Thousands of cruise ship passengers are bussed every day from Athens’ port of Piraeus directly to the Acropolis, where they can view the ruins that have come to represent the political and cultural accomplishments of Greece. Here, Group Five from the Grand Voyager is about to begin its long climb to the top of the historic rocky butte that has towered over the city for 2,500 years. The tour guide is waiting for the word to move out while this cross-section of tourists reflects emotions ranging from indifference to patience to passivity – all human values.