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8 Day Classical Group Tour with Bus in Ancient Greece...
8 day organized group tour in Ancient Greece with bus from Athens to visit Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora with cruise to Saronic Islands Poros, Hydra, Aegina Book online now with multiple payment options. This vacation group package includes professional & knowledgeable tour guides, entrance fees & dinner.
An unforgettable tour that blends visits to the 4 precious diamonds included in the UNESCO World Heritage List (The Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Olympia, Delphi and the Meteora monasteries in Kalambaka) with a day-long cruise to the Saronic Gulf islands, visiting Hydra with its narrow cobble-stoned streets, Poros with its nice sea views and Aegina, the capital of pistachio nut.
Not to mention the stay in Athens, the Greek capital city that is blessed with a world-wide gem, its Acropolis that crowns the city for 25 centuries and is among the most visited sites worldwide. To make it even better, this tour includes a visit to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio, with the breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea and the beautiful sunset.
Location
Day 1: Arrival in Athens:
- Upon your arrival at Athens airport, you'll be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, take some time to relax and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, you might have the opportunity to start exploring the vibrant city of Athens, with its rich history and fascinating culture. Overnight stay in Athens.
Day 2: Athens - Mycenae - Epidaurus - Nafplio - Olympia:
- After breakfast, embark on a scenic journey along the coastal road towards the Corinth Canal. Pause for a photo stop at this engineering marvel before continuing to Epidaurus. Here, marvel at the well-preserved Sanctuary of Asklepios and the ancient Theater of Epidaurus, renowned for its exceptional acoustics. Next, proceed to Nafplio, Greece's first capital, where you'll wander through the charming Old Town. The tour then takes you to Mycenae, an ancient archaeological site steeped in myth and history, including the Acropolis and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Finally, journey to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, where you'll dine and spend the night.
Day 3: Ancient Olympia - Delphi:
- In the morning, explore the fascinating archaeological site of Ancient Olympia. Discover the remains of the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus and the Ancient Stadium, where the ancient Olympic Games were held. Visit the Archaeological Museum to admire its collection of artifacts. Departing Olympia, traverse the impressive Rion-Antirion Bridge, which connects the Peloponnese peninsula to mainland Greece. Pass through picturesque towns en route to Delphi, a place revered as the center of the world by the ancient Greeks. Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation in Delphi.
Day 4: Delphi - Meteora:
- Start your day with a visit to Delphi's archaeological site, including the Oracle, Stadium, and Ancient Theatre. Explore the Museum of Delphi, home to iconic masterpieces such as the ''Charioteer'' statue. Departing Delphi, journey to Kalambaka, a quaint town nestled at the foot of the towering rock formations known as Meteora. These natural wonders are adorned with monasteries dating back to the Byzantine era. Enjoy dinner and spend the night in Meteora.
Day 5: Meteora - Athens:
- Discover the awe-inspiring Byzantine Monasteries of Meteora, perched atop towering rock pillars. Visit two of these remarkable monasteries and marvel at their architectural splendor and panoramic views. Afterward, journey back to Athens, passing through historic sites such as Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae. Pause at the statue of King Leonidas, a tribute to the famous Battle of Thermopylae. Overnight stay in Athens.
Day 6: Guided Tour Athens and Cape Sounio with Lunch
- In the morning, we will start our Athens City Tour with a bus tour of the city, admiring among others the Parliament, the University, the Library, the Presidential Residence (Ex-King Residence) with the traditional presidential Guards, the Panathinaic Stadium (where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896) and the Temple of Zeus before we proceed on foot to visit the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum. After lunch, we will drive to Cape Sounio to visit the second most popular sightseeing of Athens, the Temple of God Poseidonwhich is noted as the site of ruins of an ancient Greek temple of Poseidon, the god of the sea in classical mythology. The remains are perched on the headland, surrounded on three sides by the sea. Late in the afternoon we will drop you off at your hotel. Overnight in Athens.
