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Hop on a fast train from Rome, Naples, Florence, Venice or Milan to the southern Italian port of Bari, then sail across the Adriatic to Greece by overnight ferry.  It's the comfortable and scenic no-fly way from Italy to Greece.

Italy ► Athens

On arrival in Bari , you can walk the 1.9 km from the station to the port entrance in 25 minutes, a stroll through Bari's pleasant old town past the cathedral and castle , see correct walking map from the station to the port entrance gate (If Google tells you any different, trust me, not Google!).  Alternatively, a taxi will take 10 minutes.  Bus 50 runs from Bari Centrale station to the road outside the port gate roughly every 40 minutes.  Map of Bari showing station, port entrance, check-in building & Superfast Ferries berth .

Day 1, sail from Bari to Patras by overnight ferry.

The ferry sails from Bari at 19:30 on Mondays-Saturdays, arriving Patras at 13:00 next day (day 2)

On Sundays the ship sails at 13:30, too early to make connections from Milan.

You can check sailing times & dates at using the Direct Ferries website or at www.superfast.com or www.ferriesingreece.com .

You should check in at the Superfast desk on the ground floor of the cruise terminal (Terminal Crociere) at Bari port with passport & booking number to get your boarding pass, ideally 3 hours before departure in summer, although in practice 2 hours or even 1½ hours is normally fine.

You then walk 500m from check-in to the ferry, board the ferry via the foot passenger gangway at the stern and head up the escalator to the main lounge and reception desk to get your cabin key.

This comfortable ferry has a self-service restaurant, bar, lounge and sun deck.  You can book a deck place (a good & cheap option in summer if you have your own sleeping bag), a reclining seat or various types of cabin, all with private shower & toilet.  Strolling the decks in the morning sun as the ship cruises past the islands of Cephalonia and Ithaca is the nicest part of the trip, and it's a wonderful way to arrive in Greece.

Athens ► Italy

Day 1, travel from Athens to Patras by train+bus

An air-conditioned train leaves from Athens main railway station at 08:00 arriving at Kiato at 09:20, connecting into a Greek Railways bus departing Kiato at 09:30 and arriving Patras at 12:00.

You've time for lunch and a look around Patras.  There's a later 11:50 train from Athens arriving Kiato at 13:19, connecting with the 13:30 by bus arriving Patras at 15:20, but this leaves relatively little room for any major delay.  Check times locally, as they may change - you can find these train+bus times on www.hellenictrain.gr but it takes some finding - look under Destinations then Athens Suburban railway .

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How to buy tickets, what's the journey like .

Check in for the ferry

The Superfast Ferries check-in desks are on the ground floor of the cruise terminal (Terminal Crociere), the arrow in the photo below left indicates the entrance.  You should check in with passport & booking number to get your boarding pass, ideally 3h before departure especially in summer - although 2 hours or even 1½ hours is normally fine.  You then walk 500m from the check-in desk to the ferry, board via the foot passenger gangway at the stern, up the escalator to the main passenger lounge and reception desk to get your cabin key.  See location map .

Bari to Patras by overnight ferry

Superfast Ferries sail from Bari to Patras daily all year round, although Sunday sailings leave too early for same-day train connections from Milan.  If you book a 'deck place' you can use your own sleeping bag and set up camp in a covered area on deck near the stern.  For a few more pounds you can book a reclining seat.  Or you can book a berth in various types of cabin, all with private shower & toilet.  The ferry crossing is the best part of the journey, over deep blue waters and past many islands.

Travel from Patras to Athens by bus/train combo

On arrival at Patras port, take a taxi or bus the few kilometres from the ferry dock to the town centre.  Every hour, a bus run by Hellenic Train links Patras railway station with Kiato, connecting with an air-conditioned electric train along the Aegean to Athens.  Look out for the Corinth Canal as the train passes from the Peloponnese peninsula to the rest of Greece, blink and you'll miss it.

Connection to Corfu

The Bari-Patras ferry calls at Corfu on certain dates in summer, check with www.superfast.com .

It always calls at Igoumenitsa on the Greek mainland, all year-round.  If you can't find a direct ferry to Corfu, book the ferry from Bari to Igoumenitsa, then take the local ferry from Igoumenitsa to Corfu with Kerkyra Lines ( kerkyralines.com ).  These sail half a dozen times a day, crossing time 60-90 minutes, fare around €5-€10.  Buy a ticket at kerkyralines.com or when you get to Igoumenitsa.

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How To Get From Rome To Athens (& Athens To Rome)

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Sarah-Jane has lived in Croatia for 10+ years. SJ, as she is known, has been traveling the Balkans & beyond since 2000. She now shares her passion for traveling with her husband & kids.

This detailed transportation guide tells you how to get from Rome to Athens and how to get from Athens to Rome by car, bus, train, and plane.

Arguably the two most interesting European capitals from a historical point of view, no European itinerary should miss at least a short visit to Athens and Rome.

In this article, you can find some general information about both cities, the best routes connecting them, and alternative ways to go from Rome to Athens according to your travel style, budget, and preferences.

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The capital of Italy, Rome is unquestionably one of the most famous European destinations. Home to unforgettable sights, such as the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Tiber River, the city offers a unique variety of places to see and discover.

Landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona are among the most visited sites in the country. Rome is a city with beautiful fountains and lush gardens, first-class cuisine, imposing museums, and quaint Roman neighborhoods where you can catch a glimpse of the most authentic Italian panoramas.

About Athens

Greece’s cosmopolitan capital, Athens is an eclectic European capital that combines ancient archaeological sites , chaotic traffic, and unexpected street art. Hosting the magnificent Acropolis, with unique temples such as the Parthenon and Erechtheion, Athens is a must-see destination for those interested in the past of Western civilization.

Home to an exhilarating nightlife, consisting of pubs, discos, and tavernas, travelers can also find a more relaxing scenario in the bohemian Athens neighborhoods of Plaka and Anafiotika or enjoy some quality shopping along the streets of Kolonaki .

How To Get From Rome To Athens

Below we will cover how you can travel between Rome and Athens and of course, traveling from Athens to Rome!

Rome To Athens By Plane

Rome is located 1,050 kilometers (651 miles) from Athens. A trip that can be easily covered with a direct flight that usually never takes more than 2 hours. If you would like to fly from Rome to Athens, planes depart from the airports of Ciampino and Fiumicino, but they will all land at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, about 35 km from the center of Athens.

Typically, about 35 flights are running every week, and — of course — weekend and holiday schedules can vary significantly in summer. It is always a great idea to start searching at least four months before your trip to plan every single detail and get the most convenient fees.

The companies that cover the route are both national airlines, Alitalia and Aegean , both of them with fees on the mid-range side of costs (from 150 to 250 euro depending on seasonality, luggage, time of the day, day of the week, and a dozen of different factors).

