Greek Language Courses, Ancient Greek History and Culture ISLAND OF LEFKADA BROSCHURE

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1 Greek Language Courses, Ancient Greek History and Culture ISLAND OF LEFKADA BROSCHURE

2 A.3. Greek Language Courses, Ancient Greek History and Culture (Lefkada) Destination LEFKADA Days 15 Overnights 14 Age Range 1260 years old Starts/ Ends in Lefkada/ Lefkada Price 1,940 Group Size 1220 persons Period S 2018 Code MGSA3 Highlights Discover Greece while studying Greek Explore the Ancient Greece, the Cradle of Western Civilization 49 intensive lessons for Greek Language, Ancient History and Culture Evaluation and certification Access to elearning platform so as the trainee to continue the studies when holidays end Educational thematic tours and excursions See two UNESCO World Heritage Sites with an expert guide Explore important archeological sites at Ancient Nikopolis, Nekromanteion, and become totally immersed in the legend of Ancient Greece Visit the unique archeological museum of Lefkada and Ancient Nikopolis Plenty free time to enjoy holidays, sun and sea Enjoy the amazing Greek gastronomy Experience Greek music and dances and famous nightlife

3 Full Itinerary & Trip details Introduction Mini Greek School of Greek Language, History and Culture is designed for students who want to make rapid progress in their Greek language and deepen their knowledge about Greece and its culture. It offers an intensive language course and includes grammar, reading, speaking and writing and provides also an insight into Ancient Greek History and civilization. The program is implemented at the hotel premises and the students have a lot of free time to enjoy the sun, the sea and Greek life. Also, students will have the opportunity to visit archaeological sites and museums. Our teachers are all native Greek speakers who have graduated in philology, are qualified and have experience of teaching Greek as a foreign language or a second language. They are available after lesson to chat with their students about topics of interest, and to help them discover the beauty and charm of the places they are visiting. At the end of the day, the students will have enjoyed the famous Greek gastronomy and experienced the Greek music, traditional dances and the unique nightlife. After the completion of the program, the students will be able to understand and use every day Greek expressions. They will also be able to ask and answer questions. Detailed Agenda Day 1 Arrival in magical Lefkada. Our driver will be waiting for the students at the bridge of the island to take them to the hotel Sunshine Inn in Lygia for the check in. In the evening there will be a meeting with the Education Coordinator and a tour around the hotel and the classroom. Students will receive the educational material and the detailed agenda, and they will meet the teachers and gain detailed information about the educational terms. Free time and dinner. Day 2 Lesson 1: Online elearning platform. Demonstration of the electronic platform which can be used by students during the program but also after its completion. The platform is userfriendly and contains all the courses attended, educational material, video and social media in order to have a continuous communication. Lesson 2 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio)

4 Lesson 3 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Free time for lunch or relaxation and leisure or study Lesson 4 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 5 : Grammar Questions Answers Discussion Souvlaki experience & wine tasting: Experience Lefkada nightlife and the finest food in the island. The best souvlaki in town (along with the famous Greek salad, of course) will be served in a traditional restaurant in Lefkada town. After the meal students will enjoy a wine tasting experience at a cozy wine bar on the waterfront Return to the hotel Day Lesson 6 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 7 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Lesson 8 : Greek History and Culture (Theory video audio) Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Lesson 9 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 10 : Grammar Questions Answers Discussion Food Tour Students will enjoy a food tour accompanied by a guide, in nontourist areas of Lefkada and will get to experience the Greek Gastronomy. The food tour includes tasting of a wide variety of Greek delicacies such as Feta cheese, the famous Greek Kalamon olives and the traditional keftedakia (spicy Greek meatballs) and sweet and syrupy loukoumades! Return to the hotel Day Lesson 11 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 12 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Lesson 13 : Greek History and Culture(Theory video audio) Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Lesson 14 : Greek language course (Speaking) (Theory video audio) Grammar Questions Answers Discussion Lesson 15 : Greek History and Culture (Theory video audio) Private Greek folk dance lesson and dinner. The students will enjoy an unforgettable evening full of Greek music, dance and real fun. A professional dance teacher will take them in a journey to meet the culture and history behind the Greek folk dances like "kalamatianos", "syrtos" and of course the very famous "syrtaki". Then, they will have the chance to experience an

