Global Perspectives from Greece offers students another great opportunity to travel and explore other cultures. 

May 2025 – Destination: Greece

Global Perspectives from Greece

Greece, the birthplace of democracy and cradle of western civilization, offers extraordinary opportunities for a rich learning experience

This customized trip for Gaston College includes breakfast, welcome and farewell dinners, housing and transportation. 

Each day will begin with an excursion into the surrounding area, followed by an instructor-led session. 

Great times, fun and friendships await you. Make plans now by completing the interest form.

GREECE 2025 ITINERARY OVERVIEW:

Day 1 – Sunday, May 18
Departure from Charlotte 

Day 2 – Monday, May 19
Arrive in Athens, Greece; Orientation Walking Tour; Welcome dinner

Day 3 – Tuesday, May 20
Athens Historical and Cultural Walking Tour; Visit Acropolis Hill and New Acropolis Museum

Day 4 – Wednesday, May 21
Cooking Class and food tasting; Travel to Delphi with en route stop in Arachova

Day 5 – Thursday, May 22
Visit to the Sanctuary of Apollo; Museum and Sanctuary of Athena; Travel to Nafplion with en route stop in Nafpaktos

Day 6 – Friday, May 23
Mycenae walking tour; Visit to Epidaurus Theatre (free time in Nafplion)

Day 7 – Saturday, May 24
Travel to Santorini by bus and ferry

Day 8 – Sunday, May 25
Panoramic coach tour of Santorini

Day 9 – Monday, May 26
Free morning in Santorini; transfer to Athens

Day 10 – Tuesday, May 27
Excursion to Cape Sounion; swim at Lake Vouliagmeni; visit to Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion

Day 11 – Wednesday, May 28
Free day in Athens

Day 12 – Thursday, May 29
Depart from Athens, Return to Charlotte 

Program Cost: $4,500-$5,675 (final cost is determined by number of participants)
Review full itinerary and trip information

Payment Information:

• Make a trip deposit of at least $600 by Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, to secure your spot on the trip.
• Pay 50% of the remaining balance by Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.
• The final payment of the remaining balance is due by Monday, March 10, 2025.

How to apply:

Step 1: Complete the interest form.

Step 2: We recommend that you have been vaccinated or have had a booster shot for Covid-19. Make copies of your shot records.

Step 3: If you do not have a passport, fill out the paperwork and get it submitted. It takes several weeks/months to get a passport back. Passports must be valid until at least six months after the trip.

Step 4: Make a $600 deposit at the College Business Office to hold your spot by Jan. 2, 2025.  This will be applied to the total program cost ($100 of the deposit is non-refundable). Payments can be made in person or over the phone by calling 704.922.6435.

Step 5: Register for the HUM 120 course for Spring 2025. All participants must register for this class.

Questions?

Please contact Michele Domenech at 704.922.6563 or [email protected].