Budget airlines connecting Rome to Athens are Ryanair, Volotea, Easy Jet, Sky Express, and Wizz Air. When it comes to these small air companies, prices can range immensely, from a flash-sale ticket costing under 10 euro to air fairs sometimes reaching almost the same prices as those of more prestigious airlines such as TAP, Malta Airlines others.

So it is always a question of hunting for the perfect price at the right time and playing with various factors to get the best fee on the market.

If you’re looking for the quickest means of transportation from Italy to Greece, flying is the way to go .

Getting From Rome To Athens By Train Or Bus

Although not as convenient as traveling by plane, both regarding ticket prices and time spent traveling , it is also possible to travel to Athens by road… or almost!

This option includes changing from train to ferry and from the ferry to bus along the way. Prices can go up a lot, and time spent traveling often seems endless.

Italy’s high-speed trains, Trenitalia Frecce (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca), offer four different service classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. All of them feature free Wi-Fi and include a seat reservation. Tickets can only be purchased before boarding the train and need to be validated in advance.

From Rome, you can travel by train to any of the four different ports that connect Italy with Greece , and from there, you would need to get on a ferry to cross the Ionian Sea. So you can travel from Rome to Bari, Ancona, Venice or Trieste, and from there either to Igoumenitsa or Patras, on mainland Greece .

The trip should then continue either again by rain or by bus until you reach the center of Athens . The whole itinerary could take anything from 20 to 36 hours (or more), and it is virtually impossible to do it with more convenient fees than the ones offered by airlines (both low cost and regular ones).

Italotreno is an alternative to Trenitalia; it is the country’s first private train line operating super comfortable high-speed trains on the same tracks as Trenitalia.

This modern company reaches 21 stations across the country, including the popular route Rome-Venice ( from where travelers can board a ferry to Greece) . Italo features four classes of service with free Wi-Fi.

An exciting feature is that the company also offers an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities, a service that could be handy if looking to reach different port destinations on the Ionian coast .

For example, getting on a train in Rome to reach Bari Central Station can cost you from 30 to 80 euro, and the trip can last up to 4.5 hours. Add to that the time and cost of crossing to Patras (from 54 euro, 16.5 hours). Once in Patras, you can either rent a car and drive to Athens (2 hours) or continue by bus.

The bus journey typically lasts 2.5 hours (about 207 kilometers), and the ticket costs 25 euro. Approximately 127 buses are running every week on this route , and KTEL Achaias offer the services.

The route Rome-Bari-Patras-Athens is probably the most popular for train-ferry-bus travel, which ends up taking about 23 hours (without counting lay-off times), and the fee can range from about 105 to 160 euro. Although you can easily get from Italy to Greece by ferry , it’s the many Italy to Greece flights that still look like the most comfortable, convenient, and cheap way to travel from Rome to Athens.

Instead, the shortest route is Rome-Bari-Igoumenitsa-Athens, and although the time on the ferry shortens from 16.5 to 13 hours, the ticket price is also 55 euro, so there are not much savings choosing this route. The road trip from Igoumenitsa to Athens takes up to 7 hours and the ticket costs 60 euro. The total fee ranges between 145 to 190 euro.

Of course, if you’d like to travel from Athens to Rome by train, you simply have to reserve this itinerary.

Driving From Rome To Athens

Probably the longest way to get from Rome to Athens is to do it by car. However, it can be the most rewarding experience if you plan several exploration roads along the way and take the time to discover the landscape and geography of the different countries you will see as you go.

There are two main routes from Rome to Ancona or Brindisi by car. The first of them is driving along the Adriatica Highway, checking on cities such as Pescara, Foggia, or Bari to reach Brindisi, then and board a ferry to Igoumenitsa. Alternatively, it is possible to drive from Rome to Bari along with Highway A1 and stop in stunning Italian places such as Napoli, Avelino, or Altamura.

The trip from Rome to Bari by car can last from 4 to 6 hours. To the cost of petrol, it is necessary to add the cost of toll roads along the way.

A different alternative is to drive northbound from Rome, passing through cities such as Florence, Bologna, Venice, and Trieste, to then cross countries such as Slovenia, Croatia, and North Macedonia to finally reach Greece. Once there, don’t miss a stop in cities such as Thessaloniki , Katerini, Larissa, or Volos.

Private Transfers

Much like a taxi, except you can book ahead and have a driver waiting for you at the airport terminal. Someone to carry your bags, lead the way, and, best of all, you’ll know the fixed cost ahead of time, no matter the crazy traffic.

Get a quote on your private transfers here.

This trip covers a distance of 2,370 kilometers and cannot be done in less than 2 or 3 days . Along the way, you will discover beautiful Italian and Greek cities and towns and other lesser-known European destinations.

Driving from Rome to Athens is significantly longer, both in distance and time, than flying from Rome to Athens or using trains and a ferry from Italy to Athens. It is, however, one of southern Europe’s most incredible road trips and well worth considering!

So, tell us, how will you get from Rome to Athens? Will you take flights from Rome to Greece? Or perhaps opt for the longer route and take trains and ferries from Italy to Greece?

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Thanks we are just planning this trip for the spring, very helpfull

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Flights travelling to Athens from Rome release approximately 866 kg of carbon for every passenger. However, some airlines, including Aegean Airlines, SKY Express and Volotea, offer eco-friendly travel. SKY Express and Aegean Airlines release around 62% fewer carbon emissions on this route.

Which airlines flying this route allow unaccompanied minors?

Aegean Airlines allows kids between five and 12 years to travel unaccompanied at an additional supervisory fee, as long as they have a filled unaccompanied minor form by the parent. The minor must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the departure airport and picked up by an adult from Athens Airport. You must present a birth certificate or passport proving the minor’s age.

Is Athens International Airport an airline hub?

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is a hub for Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, Ryanair, SKY Express and Volotea. You can connect with frequent flights to about 90 destinations from Athens Airport, so you can always catch a flight.

What business services does Athens Airport offer?

Athens Airport has a business centre with personal computers and internet access. It’s located in the Main Terminal building, on the Arrivals level, and offers fax, photocopy and printing services. The business centre has one conference room. The airport also has a hotel, about a 2-minute walk from the Main Terminal, with roughly 10 rooms hosting conferences and seminars holding up to 600 guests.

Are nonstop flights from Rome Airports to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport available?

Depending on the airline, flights to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport from either Ciampino or Fiumicino Airports have one, two, or three layovers before completing the journey. Nonstop flights are not available.

Which transportation means is available from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport to Athens city?

If you are a traveler on a budget, the public bus is your best option. The buses, which you can find at the bus departure area right outside the airport, take approximately 55min to get to Athens city. Adults pay around €6 for the one-way trip, while children over 7 years pay around €3.

Is parking available at Fiumicino Airport?

You can bring your car with you to Fiumicino Airport and leave it at the long-term parking lot if you fly out for a couple of days. The long-term parking lot is located approximately 10min away from the airport’s terminal and provides a free shuttle service. The lot charges around €8 per day.

Can I find accommodation upon arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport?

