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Highlights
Athens - Explore the Acropolis and key landmarks on a guided city tour, including the Parthenon, Panathinaiko Stadium and Acropolis Museum
Delphi - Discover the Sanctuary of Apollo, Sacred Way and Temple of Apollo at the ancient site once regarded as the centre of the world
Kalambaka - Experience an overnight stay beneath the dramatic rock formations of Meteora in the shadow of its towering sandstone pillars
Meteora - Visit historic monasteries perched atop vast rock columns, learning about a unique monastic tradition in a UNESCO listed landscape
Thermopylae - See the statue of King Leonidas marking the site of the famous stand of the 300 Spartans against the Persian army
Saronic Gulf Islands - Cruise to Hydra, Poros and Aegina, taking in scenic harbours and contrasting island character from the Athenian coast
Saronic Gulf Islands - Cruise to Hydra, Poros and Aegina, taking in scenic harbours and contrasting island character from the Athenian coast
Transportation in coach & cruiseArrival airport transfers on day 1 & departure airport transfer on day 6
Guide
English-speaking guide for sightseeing & English-speaking representative for tour briefing and orientation
Others
Athens city tour with Acropolis and Acropolis museum by coach2-day Delphi-Meteora tour by coach
Entrance
Entrance fees for all included sites
Itinerary
Journey across Greece’s most celebrated sights on this 6-day tour starting and ending in Athens. The route includes a guided city tour of the Greek capital, with visits to the Acropolis and its museum, followed by travel to Delphi, once regarded as the centre of the ancient world. An overnight stay near Meteora allows time to take in its extraordinary rock formations and UNESCO-listed monasteries. Back in Athens, the itinerary concludes with a full-day cruise through the Saronic Gulf, calling at the islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra.
day 1Arrival in Athens
On arrival in Athens, you are met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you time to relax after the journey or explore the city at your own pace.
OverNight
Athens
day 2Athens City Tour
day 3Exploring Delphi & Onward to Kalambaka
day 4Meteora & Return to Athens
day 5Saronic Gulf Island Cruise
day 6Departure from Athens
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