5 original Greek feast, the "glenti": delicious dinner, wine, Greek music and dances. Taste Greece like a local! Return to the hotel Day 5 Day Lesson 16 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 17 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Visit to the Archeological Museum of Lefkada. The findings presented cover a long period of time, beginning in the Middle Palaeolithic period (200,000 35,000 BC) and dating back to the late Roman times. In the museum, the findings of the excavations of the German archaeologist Wilhelm Dafrfeld, which developed the theory that Lefkada is Homer's Ithaca, are displayed in a separate room. The museum hosts tools, ceramics, bronze, jewelry and grave gifts, mainly from ancient Niriko. Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Dinner Lesson 18: Everyday expressions cultural communication codes social and cultural habits Greek language games Daily trip to River Acherontas, Nekromanteion and Ancient Nikopolis. The triumph of Love over Death: Orpheus, son of the muse Calliope, was devastated by the death of his wife Eurudice. With his weeping lyre he achieved to move the king and queen of the dead, Hades and Persephone, and won himself a chance to claim the blossom of his heart back from the Kingdom of Silence. To do so, he had to cross the Acheron River, the watery border between Life and Death. River Acherontas passes through wonderful gorges, proud and audacious precipices, endless landscapes of peace and handsomeness, and it forms some lakes here and there; and all that under the surveillance of ageold plane trees. And, of course, the habitat of such a unique place is a member of the Natura 2000 network. At a certain point the river narrows between greenclad steep high cliffs that seem to be forming an enormous gate through which the water of the river rushes fiercely; Here is the legendary The Gate to the Underworld. The travelers will visit the oracle of death "Nekromanteion" an ancient Greek temple of necromancy devoted to Hades and Persephone. According to tradition, it was located on the banks of the Acheron river, near the ancient city of Ephyra. This site was believed by devotees to be the door to Hades, the realm of the dead. The travelers will enjoy fascinating experiences... Drive to the ancient town of Nikopolis (Preveza) to see where the Battle of Actium took place. The group arrives to Lefkada in the afternoon. Free time for dinner or relaxation and leisure or study Lesson 19 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio)

6 Day 7 Day Lesson 20 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Lesson 21 : Utterance Common expressions cultural communication codes social and cultural habits Greek language games Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Lesson 22 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 23 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Dinner and Greek night out! After a long day at the classroom, the students will meet a guide and enjoy a night walking tour in old town of Lefkada. The Greek night will end with a great dinner with Greek mezedes (appetizers and special tidbits)! Lesson 24 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 25 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Lesson 26 : Greek History and Culture(Theory video audio) Swimming to the famous Kathisma. The students will transferred to the amazing western Lefkada with some of the most beautiful beaches famous worldwide. During the route the students will admire the breathtaking sight of the vast Ionian Sea. The beaches on the route are the best of Ionian coast: Pefkoulia, Tsoukalades, Agios Nikitas, Mylos kai finally the famous Kathisma. It was once a virtually deserted nudist beach, nowadays one of the island s most frequented and cosmopolitan. The sea water is wonderful and there the students will enjoy the sun and sea. Free time for leisure at one of many beach bars or light lunch at one "seafood tavern" with ouzo. The return journey is through the mountainous interior of the island. Lesson 27 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 28 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Dinner in the hotel Free time Day 9 Lesson 29 : Greek History and Culture (Theory video audio) Lesson 30 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 31 : Grammar Questions Answers Discussion Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Lesson 32: Greek language course (Speaking) (Theory video audio) Grammar Questions Answers Discussion Lesson 33 : Greek History and Culture(Theory video audio) Wine tasting and nightlife experience: Transfer to Nydri, a famous cosmopolitan place. Walking tour in Nydri with wine tasting. The students will have time make walks inside the village. They will walk along the seafront before having a dinner at a local wine restaurant. They will taste and enjoy 3

