Program Overview

Program Overview

The Italy + Greece program is a 22-day journey that takes students through 7 cities, exploring iconic landmarks, immersing in rich cultures, and building lifelong friendships. This program is more than a trip — it's a story you'll treasure forever.

Program Details

• Duration: July 6 - 27, 2026
• Destinations: Italy and Greece
• Price: From $9,395
• Included:
  • International airfare (optional)
  • One way flight from Rome to Athens
  • Accommodation in centrally located hotels
  • Ground transportation on private coach
  • Daily breakfast, dinner per itinerary
  • Sightseeing tours, entrances, and guiding
  • Gratuities ($100)
  • 24/7 adult supervision
  • Quality academic instruction

Accommodations

Every accommodation is handpicked with safety, comfort, and location in mind. Some of the hotels include:

• Hotel California Florence
• Hotel Gioberti
• The Athenian Callirhoe Exclusive Hotel
• Galatis Hotel
• New Haroula Hotel

Available OSSD Courses

Students can earn high school credits while traveling by choosing from a range of available OSSD courses taught by experienced Blyth Academy teachers. Some of the courses include:

• ENG3U: English
• ENG4U: English
• LVV4U: Classical Civilizations
• EWC4U: Writer's Craft
• ETS4U: Studies in Literature

Itinerary

The program includes a fun-filled itinerary with activities such as:

• Day 1: Journey to Europe
• Day 2: Florence, including a teacher-led stroll through Florence's historic streets and a welcome dinner featuring classic Italian flavors

Price Exclusions

The price excludes:

• Registration fee ($195)
• Lunches, snacks, and beverages during meals
• Ultimate Youth Premier Travel insurance (optional)
• Visa fees (if required, based on nationality)
• ETIAS (Electronic Travel Authorization)
• Personal spending money
• Any activities or items not listed in the itinerary

Payment Schedule

A payment of $900 is due today, with the remaining balance to be paid according to the payment schedule.