Greece: Athens & Peloponnese & the Greek Islands

ATHENS &
the PELOPONNESE


Program Description: 

Viewers will get familiar with the old port of Napflion and explore the
Pelopponese Peninsula before plunging into frenetic, sprawling Athens. 
They'll look at the ruins of Olympia, the best preserved ancient theater
at Epidauros and the ancient capital of Mycenae.  Then, seeing beyond
the crowded streets of Athens, we return to the city's incredible historic
core.  Our journey to ancient Greece means climbing to the majestic
Acropolis, visiting the National Archeological Museum and exploring
a centuries-old market.  Also,we sample retsina wine, eat scrumptious
Greek specialties, learn a Greek dance in the Plaka and sleep in the
old town.

TIPS
on car travel, taxis, and discount travel agencies.



GREEK
ISLANDS
Program Description:

The Greek Islands' sunny climate, great beaches and relaxed culture attracts
travelers from all corners.  Island hopping on the Aegean ferries,
we visit touristy, exotic Santorini (starting with an island bus tour), ride a motorbike around Samos,
and hang out on the barely-known island of Lipsi where we sample the local
cuisine.  We stroll on an
out-of-the-way black sand beach.  Other quiet moments include
visiting peaceful Spiliani Monastery, the ancient ruins of Akroteri
and the Temple of Hera..  With tips from the tourist office, we find
offbeat and fun ways to island hop and our own picturesque places to
stay.

TIPS on
transportation (ships, mopeds), phone cards, local tours, and staying in a
private home (domatio).