An educational focused trip to the heart of the founder of the Olympic Movement and the origins of western civilization
The Origin of democracy. See the world and discover your story at the place where Socrates and Plato first reasoned human behavior and politics. Home of the first modern Olympic Games of 1896 and 2004.
See the world and discover your story at the place where Socrates and Plato first reasoned human behavior and politics. Home of the first modern Olympic Games of 1896 and 2004.
Legacy and legends rest in time to wisper to you their stories
This sleepy town is the cradle of modern day running. Its famed history tells the story of the original marathon runner of 490 BC, and has become the namesake of the closing event at each Olympic Games, and a signature event for nearly every major city around the world. We’ll experience Marathon, learn about its history and what it takes to organize the modern Athens Marathon, a race that hosts over 50,000 runners.
An epic journey towards the land that cross pollinated cultures in ancient times
As we journey towards Ancient Olympia, we will make a short stop at the ancient city of Corinth, where the Roman aqueduct still runs with water 2,000 years after it was built. Ancient tribes, Romans and early Christians all left their mark in this ancient urban core that once controlled the region.
Ancient ideals meet modern leaders
The birthplace of the Olympic Games. Sport history started here, two millennia ago. Between the ancient stadium, the temple of Zeus, and the wrestling grounds, one can still feel the electricity and hear the voices of the crowds as they transcend through the ages. With kings and athletes before you at every step, prepare to see the world and discover your story.