas
- Learn about Greek winemaking history at a winery founded in the 1660’s that produces excellent wines we will sample
- Move to the rhythm of traditional Greek music during our dance class!
- Forage for herbs and harvest tonight’s dinner ingredients to be prepard with help of a local family
- Wander through ancient archaeological sites and discover more about the role of myth and legend in Greece through the millenia
- Soak in the sites, the sun, and the surf to make this a incredibly memorable exploration of Greece and her islands!
Comfortable, Luxury Travel for your Wellbeing
Your comfort and safety is always our top concern! You will experience an excellent selection of luxury, Four Star accommodations at the Hotel Amalia in heart of Athens near key historic sites, Hotel El Greco Resort & Spa overlooking the Aegean Sea, and on to a beautiful boutique hotel in Crete. Each property offers you the opportunity to relax, rest well and enjoy top quality service and meals. While exploring Greece together, we’ll enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned mini coach for touring. We always keep your wellbeing as our priority. Not only are most meals included, but we have carefully vetted excellent options in dining experiences for you to explore the flavors of native cuisine during your visit! Temperatures during our travel dates are perfect for exploring each area with day time highs ranging from the low-50’s to mid-70’s, and evenings cool and refreshing on the seaside, dropping another 10 – 15 degrees.
Essential Oil Experience
Wander through the sweet scented orange groves of Nafplio with us as we explore the green trees and budding blossoms leading to bright orange fruit. We’ll learn about the process of creating beautiful orange essential oil – native to Greece – as we receive very special behind-the-scenes access to a second-generation, family-owned essential oil distillery. You’ll be fascinated by this unique opportunity to discover how an essential oil that provides an uplifting aroma, digestive support and is well known for its powerful cleaning properties, is created.