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Take a trip back in time on one of these 29 Athens archaeology tours in 2023. Explore ruins, excavations, and archaeology digs near hot spots such as Athens on a guided private or small group tour with an exceptional multi-lingual guide aided by historians and archaeologists. These 29 archaeology trips also afford plenty of opportunities to enjoy archaeological site visits, cruises, small ship cruises, village visits, and luxury. Simply tell one of our Athens travel experts about your ideal archaeology trip they will help you start planning a seamless adventure.
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Athens Acropolis
$2,990
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Jewels of the Cyclades

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Dine at traditional Greek Tavernas
  • Enjoy a swim-stop at Poliegos
  • Explore Delos's archaeological site
  • Walk through Syros
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take an 8-day cruise on the Galileo, which leaves and returns to Athens, to see the Aegean Islands, known for their white-washed villages and ports, bright skies, and crystal seas. During your trip, you can visit popular destinations like Santorini and Mykonos, as well as lesser-known islands such …
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Traditional architecture in Greece.
$3,450
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Classical Greece

8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V
  • Explore the beautiful Cyclades
  • Visit the peaceful town of Chora
  • Tour the old quarter of Nafplion
  • Experience archaeological sites
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Harmony V for a week-long round-trip cruise. On this 8-day cruise from and back to Athens, see Greece at its best: the beautiful white-washed Cycladic Islands of Santorini and Mykonos; Crete, the largest and southernmost Greek island; and the Peloponnese, with its historical treasures in …
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Traditional architecture in Greece.
$2,990
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Jewels of the Cyclades

8 Day Itinerary aboard Panorama
  • Dine at traditional Greek Tavernas
  • Enjoy a swim-stop at Poliegos
  • Explore Delos's archaeological site
  • Walk through Syros
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take an 8-day cruise on the Panorama, which leaves and returns to Athens, to see the Aegean Islands, known for their white-washed villages and ports, bright skies, and crystal seas. During your trip, you can visit popular destinations like Santorini and Mykonos, as well as lesser-known islands such …
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See the ancient world come alive in Athens
$4,010
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Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean

Athens to Istanbul - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Discover sites of Greece
  • Visit cultural sites
  • Explore the Mycenae ruins
  • View the iconic windmills
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Istanbul
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 8-day cruise will begin with the exploration of two of Greece’s major sites, from Napflion: theMycenae ruinsand theEpidaurus theatre, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Then head towardsParos. Nestling in the heart of the Cyclades archipelago, this island reputed for its sublime white …
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Admire the temples of the Athenian acropolis
$4,780
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From the city of Gods to the canals of Venice

Athens - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Discover wonders of the Adriatic
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Explore ports in 4 countries
  • Sail in the Bay of Kotor
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Venice
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail to discover the cultural and artistic jewels of theAegean,Adriatic, and Ionian. During this8-day cruise,LeBougainvillewill take you to Greece, Montenegro, Croatia, and Italy. FromAthens, you will follow a memorable crossing of theCorinth Canaland call atItea. NextCorfu, the most …
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Iconic Athens
$5,280
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At the heart of the Greek Islands: Athens Roundtrip

Athens - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Cruise in the Aegean Sea
  • Enjoy UNESCO World Heritages Sites
  • Discover the pearls of the Cyclades
  • See the windmill in Mykonos
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover Delos, a minuscule island in the Cyclades archipelago. According to mythology, Apollo was born here. Next comes Mykonos, its beaches and windmills, with Alefkandra, a district that is typical of the island, with houses built right on the water’s edge. In Rhodes, fall under the charm …
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Colorful local boats in Greece
$3,390
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Classical Greece

8 Day Itinerary aboard Variety Voyager
  • Explore the beautiful Cyclades
  • Discover the palace of King Minoas
  • Tour the old quarter of Nafplion
  • Experience archaeological sites
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Classical Greece shows Greece at its best: the beautiful white-washed Cycladic Islands of Santorini and Mykonos, Crete - the largest and southern-most Greek Island, and the Peloponnese with Monemvassia and Nafplion and their historical treasures. Add to these destinations the less known and quaint …
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The whitewashed cliffs of Santorini
$3,350
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Classical Greece

8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony G
  • Explore the beautiful Cyclades
  • Visit the peaceful town of Chora
  • Tour the old quarter of Nafplion
  • Experience archaeological sites
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Harmony G for a week-long round-trip cruise. On this 8-day cruise from and back to Athens, see Greece at its best: the beautiful white-washed Cycladic Islands of Santorini and Mykonos; Crete, the largest and southernmost Greek island; and the Peloponnese, with its historical treasures in …
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Adventures in Santorini!
$13,080
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Sailing the Greek Isles aboard the Sea Cloud

