Join us on this incredible tour to experience the classic antiquities of Greece and Crete. Some highlights include touring the Acropolis Museum, a modern venue housing ancient relics from the Acropolis.
We will also visit Olympia, the birthplace of the first Olympic Games, and explore the archaeological site of Delphi and the Temple of Apollo. Also included is a visit to the Minoan Palace of Knossos, with its awe-inspiring Throne Room and beautiful frescoes. Experience the ruins of the great Palace of Knossos, the ceremonial and political center of the ancient Minoan civilization and residence of the mythical King Minos.
In Crete, savor lunch of Cretan dishes, before visiting the village of Margarites, that is famous for its pottery. Walk around this charming village and view the many pottery studios. Pottery is a local tradition that’s been in practice since the Minoan times.
OLLI Travel: Echoes of Antiquity Tour
Travel Dates: April 9-18, 2026
This trip also Includes:
- Round trip flights
- All Intra-flights: Athens-Heraklion & Heraklion-Athens
- Ground transportation
- 8 nights accommodations*
- 3 nights Athens
- 1 night Olympia
- 1 night Delphi
- 3 nights Crete
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Hotel porterage
- All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
- 14 meals: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of English-speaking tour manager
- Services of local guide in Athens
- Entrance fees per itinerary
Special Features
- Visit the Acropolis Museum, a modern museum housing ancient relics from the Acropolis
- Visit Olympia, birthplace of the first Olympic Games
- Explore the archaeological site of Delphi and the Temple of Apollo
- Tour the Minoan Palace of Knossos, with its awe-inspiring Throne Room and beautiful frescoes
Is This Trip Right for You?
Pace: Expect 3-4 hours of walking every touring day, as well as considerable time standing.
Terrain: On this tour, you may need to walk on uneven and challenging terrain, navigate steep steps or slopes and encounter cobblestone streets.
It is each traveler’s responsibility to have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the travel return date.
Price: $4,600 per person double occupancy; $5,150 single occupancy. This pricing includes round trip airfare from Chicago O’Hare to Greece.
Registration for this trip opens Friday, Aug 29 at 10 am.
Instructor
Sarah Grammer is the director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UWM. read more