Greek & Roman Antiquity
Explore the archaeological legacy of ancient Mediterranean powers.
Educational trip
Sicily: Crossroads of Civilizations & Living History
Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans: Sicily kept every one of them. Dig through the layers of the Mediterranean's greatest crossroads, and lend a hand at a working archaeological site.
From$1350 per person
Duration9 days, 8 nights
SubjectsHistory, Archaeology, Cultural Studies, Mediterranean Studies
LevelsGrades 9-12, University
Overview
About this journey
Step onto the ultimate Mediterranean stepping stone! Sicily isn’t just an island; it’s a 3,000-year-old diary of human ambition, layered with Greek, Roman, Arab, and Norman civilizations.
- Explore Greek and Roman archaeological sites across the island
- Analyze the layered cultural influences of Sicily’s many rulers
- Examine Mediterranean trade networks and their historical significance
- Discuss how cultural layering shapes contemporary Sicilian identity
Educational & Experiential
Learning-focused travel with real-world insights.
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Moments from the journey
From the Greek temples of Agrigento to Palermo’s layered streets, this journey traces 3,000 years of civilizations meeting on one island.
Key themes
What students investigate
Discover how thousands of years of civilizations layered onto a single Mediterranean island.
Layered Cultural History
Analyze the successive Arab, Norman, and other influences on Sicily.
Mediterranean Trade
Examine Sicily's strategic role in historic trade networks.
Living Heritage
Discuss how historical layering shapes Sicilian identity today.
Edulux Compass
By participating in a hands-on conservation shift at an active archaeological site, assisting with cataloguing or site upkeep; this journey contributes to SDG 11.
What's included
Sites and visits
- Valley of the Temples, AgrigentoOne of the world's finest collections of ancient Greek temples, showcasing the grandeur of classical civilization.
- Greek Theatre, TaorminaRemarkably preserved ancient theater overlooking Mount Etna, reflecting the cultural legacy of Greek and Roman Sicily.
- Palermo Historic CenterVibrant historic district where Arab, Norman, Byzantine, and Baroque influences coexist in remarkable harmony.
- Mount EtnaEurope's highest active volcano, illustrating the powerful geological forces that have shaped Sicily's landscape and history.
- Syracuse Archaeological ParkExtraordinary archaeological site preserving the remains of one of the ancient Mediterranean's most influential Greek cities.
Explore and reserve
Ready to read 3,000 years of history in one island?
This journey through Sicily traces the civilizations that shaped the Mediterranean’s crossroads.