Historical Highlights of Greece - 8 Days

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8 daysDuration

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18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Athens, Greece

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Highlights

Athens - Discover some of the world's most famous architecture, from the Panathenaic Stadium to the legendary Acropolis

Macedonia - Explore the ancient capital of Pella, visit Aristotle's School and see the beautiful waterfalls of Edessa

Meteora - Marvel at the magical and sacred cliff-top monasteries in one of the most beautiful regions of Greece

Delphi - Follow in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims along the Sacred Way and admire the Temple of Apollo

Thessaloniki - Enjoy a half day tour of the Byzantine churches and monuments in Greece's charming second city

Thermopylae - Visit the site where King Leonidas made his infamous final stand against the Persians in 480BC

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Step into the cradle of western civilization with the 'Historical Highlights of Greece - 8 Days' tour, an ideal choice for experienced travelers and seniors. Beginning and ending in Athens, this guided cultural and historic sites journey leads you through Delphi, Thessaloniki, and the legendary battlefield of Thermopylae. Explore the Acropolis, marvel at Meteora’s cliff-top monasteries, and experience the vibrant pulse of Greece’s second city. Accommodations, meals, and transport are all managed, letting you focus on the wonders around you. The USP: this tour expertly blends ancient history and stunning landscapes, offering a seamless passage through Greece’s most enduring highlights.

day 1Welcome to Athens!

Welcome to Greece! On arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is free to head out and explore the city, an incredible contrast of the ancient and the modern.

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Athens

day 2Athens City Tour

day 3The Delphi Sanctuary

day 4Meteora & Thessaloniki

day 5Exploring Thessaloniki

day 6Historical Macedonia

day 7Pella, Dion & Thermopylae

day 8Athens

What's Included

Accommodation

7 nights 3-4 star hotels

Meals

7 breakfasts and 4 dinners

Transport

One Airport arrival on Day 1 and one departure transfer on day 8 per bookingAll transfers and transportation in modern air conditioned vehicles

Guide

Services of an English-speaking tour guide for all scheduled sightseeing

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Guided sightseeing in Athens, Delphi, Meteora, Thessaloniki and MacedoniaNote: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go. You will join travellers who booked through other operators for sightseeing each day, some staying in different hotels, and spend your evenings at leisure. The group can vary in size from 20 - 45 persons. Guiding may be in an additional language to English

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