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Greek Islands Adventure 2026

Science and culture from Ancient Greece to today

Applications now being accepted!

Thank you for your interest in our trip to the Greek Islands in 2026! Origins Project travel adventures often fill up quickly. To make sure every guest has an exceptional experience, we ask everyone to submit an application so we can thoughtfully curate the travel group.

This helps us create the best match for the trip: great conversations, curious travelers, and engaging, inquisitive lectures, alongside a well-balanced, diverse mix of perspectives, professions, and experiences.

Please submit your application below. Due to high demand and limited space, completing an application does not guarantee a spot. We review applications on a rolling basis and will reach out all applicants quickly. Those who are approved will then need to pay a $1,000 non-refundable deposit.

Trip Pricing:

Greek Sailing: $4,500 USD per person (double occupancy) | $6,750 USD per person (single occupancy)

Cyprus Adventure Add-On: $2,000 USD per person

Please see full inclusions and exclusions on the travel page.

IF YOU ARE TRAVELING WITH SOMEONE, EACH PERSON MUST COMPLETE THEIR OWN APPLICATION. PLEASE ENTER YOUR TRAVEL PARTNER IN THE FORM BELOW.

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Cabin details

Meet Your Speakers

Additional Speakers To Be Announced…

Lawrence Krauss

Bestselling author and renowned theoretical physicist

Solveig Lucia Gold

Senior Fellow, American Council of Trustees and Alumni

Joshua T. Katz

Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute

Travel Itinerary

Days 1 to 3

17 to 19 July 2026 | Cyprus arrival and coastal culture

Settle into Limassol at NYX Hotel, enjoy Lady’s Mile beach and sunset with a movie, then head to the Ancient Theatre of Kourion for an evening piano recital and academic talks under the stars.

Days 4 to 6

20 to 22 July 2026 | Limassol leisure, Famagusta and Blue Lagoon, then Athens

Free time in Limassol, followed by a day trip to Famagusta’s Ghost Town and a Blue Lagoon swim. Then transfer to Larnaca Airport and continue to Athens, checking into the Royal Olympic near the Acropolis.

Days 7 to 9

23 to 25 July 2026 | Acropolis highlights and embark M/S Galileo

Guided Acropolis tour, then transfer to Marina Zeas to board M/S Galileo. Sail to Poros for evening strolls and continue with a swim stop at pristine Poliegos before arriving to explore Folegandros.

Days 10 to 12

26 to 28 July 2026 | Santorini, Paros and Antiparos, Delos and Mykonos

Santorini with an optional excursion and caldera sunsets, then swim at Antiparos with optional Paros touring. Finish with the prebooked Delos excursion and afternoon time in Mykonos.

 

Days 13 to 14

29 to 30 July 2026 | Syros discoveries and farewell sail

Syros with an optional guided tour, then a final swim stop at Kythnos and a sail past Cape Sounion. Captain’s farewell dinner and overnight onboard in Athens.

 

Days 15 to 16

31 July to 1 August 2026 | Athens wind-down and departure

Disembark and return to the Royal Olympic for a free afternoon in Athens, then transfer to the airport the next day for flights home.