Glories of Greece Tour with 42 Reviews by Insight Vacations

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5 - 99 yrs

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English

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Easy

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Athens, Greece

Highlights

Athens: Ascend the Acropolis with a Local Expert to admire the Parthenon, built in 5th century B.C. Steps away you'll see the Temple of Athena Nike, also known as the Temple of the Wingless Victory, and the six stone-carved caryatids that make up the Porch of the Maidens on the Erechtheion.

Athens: See the Arch of Hadrian, erected in honour of the Roman Emperor and used as a divider between the ancient city and the new Roman district, along with the remaining columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus.

Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument, dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.

Kalambaka: Your Travel Director will provide an orientation of this town situated at the base of the extraordinary Meteora rocks.

Meteora: With a Local Expert, 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.

Itinerary

Travel through the heart of Greece on the "Glories of Greece" tour, a 7-day food-focused journey starting and ending in Athens. Explore the ancient Acropolis, master traditional Greek dishes in Olympia during an authentic cooking demo, and ascend the UNESCO-listed pinnacles of Meteora. Visit the birthplace of the Olympic Games, marvel at the Cyclopean stones of Mycenae, and discover classic pottery techniques. Tailored for families and seasoned travelers, this group tour offers immersive culinary and cultural experiences led by expert guides. The tour’s unique feature? Hands-on activities and local interactions that allow you to savor and understand Greece’s rich heritage from the inside out.

Day 1Welcome to Athens

Day 2Athens, City of Gods

Day 3The Pinnacles of Meteora Relaxed Start

Day 4The Sacred Way and onto Olympia

Day 5Ancient Olympia

Day 6Mycenae and Nafplio

Day 7Depart Athens

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Accommodation

Divani Palace Acropolis, New, Athens, Athens Marriott HotelDivani Meteora, Kalambaka, Grand Meteora, Kalambaka HotelAmalia Olympia, Olympion Asty HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Meals

Dinner (x5)Breakfast (x6)Athens: Indulge in local specialities with your fellow travellers as you savour dinner in one of the city's historic neighbourhoods.Olympia: Taste unique Greek flavours and savour regional specialities over dinner.Athens: Toast the culmination of your travels with dinner in true Greek style at a local restaurant.Olympia: Join a local chef who will share their passion for local ingredients and high-quality products. Learn how to make tzatziki and other regional dishes during a fun and immersive cooking demonstration.

Transport

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned coach.Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Guide

Athens: Stroll through the ancient streets of Plaka, known as the "Neighborhood of the Gods" under the guidance of your Travel Director. Nestled beneath the Acropolis, explore Plaka’s timeless charm, discovering the historical treasures and hidden corners, before enjoying time at leisure along Adrianou, a bustling pedestrian hub, brimming with vibrant shops and traditional cafes.From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.Athens: Stroll through the ancient streets of Plaka, known as the "Neighborhood of the Gods" under the guidance of your Travel Director. Nestled beneath the Acropolis, explore Plaka’s timeless charm, discovering the historical treasures and hidden corners, before enjoying time at leisure along Adrianou, a bustling pedestrian hub, brimming with vibrant shops and traditional cafes.

Others

Athens: Get up close and personal with ancient Greece as you explore Athens with your Local Expert. With your Local Expert, visit the monumental Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Arch of Hadrian. Then, ascend to the iconic Acropolis, where the Parthenon offers commanding views of the city. Discover the intricacies of the Temple of Athena Nike, also known as the Temple of Wingless Victory, and admire the six exquisite Caryatids supporting the Porch of the Maidens on the Erechtheion.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Athens: Get up close and personal with ancient Greece as you explore Athens with your Local Expert. With your Local Expert, visit the monumental Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Arch of Hadrian. Then, ascend to the iconic Acropolis, where the Parthenon offers commanding views of the city. Discover the intricacies of the Temple of Athena Nike, also known as the Temple of Wingless Victory, and admire the six exquisite Caryatids supporting the Porch of the Maidens on the Erechtheion.Nafplio: Visit the atelier of Maria Gonidou, a celebrated artisan who brings Greece’s weaving heritage to life on an ancient loom. Alongside her daughter Nefeli, Maria shares the age-old techniques behind each handmade textile. Watch a live demonstration and explore a boutique filled with one-of-a-kind pieces. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience supports a family-run craft and helps safeguard traditional skills for future generations. Your visit supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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Customer Reviews

4.8

based on 42 reviews

AnonymousOn Sep 28, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

See all the wonderful ancient monuments and wonder how they did it. Lovely visit to olive grove in sun .

AnonymousOn Sep 27, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

Tour Director & driver were excellent, very informative was fun to be with & made the tour very enjoyable Enjoyed all the sites with the local guides who were also excellent as well

AnonymousOn Sep 27, 2025

4.0 - Very Good

Everything good

AnonymousOn Sep 27, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

We saw all the major sights and had some very informative guides. The driver and tour leader were so helpful and made it a wonderful experience.

AnonymousOn Sep 23, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

Great way to see highlights

A. A.On Sep 14, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

Fabulous locations visited. Exceptional planning and organisation by our Tour Director Lisa every step of the way. And our coach driver George gave us extremely safe transit. Was worth every cent. Highly recommend

AnonymousOn Sep 14, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

We saw all of the amazing sites on the Greek mainland. It was busy but relaxing because we traveled in the comfort of the coach bus. We experienced traditional Greek meals, cooking demonstrations and dancing. Our travel director was amazing! She was caring and gave us so much history and stories of current daily life in Greece.

AnonymousOn Sep 13, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

Leeann T.On Sep 13, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

An excellent mix of historical sites, wonderful food and interesting local experiences l.

Eva R.On Sep 1, 2025

5.0 - Excellent

All the sites that were visited were very interesting and informative..

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