7 different local wines from Lefkada, accompanied by a variety of excellent cheeses and traditional Greek dishes. Nydri is a place that never sleeps during summer. After dinner the students will explore Nydri by night. Amazing experience!!! Return to the hotel with enthusiasm. Day 10 Lesson 34 : Greek language course (Speaking) (Theory video audio) Grammar Questions Answers Discussion Lesson 35 : Greek History and Culture(Theory video audio) Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Lesson 36 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Lesson 37 : Common expressions cultural communication codes social and cultural habits Greek language games Greek seafood delicacies: After the lessons students will visit a traditional fish tavern. They will taste amazing seafood such as octopus, squid, shrimp, mussels, fish roe salad, cod and garlic dip, grilled fresh fish and fantastic fish soup "kakavia". Of course they will have the chance to taste all these delicacies with iced "tsipouro" or "ouzo" and traditional Greek music. Free time Return to the hotel Day Fantastic Daily Cruise. The students will have a fantastic daily cruise to surrounding islands Skorpios (the island of Onassis), Madouri, Meganisi, Kalamos, Kastos and their beautiful beaches, enjoying the sun and sea. We also visit the unique beaches of Lefkada, Porto Katsiki and Egremni. Porto Katsiki is the most spectacular of all the island s beaches. It is the beach featuring in most tourist guides all over the world promoting the beauties of Greece. The dark turquoise waters, clear as a precious stone, make a striking contrast with the towering sugarwhite wall of roc behind and the golden stretch of sand. The students can to enjoy a swimming. Amazing experience!!! The cruise continue to Kefalonia the largest island in the Ionian Sea with its many alterations in landscapes and its varied natural beauties. At the picturesque Fiskardo the students will have a short stay to relax at one of the restaurants for a meal and enough time for a stroll. Finally we will visit to Ithaca, home of Homer`s hero Odysseus, legend history and a connecting point for spiritual people. The students return to Nydri late the afternoon with enthusiasm and unforgettable experiences. Dinner at the hotel Free time Lesson 38 : Greek language games

8 Day 12 Lesson 39 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 40 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Lesson 41 : Greek language course (Speaking) (Theory video audio) Grammar Questions Answers Discussion Lesson 42 : Greek History and Culture(Theory video audio) Dinner at the hotel. After dinner the students watch a Greek film and follow a discussion Day 13 Day 14 Day Lesson 43 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 44 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Lesson 45 : Greek History and Culture(Theory video audio) Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Local products: Before leaving Lefkada, the students will have the opportunity to buy some of the local products as the perfect souvenir of your stay at the popular tourist destination. Wines of Lefkada, olive oil, honey, the famous lentils of Egklouvi, pasteli and mantolato, salami and sausages and finally "soumada" the local cold beverage. All these local products are renowned for their high quality and exquisite taste. Dinner in a traditional local tavern. Students will taste the famous "gyros" a great delicacy with thinly sliced baked pork inside a pita with tzatziki. Back to the hotel. Lesson 46 : Greek language course (Reading) (Theory video audio) Lesson 47 : Greek language course (Writing) (Theory video audio) Lesson 48 : Greek History and Culture(Theory video audio) Students will enjoy the sea and sun of Lefkada Study Free time Lesson 49 : Common expressions cultural communication codes social and cultural habits Greek language games After dinner, a farewell celebration will take place, which will include the program evaluation, the awarding of training certificate, souvenirs and a farewell feast with Greek music, Sirtaki and bouzouki. After breakfast students will be ready for the return trip. They bid farewell to teachers and guides and promise to return soon for another Mini Greek School... The participants will have experienced the Greek Language, Ancient History and Culture and received a lot of knowledge. They are given the opportunity to continue on line studying through the elearning platform. Also, they will have enjoyed Greek

