About Greece & Italy Program
Embark on a transformative 13-day journey through two of Europe's most iconic destinations on this Travel For Teens summer program. You'll experience the cradle of Western civilization in Greece before immersing yourself in the Renaissance beauty of Italy, traveling with experienced chaperones and guides who bring history to life at every stop.
Your Greek adventure begins in Athens, where you'll climb the Acropolis to stand before the magnificent Parthenon, one of the world's most spectacular ancient ruins. You'll explore the vibrant Plaka district, visit Pnyx—the birthplace of democracy—and participate in a hands-on private cooking class where you'll learn to prepare authentic Greek cuisine using fresh, simple ingredients that define the Mediterranean diet. From there, you'll escape to the hidden treasure of Lefkada, one of Greece's most enchanting islands, where you'll spend days snorkeling in electric blue waters, cruising the Ionian Sea to secluded islands, and embracing the leisurely Greek summer rhythm of life.
After a short flight across the Mediterranean, you'll arrive in Italy for your coastal adventure along the famous Amalfi Coast. Picture yourself aboard a private boat, sailing past pastel-painted villages clinging to dramatic cliffs, jumping into crystal-clear waters, and swimming near cascading waterfalls. You'll explore the postcard-perfect town of Positano with its multicolored buildings and narrow streets, visit the iconic Church of Santa Maria Assunta, and spend a day on the chic island of Capri, where you can shop in boutiques, hike along craggy coastlines, and ride a scenic chairlift to Mt. Solaro for breathtaking Mediterranean views.
Your journey culminates in Rome and Vatican City, where ancient wonders blend seamlessly with modern vibrancy. You'll walk through the Colosseum and Roman Forum with expert guides who transport you back thousands of years, explore St. Peter's Basilica and gaze up at Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, and wander the hip neighborhood of Trastevere sampling authentic Roman cuisine. Along the way, you'll stop at Pompeii—the remarkably preserved ancient Roman city buried by Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD—and enjoy what Travel For Teens promises will be the best pizza of your life in Naples.
This program prioritizes authentic experiences over typical tourist chains. You'll stay in centrally located, family-run hotels within walking distance of major attractions, eat at local establishments serving traditional specialties, and receive personalized support from experienced staff who send detailed updates to parents throughout the trip. Whether you're snorkeling in Greece, sailing along Italian cliffs, or standing in awe before Renaissance masterpieces, this program offers the kind of transformative cultural immersion that leaves students more confident, bonded with new friends from across the country, and forever changed by their experience abroad.