Itinerary

Day by Day

Sixteen days, seven stops, three countries — every plan, ticket, and stretch of free time.

Stop 01 / 07·GREECE·MAY 25 – MAY 26

Athens

Ancient history meets vibrant modern culture at the birthplace of democracy.

Stay Airbnb (booked by Monica)Booking details — travelers only
01

ATHENS, GR·SUNDAY, MAY 24

Travel Day: USA to Athens

The adventure begins! Fly from the US to Athens with an overnight transatlantic flight.

Depart GSP → CLT (AA 5798)

9:04 AM

Arrive CLT 10:25 AM.

BillersTravelers only

Depart CLT → JFK (AA 2812)

11:46 AM

Arrive JFK 1:48 PM.

BillersTravelers only

Depart JFK → ATH (AA 334)

5:20 PM

Overnight flight. Meals: Dinner & Breakfast.

BillersTravelers only

Monica & Kevin fly separately

7:00a – 8:10a

United Airlines. Pensacola to Athens.

Monica & KevinTravelers only

Alexis flies separately

11:19 – 1:21

See own booking details.

AlexisTravelers only

Alexis flies separately

3:55-8:10
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02

ATHENS, GR·MONDAY, MAY 25

Arrive in Athens

Land in Athens at 10 AM. Settle into the Airbnb and explore the city at your own pace.

Arrive Athens (ATH)

10:00 AM

Billers arrive. Uber to Airbnb if Davis family arrives earlier.

Free time to explore Athens

Wander the Plaka neighborhood, grab dinner, get over jet lag.

Settle into Airbnb

Booked by Monica.

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03

ATHENS, GR·TUESDAY, MAY 26

Acropolis & Ferry to Mykonos

Morning Acropolis tour, then catch the afternoon ferry to Mykonos.

Meet for Acropolis & Parthenon walking tour

8:45 AM

Meet at KeyTours Greece S.A.

EveryoneTravelers only

Acropolis & Parthenon walking tour begins

9:00 AM

Booked via GetYourGuide

Ferry departs: Rafina → Mykonos

3:30 PM

Golden Star Ferries, Andros Queen Conventional. Arrives 8:10 PM (4h 40m). Allow plenty of time to get from central Athens to Rafina port!

EveryoneTravelers only

Airbnb mykonos billers

Airbnb billers

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Stop 02 / 07·GREECE·MAY 26 – MAY 30

Mykonos

Iconic windmills, pristine beaches, and legendary sunsets on this Cycladic gem.

Stay Airbnb Magic View Suites Mykonos #3 checkin2pmBooking details — travelers only
04

MYKONOS, GR·WEDNESDAY, MAY 27

Mykonos — Free Day

First full day on Mykonos. Beach time, explore town, or take a day trip to nearby islands.

Free day on Mykonos!

Options: beaches, explore Mykonos town, day trips to Milos, Paros, or Santorini. Perfect for island hopping, beach days, or just relaxing.

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MYKONOS, GR·THURSDAY, MAY 28

Mykonos — Free Day

Another beautiful day in the Cyclades. Soak it all in.

Free day on Mykonos!

Beaches, town exploring, island hopping — whatever you feel like.

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06

MYKONOS, GR·FRIDAY, MAY 29

Mykonos — Free Day

Last full day on Mykonos before heading to Italy tomorrow.

Free day on Mykonos!

Last day on the island. Enjoy it! Pack tonight for early flight tomorrow.

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Stop 03 / 07·ITALY·MAY 30 – JUN 1

Polignano a Mare

Dramatic clifftop town with a famous beach cove, trulli houses nearby, and incredible Pugliese cuisine.

Stay Airbnb in CozzeBooking details — travelers only
07

POLIGNANO A MARE, IT·SATURDAY, MAY 30

Mykonos → Naples → Puglia

Fly to Naples, pick up rental cars, and drive through beautiful Puglia to Polignano a Mare.

EasyJet flight: Mykonos → Naples

9:30 AM – 10:35 AM

Incl 4 under-seat bags + 4 large cabin bags.

BillersTravelers only

Pick up rental cars at Naples airport

11:00 AM

Both families picking up separate rental cars. Billers: Sicily By Car.

EveryoneTravelers only

Drive Naples → Polignano a Mare

Approximately 4–4.5 hour drive through Puglia. Scenic route along the coast.

Settle into Airbnb in Cozze

Travelers only
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POLIGNANO A MARE, IT·SUNDAY, MAY 31

Puglia Exploring

Explore the stunning Puglia region — clifftop towns, trulli houses, and incredible food.

Explore Puglia

Great nearby destinations: Polignano a Mare (stunning clifftop town, famous beach cove), Alberobello (UNESCO trulli houses), Matera (ancient cave city), Bari & Monopoli (coastal towns, fantastic food).

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Stop 04 / 07·ITALY·JUN 1 – JUN 4

Naples

The soul of southern Italy — world-famous pizza, stunning coast, and gateway to Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast.

Stay AirbnbBooking details — travelers only
09

NAPLES, IT·MONDAY, JUN 1

Polignano a Mare → Naples

Drive back to Naples, return rental cars, and settle into the Naples Airbnb.

Drive back to Naples

Both Biller and Davis rental cars must be returned by 9 PM at Naples Airport.

Everyone

Return rental cars at Naples Airport

By 9:00 PM

By 9:00 PM. Davis family have their own rental car.

Settle into Naples Airbnb

Free evening — grab some world-famous Neapolitan pizza!

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10

NAPLES, IT·TUESDAY, JUN 2

Amalfi Coast Tour

Full-day guided tour along the stunning Amalfi Coast. One of the highlights of the trip!

