Itinerary
- Day 1
Tirana
You'll arrive in Tirana and connect with your CEO and fellow travelers. After a welcome briefing, there's an orientation walk through the city where you'll see Skanderbeg Square and the Et'hem Bey Mosque with its distinctive clock tower. The evening is relaxed, giving you a chance to get to know the group, and dinner is available if you want it.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Artistic Hotel Tirana)
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Orientation Walk Tirana
- Connect With New Friends
Optional Activities
- Dinner out
Landmarks Skanderbeg Square Et'hem Bey Mosque 
- Day 2
Tirana
Start with a cooking class where you'll learn about Albanian specialties and prepare lunch together. The rest of your day is open, so you can check out museums like Bunk'Art 1 or 2 (these are housed in old underground nuclear bunkers) or just wander through Tirana's mix of Ottoman, Fascist, and Soviet era buildings at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at cooking class)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Artistic Hotel Tirana)
Included Activities
- Tirana Cooking Class
Optional Activities
- Visit Bunk'Art 1 museum
- Visit Bunk'Art 2 museum
- Explore National History Museum
Landmarks Bunk'Art 1 Bunk'Art 2 National History Museum 
- Day 3
Tirana to Berat
You'll travel from Tirana toward Berat, stopping in Kruje to explore this historically important village in the Albanian Alps. Walk through the old town center and one of the country's oldest bazaars, then climb up to Kruje Castle. After that, head to Berat for an evening walk with your CEO to see the 'Town of a Thousand Windows,' known for its decorated traditional houses. You'll have the rest of the evening free to settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Mangalemi Berat)
Included Activities
- Kruje Entrance Fees
- Berat Walking Tour
Landmarks Krujë Castle Berat Castle - Day 4
Berat to Himarë
Transfer toward the coastal town of Himare with a stop at the Vjose-Narte Delta Protected Area. You'll see wetlands, coastal lagoons, and an old Byzantine monastery before arriving in Himare. After settling in, take a walk with your CEO through the historic old town and its hilltop castle from Illyrian times. Dinner out in the evening is optional.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Dima Himare)
Included Activities
- Visit the Vjosë-Nartë Delta Protected Area
- Himarë Walking Tour
Optional Activities
- Dinner out
Landmarks Vjosë-Nartë Delta Protected Area Himarë Castle - Day 5
Himarë
Trek into the mountains from Tragjas to meet local shepherds at their mountain outpost. You'll hike uphill to see their traditional way of life and share a typical lunch with them before hiking back down. The rest of your day is free to explore Himare or relax on the beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Typical lunch with local shepherds)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Dima Himare)
Included Activities
- Hike to a Shepherd Outpost with Lunch
Optional Activities
- Beach activities in Himarë
Landmarks Tragjas - Day 6
Himarë to Corfu
Head down the coast to Saranda and catch the ferry to Corfu. Once you arrive, settle in at the hostel. The evening includes an optional farewell dinner and a big night out at local bars with your group on this Greek island.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pink Palace Hotel)
Included Activities
- Big Night Out
Optional Activities
- Farewell dinner
Landmarks Corfu 
- Day 7
Corfu
You have the entire day free in Corfu. Hit a local beach, check out nearby villages, or rent a sea kayak if that interests you. Later in the evening, there's an optional dinner with the group to try local dishes made from fresh ingredients.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pink Palace Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Visit local beaches
- Explore nearby villages
- Rent a sea kayak
- Optional dinner with the group
Landmarks Corfu 
- Day 8
Corfu
Spend your morning exploring Corfu's Old Town, a UNESCO site with narrow cobblestone streets and colorful neoclassical buildings. Wander through hidden squares, stop at cafes, browse local boutiques, or visit historic landmarks. In the evening, put on your hiking boots for the Achilleion Sunset Hike with great views of the island, and there's a cliff jumping opportunity at sunset if you're up for it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pink Palace Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sunset Corfu Achilleion Trail Hike
Optional Activities
- Cliff jumping at sunset
Landmarks Corfu Old Town Achilleion Palace - Day 9
Corfu