8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud
  • Experience the Cyclades
  • Discover the ruins of Delos
  • Discover the age-old villages
  • Discover the beauty of Santorini
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
While there are many ways to tour the Greek Isles, exploring aboard an authentic tall ship on a Greece small ship cruise offers an unrivaled experience and guarantees an in-depth encounter with all its wonders. The combination of this peerless ship and the expedition-style voyage sends you off …
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Admire the temples of the Athenian acropolis
$4,570
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The Jewels of the Aegean

Athens - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Visit islands of the Aegean Sea
  • Enjoy beautiful Rhodes and Nafplion
  • Visit colorful Kusadasi, Turkey
  • See ancient sacred sites on Delos
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore highlights of the Greek islands on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Set sail from Athens to Kusadasi, Turkey, a beautiful port town with access to unforgettable archaeological sites. Explore the Cycladic gems of Delos and Mykonos, where you'll find UNESCO World Heritage listed …
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The Acropolis Theater - Athens, Greece
$3,190
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Hidden Greece: Unexplored Greek Islands

Athens to Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Callisto
  • Discover Kalymnos
  • Enjoy views of the Aegean Sea
  • Learn about the island of Patmos
  • Explore the villages of Ikaria
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the M/Y Callisto for this8-dayMediterraneancruise to the legendary Greek Isles.Explore stunning island destinations that offer a taste of true Greek culture. These are places where people take pride in offering hospitality, and where things are done with love and soul. Discover hidden gems …
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Sunset over Athens' port
$7,380
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Aegean Gems

Athens - Athens - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Tour the diverse city of Istanbul
  • Relax in the resort city of Antalya
  • Explore UNESCO city of Rhodes
  • Enjoy Mykonos' famous beaches
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Your 12-day Aegean adventure aboard the Emerald Azzurra starts in Athens and takes you to the Greek island of Ermoupolis and then to the coastal port of Volos before heading to Turkey and taking in Canakkale and the Turkish capital of Istanbul. Heading south, visit Kusadasi, Rhodes, Santorini, and …
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Admire the temples of the Athenian acropolis
$4,190
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From the city of Gods to the canals of Venice

Venice to Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Discover wonders of the Adriatic
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Explore ports in 4 countries
  • Sail in the Bay of Kotor
  • View panoramas of Croatia
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Venice
Activities:
Adventure Options, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail the jewels of the Aegean, Adriatic, and Ionian Seas on this 8-day Mediterranean cruise. Embark in Venice to discover the city of the Doges, with its many canals, and its mythical gondolas before heading to Croatia and the city of Rovinj. Following a port of call in Hvar, continue to sail along …
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Colorful local boats in Greece
$5,930
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean: with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Smithsonian Journeys Cruise
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Sail the Santorini Caldera
  • Explore Mykonos
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on the L'Austral for an 8-day cruise to the southern Aegean's most stunning Greek islands, and take in the archipelago's rich cultural history and cool, turquoise waters. On your journey, stop by Patmos' Byzantine monastery, cruise Santorini's caldera, and savor the …
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Explore the heart of the ancient world
$6,020
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Music in Autumnal Greece

Athens - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Cruise Aegean Sea
  • Discover Cyclades
  • Visit Heritage sites like Delos
  • Explore cities and culture
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day Mediterranean voyage aboard Le Bougainville to experience Greece and its famed islands. Set sail from Athens in the direction of Kusadasi, Turkey. visit Delos, a tiny Cycladic island. Then there is Mykonos, with its beaches and windmills, and Alefkandra, a typical island area …
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Iconic Athens
$5,040
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At the heart of the Greek Islands

Athens - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Cruise in the Aegean Sea
  • Enjoy UNESCO World Heritages Sites
  • Discover the pearls of the Cyclades
  • See the windmills in Mykonos
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover Delos, a minuscule island in the Cyclades archipelago. According to mythology, Apollo was born here. Next comes Mykonos, its beaches and windmills, with Alefkandra, a district that is typical of the island, with houses built right on the water’s edge. In Rhodes, fall under the charm …
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Explore the ancient Acropolis
$4,800
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Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean

Athens to Istanbul - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Discover sites of ancient Greece
  • Visit cultural and historical sites
  • Explore the Mycenae ruins
  • View the windmills of Mykonos
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Istanbul
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board Le Jacques Cartier on this 8-day cruise exploring highlights of the ancient world. Begin with the exploration of Napflion, where you'll find UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as theMycenae ruinsand theEpidaurus theater. Next cruise toward Paros: in the heart of the Cyclades archipelago, …
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Turquoise sea of Hvar island
$5,990
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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Athens to Venice with Smithsonian Journeys

Athens-Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Cruise the Adriatic and Aegean seas
  • Discover Mediterranean countries
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Sail through Croatian islands
Starts / Ends:
Venice / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The Dalmatian Coast, on the eastern side of the Adriatic Sea, is home to some of the most magnificent and welcoming cities and villages in the world. Your experience begins when you depart Athens, pass through the Corinth Canal, and arrive the next day at Itea. Explore as many as six UNESCO World …
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