9 gastronomy and they will have gained extraordinary experiences of Greek music and dances. What's included ACCOMMODATION 14 nights in total in 3 star double or tripleshare hotel accommodation Single Rooms are available with payment of a 'Single Supplement' Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges TRANSPORT Transportation in a luxury, fully airconditioned, nonsmoking vehicle GUIDE An experienced, professional education coordinator for the whole trip An experienced, professional tour guide for the excursions and tours MEALS 14 buffet breakfasts. 14 dinners In this trip the meals offered inside hotel or during a food tour or in a Greek traditional tavern. The students will enjoy the amazing Greek gastronomy and nightlife. This trip offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request. ADDITIONAL SERVICES Luxury airconditioned bus or alternative transportation Hotel pick up drop off Cherrypicked hotels Optional activities and free time Local charges included Mustsee sightseeing and extras All hotel tips, charges and local taxes VIP entry to many sights Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing Excursions and guided tours Breakfasts and dinners

10 Training and certification (49 lessons 60 hours) Educational material Continuous access to the elearning platform Free WiFi facilities Use elibrary for the study What's not included Air tickets Transfer from and to the airport Lunches Breakfast on Day 1 Dinner on Day 15 Drinks during meals Personal items Any other expenses of personal nature Anything not mentioned in the price inclusions column such as currency fluctuation Travel insurance Visa fees Availability START June 3, 2018 June 17, 2018 July 1, 2018 August 26, 2018 September 16, 2018 October 7, 2018 END June 17, 2018 July 1, 2018 July 15, 2018 September 9, 2018 September 30, 2018 October 21, 2018 BROCHURE PRICE Based on twin room per person PARTICIPANTS minmax 2, , , , , ,

11 FAQ'S 1/. Where is the meeting point? Location Start and end in Lefkada Island. Meeting Point On the bridge of the Lefkada island 2/. Which hotels are used for students accommodation? Mini Greek Schools uses Sunshine Inn hotel, a 3 star hotel nearby to the beach, so the students can enjoy the sun and the sea. ( 3/. Where do the courses take place? You will attend the courses in the same hotel you stay. 4/. What are the accommodation options for solo travelers in this tour? You can share a double room with another solo traveler of the same gender or you can pay the single supplement fee if you wish to get your own room. 5/. What about my flights? Your flights to or from Greece are not included in the trip price. You can organize your flights separately at any point. We recommend that you arrive in Greece on the day before your program starts. 6/. Who will organize my visa? You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly recommended that you consult your travel agency and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting to inform you about the visas required. 7/. In which language the courses offered? The program is available in the following language options: English French German Italian Russian. 8/. What about travel insurance? It is strongly recommended that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses before you travel on a Vtravel holiday. We strongly recommend your

12 insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. Vtravel cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out appropriate insurance. Tips The official language of Greece is Greek. Most Greeks under the age of 50 speak English. The currency in Greece is the Euro. Credit cards are not accepted everywhere but ATM s are widely available. Reward good service by leaving a tip of about 510%. Keep things casual when packing for Greece. Lightweight layers in natural fibres will serve you well. Be sure to try the national dish of moussaka. Water is usually safe on the mainland but you ll need to drink bottled water on the islands. Don t leave Greece without some worry beads, a backgammon board and some evil eye pendants. Voting is required by law for every citizen who is 18 or older. Greek people wave with a closed hand as it is considered rude to show your palm of your hand in public. Policies Hold your space Vtravel holds spaces for the participants for to 48 hours without any credit card details. Deposit Vtravel only requires a deposit of 100 to confirm this booking. The remaining balance is then payable 30 days prior to the departure date. Please contact us for bank details at info@vtravel.gr Cancellation policy No additional cancellation fees! You can cancel the tour before 30 days prior to the departure date and you will not need to pay the full amount of 1,940, but the deposit of 100 is nonrefundable. Credit Cards The following cards are accepted for Vtravel tours: Visa Master Card American Express Bank Transfer The payment could be with bank transfer to Vtravel. The remaining balance is payable 30 days prior to the departure date. Please contact us for bank details at info@vtravel.gr

