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Length

5 days

Itinerary

5 days planned

Group

Max 30

Guides

English

Overview

Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this five-day sightseeing tour, you will learn the history of the birthplace of Western civilization. In Athens, you will visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, and the Parliament, and you will get an insight into Greek democracy. A stop off at Delphi will unveil you to the antic center of the world, where two eagles released by the God Apollo met, and will predict your upcoming future destination, Meteora, where you will search for the sacred tranquility of the Greek monks.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Day 1 : ARRIVAL ATHENS⌄

    Upon your arrival at Athens international airport, you will be met and greeted by our tour representative who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel in the comfort of an air conditioned luxury car. Athens has an array of amazing hotels, and this package has the cream of the crop, and we know you will thoroughly enjoy your one night stay in Athens. Rest of the day free of leisure. Visit on your own the famous flea market in Plaka (old town of Athens). Overnight in Athens.

    Overnight: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ilisia or similar 4*

  2. 2Day 2 : ATHENS – DELPHI - KALAMBAKA (420 km – 9 hrs)⌄

    After a delicious breakfast, hop on board your luxury bus and enjoy a unique journey northwest to Delphi, arriving around noon. Famous for its theater, Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins, Delphi was considered the center of the earth and the universe and played a central role in the classical Greek world. Visit the archaeological site and the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle. In the afternoon after lunch depart through Central Greece and the cities of Lamia (short stop), Trikala crossing the Thessalian plain, to Kalambaka (a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks, and crowded by the Meteora Monasteries (short stop for souvenirs).Overnight in Kalambaka.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*

  3. 3Day 3 : KALAMBAKA - METEORA - ATHENS (355 km – 9 hrs)⌄

    Savor breakfast in your hotel and then travel to nearby UNESCO-listed Meteora for a tour of the cliff-top monasteries. Visit two different impressive Byzantine Monasteries built on top of rock towers and providing breathtaking views over the plain. The monasteries are perched on top of towers of sandstone, which for centuries provided totally inaccessible retreats for the monks. Meteora is considered one of the most beautiful and inspiring areas of mainland Greece, and its monasteries are one of the country's most unique attractions. Return to Athens passing by the heroic monument of Leonidas king of Sparta in Thermopylae (short stop for photos). Arrive in Athens in the early evening. Overnight in Athens.

    Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

    Overnight: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ilisia or similar 4*

  4. 4Day 4 : ATHENS⌄

    Today, after the luscious breakfast at the hotel, you have the opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. From the Acropolis to Omonia Square, with the half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour you'll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens. Begin the tour with a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built out of white marble.

    Proceed, passing by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then pass the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church, and finally Acropolis (visit Propylae the gateway, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens). Stroll up to the UNESCO-listed site that served as the ancient citadel, and tour the buildings as you hear how they reflected Athens’ prosperity in the 5th century BC. Continue the expert-guided Athens tour with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the Acropolis Museum.

    Avoid and skip the lines of the new museum. Main attractions such as votives, artefacts of everyday life, statues from the archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon Hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you. Overnight in Athens.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ilisia or similar 4*

  5. 5Day 5 : DEPARTURE ATHENS⌄

    Wake up to your tasty breakfast in the hotel and enjoy your last day in this long-standing metropolis. At the indicated time, you will be transferred to the airport in Athens and you could take your flight to your following destination.

    Meals: Breakfast

What's included

  • ✓Italian-speaking guide available on Wednesday departures only from June to August
  • ✓sightseeing tour in Athens (incl. Acropolis and Acropolis Museum entrance fees) on day 4
  • ✓Meteora (Day 3) and Athens (Day 4)
  • ✓Arrival transfer from Athens International airport or from Piraeus port to hotel on a shared basis
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: sightseeing tour in Athens on the day 2
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Meet & Greet on day 1
  • ✓Departure transfer from hotel to Athens International airport or to Piraeus port on a shared basis
  • ✓Operated with an English speaking local guides during the activities in Delphi (Day 2)
  • ✓Accommodation x 4 nights. Day 1, 3 and 4 in Athens and day 2 in Kalambaka
  • ✓Air-conditioned transportation throughout the program as per itinerary on a shared basis
  • ✓Standard Hotel Category = 3* and Superior Hotel Category = 4*
  • ✓Archaeological site of Delphi on day 2
  • ✓French-speaking guide available on Tuesday departures only
  • ✓Meteora monasteries on day 3

Not included

  • ✕Any airfares or airport taxes, supplements for which are quoted separately if applicable
  • ✕International nor domestic flights
  • ✕Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non- alcoholic
  • ✕beverages, video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, any insurance etc.
  • ✕Any visit not mentioned in the programme
  • ✕Optional tours and activities
  • ✕Travel Insurance, any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances
  • ✕such as flight delays, accidents, etc
  • ✕Delphi Museum visit

Good to know

Cancellation: If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice
  • Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
  • The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary.
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
  • Optional “Night out in Athens tour” is available in English and it includes: shared transportation, dinner in a typical Greek tavern with live music and Greek folk dances
  • Due to certain restrictions on the visiting hours of the new Acropolis Museum the order of the program can be changed.
  • Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre- and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise, additional transfers should be purchased separately.
  • Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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