Tour Dates: July 8 - 18, 2027

Sample Itinerary – Subject to Change

On this unforgettable journey through Greece, athletes and families will experience an incredible combination of international volleyball, ancient history, island culture, Mediterranean scenery, and unforgettable travel experiences.

The journey begins in Athens, where travelers will explore some of the world’s most important ancient landmarks before athletes take the court against local Greek teams. From there, the group will visit Delphi, travel by overnight ferry to Crete, experience island life and international competition, and continue to the Peloponnese before returning to Athens.

Along the way, athletes will compete in four international volleyball matches, including opportunities to connect and share meals with local teams.

Trip Highlights

• Explore Athens, one of the world’s great historic capitals.

• Visit the iconic Acropolis and explore the streets of Plaka.

• Compete in four international volleyball matches against Greek teams.

• Participate in an international training session in Athens.

• Share meals and connect with local athletes following select matches.

• Visit Delphi, one of ancient Greece’s most legendary archaeological destinations.

• Discover Heraklion and the island of Crete.

• Enjoy beach time or a possible excursion to Chania.

• Travel into the Peloponnese and stay in beautiful Nafplio.

• Visit Mycenae or Epidaurus before returning to Athens.

Walking & Accessibility

This tour includes sightseeing at historic and archaeological sites where travelers may encounter stairs, hills, cobblestones, and uneven surfaces. The itinerary also includes hotel changes, possible ferry travel, and transportation between destinations.

Travelers with mobility concerns should contact ABSA before registering to discuss the itinerary and scheduled activities.

International travel is part of the adventure!

When traveling outside the United States, you will experience different customs, traditions, foods, accommodations, sporting facilities, transportation systems, and ways of life. Things may not always operate or look exactly as they do at home—and that's part of experiencing another country.

Gyms, facilities, equipment, competition levels, match formats, and game-day experiences may differ from what athletes are accustomed to in the United States.

Some matches may be highly competitive, while others focus more on cultural exchange, sportsmanship, and sharing our love of volleyball with athletes from another country.

Regardless of the opponent or facility, ABSA athletes are representing their team, their families, the United States, and ABSA. We expect athletes and travelers to approach every experience with respect, flexibility, and a spirit of adventure.

We encourage you to research your destination to enhance your experience. Tools like Google Street View are a great way to explore the area in advance.

All travelers under the age of 18 must travel with a parent or legal guardian unless an alternative arrangement has been specifically approved by ABSA.

Parents and legal guardians remain responsible for the supervision of their minor traveler throughout the tour.

Protect Your Trip

Travel insurance is strongly encouraged for all ABSA travelers.

ABSA does not provide individual or group travel insurance. Travelers may purchase coverage from the provider of their choice.

ABSA partners with InsureMyTrip, a travel insurance comparison platform that allows travelers to compare plans from multiple insurance providers and select coverage appropriate for their individual needs.

When comparing policies, travelers may want to consider coverage for:

• Trip cancellation

• Trip interruption

• Airline delays or cancellations

• Lost or delayed baggage

• Illness or injury

• Medical treatment while traveling internationally

• Emergency medical transportation or evacuation

• Other unexpected circumstances that could affect travel

Coverage varies significantly between policies. Travelers should carefully review the policy's terms, exclusions, coverage limits, and eligibility requirements before purchasing.

We recommend speaking directly with a licensed travel insurance representative if you have questions about the coverage appropriate for your circumstances.

Purchasing travel insurance is the individual traveler's responsibility.

International Travel Documents

A valid passport is required for international travel.

To travel to Greece, you must have a valid passport. U.S. citizens traveling to any destination outside the United States are required to present a valid U.S. passport. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date.

Each traveler is responsible for ensuring they have all documentation necessary to enter Greece, transit through any connecting country, and return to the United States.

Requirements may include:

• A valid passport

• Required passport validity

• Visa or travel authorization, when applicable

• Transit documentation

• Entry or exit forms

• Documentation required when traveling with minors

• Any additional requirements established by the destination or transit country

The name on your airline reservation must match your travel documents.

Entry and transit requirements can change. Travelers should verify the current requirements applicable to their citizenship, itinerary, and connecting countries well before departure.

U.S. citizens should review current international travel and destination information through the U.S. Department of State at travel.state.gov.

Travelers who are citizens of another country should verify requirements with the appropriate embassy or consulate.

Failure to obtain required documentation may result in denied boarding or denied entry and does not qualify a traveler for a refund from ABSA.

Travel and entry requirements are subject to change. Travelers are responsible for verifying current requirements before departure.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

All trip deposits and balance payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.

A $250 non-refundable deposit per traveler is required to secure a place on the tour.

Because unexpected circumstances can prevent travel, ABSA strongly encourages travelers to consider appropriate travel insurance.

Payments

ABSA offers several options to make international travel more manageable:

• Payment Plan: Remaining payments are divided according to the payment schedule provided during registration.