Amalfi Coast full-day tour

Pick up at Hotel NH Napoli Panorama. Davis family has separate confirmation. Check GetYourGuide for departure time.

EveryoneTravelers only

NOTE: Buy Alexis a limoncello drink on the Amalfi Coast

Serena knows why! Because Serena lost a bet that she made with Alexis 😀

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Stop 05 / 07·ITALY·JUN 3 – JUN 3

Rome

A whirlwind day in the Eternal City — Colosseum, Pantheon, Vatican, and everything in between.

11

ROME, IT·WEDNESDAY, JUN 3

Split Day: Rome / Pompeii

The group splits up! Billers + Kevin take the train to Rome for a packed day. Monica + Alexis visit Pompeii.

Metro or taxi to Napoli Centrale

6:30 AM

Head to the train station. The train doors close 1 minute before departure!

Billers + Kevin

Frecciarossa 8506: Napoli → Roma Termini

7:30 AM – 8:40 AM

Show barcode at gate.

Billers + KevinTravelers only

Pantheon entry

9:30 am – 10:30 am

Self-guided, no tour.

Billers + KevinTravelers only

Colosseum self guided

11:30am – 1:15pm

Colosseum tickets purchased with roma pass

Travelers only

Lunch + walk to Pantheon

1:15 PM – 3:00 PM

25 min walk / 8 min taxi / 22 min bus

Billers + Kevin

Head to St. Peter's Basilica

3:30 PM

25 min walk / 9 min taxi / 16 min bus

Billers + Kevin

Be in line at St. Peter's Basilica

4:00 PM

~30 min visit.

Billers + KevinTravelers only

Walk to Vatican Museums

5:00 PM

15 min walk / 6 min taxi. Enter from Viale Vaticano — RIGHT side of main entrance. Pass security, validate ticket at turnstiles on first floor. CORRIDOIO 1 / PASSAGEWAY 1.

Billers + Kevin

Vatican Museums

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Closes at 8 PM. Leave when done, explore at your own pace.

Billers + KevinTravelers only

Dinner in Rome, then train back to Naples

7:00 PM

Buy return train tickets at Roma Termini on the spot.

Billers + Kevin

GROUP B: Meet driver for Pompeii Tour

8:45 AM

Meet at Starhotels Terminus entrance. Arrive 15 min early. BRING PASSPORTS!

Monica + AlexisTravelers only

Pompeii Tour departs (HP Travel)

9:00 AM

Booking: GYGRFQWYRNF8

Monica + AlexisTravelers only
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Stop 06 / 07·SWITZERLAND·JUN 4 – JUN 7

Interlaken

Adventure capital of Switzerland, nestled between two alpine lakes with jaw-dropping mountain scenery.

Stay Airbnb in LauterbrunnenBooking details — travelers only
12

INTERLAKEN, CH·THURSDAY, JUN 4

Naples → Zurich → Interlaken

Fly from Naples to Zurich, then train to Interlaken. Hello, Swiss Alps!

Latest check-in at Naples airport

8:40 AM

Economy Light = carry-on only (max 8kg). Serena has 1 checked bag.

Travelers only

SWISS Air LX1713: Naples → Zurich

9:30 AM – 11:20 AM
BillersTravelers only

Train from Zurich to Interlaken

12:00 PM

Purchase tickets at Zurich HB station or online via SBB.

Everyone

Settle into Interlaken / Lauterbrunnen

Airbnb in Lauterbrunnen.

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13

INTERLAKEN, CH·FRIDAY, JUN 5

Swiss Alps — Free Day

Adventure awaits in the Swiss Alps! Hiking, paragliding, lake cruises, and stunning scenery.

Free day in the Swiss Alps!

Interlaken and Lauterbrunnen are the adventure capital of Switzerland — stunning scenery, hiking, paragliding, lake cruises, and more.

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INTERLAKEN, CH·SATURDAY, JUN 6

Swiss Alps — Free Day

Another day to explore the breathtaking Swiss Alps.

Free day in the Swiss Alps!

More time to explore. Consider: Jungfraujoch (Top of Europe), Grindelwald, Trummelbach Falls, Lake Brienz cruise.

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Stop 07 / 07·SWITZERLAND·JUN 7 – JUN 8

Zurich

A stylish farewell — lakeside strolls, chocolate shops, and one last European evening.

Stay Allegra Lodge Hotel (Billers) / Airbnb (Davis)Booking details — travelers only
15

ZURICH, CH·SUNDAY, JUN 7

Interlaken → Zurich

Train from Interlaken back to Zurich for the last night of the trip.

Train from Interlaken to Zurich

TBD timing. Purchase at station or via SBB app.

Everyone

Check into Zurich accommodations

Billers: Allegra Lodge Hotel Zurich. Davis: Airbnb in Opfikon.

Travelers only

Explore Zurich & farewell dinner

Last evening in Europe! Explore the old town, walk along Lake Zurich, find a great restaurant.

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16

ZURICH, CH·MONDAY, JUN 8

Zurich → Home

Fly home. What an incredible trip!

Depart ZRH → DFW (AA 201)

9:45 AM

Arrive DFW 1:40 PM. Meals: Lunch & Snack.

Billers & AlexisTravelers only

Depart DFW → CLT (AA 2407)

3:59 PM

Arrive CLT 7:47 PM.

Billers & AlexisTravelers only

Monica & Kevin fly separately

Zurich to Pensacola, 9:45 AM–6:14 PM.

Monica & Kevin

Enterprise rental car CLT → GSP

Reservation at 8:00 PM June 8th, pick up at CLT after landing.

BillersTravelers only
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