Painted Dog Travel

Greece: Yoga & Adventure

Planned for Kelly & 11 others

Mar 19 - 29, 2027

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Darcie Smith

Painted Dog Travel

Overview


Join Colorado School of Mines Fitness for an exploration of Greece's ancient heartland, the Peloponnese Peninsula. Your adventure combines daily yoga with beach fun, hiking, biking, and the archaeological marvels of the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Historical treks, coastal sea kayaking, cross-country e-biking, artisan gastronomy, and spectacular scenery await.

Trip Details


Price, Inclusions & Exclusions

Mines Student Rate: $3,445.47 per person sharing Mines Affiliate Rate: $4,000 per person sharing Single Supplement is subject to availability and at additional cost. Please inquire. Includes: Accommodations Group flight on Turkish Airways All tran...

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Day 1 · Fri, Mar 19 · Depart USA


Flight from DEN to IST (TK202)

DEN

8:30PM

11hr 45min

IST

Mar 20, 5:15PM

IST

Mar 20, 8:30PM

1hr 30min

ATH

Mar 20, 9:00PM

Day 2 · Sat, Mar 20 · Athens


Arrival to Athens

Upon your group's arrival at Athens International Airport, a private transfer will bring you directly to your hotel in the city center. Settle in, unpack, and rest after your flight. Meals Provided: None

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Hotel Arethusa

Mar 20 – Mar 21

Nestled in the heart of Athens, beneath the iconic Acropolis Hill and surrounded by some of the city's most famous landmarks -including the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Tower of the Winds and the Temple of Olympian Zeus- the Arethusa Hotel invite...

Day 3 · Sun, Mar 21 · Epidaurus


Ancient Epidaurus & Seaside Relaxation

Check out of your Athens hotel in the morning and begin the scenic drive west, crossing the Isthmus of Corinth, into the Peloponnese Peninsula. Along the eastern coastline, continue south toward the ancient port town of Palaia Epidaurus. This is a...

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Sunny Garden Hotel

Mar 21 – Mar 27

Located amongst orange groves and just a few minutes from the port of Ancient Epidauros, this sunny garden retreat is a perfect base to explore the broader Peloponnese region. The property is spacious and well spread out with a breakfast area that...

Day 4 · Mon, Mar 22 · Epidaurus


Ancient Trails Hiking

Wake up and enjoy breakfast at the hotel with a yoga session. In the late morning, drive inland to hike the historic Mycenae-to-Prosimni trade path. This spectacular ancient route is one of the most well-preserved overland road networks from the l...

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Day 5 · Tue, Mar 23 · Epidaurus


E-bike Trek to Nafplio & Olive Oil Tasting

Enjoy breakfast at the resort, followed by an operational briefing and outfitting on your premium e-bikes. You will ride directly from Epidaurus along rolling coastal hills to the historic maritime town of Nafplio. Mid-day, roll into town, park th...

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Day 6 · Wed, Mar 24 · Epidaurus


Sunken City Kayaking & Ancient Theater

Start the day with a morning yoga session and enjoy some free time to relax by the water. At 13:00, head out for a sea kayaking adventure. Paddle along the coastline and snorkel directly over the ancient Roman Sunken City, viewing underwater walls...

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Day 7 · Thu, Mar 25 · Epidaurus


Full day Methana Volcano Trek

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel. Pack your trail gear and drive down the volcanic peninsula to Methana. In the late morning, hike the dramatic volcanic trails (Route 5b loop), climbing through striking black lava flows and old craters to a s...

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Day 8 · Fri, Mar 26


Island Paths of Poros

Enjoy breakfast by the sea, then take a quick drive down to Galatas port to catch the 5-minute local ferry over to Poros Island. Embark on a 7.5 km circular hiking loop that starts and ends at Poros Port. Climb through scenic town alleys straight ...

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Day 9 · Sat, Mar 27 · Athens


Scenic Rail Biking & Evening at the Acropolis

Enjoy breakfast, follow with resort checkout, and drive north toward Athens. Stop at Megara along the rugged coastal cliffs of Kakia Skala. Mid-day, hop onto custom-made rail-carts for an innovative rail biking tour along an old, inactive railway ...

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Hotel Arethusa

Mar 27 – Mar 28

Nestled in the heart of Athens, beneath the iconic Acropolis Hill and surrounded by some of the city's most famous landmarks -including the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Tower of the Winds and the Temple of Olympian Zeus- the Arethusa Hotel invite...

Day 10 · Sun, Mar 28 · Depart


Breakfast & Depart

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out, and board your coordinated private airport transfer back to Athens International Airport for your homebound flights. Meals Provided: Breakfast: Included at Athens Hotel

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Flight from ATH to IST (TK1844)

ATH

10:25AM

1hr 35min

IST

12:00PM

Transfer to Istanbul Hotel

Hotel in Istanbul

Courtesy of Turkish Airlines

Day 11 · Mon, Mar 29 · Home


Transfer to Istanbul Airport

Flight from IST to DEN (TK201)

IST

2:50PM

12hr 30min

DEN

6:20PM