Located approximately 2min away from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport’s departures level is the cozy Sofitel Athens Airport hotel, providing the perfect place for tired travelers to relax and unwind after a lengthy flight.

What is the cheapest flight from Rome to Athens?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Rome to Athens was $42 for a one-way ticket and $84 for a return.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Rome to Athens?

The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Rome to Athens flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Rome to Athens?

Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Rome and Athens, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Rome to Athens?

There are direct flights from Rome to Athens on a daily basis.

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The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Rome to Athens are Aegean Airlines and Ryanair. With an average price for the route of $290 and an overall rating of 8.0, Aegean Airlines is the most popular choice. Ryanair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $241 and an overall rating of 6.8.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Rome to Athens

• Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $127 or less one-way and $260 or less round-trip.
• Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) is Rome's main airport. The airport has a museum with various permanent art exhibits, at the centre of exhibitions in Terminal 3, just past passport control.
• Suppose you’re flying from Ciampino Giovan Battista Pastine International Airport (CIA) to Athens on a single stopover flight. In that case, common stopover cities include Bucharest, Sofia and Thessaloniki, served by Aegean Airlines, Ryanair and SKY Express.
• You can depart from Rome from either Ciampino Airport (CIA), conveniently closer to Rome city, or the bustling Fiumicino Airport (FCO) onboard flights operated by popular airlines like Ryanair, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Alitalia, Air Malta, and Ethiopian Air.
• Taxis are convenient transportation options to Ciampino Airport, especially if you have bulky luggage. Taxis are always available in the city. A one-way ticket to Ciampino airport from the Rome city center is around €44.
• Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) efficiently caters to the needs of those with disabilities by providing services and amenities to give them a stress-free experience as they travel through the airport. The airport has assistance zones at the arrivals and departures areas, ramps, elevators, accessible toilets, and disabled parking.
• Fiumicino Airport has multiple cozy lounges, which are the perfect relaxation spots away from the crowded airport halls. Alitalia passengers can access the Casa Alitalia Lounges in T1 or T3 for a fee of around €59.50. The Plaza Premium Lounge in T3 is also accessible for around €55 for 2h and €105 for 5h.
• Eleftherios Venizelos Airport makes traveling with kids through the airport effortless by providing a supervised play area in the airport’s main terminal where kids can pass the time playing various games. The airport also has baby rooms that mothers can utilize when changing or feeding their babies.
• In case you have an early morning flight, staying at one of the hotels right next to Ciampino Airport will ensure you do not miss your flight. One excellent option is Hotel Villa Giulia, located only 1.8 miles away from the airport. The hotel also provides a shuttle service to the airport.
• In case you prefer swift services instead of waiting through long lines at immigration and security checks, Ciampino should be your airport of choice because it is less busy than Fiumicino Airport. Ciampino Airport also operates budget flights. However, Fiumicino has more transport options from the city.

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Rome to Athens Eleftherios V.

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Athens Eleftherios V. to Rome

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There was not any food and I didn't use the entertainment

Just ok. No much of a great travel experience. If you need point A to B they are ok.

Η πτήση εμφάνισε μεγάλη καθυστέρηση και λαμβάνοντας υπόψη το γεγονός ότι επρόκειτο για την τελευταία βραδυνή πτήση, ήταν ιδιαίτερα κουραστικό για τους επιβαίνοντες.

More leg room, great if crew could move people before flight (ie if 3 in a row, offer to move 1 or 2 to an empty 3 seat row rather than let people move themselves after takeoff

Θα πρέπει να υπάρχει εστίαση στη γρήγορη και εύκολη επιβίβαση/αποβίβαση

Flight was late, boarding totally chaotic, seat uncomfortable, food good, attendants and pilots good.

Priority transfer bag left behind in Amsterdam causing extreme difficulty and inconvenience on arrival destination Athens

On top of the two hours delay in the airport, we needed to go by the bus to the terminal in Athens, Aegean is the aviation of Greece and they whole flight is 50 minutes.

Very delayed. Plus lack of entertainment on board. Crew members were very nice

The food sandwich was OKAY for such a short flight. Crew were very caring. They helped my wife who has walking issues. They carried her bag and held her arm to help prevent tripping. All in all it was a professional effort on the part of all crew members. I highly recommend this crew of Aegean Airlines.

Never heard about them before and was surprised how organized and efficient they are.

These were tickets purchased with a stolen credit card number.

Seriously, every airline needs to improve their boarding procedures. Even though Sky Express boarded the furtheredt seats from the door first, it was still disappointing that it took so long to board.

Cannot take it dur to the delayed first flight. Staff at the desk very unfriendly.

A coffee at 7 am in the morning would have been nice.

We hope that soon Sky Express will have the entire airplane fleet refreshed. More new airplanes to fill the gap and expand further direct flights to new airports. Crew acts responsibly and kind, which is even more important at this pandemic period.

I was going to miss my connecting flight with sky Express also and the people in the office said they couldn't help me book another flight for the next day, but that I had to wait until anthens and go their office to help me. Other people on staff were friendly though.

3 hours delay, non comunicated until past the time of original boarding, no assistance, witnessed land crew shouting at a passenger

Boarding process makes no sense for priority boarding or not since everyone gets crammed in a bus and everyone gets out without any difference.

Θα ήταν καλύτερα να προσφέρουν ένα μπουκάλι νερό δωρεάν και καφέ .

The Ryanair staff was not polite. We all travelled with the same suitcases as we departed from Thessaloniki, however they decided that for some passengers the suitcase was not the rigth one as far as the dimensions are concerned. Furthermore, one air stewardess asked passengers to close themselves the luggage cabinet in order to prove that the lugagge was not properly fitted, which i think is very unkind and unprofessional. We also had to wait outside , some metres away from the plane until last passengers came off....It was generally a dissapointing experience.

The flight boarded and departed Venice on time (more or less), the cabin crew were super friendly and efficient, the flight crew kept us informed of progress, and the flight arrived early in Dublin. All in all, this flight was as close to perfect as is possible to achieve. Well done, Ryanair. The fact that Ryanair aircraft arrive and depart from gates that are in the back of beyond in Dublin's Terminal 1 is a bummer - in terms of the length of the walk need on both ends of a return flight. But I suspect that this is not Ryanair's fault

Great flight and reminded that the logistics completely Astoria. No real story about victors, m

We each paid for 10kg checked in luggage. Flying out there were no issues sharing one case (20kg). Not so coming back. Additional £48 charge and unable to provide an explanation of why it was ok on one journey but not the other, or indeed what material difference it makes between 2x10kg cases vs 1x20kg case. Scam, and appalling from Ryanair.

it s a budget flight, crew was doing their job well, it was on time.

Easy process and good flight experience The food good be better

On time but no water , milk or refreshments of any kind on board. Which is poor, especially with children and elderly on board. Toilets filthy,

Good. But there food was poor quality and 95% of movies didn't have English subtitles

I thought they had rebranded themselves in every aspect but it was quite the opposite. The food was terrible the service was sub-par. Overall it was not a good experience.

