Greek Island Odyssey

2020 | 1 seasons | 6 episodes | 7.8 ★ (4)

Greek Island Odyssey
  • Overview

    Historian Bettany Hughes has embarked on an epic, personal journey. Inspired by Homer's The Odyssey, she will sail the unpredictable Mediterranean seas, tracing Odysseus's long journey home. Her mission: to experience what the Greek hero experienced and to uncover truths behind the myths and legends, all while enjoying the delights of ancient Greece today. Follow her 1,700-mile adventure as it takes her to over a dozen islands and 22 historic sites and puts her through two hair-raising storms and even an earthquake.

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  • First Air Date

    12 June 2020

  • Last Air Date

    17 July 2020

  • Creator

    Bettany Hughes

  • Stars

    Bettany Hughes

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