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Final Olympian Adventure: Last Tour to the Land of the Gods !!
\nSpring 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Fellow retiree and professor emeritus, Peter Prontzos, has been organizing and guiding tours of Greece since 2001. Peter has declared that this will be his final group tour \u2013 a 15-day adventure through the land of the gods. Tour details below.<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information and to sign up, please contact Peter via:
\nEmail: <\/strong>pprontzos@langara.ca<\/strong><\/a>
\nText\/SMS: 604.418.2299<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n

TUESDAY May 5 \u2013 Welcome to Athens<\/strong> <\/span>
\nArrive in Athens<\/strong>, cradle of Western civilization. Settle into your hotel and gather with your group for a warm welcome dinner<\/strong>. Enjoy classic Greek dishes and a toast to the adventure ahead under the glow of the Acropolis. Overnight in Athens<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY May 6 \u2013 The Acropolis and Ancient Athens<\/strong> <\/span>
\nBegin your day with a guided tour of the Parthenon<\/strong>, the crowning jewel of Classical Greece, perched atop the Acropolis hill<\/strong>. Continuing to the Acropolis Museum<\/strong>, a stunning modern space housing sculptures and artifacts from the sacred rock. In the afternoon, stroll through the charming Plaka district<\/strong>, the oldest neighborhood in Athens. Winding streets, neoclassical architecture, and lively tavernas give a feel of village life in the heart of the city.\u00a0Overnight in Athens<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

THURSDAY May 7 \u2013 Athens\u2019 Cultural Treasures and Cape Sounion<\/strong> <\/span>
\nImmerse yourself in antiquity at the National Archaeological Museum<\/strong>, home to Greece\u2019s richest collection of ancient artifacts\u2014Mycenaean gold, Cycladic idols, and Classical masterpieces. Then drive along the scenic coastal road to Cape Sounion<\/strong>, where you\u2019ll enjoy lunch overlooking the Aegean Sea<\/strong>\u00a0and visit the Temple of Poseidon<\/strong>, dramatically perched above the cliffs.\u00a0Overnight in Athens<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

FRIDAY May 8 \u2013 Into Central Greece: Levadia and Delphi<\/strong> <\/span>
\nTravel northwest to Levadia<\/strong>, a riverside town where you\u2019ll stop for lunch<\/strong>. Continuing to Delphi<\/strong>, once believed to be the center of the world. Explore the ruins of the Temple of Apollo<\/strong>, where the Oracle once spoke, and visit the Delphi Archaeological Museum<\/strong>, home to the Charioteer of Delphi and other priceless relics.\u00a0Overnight in Athens<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

SATURDAY May 9 \u2013 Journey to Kalavryta: Memory and Revolution<\/strong> <\/span>
\nHead south through the mountains by bus and train<\/strong>\u00a0to the picturesque town of Kalavryta<\/strong>. Visit the Kalavryta Holocaust Museum<\/strong>, a powerful tribute to the town\u2019s WWII history. Then see the historic Monastery of Ayia Lavra<\/strong>, where the Greek War of Independence began in 1821<\/strong>, symbolized by the raising of the revolutionary flag.\u00a0Overnight in Olympia<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

SUNDAY May 10 \u2013 Olympia and the Peloponnesian Coast<\/strong> <\/span>
\nTravel to Olympia<\/strong>, the ancient birthplace of the Olympic Games. Walk among the ruins of temples, training grounds, and the original stadium. Continue to the coastal town of Pylos<\/strong>, nestled in the bay where a decisive 1827 naval battle secured Greek independence.\u00a0Overnight in Methoni<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

MONDAY May 11 \u2013 Nestor\u2019s Palace and Navarino Bay<\/strong> <\/span>
\nExplore the Palace of Nestor<\/strong>, one of the best-preserved Mycenaean palaces in Greece, along with its excellent museum. In the afternoon, take a peaceful boat ride through Navarino Bay<\/strong>, surrounded by rolling hills and historic fortresses.\u00a0Overnight in Kalamata<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