Another full day in Corfu where you can do as much as you want. Consider taking an optional boat tour, renting a kayak, or visiting some of the older churches and historic buildings. You could also just relax at the hostel or spend time at one of the local beaches.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pink Palace Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Boat tour
- Rent a kayak
- Visit churches and historic buildings
Landmarks Corfu - Day 10
Corfu to Kalambaka
Travel to Kalambaka in Meteora by private bus, ferry, and public bus. When you arrive, head out on a hike to the mountaintop monasteries surrounded by dramatic rock formations. Six monasteries sit atop impressive cliffs in this area with evidence of human settlement dating back 50,000 years. Return to Kalambaka to relax for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Edelweiss)
Included Activities
- Meteora Sunset Hike
Landmarks Meteora Monasteries - Day 11
Kalambaka to Athens
Take a public bus south to Athens, arriving in the afternoon. After checking into your hotel, visit Shedia, a G Adventures-supported cafe, where you'll have a drink and learn about the social enterprise. Later, your CEO leads an orientation walk through Athens to see famous landmarks and ancient sites, then the evening wraps up with a big night out in the Plaka neighborhood.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Stalis Hotel Athens)
Included Activities
- Tour of Shedia Home and a Beverage
- Athens Orientation Walk With CEO
- Big Night Out
Landmarks Plaka 
- Day 12
Athens
You have a free day to explore Athens on your own. Visit the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Ancient Agora, or check out museums like the new Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum. In the evening, join the group for an optional dinner at a local restaurant to try Greek cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Bedbox Hostel Athens)
Optional Activities
- Visit Acropolis
- Visit Parthenon
- Visit Ancient Agora (8EUR per person)
- Visit Acropolis Museum
- Visit National Archaeological Museum (12EUR per person)
- Dinner out at local restaurant
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Ancient Agora Acropolis Museum National Archaeological Museum - Day 13
Athens to Paros
Ferry over to Paros, an island with beautiful villages surrounded by Mediterranean views. Start with an orientation walk from the port town of Paroikia, where you'll see white cube-shaped houses, churches, the Venetian Castle on the hill, and the Archaeological Museum. After that, you have free time to check out restaurants, cafes, and shops along the old town streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Polos Hotel)
Included Activities
- Paros Orientation Walk
Landmarks Paroikia Venetian Castle Archaeological Museum Paros 
- Day 14
Paros
Take a half-day tour to see more of Paros. Visit the inland village of Lefkes surrounded by hills, pine forests, and olive groves, then head to the resort town of Naousa and Kolymbithres Beach with crystal clear water and cool rock formations. The rest of the day is yours to keep exploring, walk the beach, grab food, and relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Polos Hotel)
Included Activities
- Paros Island Excursion
Landmarks Lefkes Naousa Kolymbithres Beach - Day 15
Paros to Ios
Hop on a ferry to Ios and enjoy a small lunch onboard. Once you arrive, take an orientation walk with your CEO through Chora, the main village on the island. Wander around admiring the cube houses with flat roofs and the narrow stone-paved streets. You'll have free time to visit bars and restaurants, lounge on the beach, or climb to the highest point for panoramic views, especially nice at sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Small lunch onboard ferry)
Included Activities
- Chora Orientation Walk
Landmarks Chora 
- Day 16
Ios
The day is all about beaches and swimming. You have free time in the morning to walk around town before the group heads out mid-afternoon on a Best of Beaches Tour visiting seven different beaches around Ios. Lunch is included, and you'll have chances to swim and try snorkeling at Neverbay. The evening is yours to dance at an island nightclub and bar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Best Beaches of Ios Tour
Optional Activities
- Nightclub and bar dancing
Landmarks Ios Beaches Neverbay - Day 17
Ios to Santorini
Spend your morning in Ios, then take the afternoon ferry to Santorini. When you arrive, your CEO leads a scenic caldera walk, an 11km trek along the rim between Fira and Oia with great views. Afterward, there's an optional dinner with the group for your final night in Santorini.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Caldera Hiking Excursion
Optional Activities
- Dinner with the group
Landmarks Santorini Caldera Fira Oia 
- Day 18
Santorini
You can depart at any time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