Service from staff was poor, food choices were limited. Air plane was not clean or hygienic and seemed like not cleaned for days. Seats were uncomfortable.

service from stAff was barely there , food choices were limited. AirPlane was not clean and seemed like it was not cleaned for days.. Seats were very uncomfortable.

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To travel by train and ferry from Rome in Italy to Athens in Greece, use one of the ferry connections from Bari, Ancona, Venice or Trieste via Igoumenitsa to Patras.

There are three different travel routes. Have a look on them and decide which one fits best for you.

1 Rome (Italy) - Bari (Italy) - Patras (Greece) - Athens (Greece)

2 rome (italy) - ancona (italy) - patras (greece) - athens (greece), 3 rome (italy) - venice (italy) - patras (greece) - athens (greece).

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1a Travelling from Rome (Italy) to Bari (Italy)

To travel in Italy by train, buy your train ticket online via the following booking links. There you find exact schedules and ticket prices. Italian state railways Trenitalia and the private operator Italo offer several types of advance fare tickets (Economy and Super Economy fares). A ticket price may vary a lot and depends on the type of train, class and time of you travel. For long-distance travel use a high-speed train, also a night train can be a good option for you.

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1b Travelling from Bari (Italy) to Patras (Greece)

Travel from Bari to Patras by ferry. The journey time is 16 hours. The ticket price starts at 50 EUR. The ferry company Superfast Ferries / ANEK Lines serves this route. You will find these service categories on board of the ferry: - standard inclinable seats which are the cheapest travel option - shared cabins with beds: you share the cabin and the shower and toilet with other travellers. - private cabins: from standard to luxury cabins with private bed, shower and toilet. This is the best option if you want privacy, travel with your family or friends. The check-in time is two hours prior to departure. How you get in Bari from the train station to the ferry port: It is a distance of 2 kilometers from „Bari Centrale“ railway station to the ferry terminal. You can either walk which will take about 25 minutes. Or you travel by bus line number 50. It is a circle line from „Bari Centrale“ (departure directly in fron of the train station) to „Stazione Marittima“. The bus runs every 20 minutes and the ticket price is 1 EUR (buy the ticket inside of the train station). The bus journey time is 15 minutes. The ferry port of Bari has two terminals. 1. „Terminal Crociere“ is for ferry departures in direction of Greece. 2. „Terminal Porto di Bari“ is for ferry departures other than Greece, for example in direction of Croatia. Between these two ferry terminals runs a free shuttle bus. If you want to visit Bari old-town, use the lockers at the train station. These are better than the ones at the ferry terminal due to the opening times. How you get in Patras from the ferry port to the train station: You will arrive at the „New Port“ of Patras, which is 2 kilometers in the south of the railway station. Either walk within 30 minutes along the promenade or use the bus line number 18 to get to the railway station. It is a journey time of 10 minutes with hourly departures. The bus ticket price is 1,20 EUR. From Patras continue your journey by OSE train to Athens and other destinations in Greece. In Patras you have a second port: the North Port which serves ferry routes to the Ionian Sea. Take bus line 18 or walk from the railway station within 10 minutes.

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1c Travelling from Patras (Greece) to Athens (Greece)

Travel from Patras to Athens by train. Between Patras and Kiato a bus of Greek railways replaces the train. In Kiato you change from bus to train and continue your journey to Athens. The total journey time is three hours. The ticket fare for the full trip from Patras to Athens is 17 EUR. Find the exact train schedules and buy your ticket via the given booking links.

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2b Travelling from Ancona (Italy) to Patras (Greece)

Travel from Ancona to Patras by ferry. The journey time is 23 hours. The ticket price starts at 70 EUR. The ferry companies Superfast Ferries, ANEK Lines and Grimaldi Lines serve this route. You will find these service categories on board of the ferry: - seats: standard inclinable seats which are the cheapest travel option - shared cabins with beds: you share the cabin and the shower and toilet with other travellers. - private cabins: from standard to luxury cabins with private bed, shower and toilet. This is the best option if you want privacy, travel with your family or friends. The check-in time is two hours prior to departure. How you get in Ancona from the train station to the ferry port: It is a distance of 2 kilometres from Ancona railway station to the port. You can either walk which will take about 30 minutes. Or you travel by bus line number 12 or 20. Frequent departures are available. The bus journey time is 10 minutes. You will arrive at the „Ancona Ferries Terminal“, the departure place of all ferry companies. The bus ticket price is 1.50 EUR. Show your boarding pass (if you have it already) and you may travel for free. How you get in Patras from the ferry port to the train station: You will arrive at the „New Port“ of Patras, which is 2 kilometres in the south of the railway station. Either walk within 30 minutes along the promenade or use the bus line number 18 to get to the railway station. It is a journey time of 10 minutes with hourly departures. The bus ticket price is 1,20 EUR. From Patras continue your journey by OSE train to Athens and other destinations in Greece. In Patras you have a second port: the North Port which serves ferry routes to the Ionian Sea. Take bus line 18 or walk from the railway station within 10 minutes.

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2c Travelling from Patras (Greece) to Athens (Greece)

3a travelling from rome (italy) to venice (italy).

Travel from Rome to Venice by direct high-speed-train (Frecciargento, Frecciarossa or Italo). The journey time is four hours. The ticket price starts at 29 EUR. There are train connections at least every hour.

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3b Travelling from Venice (Italy) to Patras (Greece)

Travel from Venice to Patras by ferry. The journey time is 32 hours and the ticket price starts at 90 EUR. The ferry company Superfast Ferries / ANEK Lines serves this route. You will find these service categories on board of the ferry: - standard inclinable seats which are the cheapest travel option - shared cabins with beds: you share the cabin and the shower and toilet with other travellers. - private cabins: from standard to luxury cabins with private bed, shower and toilet. This is the best option if you want privacy, travel with your family or friends. The check-in time is two hours prior to departure. How you get in Venice from the train station to the ferry terminal: Leave the train station „Venezia Mestre“ on the back side to the South. Walk along „Via Ulloa“ for about 250 meters. At the roundabout you see right hand the bus stop „Giovannacci Ulloa“. The bus line number 16 takes you to the bus stop „Moranzani Elettronica“. The bus departure is hourly to the full hour. It is a journey time of 15 minutes. From the bus stop you have to walk 800 meters to the ferry terminal, see the sign. The bus ticket price is 1,50 EUR and available at a ticket machine or via app. New information says that the bus line 16 also stops directly in front of the ferry terminal at the bus stop „Via Aautostrade del Mare“. How you get in Patras from the ferry port to the train station: You will arrive at the „New Port“ of Patras, which is 2 kilometers in the south of the railway station. Either walk within 30 minutes along the promenade or use the bus line number 18 to get to the railway station. It is a journey time of 10 minutes with hourly departures. The bus ticket price is 1,20 EUR. From Patras continue your journey by OSE train to Athens and other destinations in Greece. In Patras you have a second port: the North Port which serves ferry routes to the Ionian Sea. Take bus line 18 or walk from the railway station within 10 minutes.

