From the ruins at the ancient oracle at Delphi to the Byzantine monasteries of Meteora, mainland Greece offers the finest selection of Hellenic history. This 4 day tour of classical Greece will leave you impressed not only with the historical significance of this magnificent country but you will marvel at its natural beauty. Run the 100 metre sprint in the Olympic Stadium that dates to 776 BC and explore the fascinating setting of ancient Delphi. This 5 day Classical Tour is a must for anyone interested in history, photography and politics.
Tour Includes
Accommodation in select hotels as per itinerary
English speaking professional tour guide
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Sightseeing tours as indicated in the itinerary
All hotel taxes and service charges
All entrance fees to sites and museums
Porterage at hotels
Transportation in deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach
Hotel PIck-Up and Drop-Off
Air Conditioned Coach
Tour Does Not Include
Gratuities of any type
Optional excursions during your tour
All personal expenses all hotels
Hotel Package :
Day
1
Athens - Corinth - Epidaurus - Nafplion
B D
Location:
Athens, Greece
Epidaurus, Greece
Nafplion, Greece
Meeting Time
Meeting Location
Hotel
Description:
After breakfast today you will be collected from your select Athens hotel and commence your 5 Day Classical Tour of Greece. First you will drive to the Corinth Canal for a short stop. Next you will be stopping at Epidaurus and its ancient theatre with its amazing acoustics. Upon arriving in Nafplion, you will walk through the old town and visit the Nafplion Gallery dedicated to the Greek Revolution. Overnight select Nafplion hotel.
Day
2
Nafplion - Argos - Olympia
B D
Location:
Nafplion, Greece
Mycenae, Greece
Olympia, Greece
Description:
After breakfast today you will have some leisure time before departing in the early afternoon. Today's journey will take you through the plains of Argos to arrive in Mycenae. While there, you will visit Agamemnon's Tomb. Later this afternoon you will be taken to the Ancient City of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Overnight stay at your select Olympia hotel.
Day
3
Delphi - Kalambaka (Meteora)
B D
Location:
Delphi, Greece
Meteora, Greece
Description:
This morning you will visit the archaeological sites: Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the alter of the Olympic Flame, the stadium and the Archaelogical Museum. Your tour will have you drive through Patras with a short stop at Rion, the Corinthian Bay by the new bridge to Antirion, then passing Nafpaktos en route to Delphi. You will overnight in the mountain village of Arachova at your select hotel.
Day
4
Arachova - Meteora
B D
Location:
Arachova, Greece
Meteora, Greece
Description:
Following breakfast you will visit the archaeological museum at Delphi. You will then depart for Kalambaka with its majestic Meteora Monasteries. Overnight select Meteora hotel.
Day
5
Meteora - Athens
B
Location:
Meteora, Greece
Description:
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. This morning you will be visiting the Monasteries. Following this tour we will be departing back to Athens for the conclusion of the tour. (You will be passing by the heroic monument of Leonidas at Thermopylae). End of Services.
Superior Class
Nafplion
Amphitryon Hotel
Rating :
5 Star Luxury
The contemporary Amphitryon Hotel is one of the rare gems of the city of Nafplion. This renowned hotel has lodged famous visitors from all over the world for many decades. Amphitryon is a member of the "Leading Small Hotels of the World", awarded for it's impeccable service and unique design.
Located on a hill overlooking ancient Olympia, the Arty Grand Hotel offers luxury accommodation and facilities and is located near the ruins and other sites and attractions of Olympia.
Divani Meteora hotel offers guests the opportunity to enjoy traditional Greek hospitality in a contemporary setting. The hotel is surrounded by the majestic, towering rocks known as Meteora in the charming village of Kalambaka.
Amalia Hotel Kalambaka is situated in a beautiful setting just minutes away from the town of Kalambaka. The hotel is embedded on 14 acres of greenery and has been built with traditional materials to match its surroundings.The beautiful scenery is completed with running water, extensive gardens, a large swimming pool and views of the Meteora rocks.
Please contact us today by either phone or email for pricing and we will be happy to assist you in achieving the best possible pricing for this package!