6-Day Private UNESCO Tour at the Best of Ancient Greece & Corfu Island

DAY 1: Athens - Delphi - Meteora, Sunset around the Rocks:

• Your driver will pick you up from your hotel or cruise ship to start your tour towards Delphi, the center of the ancient Greek world. Delphi was a religious center and a symbol of unity in the 6th century B.C. During your visit, you will explore various sites, including the tholos of the sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, the Ancient theatre of Delphi, the Treasury of the Athenians, and the Ancient gymnasium of Delphi. You will also visit the Castalian Spring fountain, which was the sacred source of Delphi, and the temple of Apollo, the most important building in the sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi. Finally, you will visit the Archaeological Museum of Delphi before having lunch in Delphi or at the traditional Village of Arachova, where you can taste the traditional cheese, Arachova’s formaela. After lunch, you will depart for Meteora, where you will spend the night. Enjoy the sunset around the rocks of Meteora as the most highlight of your trip. Overnight in Meteora

DAY 2: Meteora -  Metsovo Village - Corfu:

• Today, you will visit the Byzantine monasteries of Meteora, which are included on the UNESCO world heritage monument list. Your first stop will be at The Holy Monastery of Great Meteoro, which is the biggest and oldest of all. It was called the monastery that was "suspended in the air" (meteoro) because of the formation of the gigantic rock on top of which it was built. Your second visit will be to the great monastery of St. Stephan. After exploring the monasteries, you will have lunch in the picturesque villages of Kalambaka before continuing your trip to reach the port of Igoumenitsa to take the ferry boat to Corfu. Upon arrival, you will check in at the hotel and have free time to explore the town of Corfu, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The old town of Corfu is built under the Venetian style and is one of the most beautiful and elegant towns in Greece. The narrow streets between the houses, the numerous churches around every corner, and the well-known Liston will amaze you and complete your tour. You will spend the night in Corfu. Overnight in Corfu

DAY 3: Corfu - Tour at the Palaces and Paleokatsritsa Gulf:

• Today, you will have a private tour of the most important highlights of Corfu. Your first stop will be at the Mon Repos Palace, a neoclassical building built in 1830 offering spectacular sea views. Next, you will visit the church of Panagia Vlacherna and Kanoni area and the Mouse Island (Pontikonissi), which are the most famous and recognizable spots in Corfu. Constructed in the 17th century, this lovely chapel has an impressive wooden-carved iconostasis and beautiful frescoes inside. In the center of the Mouse Island, there is the 13th-century church of Pantokrator. You will continue your private tour to Achilleion Palace located in the picturesque village of Gastouri, built in 1890 by Empress Elizabeth (Sissy) of Austria. Your next stop will be at the famous Paleokastritsa Bay, well known as the Capri of Greece. At the hilltop, you will come across a Byzantine monastery still inhabited by monks. Finally, you will reach the traditional village of Lakones, called God’s Balcony due to its panoramic view of Paleokastritsa Bay and the surrounding hills. You will continue your tour passing through some of the most picturesque traditional villages before returning to the town of Corfu. Overnight in Corfu.

DAY 4: Corfu - Tour at Old Venetian Fortress - City of Patra:

• After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you will visit the Old Venetian Fortress in Corfu, which was built in the 15th century as a stronghold to protect the town from enemies. This impressive fortress offers panoramic views of the surrounding area and remains one of the most popular tourist attractions in Corfu. After exploring the fortress, your tour will continue on foot to reach the famous Spianada square, which is said to be the second largest square in Europe. The entrance to the square is arched and has a Venetian symbol carved in marble above it. At the square, you will meet your driver and continue your trip to the port to catch the ferry that will take you to the city of Patra, where you will spend the night.  Patra for Overnight.

DAY 5: Patra - Olympia and Olive Oil and Food Tasting - Nafplio:

• Today, after enjoying breakfast in the city of Patra, you will leave to visit the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia. This site is where the first Olympic Games took place in 776 B.C. The most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece, the temple of Zeus, is located here. In antiquity, it was home to one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world. During your visit, you will also see the temple of Hera, the shrine of Pelops, the Council house where the athletes took the Olympic oath, the Treasury houses, the Gymnasium, and the Palestra where they used to exercise for a month prior to the Games. We will visit the flea market to taste delightful experience of free wine and olive oil tasting, savoring the distinct blends of olive oil and the iconic Greek olives. After exploring Ancient Olympia, you will travel to the beautiful seaside cosmopolitan town of Nafplio. Here, you can take a leisurely stroll through the narrow streets of the old city, which are full of shops and restaurants. You can also enjoy the stunning view of the small island of Bourtzi, located in the middle of the city's harbor, as well as the fort on the sea, which is Nafplio's trademark. Overnight in Nafplio.

DAY 6: Nafplio - Mycenae - Epidaurus - Corinth - Canal of Isthmia - Athens:

• you will start with a visit to the Castle of the Town, which boasts an amazing view and a challenging climb of 999 steps. After that, you will stop at the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, which could seat 15,000 spectators and is renowned for its remarkable acoustics. Your next destination will be the Ancient Mycenae, which was once the center of Greek civilization and the home of mythical Agamemnon. While there, you will visit the Cyclopean Walls, the famous Lion's Gate, and the 'Atreus King Tomb'. Finally, you will visit the breathtaking Canal of Corinth, and the Ancient Corinth where you can walk the same paths as the famous personality of Apostle Paul. In the afternoon, you will arrive in Athens, the final destination of your tour.

***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.
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