Greece: The Peloponnese & Athens

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May 12 – 19, 2024

The Peloponnese is a peninsula south of Athens, sometimes described as an Island within the mainland, surrounded by water and connected to the rest of Greece by two bridges. Olive trees and vineyards are everywhere. “Fine wines, delicious food, and beautiful beaches abound. Add in history, mythology, and ancient castle towns, and a visit to the Peloponnese will help you understand why the origins of so many things in the Western world are attributed to Greece,” according to writer Rebecca Hall. Since we think a visit to Greece isn’t complete without a stop in Athens, climbing the Acropolis, touring the world-class Acropolis Museum and strolling in Athens with food in mind round out our week. The Peloponnese & Athens Culinaria awarded 13 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s CPEU Prior Approval Program.

Trip Highlights:

Chefs and Experts: Chef Michael Costa of Zaytinya, Chef Cassie Piuma, of Sarma Restaurant, and Aglaia Kremezi & Costas Moraitis, KEA Artisanal

Two cooking classes: one led by Chef Cassie Piuma and a second by Chef Michael Costa
Hands-on lessons learning to roll dolmas and phyllo
Visit to producers of wine and extra virgin olive oil
Wine tasting in Nafplio featuring wines of the Peloponnese
Fabulous restaurant meals in cities and towns, at an organic farm, and with an Athenian Night Stroll
Guided city tour of Nafplio and Folklore Museum
Guided food walking tour of Athens
Guided tours of ancient sites the Acropolis in Athens and Epidaurus near Nafplio, and the Byzantine site, Mystras near Sparta
Guided tour of the world-class Acropolis Museum in Athens
Free time to shop, relax, and explore on our own