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Olympia: Say "opa!" to a traditional Greek experience with the Karabelas family on their olive and wine farm. Join the family for lunch and dancing, and learn about their history on the land.
Athens: Visit the Acropolis Museum containing remarkable antiquities giving visitors an insight into the lives of Athenians centuries ago.
Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
Corinth: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Join a Local Specialist and gain insight into Corinth's eventful past.
Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Specialist.
Archaeological Site of Olympia: Join a Local Specialist to view the stadium of Olympia which hosted the ancient Olympic Games and Heraia, the women's games in honour of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
Delphi: Visit Axion Esti, a family-run organic beekeeping facility in Stemnitsa. Meet Sophia and Anthony and learn how their passion for bees has grown into an award-winning operation. Suit up to see the hives up close, explore the museum, and sample local honey while discovering the importance of pollinators to the ecosystem. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Explore Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora
Visit the Acropolis and Museum in Athens, ancient ruins in Corinth, ancient theatre at Epidaurus, Olympic Stadium in Olympia, home of the Oracle at Delphi and the incredible rock Monastery in Meteora
View the Parthenon, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the battle site at Thermopylae
See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace in Mycenae
Delphi: Designed by renowned architect Nikos Valsamakis in 1965, the Amalia Hotel Delphi is a notable example of postwar Greek architecture. It integrates seamlessly with the Delphic landscape, with rooms arranged to follow the terrain.
Archaeological Site of Olympia: Join a Local Specialist to view the stadium of Olympia which hosted the ancient Olympic Games and Heraia, the women's games in honour of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
Delphi: Visit Axion Esti, a family-run organic beekeeping facility in Stemnitsa. Meet Sophia and Anthony and learn how their passion for bees has grown into an award-winning operation. Suit up to see the hives up close, explore the museum, and sample local honey while discovering the importance of pollinators to the ecosystem. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Explore Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora
Visit the Acropolis and Museum in Athens, ancient ruins in Corinth, ancient theatre at Epidaurus, Olympic Stadium in Olympia, home of the Oracle at Delphi and the incredible rock Monastery in Meteora
View the Parthenon, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the battle site at Thermopylae
See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace in Mycenae
Delphi: Designed by renowned architect Nikos Valsamakis in 1965, the Amalia Hotel Delphi is a notable example of postwar Greek architecture. It integrates seamlessly with the Delphic landscape, with rooms arranged to follow the terrain.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Step into the birthplace of Western civilization with the Best of Greece tour, an 8-day journey that brings history to life. Start and finish in Athens, meander through ancient Delphi, and marvel at the clifftop monasteries of Meteora. This guided group trip is designed for experienced travelers seeking an easy-paced itinerary filled with iconic sightseeing and cultural exploration.
Walk the Sacred Way as the ancients once did, and immerse yourself in centuries of myth, legend, and architectural wonder. Comfortable hotels, seamless transport, and included meals ensure a stress-free adventure.
The tour’s unique selling point is its expert curation of Greece’s most legendary highlights, offering a rich, immersive trip that’s as enlightening as it is relaxing.
day 1 - Welcome to Athens
Put the 'oh' in opa and embark on an unforgettable exploration of an ancient land of gods and goddesses, myths and legends. Your springboard to your spellbinding holiday is the vibrant capital of Athens, an effortless mix of ancient treasures and modern verve, which you'll have an opportunity to explore after being transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a light meal.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Athens
Accommodation:Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre
day 2 - Explore Amazing Athens Dive Into Culture
Join your Local Specialist for a guided morning sightseeing tour to the ancient complex that was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation'. Along our journey into antiquity, you'll have an opportunity to explore the Acropolis with its treasures and admire the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Royal Palace and the Temple of Zeus. Dive Into Culture and see remarkable displays of an ancient world during an included visit to the Acropolis Museum, and see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own. Stroll through the Plaka, people-watch in Syntagma Square or go in search of the city's tastiest souvlaki the choice is yours.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Athens
Accommodation:Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre
day 3 - Journey to Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplion
Depart Athens this morning, crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in Corinth, join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. Continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of Ancient Greece, where you'll see the Beehive Tombs (the Treasury of Atreus), the Lion Gate and the remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, in the company of a Local Specialist. Later, travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. Arriving in the Venetian town of Nafplion later, you'll dine in our hotel this evening.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Athens, Corinth, Archaeological Site of Mycenae, Nafplion
Accommodation:Amalia Nafplio
day 4 - Continue to Ancient Olympia
Travel through the Arcadian mountains towards the Peloponnese and the historic site of Olympia. En route, visit a family-run honey farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience. Taste thyme-infused honey straight from the hive and hear how traditional beekeeping is helping protect the region's biodiversity. In Olympia, explore the ancient athletic grounds where the Olympic Games began in 776 BC. Walk among the ruins of temples dedicated to Zeus and Hera and imagine the roar of the crowd in the original stadium. This evening in Olympia is yours to enjoy at leisureconsider exploring the quiet village centre, visiting a local taverna or simply relaxing at your hotel.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Nafplion, Olympia
Accommodation:Amalia Olympia
day 5 - Onwards to Patras and Delphi Connect with Locals Stays With Stories
Join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. You'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Later, connect with the Karabelas family for your Be My Guest experience at their olive and wine estate. Enjoy a homecooked meal, traditional dancing and warm Greek hospitality. Leaving Olympia, skirt the coastline north to Patras, crossing the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece before continuing to Delphi, where you may wish to try your hand at preparing some local dishes during an interactive cooking lesson.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Olympia, Delphi
Accommodation:Amalia Delphi
day 6 - Off to Thermopylae and Kalambaka
Tread in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks who once journeyed to Delphi to seek guidance from the most influential oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4th-century Temple of Apollo. See the statues that honour the strength of athletes who competed in the Pythian Games, held in Apollo's name. Later, enjoy a scenic drive to Thermopylae, where Leonidas and his Spartans famously held the line against the Persians. Continue across the fertile Thessaly plain, known as the breadbasket of Greece, before arriving in Kalambaka.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Delphi, Thermopylae, Kalambaka
Accommodation:Amalia Kalambaka
day 7 - Admire Meteora and Return to Athens
The UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are your first stop today. Join a Local Specialist to visit two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the town. After a scenic drive back to Athens, settle in for a final dinner with your travel companions to reminisce over an incredible journey through Greece.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Kalambaka, Athens
Accommodation:Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre
day 8 - Farewell Athens
Say a fond farewell to our newfound friends and the treasures of Greece after an unforgettable journey.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Athens
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