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• Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) Rome 47 min 22 km
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Routes : New York City to Greece, Italy and Spain.

How to book : Browse Google Flights, then book directly with the airline.

Travel dates : From July through February; holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve) are included for some routes.

Sample flights

This sale includes nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to:

• Athens International Airport (ATH)
• Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
• Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
• Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
• Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport (FCO)

I used Google Flights to scour for the best prices, because I find the interface more user-friendly than Delta's site. I started with Spain and found flights in late summer from JFK to BCN for $2,522 round-trip.

To give you an idea of how good a deal this is, Google Flights says this route usually costs about double the price.

You can fly nonstop from JFK to MAD for $2,526 round-trip.

We found this price on several itineraries in November and early 2025.

You can also save big on a late-summer jaunt to Italy. We found seats from New York City to Milan in late July and August for $2,541.

That's an excellent price, and since it's on Delta's A330-900 jets, you get to enjoy the latest and greatest Delta One product.

It can get really hot in Italy in August, but it might be worth taking this flight — it offers a large discount on a lie-flat seat across the Atlantic.

August also has the best prices to fly in style to Rome. We found business-class seats from New York City to Rome for $2,553.

We told you earlier that this sale included travel over the major holidays. If you want to spend Thanksgiving in Italy, you can book business-class seats from New York City to Rome for $2,766.

There is one caveat: This is the one route we saw to Italy in this sale where Delta uses a Boeing 767 instead of one of the newer Airbus A330s. Still, that's a fantastic price.

What about Greece, you ask? We found decent availability around Thanksgiving for flights to Athens for $2,630 round-trip. The same price was also available in December, making it a good option for a family vacation during the holiday break.

Related: 10 things no one tells you about ... Athens, Greece

Maximize your purchase

When you book this deal or any flights, be sure to use a credit card that earns bonus points on airfare purchases, such as:

• Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card : 2 points per dollar spent on travel
• American Express® Gold Card : 3 points per dollar spent on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through amextravel.com
• The Platinum Card® from American Express : 5 points per dollar spent on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel (on up to $500,000 of these purchases per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar)
• Citi Premier® Card ( see rates and fees ): 3 points per dollar spent on airfare
• Chase Sapphire Reserve® : 3 points per dollar spent on travel

Bottom line

This is a good time to enjoy rare savings on business-class seats to Greece. And if you book your trip in the fall, you'll be able to enjoy the endless antiquities and sites when there's nice weather and sparse crowds.

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Editorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.

'Expensive in every way': What travelers should expect this summer

Summer travel in 2024 will be "expensive in every way," said Katharine Nohr. And she should know.

She's planning a two-week adventure to Europe in June, which starts with a marathon flight from Honolulu to Zurich, where she'll speak at a conference. Then, she's hopscotching across Europe – to Vienna, then on to the Olympics. Nohr made plans to be in Nantes, France, to watch a soccer game, in Lille for basketball, and in Paris for gymnastics, boxing, and swimming.

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All told, it'll set her back five figures despite her best efforts, which include flying economy class and staying in the lowest-priced hotels. 

"The trip is pricey, even with my efforts to economize," said Nohr, an attorney from Honolulu. "But it's a once-in-my-life adventure." 

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Summer travelers are pursuing exciting, expensive vacations

Nohr is part of a wave of travelers who are making big plans for this summer. The itineraries are exciting – and expensive. 

Pretty much every barometer of travel intent is up for the summer travel season. Inflation and unemployment are low, and consumer sentiment and curiosity are high, fueling an unprecedented interest in travel during the summer of 2024. 

"Bookings are rising," said Susan Sherren, who runs Couture Trips , a travel agency. "Unfortunately, hotel, tour, and air prices are not falling. So, if you plan on hitting the road this summer, make sure you are willing to splash some cash."

Travel companies say they're overwhelmed with summer reservations.

"The travel economy is booming," said Joe Ialacci, owner of Yacht Hampton Boating Club , a company that rents yachts in Sag Harbor, New York. He's seeing a 40% increase in rentals this summer compared to last year as Americans shift some of their vacation dollars to domestic destinations.

Prices aren't the only thing trending higher. People's expectations for their summer vacation are also higher than at any time since the pandemic, said Sangeeta Sadarangani, CEO of Crossing , a multinational travel agency headquartered in London. 

"They're embracing the unknown," she said.

And one of the great unknowns is travel prices. How much higher will they be?

What will prices be like this summer?

It depends on where you're going. There's good news if you're traveling within the U.S.: flights and hotels are a little less expensive than last summer . But they're rising elsewhere. Here's the breakdown:

• Airfares are mixed. Domestic roundtrip airfares for summer will peak at $315 per ticket, according to the travel platform Hopper . Flights to Europe are cheaper, too. They've fallen 10% from last year to $882. But flights to South America are up 2% and flights to Canada have risen 7%. You'll pay an average of $708 to fly south of the border and $419 to head north.
• U.S. hotel rates are down. Domestically, they're about the same as last year at an average of $206 per night.
• Car rental prices are rising. Average domestic car rental rates are only up 3% this summer to $42 per day on a four-day rental, according to Hopper. 

But you can avoid the high prices with a little strategic planning, experts say.

What to avoid this summer

American travelers are becoming more predictable in their summer vacation choices, said John Lovell, president of Travel Leaders Group . Immediately after the pandemic, they embarked on "revenge" vacations to far-flung locations. Now they're returning to more conventional vacations.

"We continue to see U.S. travelers heading back to the more traditional locations across Europe this year, like London, Rome, Athens and Munich," he said.

There are places that will be exceptionally busy – and exceptionally pricey – this summer.

• Paris during the Olympics. The Olympic Games are taking place in Paris this summer. Rooms are more than double the normal rates . which is typical of the Olympics. Paris is already crowded with tourists during the summer, so you can probably imagine what it will be like with the Olympics. Zut, alors!
• Taylor Swift is touring Europe this summer. Prices will be higher and the crowds will be denser. "If you aren't planning to attend one of her concerts, I recommend planning around those European cities when she's there," said Betsy Ball, co-founder of Euro Travel Coach . (Want to know if your schedules overlap? Here's Taylor Swift's concert schedule .)
• Other big summer events. Even if you steer clear of Taylor and the Olympics, you're still not out of the woods. There's the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament in Germany in June. There's the Tour de France in July, which begins in Florence and finishes in Nice. France is also hosting the Paralympic Games in August and September, which will take place in Paris, Nice, Marseille and Bordeaux.

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When is the best time to book a 2024 summer vacation?

Since this is going to be a busy one, the sooner you book, the better. Hopper recommends buying your airfare two to three months before your departure for domestic flights, and for international – well, it's probably too late to get that rock-bottom fare. If you're reading this in April, you can still find something for late August or early September, according to its airfare experts.