TUESDAY May 12 \u2013 Caves of Diros and Seaside Escape to Kyparissi<\/strong> <\/span>
\nVenture into the spectacular underground caves of Pirgos Dirou<\/strong>, where you\u2019ll glide through the illuminated chambers by boat. Then travel to the remote and enchanting village of Kyparissi<\/strong>, nestled between mountains and the Aegean Sea. Check into my cousin Sofia\u2019s beautiful hotel<\/strong>, where hospitality and serenity await.\u00a0Overnight in Kyparissi<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0WEDNESDAY May 13 \u2013 Leisure in Kyparissi<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nEnjoy a <\/em>free day<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0in Kyparissi. Relax on pristine beaches, swim in turquoise waters, hike through olive groves and hills, or simply <\/em>sunbathe and savor the peaceful rhythm<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0of this untouched coastal gem.<\/em>\u00a0Overnight in Kyparissi<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

THURSDAY May 14 \u2013 Medieval Marvel: Monemvasia<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nEmbark on a day trip to <\/em>Monemvasia<\/em><\/strong>, a stunning medieval fortress town carved into a rocky island. Wander its cobbled streets, Byzantine churches, and hidden courtyards. Return to Kyparissi.<\/em>\u00a0Overnight in Kyparissi<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

FRIDAY May 15 \u2013 Nafplio: Beauty by the Sea<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nDrive north to <\/em>Nafplio<\/em><\/strong>, <\/em>the most beautiful town in Greece<\/em><\/strong>. Pass through Sparti with short stop for a few minutes at the statue of Leonidas. Stroll its romantic alleys, then climb (or drive) up to the imposing <\/em>Palamidi Castle<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0for sweeping views of the Argolic Gulf.<\/em>\u00a0Overnight in Nafplio<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>SATURDAY May 16 \u2013 Mycenae and Epidaurus: Echoes of Antiquity<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nVisit the legendary <\/em>Mycenae<\/em><\/strong>, home of King Agamemnon, with its Lion Gate, royal tombs, and mysterious Cyclopean walls. Continue to <\/em>Epidaurus<\/em><\/strong>, where you\u2019ll stand in awe inside the <\/em>ancient theater<\/em><\/strong>, famous for its flawless acoustics and classical elegance.<\/em>\u00a0Overnight in Nafplio<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

SUNDAY May 17 \u2013 Ferry to Santorini<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nReturn to Athens and catch your <\/em>ferry to Santorini<\/em><\/strong>, the iconic Cycladic Island known for its white-washed villages and dramatic caldera views. Settle in and prepare for island exploration. <\/em>Overnight in Santorini<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

MONDAY May 18 \u2013 Akrotiri: The Bronze Age Pompeii<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nTour <\/em>Akrotiri<\/em><\/strong>, the remarkably preserved Minoan town buried by volcanic ash in the 17th century BCE\u2014often linked to the legend of Atlantis. Then visit the <\/em>Museum of Prehistoric Thera<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0in <\/em>Fira<\/em><\/strong>, where exquisite frescoes and pottery reveal the island\u2019s ancient life.<\/em>\u00a0Overnight in Santorini<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

TUESDAY May 19 \u2013 Caldera Cruise and Farewell<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nEnjoy a <\/em>boat ride across the caldera<\/em><\/strong>, past volcanic islands and steep cliffs. Wander the enchanting village of <\/em>Oia<\/em><\/strong>, famous for its sunsets and blue-domed churches. Celebrate your journey with a festive <\/em>farewell dinner<\/em><\/strong>, overlooking the sea.<\/em>\u00a0Overnight in Santorini<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

WEDNESDAY May 20 \u2013 Departure Day<\/em><\/strong> <\/span>
\nBid farewell to the group and the Greek adventure as the tour concludes. Departing with memories of temples, turquoise waters, timeless stories, and shared discoveries.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>Based on <\/em>16<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0travelers: <\/em>$6189<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

THE PRICE INCLUDES:<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n