• Automatic Payments: Scheduled payments may automatically draft from the payment method provided during registration.

• Affirm Financing: Financing may be available for eligible travelers.

• Fundraising: Travelers are welcome to utilize fundraising opportunities to help offset their individual trip costs.

All balances must be paid according to the established payment schedule to maintain your reservation.

Please Do Not Book Flights Yet

Airfare is not included in the tour price.

ABSA will provide the official arrival airport, departure airport, travel dates, and required arrival/departure time windows once flight parameters are finalized.

Based on this itinerary, travelers should anticipate:

📍 Arrival: Athens, Greece
📍 Departure: Athens, Greece

Because this itinerary begins and ends in Athens, travelers should anticipate booking a round-trip itinerary through Athens once ABSA releases the official flight parameters.

Travelers who arrive before the official tour begins or remain after the tour are responsible for any transportation or accommodations outside the official ABSA itinerary unless otherwise stated.

Please wait for official ABSA flight parameters before purchasing non-refundable airfare.

Experience Greece from its ancient capital to its legendary islands and historic Peloponnese on an unforgettable journey combining international volleyball competition, cultural experiences, history, and Mediterranean adventure.

Compete internationally. Experience Greece with your family. Build friendships with athletes from across the United States and abroad. ABSA tours combine sport, culture, connection, and adventure to create experiences that go far beyond the court.

Sample itinerary. Activities, competition schedules, accommodations, transportation, and order of events are subject to change.

Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Depart the United States on an overnight flight to Athens, where your Greek journey begins.

Welcome to Greece! Arrive in Athens and begin your journey exploring one of the world’s most historic cities.

• Arrive at Athens International Airport.

• Meet the group and transfer by private coach.

• Enjoy an orientation walk and introduction to Athens.

• Gather for a group welcome dinner.

• Settle in for your first night in Greece.

Experience the history and energy of Athens as you explore one of the world's most celebrated ancient landmarks before athletes prepare for international competition.

• Visit the legendary Acropolis of Athens.

• Discover the historic streets and lively atmosphere of Plaka.

• Enjoy time experiencing the culture, shops, and cafés of Athens.

• Athletes participate in an afternoon volleyball training session.

• Enjoy a group dinner together.

Enjoy more time discovering Greece's capital before athletes take the court for their first international match of the tour.

• Enjoy free time to explore Athens.

• Experience the city at your own pace with time for shopping, sightseeing, or cafés.

• Compete in Match 1 against local Greek competition.

• Connect with the opposing team over dinner together after the match.

Continue your Athens experience and return to the court for another opportunity to compete and connect with the local volleyball community.

• Enjoy time in Athens before the day's competition.

• Compete in Match 2 or participate in a joint practice game with another local club.

• Meet and interact with Greek athletes and coaches.

• Enjoy dinner together with the local team.

Travel beyond Athens to discover one of Greece's most important archaeological destinations before beginning an overnight journey across the Aegean Sea.

• Travel by private coach to Delphi.

• Explore the historic site and learn about its importance in the ancient Greek world.

• Return toward Athens and prepare for the journey to Crete.

• Board an overnight ferry to the island.

• Enjoy a group dinner aboard the ferry.

Wake up in Crete and experience a completely different side of Greece before returning to the court for another international matchup.

• Arrive in Heraklion, Crete.

• Enjoy time to explore and experience the island.

• Discover the atmosphere and culture of one of Greece's most famous islands.

• Compete in Match 3 against local Greek competition.

• Enjoy dinner together with the local team.

Take a break from competition and spend the day experiencing the landscapes, culture, and Mediterranean lifestyle that make Crete unforgettable.

• Enjoy beach time or an excursion to Chania, depending on the final itinerary.

• Experience Crete's beautiful coastline and Mediterranean scenery.

• Enjoy time exploring, relaxing, and experiencing local culture.

• Gather for a group dinner.

Leave Crete behind and continue to mainland Greece, traveling into the historic Peloponnese for the final international volleyball competition of the tour.

• Travel by ferry from Crete to mainland Greece.

• Continue by private coach to Nafplio.

• Experience one of Greece's most picturesque historic towns.

• Compete in Match 4 against local Peloponnese competition.

• Celebrate the final match with dinner together with the local team.

Spend your final full day exploring another remarkable piece of Greek history before returning to Athens for a farewell celebration.

• Visit Mycenae or Epidaurus, depending on the final itinerary.

• Explore one of the Peloponnese's renowned ancient sites.

• Return by private coach to Athens.

• Enjoy a farewell group dinner.

• Celebrate the experiences, friendships, and competition shared throughout the tour.

Your Greek adventure comes to an end as the group prepares for the journey home.

• Enjoy an early breakfast or breakfast box.

• Transfer by private coach to Athens International Airport.

• Check in for your return flight to the United States.

• Head home with incredible memories, new friendships, and an unforgettable international volleyball experience.