🏛️ The Journey of Odysseus: From Myth to Modern Greece 🇬🇷
What if you could follow in the footsteps of one of the greatest heroes in Greek mythology?
Homer’s Odyssey is more than an epic tale of adventure. It is a journey through breathtaking landscapes, ancient civilizations, timeless legends and the eternal longing for home. ✨
Today, modern Greece invites you to experience this legendary journey for yourself!
🌿 Stop 1: Maroneia, Thrace
Discover the land of the Cicones, explore ancient ruins and theatres and the region’s thousands-year-old winemaking traditions.
🌊 Stop 2: Corfu – The Land of the Phaeacians
Explore the island traditionally associated with mythical Scheria. From the turquoise waters of Paleokastritsa to Ermones and the UNESCO-listed Old Town, discover places steeped in Homeric legends.
🏺 Stop 3: Ithaca – The Island of Homecoming
Walk in the footsteps of Odysseus. Visit Vathy, the Bay of Dexa, the Cave of the Nymphs and Arethusa’s Spring, and discover the archaeological mysteries of the School of Homer.
🎬 Bonus Stop: Messinia – The Odyssey on the Big Screen
Explore the spectacular landscapes associated with Christopher Nolan’s cinematic adaptation of The Odyssey. Discover Voidokilia Beach, Nestor’s Cave, Methoni Castle and the beautiful coastal region of Pylos and Gialova.
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