Greece + Turkey

Expedition Dates: 

July 17 - 29, 2026: CLOSED

Cost: 

$4495 + Airfare

Ages:

Worldwide youth ages 15-19

Trip Pace:

Moderate

Physical Activity:

Moderate

Highlights:

Sail the Greek Isles, snorkel and swim, explore the Acropolis, fly in a hot air balloon, stay in cave hotels, visit underground cities, go four wheeling and horseback riding.

Vaccine Requirements:

None

Visa Requirement:

None

International Airport:

Athens International Airport (AIA)

About This Trip

Fly into Athens, Greece and spend the morning exploring the Acropolis and Parthenon. Climb aboard a private chartered yacht equipped with our own captain and skipper that we will call home for the next 7 days while we sail and explore the Greek Isles! Snorkeling, swimming, and picturesque landscapes will be enjoyed as we set sail to multiple islands in the Saronic Gulf. This will be an adventure of a lifetime!

Get your land legs back as we get on a flight and head to Cappadocia, Turkey (Included in trip fees). Have you ever dreamed of flying in hot air balloons over what are known as fairy chimneys? Stay in caves which became famous for its unique landscape. Explore underground caves and learn about early Christians who had to live underground in caves up to 15 stories deep where to avoid being killed for their beliefs. Go four wheeling and horseback riding among the unique landscape and try your hand at throwing pottery.

Itinerary is subject to change due to group size and availability.
YOUR TRIP LEADER

Lindsay Bowen

Lindsay partners with her husband, Justin, to bring Illuminate Youth Trips to life. Lindsay brings a love for the youth, a Master’s of Science in Leadership, and a passion for humanity and culture on every trip that she leads - resulting in an amazing balance of fun, exploration, and service!

Lindsay has always felt her purpose is to be a connector between people – those who want to serve and those across the world in need of help. In 2020, she founded ROAM Humanitarian, a non-profit organization giving adults and families meaningful humanitarian experiences around the world.

Lindsay, Justin, and their four incredible children live in the mountains of Heber, Utah. She loves the sun on her skin, old + new friends, sunsets, being a mother, laughing until it hurts, and authentic human connection.