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Ancient Greece & Zakynthos - 8 days
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8 daysDuration
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18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Athens, Greece
Athens, Greece
Itinerary
Discover the best of Greece on this eight-day journey starting and ending in Athens, blending ancient history with island relaxation. Explore Athens’ iconic landmarks and the Acropolis before travelling into the Peloponnese to see the Corinth Canal, Epidaurus, Mycenae and the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Olympia. From here, swap ruins for turquoise waters with time on Zakynthos, including a boat trip to the famous Navagio shipwreck beach and the Blue Caves. Return to the mainland to visit mystical Delphi, once home to the Oracle of Apollo, before heading back to Athens for your final night.
day 1Welcome to Athens
Arrival at Athens Airport, where we are met with welcome assistance before transferring to our hotel in the city. The remainder of the day is free to relax after the journey.
Athens - Discover the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, then take a panoramic tour past key landmarks including the Panathinaikon Stadium, Syntagma Square and the Temple of Olympian Zeus
Corinth Canal - Admire the dramatic canal linking the Aegean and Ionian Seas, carved through solid rock and offering striking views from above
Epidaurus - Experience the exceptionally preserved ancient theatre, renowned for its remarkable acoustics and role as a major healing sanctuary
Mycenae - Explore the Bronze Age citadel with Cyclopean walls, the Lion Gate and the Tomb of Agamemnon, centre of a powerful ancient civilisation
Olympia - Visit the birthplace of the Olympic Games, touring the Temple of Zeus, ancient stadium and museum housing the statue of Hermes by Praxiteles
Zakynthos - Cruise to Navagio Beach and the Blue Caves, with time to swim in vivid blue waters along the island’s dramatic northern coastline
Delphi - Walk the Sacred Way at the Sanctuary of Apollo and see the famed Charioteer statue at this once revered centre of the ancient world
Zakynthos - Cruise to Navagio Beach and the Blue Caves, with time to swim in vivid blue waters along the island’s dramatic northern coastline
Delphi - Walk the Sacred Way at the Sanctuary of Apollo and see the famed Charioteer statue at this once revered centre of the ancient world
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What's Included
Accommodation
7 nights in 3-4 star hotels
Meals
7 breakfasts & 2 dinners
Transport
Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 on day 8
Guide
Athens city tour with Acropolis and Acropolis museum by coach with English speaking guide
Others
Ferry tickets Kyllini-Zakynthos-Kyllini in economy classMeet & Greet service for tour briefing and orientation, by an English-speaking representative
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Entrance fees for all included sites
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