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During this 11-day study abroad program, you will explore historic Greek landmarks and gain an in-depth knowledge of Greek food by participating in cooking classes, factory visits and wine and oil tastings. This is a unique opportunity to discover one of the oldest ancient civilizations through their long-lasting food-making traditions.

Greek food, culture, and history: Greek cuisine is part of the culture of Greece and is recorded in images and texts from ancient times. Its influence spread to ancient Rome and then throughout Europe and beyond.

Ancient Greek cuisine was characterized by its frugality and was founded on the Mediterranean triad: wheat, olive oil and wine, with meat being rarely eaten and fish being more common. Wine and olive oil have always been a central part of the cuisine, and the spread of grapes and olive trees in the Mediterranean and further afield is correlated with Greek colonization. 

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Additional Information

View the information below to learn more about studying in and exploring Greece. 

June 28–July 8, 2025 (includes travel dates)

Students enroll in World Civilization to 1500 HIST1033 (Summer 2025), World Cuisines FDST 2003 (Summer 2025), Introduction to Education CIED 1053 (Summer 2025)  Community seeking professional development credit may enroll in Global Experience GLST 2001 with permission of the instructor.

TRAVEL DATES: June 28 – July 8, 2025

Day 1 - Departure - Saturday, June 28                                                     

  • Depart Home for Athens, Greece 

Day 2 - Athens – Sunday, June 29

  • Arrive in Athens, Greece 
  • Airport Transfer to Hotel 
  • Check In - Relax & Refresh 
  • Orientation Walking Tour 
  • Welcome Dinner & Program Orientation

Day 3 - Athens - Monday, June 30

  • Breakfast & Day Briefing 
  • Experiencing the Agora in the past and present; Ancient Agoras walking tour followed by modern agora, Varvakeios Central Market tasting tour 
  • Acropolis and Acropolis Museum tour 
  • Evening Free to experience Athenian cuisine in small groups

Day 4 - Athens - Tuesday, July 1

  • Breakfast & Day Briefing 
  • National Archeology Museum and panoramic bus tour of the city
  • Ergon House cooking class with dinner

Day 5 - Wednesday, July 2

  • Takeaway Breakfast and transfer to Port of Piraeus, Ferry to Naxos 
  • Check-in Relax and Refresh; Welcome to Cycladic Islands orientation walking tour with visit to the Temple of Appollo.
  • Dinner in small groups in Naxos Town on your own

Day 6 - Naxos - Thursday, July 3

  • Breakfast & Day Briefing 
  • Tour Archaeological site of the Temple of Demeter, goddess of agriculture
  • Cheese making and winery tour in the interior of the island 
  • Group Dinner Included

Day 7 - Naxos - Friday, July 4

  • Breakfast & Day Briefing 
  • Day of reflection and final project research

Day 8 Crete – Saturday, July 5

  • Breakfast & Day Briefing 
  • Ferry to Crete 
  • Tour Minoan Palace of Knossos
  • Phyllo demonstration and tasting in Rethymnon
  • Check-in tour hotel in Chania.
  • Orientation Walking tour.
  • Dinner in small groups in town.

Day 9 - Crete – Monday, July 7

  • Breakfast & Day Briefing 
  • Olive farm visit, production lecture and tasting 
  • Wine tasting and Group Dinner in Chania

Day 10 - Athens - Tuesday, May 23rd

  • Breakfast & Day Briefing 
  • Day of reflection and research
  • Seaside Farewell Dinner in Chania

Day 11 - Athens – Tuesday, July 8

  • Morning transer to airport, flight to Athens and return flight home

Price is $6,874.24 if we have 14-18 Students or $6,597.24 if we have 19-24 students. The price includes:

  • Round trip airfare
  • Domestic Flight from Chania, Crete to Athens, Greece
  • Lodging on site
  • Admission to sites and attractions that are part of the program's curriculum
  • In-country transportation
  • Travel health and extraction insurance
  • All breakfasts and four dinners

  • New passport application fees (if applicable)
  • NWACC Course Tuition and fees
  • Lunches and 7 dinners on your own
  • Optional excursions
  • Immediate medical expenses

Program Deposit Deadline: Dec. 31st 
Program Fee Deadline: Feb. 28th 

Make a Payment

Note: Only make payments after your official acceptance.

As a participant, you may pay a reduced rate if you are receiving financial aid, grants, and/or scholarships in benefit your study abroad program. Please email StudyAbroad@nwacc.edu with evidence of awards prior to the program fee deadline to confirm exact payment amount.

Learn how to finance your trip.

NWACC makes studying abroad accessible to students through financial aid, scholarships, payment plans and other options. Learn more about various financial options and accessing the payment portal.

Dr. Sevin Gallo
World History Faculty
479-986-6946 
sgallo@nwacc.edu

Brittany Eddelbuttel
Brightwater Apprenticeship & Career Coordinator
479-631-8615
beddelbuttel@nwacc.edu