As always, you can save money by booking a flight for midweek instead of on the weekend – and, of course, by keeping far, far away from the big travel holidays like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day. 

Also, if you're going overseas, remember their holiday calendar is different. For example, half of Europe shuts down during August for summer vacation. It's worth a look-up, otherwise, you could face some real disappointments.

Strategies for traveling better during the summer

One tactic that consistently works is splitting your getaway into two sections. Take that required summer vacation with your family somewhere less expensive during the high season. Then, wait until shoulder season for the big trip. 

That's what Ross Copas, a retired electrician from Tweed, Canada, is doing during the summer of 2024. It's a road trip across the northern U.S. by motorcycle – New York to Washington State, and then back east through Canada. 

Then he's heading to Amsterdam in September for a 23-day European river cruise. He said the late summer getaway will be costly, but he doubts fares will fall anytime soon. "So price be damned," he added.

Actually, that's pretty smart. I took the same cruise he's planning on Viking River Cruises many years ago, and it was worth every penny.

With hotel rates rising in some places this summer, this is the right time to consider alternatives. Monica Fish, a writer from Glen Rock, N.J., is headed to Ireland to catch one of Taylor Swift's performances. She said hotel rooms in Dublin are overpriced if they're even available. But Fish found an affordable vacation rental. 

"We just had to book it farther in advance than we normally would," she said. 

Go ahead, follow the crowds this summer

I think it's fine to follow the crowds this summer. I'll be doing it. I'm planning to rent an apartment for a month in Switzerland with Blueground, a long-term apartment rental company. Then I'm crashing on a friend's sofa in Spain, then heading to Sweden to see other friends and visiting my brother in Finland. Yes, travel writers know people everywhere . 

But don't follow the crowds off a cliff. There are places even I won't go. I might take the four-hour train trip from Zurich to Paris in June to check out my favorite patisseries, but I wouldn't go anywhere near the City of Lights during the summer games in July unless I made a reservation a long time ago.

And Taylor Swift? Puh-leeze. I'm more of a jazz guy.

Christopher Elliott  is an author, consumer advocate, and journalist. He founded  Elliott Advocacy , a nonprofit organization that helps solve consumer problems. He publishes  Elliott Confidential , a travel newsletter, and the  Elliott Report , a news site about customer service. If you need help with a consumer problem, you can  reach him here  or email him at  [email protected] .

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The Best European Wellness Retreats For Some Much-Needed R&R

From Ibiza to Crete

Thankfully, as our need to escape has increased, the options out there have become more varied and specialised. Whether you’re longing for a digital detox, want to reignite your passion for yoga, or need to show your skin some love, there’s a wellness retreat for you.

Below, find the best European wellness retreats out there. From a spiritual escape in Athens, a luxury getaway to St. Tropez, to a tranquil stay in Lake Garda.

Athens: for those looking for a spiritual escape

Refocus on your life plan at Travelgems four night ‘Longevity Retreat’ in Cape Sounio, Greece. Renowned author and spiritual leader, Dr. Deepak Chopra will teach guests to empower themselves with the tools and knowledge to lead a life with purpose. Hosted at a boutique resort on the Athens Riveria, the Grecotel hotel sits in a nature reserve amid ancient ruins, a short drive from Athens. Its private beaches on the cusp of the Aegean Sea overlook the legendary Temple of Poseidon. There’s no better setting to recentre yourself.

Italy: for those looking for tranquility

Cape of Senses in Italy know that one night away isn’t enough. That’s why there’s a three-night minimum stay for their spa hideaway. Overlooking Lake Garda, the scenery takes centre stage with jaw-dropping views of the lake, mountains and blue skies - a constant reminder that your to-do lists can be forgotten about. And just incase you couldn’t quite shake the thought of your daily routine, a treatment at the spa will do the trick. Finish your days with a guided mediation on the yoga deck or a sunset dinner cruise. Cape of Senses will leave you feeling full of life - and very spoilt.

Ibiza: for those looking to immerse themselves in local culture

Gone are the days when Ibiza was just associated with its world-renowned party scene. Yes, that is still very much thriving, but there’s so much more to the island. If you head north you’ll get to experience the island’s healing energy, brought by the free spirits who settled here in the 1970s. And there’s no better place to soak it in than at the Six Senses. The luxury spa offers tailored treatments provided by global practitioners and spiritual healers, alongside nutritional guidance. Whatever your reason for seeking respite, the Six Senses will be sure to offer the antidote you need.

St Tropez: for those looking for luxury

When we say luxury we mean luxury. Hotel Byblos in the French Riviera is where Mick and Bianca Jagger married and Grace Kelly holidayed. So what better spot to unwind. Recently undergoing a reinvention, their Sisley spa is decorated with rare marble and exotic wood, and offers a menu created with the help of a renowned shaman. Before you’ve even stepped into a treatment room you’ll feel calmer thanks to their new ‘Eaux Rêvées’ Turkish baths and waterfalls. Hotel Byblos’ pièce-de-résistance ? Here you don’t book treatments, you book time and the experts decide how you spend it.

Crete: for fitness fanatics

If you destress by increasing your heartrate, personal trainer and nutrition coach Jenny Fisher’s ‘Get Salty’ Travelgems retreat is the one for you. With an aim to build physical and mental strength, the six-day retreat uses HIIT classes alongside nutritional advice and mindfulness, for a 360-degree approach to wellness. Set at the secluded Cretan Malia Park in Crete, Greece, you’ll be able to recuperate after a morning of movement at it’s private beach or one of it’s sustainable and locally sourced restaurants. You’ll leave feeling ready to take on the world.

Rome: for a city escape

It’s hard to believe the Bulgari Hotel is new to the city of Rome, given it’s their hometown and the capital has been a constant source of inspiration for the brand. But it’s true what they say; the best things in life are worth waiting for. Located in the heart of the Campo Marzio, the hotel is perfect for those looking to switch off from their day-to-day without cutting themselves off from humanity. You can experience Italy’s hustle and bustle and then retreat to the Bulgari hotel’s splendor when you need to indulge in some serious R&R. The spa has to be seen to be believed. Channelling its Roman heritage, think shimmering mosaics (which draw inspiration from motifs used in the celebrated Baths of Caracalla), and glittering gold. Spa treatments have been designed by Augustinus Bader, so you know you’re in good hands.

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What Summer Travel to Europe Will Look Like This Year

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When travel journalist Jenn Rice decided to spend July and August in Italy and Croatia last year, she wasn’t expecting to be spending most of her time indoors. “It was very very hot, so I booked museum tickets during peak days or just lounged around in my room with a spritz and a book until the sun set.” In Dubrovnik she tried escaping to the sea for a cool dip, but everyone else had the same idea—resulting in sweaty, overcrowded beaches. “In Rome , gelato melted faster than the speed of light,” she says.

Come summer, major attractions like the Spanish Steps in Rome are thronged by international tourists and vacationing Europeans.

