Greece

Greece Tours for Seniors and Families

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Greece with Road Scholar, where our specially curated tours cater to seniors, multigenerational travelers, and families alike. With ancient oracles and mountain monasteries, cliff-side harbors and sun-splashed islands, Greece will capture and delight the senses, as it has since the days of the Minoans. The sapphire waters of the Aegean have shaped Greece through the centuries and create the ultimate setting for a timeless learning adventure. Join Road Scholar for the perfect Grecian experience, whether discovering the charm of local life by yacht or delving into the myths of Olympus with the whole family. 

Adventurous and Educational Study Tours in Greece

Explore one of the world’s most ancient civilizations known for its scientific discoveries, mythology, architecture, and scenery through Road Scholar’s study tours in Greece. Mountain monasteries, ancient oracles, cliff-side harbors, sun-splashed islands—these are just some of the wonders Greece is known for, and our small group tours of classical Greece are designed to delight. Take a look at some of our group and family tours of Greece below.

Greece Family Adventures

Embark on a journey of a lifetime with your family in tow through one of Road Scholar’s Greece family adventures. Our family tours of this Mediterranean country are perfect for members of all ages, ranging from young children to grandparents, so everyone in the family can have an enjoyable experience. 

Multigenerational travel is an excellent way to create lasting memories, build stronger bonds, and learn more about the world around you. Through our Greece family adventures, you can experience local life by yacht, explore the myths of Olympus, and learn about the Roman Empire’s impact on ancient and modern society.

Small Group Tours of Classical Greece

At Road Scholar, our small group tours of classical Greece offer the perfect opportunity to get a better understanding of Rome’s lasting impact on society while meeting new people and building lasting friendships. In your cohort, you’ll be paired with travelers from all walks of life, including couples, solo travelers, retirees, farmers, intellectuals, and more. Together, you’ll have deep conversations, explore new cultures and cuisine, and learn from local experts of Greece’s history and landscape. 

Greek Tours for Seniors

Make the most of your retirement through Road Scholar’s Greek tours for seniors. From island hopping in the Aegean Sea to spending a winter on the island of Crete, we have a great selection of learning programs in Greece perfect for any age and activity level. 

All of our study tours in Greece are built for lifelong learners looking to learn and discover more about the world around them, and what better way to make this happen than by touring one of the world’s most iconic civilizations? Book your Greek tour for seniors today for the perfect Grecian experience.

Tours of Greece for Adventurous Families

If you and your family are the adventurous type, you won’t be disappointed with our collection of adventure holidays in Greece. Explore the Peloponnese peninsula, a Byzantine military-civilian province, that’s rich with history and world-renowned landmarks. Or, take an ocean voyage that discovers fascinating mythology, scenic seaside villages, and the magic of the Greek Isles. 

Food Tours of Greece

The best Greece tours for seniors allow travelers to experience Greek culture through their taste buds. Greece is known for producing some of the most popular dishes enjoyed across the world. Here’s what you can expect when exploring Greek food:

• Baklava: These sweet pastries are made with layers of dough, filled with nuts like pistachios or walnuts, and sweetened with syrup or honey.
• Dolmades: A classic dish to try on Greece family tours is dolmades, which are stuffed grape leaves filled with ingredients like rice, herbs, and pine nuts. More intricate versions can contain ground meat served with a squeeze of lemon juice.
• Moussaka: This layered baked eggplant dish features minced meat, such as beef or lamb, along with onions, tomatoes, and a creamy béchamel sauce layered on top.
• Souvlaki: Another quintessential dish that should be enjoyed on Greece tours is souvlaki, which are grilled skewers of marinated meat like pork, chicken, or lamb, which is then paired with tzatziki sauce, pita bread, and garnishes like tomatoes, lettuce, and onions.
• Gyros: On busy travel days exploring all that Greece has to offer, a filling and easy-to-eat meal is a classic gyro, which is thinly sliced meat, such as pork, chicken, or lamb, that’s cooked on a vertical rotisserie and served either as a wrap or stuffed pita with ingredients like tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and tzatziki sauce.

Art Tours in Greece

Along with food tours of Greece, exploring its art scene is a must. Greek art dates back centuries, where travelers can marvel at Byzantine churches adorned with murals, mosaics, and frescoes of religious scenes and figures. One of the top displays of Byzantine art is at the monasteries of Meteora, where visitors can interpret the stunning frescoes on display.

Along with Byzantine art, marveling at ancient Greek architecture is a must. Notable attractions include the Parthenon in Athens, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Acropolis of Rhodes, which serve as a testament to Greece’s rich history and influence on the Western world. Along with Greek architecture, ancient Greek pottery is just as storied, known for its intricate designs and depictions of mythology and historical events, which are on display at museums like the National Archaeological Museum in Athens.

Along with ancient art, Greece’s contemporary art scene is just as lively. There are numerous galleries in popular cities and quaint villages where visitors can view the work of modern Greek artists. Galleries like the Benaki Museum and the Museum of Cycladic Art are popular places to view traditional and contemporary works.

Island Tours of Greece for Seniors

Greece is known for its many islands off the coast basking in the Mediterranean sun, making island hopping in Greece a popular way to explore the country. As Greece tours for seniors bring you along the coast, you can explore islands like Mykonos, Delos, Paros, and Santorini to understand Greek culture and their impact on Greek civilization or learn about the ancient Minoan civilization on the Island of Crete. Discover the beauty of the Aegean Sea on our Classical Greece: Islands of the Aegean tour.

Road Scholar Educational Tours in Greece

At Road Scholar, our study tours of Greece allow you to discover ancient mythology, the history of the Roman Empire, iconic landmarks, and more. No matter the educational learning adventure you choose, you’re guaranteed to learn something new in our expert-led tours and return with lifelong friends and memories. We even have virtual study tours of Greece, such as our online lecture on the Greekness of the Aegean, so you can discover all this Mediterranean country has to offer from the comfort of your home. 

Book with Road Scholar today for a learning adventure of a lifetime.