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Walk in Odysseus' Footsteps: Epic Greek Adventures
28 Jul
Summary
- Tours offer immersive journeys into Greek mythology and history.
- Explore iconic sites like Ithaca, Sparta, and the Acropolis.
- Set-jetting, inspired by screen, drives travel trends.
Travelers can now embark on epic adventures inspired by Homer's "The Odyssey," following in the footsteps of the heroic king of Ithaca. Experiential tour operator EF Go Ahead Tours offers a 12-day small-group tour in Greece, venturing through the Ionian Sea and visiting islands like Kefalonia and Corfu. This itinerary features "Odyssey Moments," including a visit to the Temple of Poseidon and a Homeric walk on Ithaki.
VBT | Country Walkers provides a "Peloponnesian Bike Tour in Sparta and Monemvasia," allowing cyclists to pedal through landscapes that inspired Homer's legend. This tour includes visits to ancient Sparta, the Byzantine town of Mystras, and the medieval town of Monemvasia, offering an immersive historical experience.
Exodus Adventure Travels offers "Highlights of Ancient Greece" and "Highlights of Sicily" tours. The ancient Greece tour covers Athens, Delphi, and the Peloponnese peninsula, while the Sicily tour explores World Heritage sites like Syracuse and Agrigento, and includes a hike on Mount Etna. These "set-jetting" inspired trips tap into a growing travel trend where screen content influences travel plans.