Day 7: Day Cruise To Saronic Islands, Poros, Hydra, Aegina
- Early in the morning our bus driver will meet you at your hotel to transfer you to Piraeus port to get on the cruise boat. The cruise starts at 08:15 hrs so get ready to sail the Saronic Gulf. The first stop will be at the island of Hydra, famous for its cosmopolitan visitors, its pedestrian narrow streets (the only car available is the police car) and the donkeys used for transportation of goods. The next stop will be the island of Poros, right off the coast of Eastern Peloponnese and only a 15-20 minute ferry sail from it. The island is famous for its lemon trees and its good food. The last stop will be in the island of Aegina (famous for its production of pistachio nut and for the monastery of Agios Nektarios (the patron saint of the island). Lunch will be served onboard. The cruise ends at approximately 19:00 hrs and our bus driver will be at the port to take you back to your hotel. Overnight in Athens.
Day 8: Departure Day
- We will transfer you at Athens airport, according to your flight details
***Travel insurance: We would also like to draw your attention to the importance of taking out an insurance policy in the event of an unexpected happening that may cancel or interrupt your trip. Here is the link to see what the travel insurance covers: Click Here for Travel Insurance
Highlights
- Canal of Corinth
- Mycenae archaeological site
- Ancient theater of Epidaurus
- City of Nafplio
- Olympia archaeological site & museum
- Archaeological site of Delphi
- Monasteries of Meteora
- City of Thessaloniki
- The Tombs of Alexander the Great
- The cultural center of Aristotle's School
- City of Veria (Biblical Beroea) to visit Saint Paul's Bema
- The Archaeological Park of Dion & Pella
- Saronic Islands, Poros, Hydra, Aegina
- Acropolis & the new Museum of Acropolis
- Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon
Inclusions
- Transportation with first class Shared Bus
- Arrival & Departure Transfers from Athens airport
- Pick up & drop off from your hotel in Athens
- City Tour in Athens & cape Sounio with lunch
- 7 Night's accommodation with breakfast
- 3 dinner (Olympia, Delphi, Meteora)
- Licensed tour guide & Entrance Fees
- Day cruise to Saronic Islands with lunch with leader on board
- All Taxes
Exclusions
- Meals and personal expenses
- Hotel City tax -paid at the hotel
Useful Info
- Our group tours include lunches, licensed tour guides and entrance fees at the sites (except the tours at the Islands, as it is a self-guided tours)
- All our group tours operated in English language, but in some dates most of the tours operated also in French, please let us know for your preference language.
- All our drivers are professional English-speaking drivers; have high experience and they have a good knowledge of the sites that you are going to visit.
- We provide you Air-conditioned Buses first class, from 18 seats to 56 seats, depends on the participants of the group.
- The bus pick you up from your hotel in Athens or Airbnb downtown of Athens or from the closer point of your hotel, in walking distances
- If you will arrival at Athens airport or Piraeus, our representative will be waiting there holding a sign with your name written on it, helps you with your baggage, and accompany you at your car, provide you mineral water & Tissues.
- At the Islands, our local driver will be waiting at the port or airport in each island, holding a sign with your name written on it, in order to meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
- We provide you 4* star hotels or 3* stars hotels with high standard services in great locations.
- You can choose your single private room for 1 pax, a double sharing room for 2 pax, or a triple sharing room for 3 pax
- Once your booking is finalized, we will send you the voucher with pick up time via email and the contact emergency phone number
- If you wish we can arrange your accommodation a day before and after your tour.
- To take full advantage of your stay in Greece, we would also like to draw your attention to the importance of taking out an insurance policy in the event of an unexpected happening during your trip. To this effect, we have collaborated with INTERAMERICAN, the largest private insurance company in Greece.
- 1,5€ per room / per day for 3* star hotels,
- 3€ per room per / day for 4* star hotels.
- 10 euro / person for Acropolis Museum
- 20 euro / person for Acropolis
- 8 euro / person Ancient Corinth & Museum
- 12 euro / person for Ancient Epidaurus
- 12 euro / person for Mycenae & Treasury of Arteus
- 12 euro / person for Ancient Olympia & Museum
- 12 euro / person for Delphi & Museum
- 3 euro / person for each monasteries of Meteora
*** Children under 18 years of age are free of charge
Cancelation Policy
- In order to confirm any booking, 30% payment in advance is required, fully refundable in case of any written cancellation received 40 days prior the arrival date.
- For any cancellation OR change between 39 days to 20 days prior the first day of arrival, cancellation fees equal to 50% of the total cost of program applies.
- For any cancellation OR change within 19 days prior the first day of arrival and/or non shows, full cancellation fees applies – the total cost of the program.
- A written notification of any cancellation or change is necessary to be sent to PRIVATE TOURS Greece.