13 Training and Certificate Training Mini Greek Schools are not only a thematic tour, a trip or vacations! Mini Greek Schools is a special program that combines lessons with tours, trips, and, of course, plenty of free time for the trainees to enjoy their holidays in Greece. Welcome meeting We welcome all our participants by providing them with a Welcome KIT on arrival, organizing a Welcome Meeting on the first day and guaranteeing 24/7 personal and professional support, thanks to our specialized staff. Mini Greek Schools curriculum Mini Greek Schools curriculum is developed by experts in tourism and certified training organizations and at the end of the courses there is an evaluation process and an Award Graduation Certificate Ceremony for trainees. Teachers Our teachers are all native Greek speakers who have graduated in philology, are qualified and have experience of teaching Greek as a foreign language or a second language. The teaching method is based on communication. Students actively exercise the four fundamental functions of the language: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Particular attention, however, is given to conversation, to develop an increasing capacity to express themselves and communicate in Greek from the beginning of the course. Educational schedule The educational schedule includes 49 intensive lessons for Modern Greek Language, Greek history and Culture in 60 hours divided into 15 days. The students will attend the courses in the same hotel they stay. Educational material The educational material include books, photocopies, CD and of course the continuous access to the elearning

14 platform. elearning platform The electronic platform can be used by students during the program but also after its completion. The platform is userfriendly and contains all the courses attended, educational material, video and social media in order to have a continuous communication. elibrary The students will have plenty free time for study and they can use the elibrary and free wifi facilities. Educational tours and excursions The program also includes educational tours and excursions : a) Visit at Archaeological Museum of Lefkada b) Visit to the archaeological site of Ancient Nikopolis c) Visit the Nekromanteion (oracle of the dead) d) Daily cruse to Ithaca, visit to Ithaca, home of Homer`s hero Odysseus Certification Certification Learning outcomes are assessed following a evaluation program with 30 min duration at the last day. ECVET Learning outcomes are assessed following the European Credit Transfer System for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET) procedure. Certificates At the end of the program, participants are given: Greek Language course certificate with indication of level Certificate of participation issued by Certified Center of Vocational Education and Training ( K.E.K ORAMA) Educational level Final Report At the end of the program, we prepare a Final Report containing information about the project: lessons, methods, evaluation, training tours, results. At the end of the lessons, participants are expected to have acquired the skills to: Use everyday vocabulary as well as some basic phrases to communicate. Introduce themselves and be able to ask and answer questions about each other's (e.g. where they live, people they know, things they own). Interact in a basic way, provided that the cospeaker uses a clear and slow speech.

15 Offers For friends or for couples who wish to attend the Mini Greek School there is a discount of 10%. Returning students have also a discount of 10%. Group enrolments (5 or more participants) for the same level have a discount of 15%. Reviews Mini Greek School of Greek Language, Ancient Greek History and Culture exceeded my expectations! Loved everything about my trip to Greece. I can honestly say that that trip was one of the best experiences in my life! (Roxana M.) Great idea!!! I learned much for the Greek Language, Ancient Greek History and Culture and at the same time I enjoyed my holidays in an amazing Greek destination. Wonderful!!! (Peter P.) Exploring Greece in a new way...don't just visit Greece. Live like a Greek!!! (Natassa S.) Very organized school. Well taken care of. Nice people. Luxury bus and great driver. Tour guide was excellent. Hotels and food were great. Sites and tours were amazing. I learned a lot. A wonderful experience. I'll come back for another Mini Greek School... ( Lukas G.)

16 Vtravel: Exclusive Provider of Mini Greek Schools Contact us Head office Address Greece, Kozani, 47 Margariti Dimtsa Str, GR Branch office Address Greece, Lefkada, Lygia, GR Telephone/Fax Mobile Skype vtravel web sites Member of www. vgroup.gr a/. Greek National Tourism Organization (License GNTO No: 0518Ε ) b/. Hellenic Association of Travel and Tourism Agencies c/. Vgroup / Group of companies Sunshine Inn Hotel in Lefkada Mini Greek Schools uses Sunshine Inn hotel, a 3 star hotel nearby to the beach, so the students can enjoy the sun and the sea. (

17 Images of Trip LEFKADA LEFKADA GREEK LANGUAGE ANCIENT NIKOPOLIS GREEK CULTURE ITHACA NEKROMANTEION ACHERONTAS GREEK GASTRONOMY GREEK LANGUAGE FISKARDO GREEK DANCES