Classical Greece with Iconic Aegean 3-Night Cruise
Classical Greece with Iconic Aegean 3-Night Cruise
Classical Greece with Iconic Aegean 3-Night Cruise
12 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Corinth, Archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Olympia, Patras, Delphi, Meteora, Thermopylae, Mykonos, Kuşadası, Ephesus Ancient City, Patmos, Heraklion, Knossos, Santorini
Tour operator:
Tour code:
RGK-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 36
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Island Hopping, Ruins-Archaeology
Tour Overview
Let the sun and games begin on this lively land and cruise tour to Classical Greece, ancient Turkey, and the breezy Greek Isles. After following in the footsteps of profound philosophers and legendary Olympians, your mind and body will set sail from Athens for three triumphant nights on the brilliant blue waters of the Aegean Sea. Trade the discus throw for dancing and the chariot games for a chair by the pool as you peacefully float to the glamourous island of Mykonos; the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus; the pilgrimage site of Patmos; the Bronze Age settlement of Knossos; and the dreamy, whitewashed isle of Santorini (weather permitting). With brilliant sights and sunsets on the itinerary from the mainland to Crete, you’re destined to bring home the golden this winning tour of Greece.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Athens, Greece
Location: Athens
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zafolia
Meals Included: No Meals
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zafolia
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
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amalia Nauplia
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
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Europa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, 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
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amalia Delphi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, 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
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amalia Kalambaka
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, 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
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zafolia
Meals Included: Breakfast
THERMOPYLAE Stop at the battle site.ATHENS Free time late afternoon and evening. 236 mi / 380 km
Day 8 : Athens (Embarkation)-Mykonos
Location: Athens, Mykonos
Accommodation: Overnight cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ATHENS Embark on your Greek Islands cruise. MYKONOS Free time to explore this evening.
Day 9 : Cruising: Kusadasi, Turkey-Patmos, Greece
Location: Kuşadası, Ephesus Ancient City, Kuşadası, Patmos
Accommodation: Overnight cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
KUSADASI Visit the excavations of Ephesus.PATMOS Afternoon call.
Day 10 : Cruising: Heraklion, Crete-Santorini
Location: Heraklion, Knossos, Heraklion, Santorini
Accommodation: Overnight cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
HERAKLION Visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos.SANTORINI Afternoon call (weather permitting).
Day 11 : Athens (Disembarkation)
Location: Athens
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zafolia
Meals Included: Breakfast
ATHENS Disembark From your ship for a free day in Athens.
Day 12 : Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Acropolis Athens|Archeological Site of Delphi|Archeological Site of Olympia|Ephesus|Meteora
Meals
Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners; full à-la-carte breakfasts, lunches, and dinners while cruising
Accommodation
Athens:ZafoliaAthens:Stanley HotelNauplia:Amalia NaupliaOlympia:Amalia OlympiaOlympia:EuropaDelphi:Amalia DelphiMeteora Area:Amalia KalambakaAthens:Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people.
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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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Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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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.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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