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Lands of Myths and Heroes

Delve deep into Classical Greek mythology through the art, archaeology and natural landscapes of Greece’s Peloponnese region and the island of Crete.

On this epic journey, explore lands once believed to be the dwelling places of gods, monsters and spirits, and follow in the footsteps of the legendary Theseus, Ariadne, and the mighty Minotaur.

Visit islands, grottos and caves of sublime natural wonder, once venerated by the ancient Greeks as sacred places, and marvel at the contrasting remains of mighty temples, theatres and cities built in honour of their capricious Gods.

Trace the sacred landscapes that emerged during the time of the Minoans and Mycenaeans and continued for almost two thousand years through Classical Hellenistic and Roman times.

Please click ‘Register Interest’ to receive further information when more details are available.

 

This tour is part of the World Art Tours program organised by the Art Gallery Society of NSW in partnership with Renaissance Tours.

At a Glance

  • See a collection of the greatest archaeological ruins of Classical Greece in Athens, Epidaurus, Corinth and Mycenae
  • Visit Eleusis, site of the Eleusinian Mysteries and the cave into the underworld where Persephone journeyed to Hades
  • Sail to the sacred island of Delos, home to the twin deities Apollo and Artemis
  • Traverse the rugged landscapes of Crete to behold the vivid art and architecture of the early Minoan civilisation
  • Journey through the beautiful lands of ancient Arcadia and the Peloponnese

Tour Leader

Julian Droogan

Destination

Crete and the Peloponnese

Dates

September 2023

Fitness Level

Above moderate

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Tour Status

On request

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At a Glance

  • See a collection of the greatest archaeological ruins of Classical Greece in Athens, Epidaurus, Corinth and Mycenae
  • Visit Eleusis, site of the Eleusinian Mysteries and the cave into the underworld where Persephone journeyed to Hades
  • Sail to the sacred island of Delos, home to the twin deities Apollo and Artemis
  • Traverse the rugged landscapes of Crete to behold the vivid art and architecture of the early Minoan civilisation
  • Journey through the beautiful lands of ancient Arcadia and the Peloponnese
  • Pricing

Tour code

AG2310

Fitness Level

Above moderate

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The Minoan Palace of Knossos, Crete

The ancient Theatre of Epidaurus in the lush hills of the Peloponnese

Terrace of the Lions on the island of Delos, dedicated to Apollo by the people of Naxos

Mask of Agamemnon, gold funeral mask discovered at the ancient Greek site of Mycenae

Lands of Myths and Heroes

Delve deep into Classical Greek mythology through the art, archaeology and natural landscapes of Greece’s Peloponnese region and the island of Crete.

On this epic journey, explore lands once believed to be the dwelling places of gods, monsters and spirits, and follow in the footsteps of the legendary Theseus, Ariadne, and the mighty Minotaur.

Visit islands, grottos and caves of sublime natural wonder, once venerated by the ancient Greeks as sacred places, and marvel at the contrasting remains of mighty temples, theatres and cities built in honour of their capricious Gods.

Trace the sacred landscapes that emerged during the time of the Minoans and Mycenaeans and continued for almost two thousand years through Classical Hellenistic and Roman times.

Please click ‘Register Interest’ to receive further information when more details are available.

 

This tour is part of the World Art Tours program organised by the Art Gallery Society of NSW in partnership with Renaissance Tours.

  • Pricing

Tour code

AG2310

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        Most of our tours require a MODERATE level of fitness. However, in certain destinations, or in certain seasons, or because of the nature of travel, certain tours will require an ABOVE MODERATE or CHALLENGING level of fitness. For the overall benefit of the group, at the time of booking we will require you to declare in writing that you are fit to participate in your chosen tour according to the level of fitness required for that tour. If you (or we) have any doubts about your level of fitness, you may be required to undergo a doctor’s appraisal. This would require your doctor to read the itinerary of your chosen tour, including the fitness level, and provide you (and us) with a written confirmation of your ability to participate.
        We reserve the right to refuse admission to the tour for any reason before commencement of the tour. Further, if after the tour has begun it becomes apparent that you are unfit or unsuitable to travel on the tour, we reserve the right to require you to withdraw from the tour at the earliest opportunity to do so. No refund will be provided.
        It is also a requirement that you do not cause any significant disruption to the tour or the tour group, and we may refuse admission on the tour, or require you to withdraw from the tour at any time if your participation causes significant disruption for other guests or the tour group or there is any safety issue as a result of your ongoing participation in the tour.

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        Moderate

        Tour members must be able to:

        • negotiate airports and railway stations without wheelchair assistance
        • use combined shower/bath facilities (it is impossible to guarantee walk-in shower facilities)
        • undertake walking tours of 1-2 hours duration, including using stairs, walking over cobblestones and other uneven surfaces
        • stand for long periods in museums and other sites
        • embark / disembark coaches, trains and other methods of transportation without assistance
        • handle your own luggage

        Above Moderate

        In addition to the above, tour members must also be able to:

        • undertake walking tours of 2-3 hours
        • climb staircases of 100 or more steps

        Challenging*

        In addition to the above, tour members must also be able to:

        • handle extremes of temperature (e.g. below 0 or above 35 degrees)
        • handle extremes of altitudes (e.g. 4000 metres and above)

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