Greece
Travel Dates: May 29-June 12, 2027
GREECE ACROSS THE AGES: ART, HUMANITIES & HONORS
APPLY AUGUST 19!
Earn Humanities or Studio Art credit while exploring the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of Greece. This immersive program takes you beyond the classroom to experience ancient temple ruins, medieval fortresses, Ottoman mosques, Byzantine churches, and charming rural villages, bringing the region’s layered cultural history to life.
From the vibrant streets of Athens to the legendary heights of Mount Olympus, and across the stunning landscapes of northern Greece, students will engage directly with the art, architecture, and traditions that define this cultural crossroads.
Participants can earn 3–6 credit hours in core Humanities, Studio Art, or Honors coursework. The Summer 2027 program includes a combination of on-campus instruction (before and after travel) and a two-week immersive experience abroad. Completion of both the classroom and travel components is required to receive academic credit.
*Most AU faculty-led programs are open to students from any major. Before applying, be sure to meet with your academic advisor to discuss how the program's courses will fit into your degree plan.
Program Eligibility: Open to all students.
International Travel & Health Information
Important Dates
Study Abroad Fair
- 9/9/2026, 10AM-1PM
- JSAC Breezeway
$200 Initial Program Fee & Application Deadline
- 12/3/2026
2nd Payment Deadline
- 1/5/2027
Flight & Airport Navigation Workshop
- 1/15/2027
Flight Purchase Window
- 1/15/2027 - 2/4/2027
Passport to Connection
- 1/20/2027, 5PM-6PM
- UH 227
Final Payment Deadline
- 2/4/2027
Sweet Send Off
- 3/9/2027, 5PM-6PM
SAO Orientation
- 4/30/2027, 2PM-4PM
Contact Us
Study Abroad Office
Summerville Campus
Suite 251
Program Cost
Estimated Program Fee
- Transportation in country
- Lodging & Some Meals
- Mandatory Excursions
- Health Insurance
Airfare
- Purchased Individually
- Students must attend a mandatory workshop before purchasing flights
Tuition & Fees
- Tuition and fees are billed at the same rate per credit hour as on-campus classes
Not included: CFAR insurance, some meals, optional excursions, and spending money.
Courses Offered
Choose Up to 2
ART 1002: Photo I for Non-Art Majors (3 credits) *must have camera that is not a cell phone
ART 2010: Marvel of Art (3 credits) | ART 4950: Artist Travel Journal (3 credits) pre-req of ART 1211, 1520, and 1530
ART 1211: Visual Art Drawing I(3 credits) | HONR 3900: Breaking Boundaries (3 credits) | Must be an Honors Student
ART 2010H: Marvel of Art (3 credits) | Must be an Honors Student
Program Leaders: Professor Brian Rust and Professor Randy Pace
This is a summer semester program. Classes meet pre- and post-travel.
*Itinerary subject to change
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MayDay One
Travel to Athens, Greece30
MayDay Two
Walking tour of Athens, group welcome dinner in the Monastiraki district in a local taverna with traditional live music. Overnight in Athens.
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MayDay Three
All day sightseeing of the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, and Areopagus. Free evening, overnight in Athens.1
JuneDay Four
Travel to Kalabaka to visit the Meteora, an UNESCO World Heritage site. Overnight in Kalabaka.2
JuneDay Five
Morning visit to the monasteries, travel to Litochoro, visit Mount Olympus, explore the town. Overnight in Litochoro.3
JuneDay Six
Hike Mount Olympus, Greece's highest mountain, visit the Monastery of St. Dionysis, lunch picnic, afternoon at the beach. Overnight in Litochoro.4
JuneDay Seven
Transfer to Thessalonica, visit to Vergina on the way, lunch in Naoussa and a visit to the award-winning Kir Yiannis Estate. Walking tour of Thessalonica with a free evening. Overnight in Thessalonica.
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JuneDay Eight
Spend the day exploring the city's most significant monuments: Roman road Via Egnatia, the Roman Arch of Galerius, the Rotunda, Ottoman mosques and baths, and synagogues. Visit the Museum of Byzantine Culture, stroll the Aristotle square to the Ladadika district. Overnight in Thessalonica.
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JuneDay Nine
Travel to the traditional village of Zagorohoria, exploring its architecture and rugged mountain landscape on foot. Overnight stay at a cozy in in Zagororhoria.
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JuneDay Ten
Take a boat to one of Greece's most picturesque islands, Corfu. Walking tour of the old town. Overnight in Corfu.
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JuneDay Eleven
Exploring old town, food tastings, and a musical heritage event. Overnight in Corfu.
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JuneDay Twelve
Free day to explore the island on your own, farewell dinner. Overnight in Corfu
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JuneDay Thirteen
Transfer to the airport, depart for home.
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JuneDay Fourteen
Arrive home.