While our summer trips to Europe and locations far away are a definite highlight, we can’t discount the incredible wealth of art and experiences right here in the US. New York is home to some of the best museums in the world and only a short 3 hour flight away. Spring break is the perfect amount of time for a trip to the big city: Join us for 5 days of art and culture that you’ll never forget!
Our Itinerary:
To learn more about the tour, visit the EF tour website right HERE.
My name is Pablo and I will be your Tour Directors for your upcoming tour of Italy and Greece on the 23rd of June.
I am 33 years old and I have been working in the tourism industry for the past 14 years. I am half Greek and half Spanish but I live in Greece . I look forward to meet you and make sure that you will have an unforgettable experience. I will be at the airport of Rome, waiting for you right outside the doors of the luggage claim area on your arrival day but you will meet inside that area one of our local meeters and greeters that they have access inside . So, I have attached a couple of photos of mine so you can recognize me…I am currently in Athens. I just finished a 25 day tour of all Europe and I will be leaving from here for an other tour on Saturday…
If you can't leave home without it, there's likely a travel-size version that will take up less space in your luggage. These accessories range from mini curling irons and hair dryers to electric toothbrushes. Whether you pack these accessories is up to you. Consider taking a vacation from appliances by leaving them at home though. You might be pleasently surprised by how little you need. But there are a few must haves: Power converters and back up batteries for our phones are a no-brainer. Read on below for links and suggestions:
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As you can see, your EF tour includes visits to the places you’ve learned about in school. That’s a given. But it’s so much more than that. Immersing yourself in new cultures— surrounded by the people, the language, the food, the way of life—creates inspirational moments that can’t be listed in an itinerary. They can only be experienced.
And the experience begins long before you get your passport stamped and meet your Tour Director in your arrival city. It begins the moment you decide to go. Whether it’s connecting with other travelers on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, or delving deeper into your destinations with our online learning platform, weShare, the excitement will hit you long before you pack your suitcase.
When your group arrives abroad, everything is taken care of so you can relax and enjoy the experience. Your full-time Tour Director is with your group around the clock, handling local transportation, hotels and meals while also providing their own insight into the local history and culture. Expert local guides will lead your group on sightseeing tours, providing detailed views of history, art, architecture or anything you may have a question about.
When your journey is over and you’re unpacking your suitcase at home, you’ll realize the benefits of your life-changing experience do not end. They have just begun.
What you’ll experience on your tour
Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
Day 2: Rome
– Meet your Tour Director at the airport in
Rome, a city that integrates its past into the present better than any other. During your stay, explore the world’s most famous arena, the Colosseum, where you can almost hear the stamping feet of the crowds gathered for gladiatorial combat. Nearby, the Roman Forum marks the former heart of the Roman Empire. Julius Caesar gave many of his great political speeches there. On your visit to the Vatican City, marvel at Michelangelo’s breathtaking ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and look out for the colorful uniforms of the Swiss Guard, protectors of the Vatican City. Before you say “arrivederci,” toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure a return trip to the Eternal City.
Day 3: Rome
– Take an expertly guided tour of Vatican City – Visit the Sistine Chapel
– Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
– Time to see more of Rome or visit the Catacombs
Day 4: Rome
– Take an expertly guided tour of Rome
– Visit the Colosseum
– Visit the Roman Forum
– Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome: TreviFountain; Pantheon; Spanish Steps
Day 5: Capri | Sorrento region
– Travel to Capri
– Take an expertly guided tour of Capri
– Take a boat cruise
– Continue on to Sorrento and experience the unparalleled beauty of Italy’s favorite resort town. Overlooking the Bay of Naples, Sorrento enjoys a mild climate throughout the seasons. Located in the Campania region, Sorrento’s idyllic setting marks the starting point of the famed Amalfi Drive. This picturesque stretch of road provides stunning cliff-side views of the Tyrrhenian Sea as it winds 43 miles to Salerno. Sorrento offers a variety of diversions: you can venture to the fragrant lemon groves, splash around in the bay’s bright blue waters or just unwind at a café with a cup of cappuccino or a scoop of gelato.
Day 6: Pompeii | Brindisi | Night ferry
– Travel to Pompeii
– Take an expertly guided tour of Pompeii
– Visit the Pompeii Roman Ruins
– Travel by night ferry to Patras
Day 7: Patras | Delphi
– Arrive in Patras – Travel to Delphi
Day 8: Delphi | Athens
– Take an expertly guided tour of Delphi: Temple of Apollo
– Visit the Delphi Museum
– Continue on to Athens and discover the ancient city named for Athena, goddess of war and wisdom. During your stay you’ll visit the Acropolis to view the Parthenon, perhaps the world’s greatest architectural feat. See the Temple of Athena Nike, which once housed a gold statue of the goddess, her wings clipped to prevent her from deserting the city. Snap a picture of the Presidential Guard in traditional costume, then pass the stadium that hosted the first modern Olympics in 1896. You’ll also have the chance to see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, built in 515 B.C. to honor the most powerful of all Greek gods.
– Enjoy a free evening or Attend a Greek Evening
Day 9: Athens
– Take an expertly guided tour of Athens: Olympic Stadium
– Visit the Acropolis: Parthenon; Temple of Athena Nike
– Visit the Acropolis Museum
– Take a walking tour of Athens: Plaka District
Days 10-12: Greek island cruise
– Cruise the Greek islands: Mykonos; Samos; Patmos; Crete; Santorini
– Time to explore on your own or Shore excursion packages: Knossos Palace; Oia Village
Day 13: Depart for home
With the increase in bag fees, carry on travel has become popular. In our case, our tour is so incredibly busy that managing a full sized bag is not a good idea. But we are travelling during the summer, so lighter clothes are a must. That alone is a wonderful starting point. But don't dispair! There is no end to the helpful resources avaiable to us! Just look below!
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Travelling will take you to busy places, some of them more notorious for crime than others. Regardless of the area, as a traveller you are a prime target. There are several things you can do to protect yourself against device theft or to help in the aftermath: