Country
Greece
Duration
8 Days/7 Nights
Travel Type
Tour
 

The traces of history can be found in every corner of Greece. Discover findings from the Prehistoric and Archaic Periods, unique works from Classical, Hellenistic, Medieval and Byzantine monuments, as well as creations from folk art cultures, different civilizations and religions, coexisting with current creations, modern and contemporary art.
In this tour, visit the Valley of the Gods, ancient Olympia, which grew to be the most celebrated sacred site of Ancient Greece and the birthplace of the Olympic Games, travel to the Navel of the Earth, Delphi, a place seen as a spiritual focal point for all Greeks, and seek serenity in Kalambaka, nestled at the foot of the at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora and the remarkable monasteries.

Inclusions

7-night accommodation
10 meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Shared Half day Athens sightseeing tour, including Acropolis Site and New Acropolis Museum – Daily: English only / bilingually, including English
Classical Tour of Greece including Meteora, with a professional guide (bilingually, including English on Mondays and Tuesday, or English only on Thursdays and Saturdays)
Entrance fees during guided sightseeing

Transfers as per the itinerary

Exclusions

Flights – Optional excursions – Personal expenses – Meals and drinks unless indicated in the itinerary – Gratuities – Hotel taxes (paid locally at the hotel) – Travel Insurance – Any item not mentioned in the Inclusions.

1

DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN ATHENS (arrivals on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays or Saturdays)

On arrival you will be met by an assistant and transferred to your hotel by minibus or taxi. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

Accommodation : Athens for 3 nights

2

DAY 2 ATHENS

After breakfast, start the morning with a guided half-day Athens Sightseeing Tour, including the Acropolis Site and the New Acropolis Museum.

Meals : Breakfast

3

DAY 3 ATHENS

Free time in Athens to discover hidden gems of the city on your own.

Meals : Breakfast

4

DAY 4 MYCENAE - EPIDAURUS - NAFPLION - OLYMPIA (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays)

In the early morning, departure for the 4-day Classical Tour. Today, you will visit ancient Mycenae and Epidaurus theatre, famous for its acoustics. After a short stop at Nafplion, depart for Olympia, driving through central Peloponnesus. Overnight in Olympia.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation : Olympia for 1 night

5

DAY 5 DEPHI

In the morning, you will visit the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium, and the archaeological museum. Drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia and over the magnificent cable bridge of Rio-Antirio before arriving in Delphi.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation : Dephi for 1 night

6

DAY 6 DELPHI - KALAMBAKA

In the morning, visit the archaeological site and the museum of Delphi. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing rock formations of Meteora. Overnight in Kalambaka.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation : Kalambaka for 1 night

7

DAY 7 METEORA - ATHENS

After breakfast, visit Meteora. Amidst striking scenery, perched on huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless monasteries where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Return to Athens for an overnight stay.

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Athens for 1 night

8

DAY 8 DEPARTURE FROM ATHENS

After breakfast, meet your assistant at your hotel and transfer to the airport by minibus or taxi for your departure flight.

Meals : Breakfast

HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR

BRONZE:
Athens – Jason Inn 3*, Olympia – Olympic Village 3*, Delphi – Hermes 3, Kalambaka – Orfeas 3*

SILVER:
Athens – Melia Athens 4*, Olympia – Europa 3*+, Delphi – Amalia 4*, Kalambaka – Grand Meteora 4*

GOLD:
Athens – Grand Hyatt 5*, Olympia – Europa 3*+, Delphi – Amalia 4*, Kalambaka – Grand Meteora 4*

Prices in $ CA, per person,

Departures – April to October 2024
arrivals on Mondays, Wednesdays,  Fridays, or Saturdays
Land Package
  Double Occ. Single Occ.
Bronze Package 1625 2249
Silver Package 1965 2845
Gold Package 2360 3630

Tour code: H

**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.

Detailed itinerary – Classic Greece
Detailed itinerary – Classic Greece