Rome and Dubrovnik weren’t the only European destinations overcome with heat. To travel in Europe in the summer of 2023 was to experience first-hand a single season of contrasting extremes. Temperatures swung from hot and dry to cold and wet, and heatwaves broke out across several of the most heavily touristed destinations, with temperatures reaching upwards of 100°F. In Northern Greece, wildfires broke out —the worst experienced there in 20 years —destroying homes, forests, and vineyards.

Yet in the midst of it all, the continent also saw record-breaking tourist numbers —the highest since pre-pandemic levels—even as hotel prices swelled and airfares hit peaks. From scenic escapes like Bellagio in Como and Taormina in Sicily (where the White Lotus effect was on full display) to bucket-list cities like Paris and Madrid , much of touristed Europe was completely overwhelmed.

“We had people calling us from Athens and Rome asking us to get them out [to somewhere cooler in Europe], because it was too hot and too crowded,” recalls Jan Sortland , founder of Scandinavia specialists Norwegian Adventures.

International tourists weren’t the only ones thronging these spots. According to the European Travel Commission , most Europeans took their vacations before the peak month of August, with Italy and France being their top destinations. This resulted in packed crowds at all the major attractions. For John Canning, an LA-based executive who traveled to Paris in July, the crowds were eye-opening. “We didn’t anticipate that everything we would want to see was sold out. We only got Musée d’Orsay tickets through our concierge at a substantial premium and could not get into the Louvre full stop,” he says.

Rice says the summer taught her to plan her travel differently this year—and beyond: “I’m going to try and do coastal Italy early in May, and if I decide to travel in Europe this summer it will be either Asturias in Northern Spain or the Julian Alps in Slovenia to keep cool."

She’s not alone—according to the travel specialists we spoke with, there’s an increased interest in lesser-known destinations offering a more laid back (and cooler) holiday. “Our guests are asking after places where they can be outdoors, yet have access to wine & foodie experiences and culture. Slovenia is a great example of where you can have all that without being overwhelmed with the heat; the Dolomites in Italy is another,” says Rachael Mendizabal, Europe travel specialist at Scott Dunn . Richard Hyde, COO at Small Luxury Hotels of the World , is seeing similar trends across their European portfolio: “Guests seem to be gravitating towards alternative destinations—Milos instead of Mykonos and Slovenia instead of Spain.”

Norway is a popular destination this summer, offering cooler weather and a myriad ways to be active outside, exploring the islands and fjords.

A big part of that shift will play into Sortland’s area of expertise: Northern Europe. With the Med getting too hot to handle, experts predict that tourism will shift northwards. “We’re seeing a lot of interest in Copenhagen and Stockholm for the cultural experience, and then onward to Norway for the nature. Currently, the fjords are still a favorite but Norway is a large country and there’s so much more to see—the Helgeland coast for example with its beautiful coastline and mountainous islands,” he says. The draw is a more moderate temperature and unique outdoor experiences. “ Iceland is a big favorite right now with the Northern lights being the most active this year from September through March,” says Mendizabal.

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In turn, for many, the more standard city breaks will fall later in the year. “Athens and Rome will always be desirable destinations, but we’ve seen an uptick in many people preferring to go there in May and October to swerve crowds,” says Carolyn Addison, head of product at Black Tomato , noting the weather in fall has been stable lately and enticing to travelers not tied to school holidays.

With this increased flexibility, shoulder season will become tricker to define, according to Mendizabal. Thanks to hotels extending their season as demand shifts to almost year-round and the high-season pricing window getting longer, the days of “scooping a deal in September are likely over.” At Jumeirah Palace in Capri , the season now runs from March to the end of December. “Thanks to the good weather, guests are staying longer than in the past,” says Ermanno Zanini, regional vice president at Jumeirah Group, Southern Europe and United Kingdom.

Castello di Vicarello in Tuscany 's Maremma countryside has traditionally stayed open in March and November. “We're pushing the low season as much as possible because we truly believe it is a wonderful time to discover Tuscany. There is so much for guests to enjoy from hiking to mountain biking, truffle hunting, and wine tastings,” says owner Neri Baccheschi Berti.

Crucially, traveling in the shoulder and off seasons isn't just about avoiding the crowds; it’s knowing that seasonal destinations are multi-dimensional, with year-round appeal. “One of my favorite things to do in cooler weather is to hike to the peak of Mount Solaro, with its beautiful views of the town of Capri and the bay of Marina Piccola with the Faraglioni, as well as Anacapri. You also see plenty of wintering birds on the island,” says Zanini.

Zanini adds that they are in talks with the island's municipality to consider what it would take to stay open in February and March, traditionally strictly closed off. “It's not as straightforward as you think. There’s a lot of infrastructure that needs to be geared towards the low season: restaurants need to stay open, as do shops, and guides need to be available; it can’t just be the hotel,” he adds.

However, with staying open longer, there’s a real opportunity to engage local communities year-round, not to mention stabilize the hiring pool—and improve work culture. “We’ve already seen the positive impact of a longer season for our partners on the ground and locals in the hospitality and tourism sector,” says Addison, who adds that shifts in travel seasons are far from a fleeting trend. “This pattern for more year-round travel will continue to pick up pace in 2025—and beyond," she says.

Travel specialists are quick to point out that even with some of this rebalancing, summer this year and next will continue to see high demand for travel to—and within—Europe. According to Hayley Berg, chief economist at Hopper, while airfare remains higher than at this time in 2019, 40% of all searches for international trips this summer are to Europe, in line with last year and slightly higher than in 2019.

“Sure, we think that traveler numbers on the Côte d'Azur will smooth out through the year, but summer will certainly remain the festive season—only it will be longer,” says Lucie Weill, owner of wellness retreat Lily of the Valley near St. Tropez , which sees its faire share of packed streets and crowded beaches come summer. Weill adds that the hotel has seen success in extending its season.

For travel specialist Cari Gray of Gray & Co . late requests and a lack of flexibility could mean getting turned away because of a lack of availability. “Whether it’s a visit to the Vatican or dogsledding in Alaska , access is going to be very difficult. And there are only that many high-end lodges in Lapland ,” she says. Addison offers the example of Lake Como , where the best properties can often get booked up a year or two in advance during the busiest summer months. “Knowing that the top hotels and guides are getting booked up and that weather disruptions are increasingly unpredictable, clients who want to commit to the most popular summer hotspots in Europe, like the Greek islands and Sardinia are securing their bookings a year out.”

The Balearic island of Menorca is a charming escape with its rocky coves, white-sand beaches, and green rolling hills.

Ultimately, it’s not about giving up on all the places you love: just about pivoting, even if within the same country. “Why not Menorca instead of Mallorca, with its explosion of fantastic hotels and its great beach front, or Epirus in Northern Greece on the Albanian border with its Stone villages, old-growth forests, and truffle hunts instead of the islands," says Gray.

"In Italy we’re always pushing to discover new areas, even in regions that we’ve been exploring for decades like Tuscany and Umbria because new hotels are opening up regularly,” says Courtney Mundy , a travel specialist at experiential travel experts Butterfield & Robinson.

