The study of the Greek classics is considered one of the cornerstones of the humanities and a fundamental element of a rounded education.
Classical studies covers the languages, literature, history, art and the cultural aspects of the ancient Mediterranean world.
Athens
Athens is the worlds ancient capital with recorded history going back over 3400 years. The capital of Greece, it was named after the Greek goddess Athena, the goddess of wisdom, war and civilisation.
A school trip to Athens allows you to step back in time and visit the foundation of Europe’s civilisation.
Top sights to include in your visit to Athens:
- The Acropolis
- The Acropolis Museum
- Parthenon
- Ancient Agora
- National Archaeological Museum
- Plaka – the oldest neighbourhood in Athen
- Hadrian’s Arch
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- The Panathenaic Stadium
Travelling further afield from Athens we recommend the following excursions:
Delphi
Delphi in ancient times was considered the centre of the known world, the place where heaven and earth met.
- The archaeological site of Delphi
- Delphi Archaeological Museum
- Temple of Apollo
- Temple of Athena Pronea
The Argolis
The Argolis is a mountainous peninsula just an hour south of Athens. An excursion to The Argolis takes in:
- Mycenae
- The Lion’s Gate
- The Cyclopian Walls
- The Royal Tombs
- The Corninth Canal
- The ancient theatre of Epidaurus
- Nafplio
Cape Sounion
The Temple of Poseidon, the ancient Greek god of the sea, dominates the southernmost tip of Attica, where the horizon meets the Aegean Sea. Perched on the craggy rocks of Cape Sounio, the temple is enveloped in myth and historic facts dated from antiquity until the present times.
We can arrange a complete package for your trip including the itinerary, accommodation, transport, tours and visits. Please get in touch with us today.
