Traveling the highway from Monaco, St-Paul de Vence is visible from afar, perched high above the rolling countryside. It is among the few fortress towns that once dotted the French Riviera to survive into the modern era with its medieval appearance intact. In the 1920s, the village was discovered by painters such as Modigliani and Bonnard, whose informal gatherings evolved into a larger artistic community here. Your visit begins just outside the medieval fortifications, at the Fondation Maeght, the private museum opened by publishers and art dealers Aimé and Marguerite Maeght in 1964.

The Monte-Carlo Golf Club sits on the summit of Mont Agel, the mountain at the border between Monaco and France. Its natural parkland design is far from mountainous, with some slopes to climb but better known for its spectacular views of the sea, the coastline and the Western Alp under the brilliant Mediterranean sunshine. Established in 1911, the 18-hole, par-71 course enjoys a reputation for having stood the test of time. Following your game, you are welcome to have lunch or a drink at the Club House on your own.

Set between Monaco and Nice, the forested peninsula of Cap-Ferrat has been an exclusive holiday destination on the Riviera for more than 100 years. Baroness Beatrice de Rothschild, daughter of the famed banker Alphonse and an art collector in her own right, purchased the property and commissioned a home from French architect Aaron Messiah. Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild was built between 1905 and 1912, its high hilltop location providing sea views on two sides, looking out to both the Bay of Villefranche and the Bay of Beaulieu.

A magnet for volcanologists, Santorini marks the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history, resulting in a collapsed crater, or caldera, that created some of the world's most beautiful islands. On the southern coast of Santorini, board a luxurious catamaran to sail along the contrasting red and white beaches, around the western tip of the island, and into the caldera for glorious views of the soaring cliffs and lunar-like landscape.

Wine has been produced on Santorini for thousands of years, and you will learn of the island’s ancient traditions and modern technologies when you visit two esteemed wineries. Founded in 1903, Estate Argyros is operated by a fourth generation of winemakers who craft boutique wines from indigenous varietals, such as the signature assyrtiko grape. Enjoy a tasting of some of Santorini’s most highly awarded wines, including vintages in limited production. You will also visit the newest winery on the island, Vassaltis Vineyards, housed in a sleek, modern building near the village of Vourvoulos.

The whitewashed villages and blue-domed churches of Santorini are some of the most photographed sights in Greece, and walking these iconic streets is an unforgettable experience. Begin with an impressive drive from the port up the cliffs formed by the caldera – the collapsed volcanic crater that created the island of Santorini. On a hilltop set back from the caldera’s edge, you’ll find the hidden gem of Pyrgos, a medieval village less touched by tourism, where narrow streets lead you to the remains of an ancient castle.

This delightful exploration of Santorini uncovers the prehistoric town of Akrotiri, the modern capital of Fira and the majesty of the huge caldera, or collapsed volcanic crater, in between. After a scenic drive to Akrotiri, you will walk the contemporary section and then delve into amazing ruins that detail the village's past before it was buried by a volcanic eruption. The volcanic ash preserved streets, buildings and homes, including the colors of priceless frescoes and relics such as large earthen jars with traces of provisions they once held.

Be enveloped by the warmth of the Greek home kitchen with this small-group cooking class. Your hostess is an instructor and cookbook author who is passionate and knowledgeable about the history and regional specialties of Greek cuisine, from her native Cyprus, in the eastern Mediterranean, to the peninsula and the mainland. She limits her class to 10 to ensure an intimate atmosphere and personal attention.

This full-day exploration of Greece’s unrivaled historic legacy begins some 30 kilometers east of Nafplion. On the cool slopes of a wooded valley, the ancient city of Epidaurus was dedicated to Aesclepius, the god of healing, and renowned throughout the Hellenic world as a center for medicine and curative treatments. Although most of its buildings, temples, spas, baths have been reduced to their foundations, the theater is a remarkable exception.

Begin with an exploration of the winery of Domaine Skouras, situated amidst acres of vineyards. Elegant Greek architecture houses the ultramodern winemaking facility, which includes world-class presses, temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, a 1,000-barrel cellar, a state-of-the-art laboratory and more. After a tour, you will sample four of the Skouras wines, defined by the harmony and balance created by minimal intervention during the production process. Then continue to the Karonis Distilleries to learn about the production of one of Greece’s most iconic beverages, ouzo.