An authentic revival of an ancient Greek carnival event!
A Dionysian experience
Don’t miss the chance to live this once-in-a-lifetime experience! Join the Phallephoria in Athens on the carnival weekend, witness this Dionysian experience and continue with some traditional events and tours on Ash Monday!
What is it all about?
A troupe of Satyrs, Maenads and Silenus with incredible enthusiasm will dance in the rhythm of the God of wine/joy, Dionysus, in the historical center of Athens, just near the Acropolis, and guess what? YOU will be part of that! Can you imagine?
We’re not here to provoke, but to warmly invite you to take part in an authentic revival of an ancient Greek carnival tradition. Experience the thrill of our primordial phallic symbols, embodying the ecstatic, Dionysian spirit of this timeless celebration!
The point is not just to revive, but to fully immerse yourself in this Dionysian experience, with the appropriate respect. See the Greek events that – despite the passage of years – have revived the traditions of our land!
It is something you have to experience in order to make the connection between the Joy and power of life and the archetype of love!
Phallephoria
Phallephoria is a feast of joy and the rebirth of nature and spring. Moreover, the design of the event is in a way that even the phallic symbols do not get a sexual and provocative dimension, nor sexist references. On the contrary, in our feast every year, apart from adults, children are increasing, leading the feast, holding baskets with flowers and wreaths that symbolize fertility!
The phallic litany procession, a powerful fertility symbol, clearly represents the themes of fruitfulness and the renewal of life. These celebrations were ancient fertility rites—rituals rooted in primal, magical-religious traditions that used metaphor to express the cycle of death and rebirth. As the harsh winter fades, it gives way to a new, blossoming spring!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 – 13th of February 2026, Friday, Athens
Arrive in Athens-Athens by night-city tour-dinner relax
Visit the Acropolis, or the Acropolis museum, or the ancient agora, or the national archaeological museum (whatever you wish)
Overnight in Athens
Day 2 – 14th of February 2026, Saturday, Athens
Athens City food -shopping tour where locals hang out
Time for your first rehearsal! – Take your costume/robe & mask that will be ordered at your size after your booking!
The Choreographers are experts in ancient Greek dances(well known as a Dionysian experience) and Greek culture and will make an introduction about this event and its symbolism, while, of course, teaching you how to move your body during the carnival. Moreover, the famous sculptor Excekias will show you the secrets of making these ancient masks!
Day 3 – 15th of February 2026, Sunday, Carnival day, Athens (a Dionysian experience)
Morning free leisure time
Evening: Gathering of all the participants and organizers at 17:30 at the historical center of Athens, near the Acropolis, for the ultimate Dionysian experience!
Overnight in Athens
Day 4 – 16th of February 2026, Monday, Wine o’clock, Kalamata
Attempting to feel the energy of God, Dionysus wouldn’t exclude wine tasting, of course, since he is the God of wine and celebration! And the most appropriate place to do it is Nemea, the land of wine, with more than 40 wineries to visit!
Guided tour and wine tasting of the best wineries and then drive to Kalamata
Overnight in Kalamata
Day 5 – 17th of February 2026, Tuesday, Discover hidden waterfalls!
At the suburbs of Kalamata, at the foothills of Mount Taygetos -the Highest one in the Peloponnese (2.407 m-7.896 Feet), you will discover a traditional village which offers a unique experience of nature and gastronomy.
You will be driven with a pick-up truck to the nearest point of the gorge, where a beautiful path starts that leads to two waterfalls!
You can swim or just enjoy your picnic that our Grecopaths guide will offer you in this small piece of paradise!
Afterwards, you will enjoy a local handmade meal at a local family tavern with a panoramic view of the gorge.
Back to Kalamata
Day 6 – 18th of February 2026, Wednesday
Chill out in the beautiful city of Kalamata – beach walk/city tour or just sleep!
Goodbye dinner – Philosophical symposium (inspired by the official dinners in ancient Greece, with concepts of sharing and interacting with each other).
Day 7 – 19th of February, Thursday 2026, Flight back
Early wake up, you will be driven to the airport of Athens
Until next time!
A Dionysian experience
Important Information
– Accommodation (Double room sharing) all 4-star hotels and boutique traditional guesthouses.
– Land Transportation with luxury mini bus and a professional driver
– All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner and a picnic. Local wines, soft drinks and water.
– Historical Guided tours
– Tour Guides
– Tours as described
– Costumes, 2 rehearsals
– Min participants 4
– Your flight expenses to and from Greece
– Travel and medical insurance.
– Personal charges such as hard liquor, laundry, telephone charges, room service, TV on demand, mini-bar, souvenirs.
– Private excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
– Gratuities to the hotel personnel or the tour operators – guides, at your discretion
– Entrance fees in archaeological sites & museums
