Meditteranean Trail tours for 18-35 year old Young Prodessional and Student Travellers

Arrive Rome Day 2  

After making your way to the hotel in Rome, your day is free is explore this ancient city. Tonight, meet your Tour Manager and get to know your fellow travellers over dinner. Hotel - Dinner

Rome Day 3  

Ancient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two). Hotel - Breakfast

Rome to Sorrento Day 4

Travel south past Naples, the home of pizza, to the beautiful resort town of Sorrento. Tonight take the opportunity to sample local food and wine and enjoy the views of the Mediterranean. Hotel - Breakfast

Capri Excursion Day 5  

Cruise on our complimentary boat out to the stunning Isle of Capri. Spend the day roaming around the island – see the natural beauty of the Blue Grotto, stroll through the hillside town of Anacapri, explore Marina Piccola, or sip on a cafe al fresco with the locals. Hotel - Breakfast - Dinner 

Sorrento to Corfu Day 6  

Today we visit Pompeii, why not take a guided tour through this ancient city that was once one of the most advanced civilisations in Europe? Later, we travel through southern Italy to board our overnight ferry to the Greek island of Corfu.

Adriatic Ferry - Breakfast - Dinner

Corfu Days 7 and 8  

Corfu is all that’s great about Greek island living. You’ll immediately find yourself on ‘local time’, browsing the markets of the UNESCO World Heritage listed old town and bargaining with the laid-back locals.

Jump on board George’s boat optional with a bunch friends for a fun day out on the water. It will give you another angle on idyllic Corfu. Work up an appetite swimming in the secluded spots and then feast on a lunch of olives, salad, cheeses, fresh bread and dips – prepared with ingredients from George’s back yard.

Corfu also gives you the chance to dive into action with a selection of water sports, like parasailing, banana-boating and waterskiing. Otherwise hire a car for a deeper look into Corfu and venture across the island to explore some beautiful, remote beaches. Hotel

Day 7 - Breakfast - Dinner

Day 8 - Breakfast 

Corfu to Athens Day 9  

Traveling across the Peloponnese peninsula, we stop at the Corinth Canal en-route to the capital of Greece, Athens. Hotel - Breakfast - Dinner 

Athens Day 10  

A whole day in Athens where our city tour includes the first modern Olympic stadium, the Hellenic Parliament and a guided visit of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Tonight why not join us for a farewell dinner in the Plaka district of Athens? Hotel - Breakfast 

Depart Athens Day 11  

Fond farewells this morning as our tour ends after breakfast at the hotel. - Breakfast

Dates and Prices

What's Included

Tour Highlights These highlights are included in the price of your tour

Rome 

See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum

Vatican City 

 See St. Peter's Basilica

Naples

See the Bay of Naples

See Mt. Vesuvius

Capri 

Visit the Isle of Capri

Sorrento 

Scenic coastal drive

Corfu

Visit the old town

See the Venetian fortress in Corfu's old town

Corinth 

See the Corinth Canal

Athens 

Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide

See the first modern Olympic Stadium & Hellenic Parliament

Optional Activities Round out your tour with any of these add on activities

The optional excursions below are a guide of what may be available on this tour in 2010. Complete details will be updated in early 2010.

Rome 

Guided Imperial Tour Euro 26.00 (10-19 people) / Euro 25.00 (20+ people)

Join a local guide for an excursion back in time. You’ll wander across the cobbled stones of the Roman Forum, marvel at the Colosseum and learn why the glory of Imperial Rome still stands out in the history of western culture. Price includes entry into Forum and Colosseum.

Rome Dinner Euro 36.00

Spend some quality time with your fellow travellers and enjoy a typical Italian meal at our specially selected restaurant. A wonderful menu of Italian specialties including antipasto, pasta, main course, dessert and wine will be sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Pompeii

Guided Tour of Ancient Pompeii Euro 19.00 (20-34 people)/ Euro 18.00 (35+ people)

The once thriving city of Pompeii lay buried for centuries under thick layers of ash which rained down after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. It was rediscovered in the 17th Century and two-thirds of the city has now been excavated. A local guide takes you to the important sites and explains the history of this fascinating city.

Sorrento 

Circolo dei Forestieri Euro 34.00

The Circolo dei Forestieri is a superb setting for an evening meal. Dinner is comprised of four courses, including antipasta, pasta, a traditional main course and lemon cake for dessert. Finish it all off with a glass of the local speciality… lemon liquer!

Cruise Around The Island Of CapriEuro 19.00

A fabulous day on the ‘island of dreams’. Enjoy a great off-shore view of Capri’s rocky coastline studded with sea caves and stop by the entrance of one of the most famous: the Blue Grotto. Treat yourself to a boat trip inside the cave (entrance fee not included); the effects of the light reflecting through the water is sublime. All in all, a splendid day filled with great memories for you to cherish.

Corfu 

George's Boat Euro 30.00

Don’t miss out on this superb full day trip – it’s a great opportunity to get an off-shore view of Corfu’s idyllic scenery. We sail up the East Coast, make frequent stops and also drop anchor at a lively seaside resort. A delicious lunch including fresh bread, dips and salads is included to give you energy for a day of fun.

Watersports From Euro 18.00 - 45.00

Parasailing, water skiing and donut rides are just a few of the great activities available today at Dassia Beach.

Dinner & Greek Dancing Euro 32.00

Taverna, Retsina and Zorba – it’ll certainly be all Greek to you by the end of the evening. Try tasty local specialities such as taramasalata, tzatziki and roast lamb on the spit. Enjoy a colourful and lively folklore show during which you’re bound to learn a few Greek steps – all to the sound of bouzouki!

Athens 

Athens Plaka Meal Euro 34.00

A night out in the famous Plaka area – we visit a typical Greek Taverna for a three-course meal including local wine. Whilst dining enjoy the show which includes singing, traditional Greek dancers and “Bouzouki” music.