And, a word of caution for the rising favorites: “Smaller destinations in Iceland & Norway will really need to consider how to manage the higher number of visitors than ever before,” says Addison. “Parts of Iceland are overtouristed,” agrees Sortland, “so, it’s not unreasonable to think that smaller communities in Norway could eventually be at risk, too.” Whether it's through new tourist tax regimens or limits on cruise ship day-trippers to reduce crowding, a shifting tide will need more alert local governments—and as we’re swapping beaches for the mountains or Rome for Stockholm, more responsible travel habits that leave fewer traces behind.

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Cruising The Mediterranean: Athens to Naples

April 28 - May 7, 2025

Group Size: Hebridean Sky can accommodate up to 96 passengers for this voyage Price: Starting from $6,990 per person double occupancy, $10,990 single occupancy Co-sponsored with: Archaeological Institute of America, Cornell's Adult University, Williams Alumni Travel Study, Yale Alumni Academy

Trip Overview

Join us aboard the elegant 59-cabin, Hebridean Sky, for a seven-night Mediterranean cruise. This program highlights archaeological sites that are remnants of the grand civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome. Begin in Athens, with either an in-depth exploration of the Acropolis and its incomparable Parthenon, including a visit to the Acropolis Museum, or with a special tour of the private Goulandris Museum. Cruise through the Corinth Canal to see where the Oracle spoke to Greek citizens at Delphi. If you wish, go for a run on the original track at Olympia. Marvel at the 3rd c. BC Greco-Roman amphitheater at Taormina and the stunning Greek Temple of Neptune at Paestum before visiting fascinating Pompeii for a look at what the Roman life was like before Mt. Vesuvius erupted. There will also be opportunities to participate in optional pre-and post-trip extensions in Athens and Rome.

You will be joined by expert study leaders throughout this program, offering a series of illustrated lectures and informal discussions along the way. With only 59 cabins available, we encourage you to reserve your space today!

Schedule by Day

Depart the U.S. on an overnight flight to Athens, Greece.

Arrive Tuesday, April 28, and transfer to the centrally located Athens Capital Hotel—MGallery Collection adjacent to the Plaka for an orientation, welcome reception, and dinner

Overnight:  Capital Center Hotel – MGallery Collection

This morning visit the private Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens, a collection specializing in prehistoric art from the Cyclades islands, or, venture above the city to the magnificent Acropolis, home to the incredible Parthenon, and visit the Acropolis Museum. Drive to the Port of Piraeus, the largest port in Greece, and board the Hebridean Sky. This evening attend the Captain’s welcome reception and dine aboard the ship.

Overnight: Hebridean Sky

Meals: B, L, D

Cruise through the Corinth Canal, whose steep limestone walls soar nearly 300 feet overhead, before docking at Itea to climb the spectacular ruins of Delphi. Located on the slopes of Mt. Parnassus, Delphi was the influential oracular sanctuary to Apollo, considered by the ancient Greeks to be the center of the world and where the Oracle’s pronouncements were sought for centuries. Its remarkable setting and architecture evoke the same reverence today as they did thousands of years ago.

Today visit Olympia, the iconic site of the ancient Olympic Games. During the Games, the Greek citystates were bound by a truce that forbade hostilities and focused attention strictly on athletic competition. Here visit the temples, stadium, sanctuary, and stoa and view the museum’s impressive statues and artifacts. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to race on the original Olympic track.

Founded around 734 B.C. by Greek Corinthians, Siracusa was conquered and ruled by Romans, Saracens, Byzantines, Normans, and Ottomans, who each left a legacy of archaeological treasures that have earned the city UNESCO World Heritage status. Continue to the adjacent fortified island of Ortygia with highlights including Cathedral Square and a Jewish mikveh (bath). Later, in a nearby private palazzo dating back to the Middle Ages, enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a nobleman and admire a collection of etchings of ancient Siracusa and Sicily. This evening either join an after-dark architectural walk or explore independently before returning to the ship.

Today choose between three excursion options: 1) An early departure for the slopes of Mt. Etna to see the Silvestri Crater with an opportunity to ride the cable car to the summit; 2) A visit to the 3rd century B.C. Greco-Roman theater at Taormina followed by free time in town; 3) A journey through the Sicilian countryside for a hike in Alcantara Gorge, an impressive canyon formed by the Alcantara River and lava flows from Mt. Etna.

Dock this morning in Salerno for a short drive to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Paestum, an ancient Greek city famous for its three excellently preserved Doric Greek temples, dating from 550 to 450 BC. Marvel at the magnificent Temple of Neptune—the most complete of the three temples—which is said to be modeled after the Temple of Zeus in Olympia. This afternoon cruise along the picturesque Amalfi Coast to Sorrento, a small coastal city famous for its sea cliffs.

Sorrento, with its spectacular views over the Bay of Naples, is the base for today’s excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Roman Pompeii. This ancient city was buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79 and its well-preserved ruins continue to provide a unique glimpse into ancient Roman daily life. View the fascinating ruins of Pompeii and uncover an ancient city frozen in time.

Disembark in Naples this morning and transfer to Naples-Capodichino International Airport for flights home or begin the optional post-tour extension in Rome.

Per Person, Double Occupancy

• Category A, Standard Cabin: $6,990 per person
• Category B, Standard Cabin: $7,990 per person
• Category C, Superior Cabin: $9,490 per person
• Category D, Premium Cabin: $10,990 per person
• Category E, Corner Suite: $11,990 per person
• Category F, Deluxe Balcony Suite: $13,490 per person
• Category G, Owner's Corner Balcony Suite: $14,490
• Category H, Hebridean Suite: $16,490 per person

Single Occupancy

• Category A, Standard Cabin: $10,990
• Category B, Standard Cabin: $12,790
• Category C, Superior Cabin: $15,190

Accommodations

• 1 night Athens Capital Center Hotel - MGallery Collection
• 7 nights aboard the Hebridean Sky
• Optional Pre-tour Extension in Athens; Post-Tour Extension in Rome: Information forthcoming

What to Expect

This is a moderately active program with considerable walking most days, often on cobblestoned and uneven terrain, and extended periods of standing. Participants must be in good health and able to keep up with the group with limited assistance from tour staff. Many historic buildings and archaeological sites do not have elevators, and you’ll occasionally encounter steps without handrails. These adventure-filled days are offset by relaxing time spent cruising at sea, with the opportunity to enjoy the ship’s amenities and the full lecture program.

Anyone with a serious medical problem, whose medical situation might be adversely affected by active travel, or who might have difficulty walking, should not consider this program.

This promises to be a memorable journey, but as with all travel, a flexible attitude, a spirit of adventure, and a willingness to explore new areas will enhance your enjoyment of this program. You do not have to participate in all of the scheduled activities, except when traveling to the next destination. We are sure you will be pleased with the exciting educational program provided, but we want you to be aware of the pace and activity level.

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