Classical Greece Plus Greek Island Adventure
Classical Greece Plus Greek Island Adventure
$4148
Classical Greece Plus Greek Island Adventure
14 Days
Visiting: Athens, Corinth, Archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Olympia, Patras, Delphi, Meteora, Thermopylae, Heraklion, Crete, Naxos, Paros, Europe
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RGN-2024
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Tour Overview
Athens to Athens and everything in between makes this Greek adventure one for the history books. From the mysterious ruins dedicated to Greek deities, to the magnificent realms of the great philosophers, your imagination will overflow with the sights, tastes, and ancient tales of Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, and more mind-blowing experiences—all between the blue skies and seas. Set sights on the sea with visits to the islands of Crete, Naxos, and Paros to unveil the mysteries, myths, and marvelous history that awaits you along with idyllic villages, pristine shores and so much more! You’ll find plenty of island time to wine, dine, and dream in sidewalk cafés and tavernas, creating a few legendary memories of your own.
Itinerary
Day 1: Athens,Greece
Location: Athens, Athens
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 3: Athens,Corinth,Mycenae,Epidaurus,Nauplia
Location: Athens, Corinth, Archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CORINTH Cross the canal and visit ancient Corinth.MYCENAE Free time for lunch. Guided visit of the excavations and museum.EPIDAURUS Guided visit to the 2,300-year-old open-air auditorium before continuing to Nauplia. 132 mi / 212 km
Day 4: Nauplia,Olympia
Location: Nafplion, Olympia
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains.OLYMPIA Join a guided visit to the archaeological site and the museum. [LF] Attend a cooking demonstration this evening to learn how to make traditional Greek tzatziki. 112 mi / 181 km
Day 5: Olympia,Patras,Delphi
Location: Olympia, Patras, Delphi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive by the busy seaport of Patras.DELPHI Join a guided visit to the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening, [LF] learn how to dance the sirtaki while sipping a glass of ouzo. 149 mi / 239 km
Day 6: Delphi,Meteora Area
Location: Delphi, Meteora
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive past Lamia and Trikala en route to Kalambaka.METEORA Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen’s Monasteries. 155 mi / 249 km
Day 7: Meteora Area,Thermopylae,Athens
Location: Meteora, Thermopylae, Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
THERMOPYLAE Stop at the battle site.ATHENS Free time late afternoon and evening. 236 mi / 380 km
Day 8: Athens,Heraklion,Crete
Location: Athens, Heraklion, Crete
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
ATHENS Fly to the island of Crete.HERAKLION This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9: Heraklion
Location: Heraklion
Meals Included: Breakfast
HERAKLION Guided walking tour includes sights of the Venetian Walls, St. Minas Cathedral, and the church of St. Titus. [LF] Taste a traditional bougatsa pastry.
Day 10: Heraklion,Naxos
Location: Heraklion, Naxos
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a high speed ferry to the island of Naxos.NAXOS Guided sightseeing to see the highlights of Naxos with its cobblestone alleys and Venetian castles. [LF] Taste the famous citrus spoon dessert at a local kafenio (cafè).
Day 11: Naxos
Location: Naxos
Meals Included: Breakfast
NAXOS Day at Leisure
Day 12: Naxos,Paros
Location: Naxos, Paros
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a short ride on a high speed ferry to the island of Paros.PAROS Guided sightseeing of the highlights features a visit to the Panagia Ekatontapiliani the “Church of a Hundred Doors”. This evening enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 13: Paros,Athens
Location: Paros, Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return to Athens by ferry. ATHENS Later today enjoy free time in the city.
Day 14: Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals
Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners
UNESCO Sites
Acropolis Athens|Archeological Site of Delphi|Archeological Site of Olympia|Meteora
Accommodation
Athens:ZafoliaAthens:Stanley HotelNauplia:Amalia NaupliaOlympia:Amalia OlympiaOlympia:EuropaDelphi:Amalia DelphiMeteora Area:Amalia KalambakaHeraklion:Galaxy Hotel IraklioNaxos:Naxos PalaceParos:Narges
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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