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8 Day Tour in Delphi, Meteora & Santorini...
8 day customized tour package Greece to visit mainland including Athens city tour, tour in Delphi and tour to Monasteries of Meteora and then continue your holidays to Santorini Island. Explore Santorini with a cruise to Volcano to admire the famous sunset at Oia, or choose a village tour & wine tour in Santorini!
Start with the capital of Greece with the numerous, overflowed by history attractions. Visit the ancient site of the Oracle of Delphi, that was regarded as the center of the world! Tour at the monasteries of Meteora, complexes of byzantine monasteries, built on the peaks of the rocks and feel like you are between heaven and earth! Visit one of the most romantic islands in Greece, Santorini, known for the wonderful sunset and the enchanting views. Walk at the narrow streets above the rocks of Caldera, visit the active Volcano, swim at Hot springs and observe the best sunset of your life, at Oia!
Location
Day 1 - Meet and Greet at Athens airport:
- Our driver will be waiting at Athens airport holding a sign with your name written on it to meet and assist you and transfer you at your hotel in Athens. Free time for yourself. Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 - Private Tour Athens - Acropolos - Museum - Temple of Zeus:
- Pick up: Your adventure begins as your private driver picks you up from your hotel in Athens
Acropolis & Parthenon: Our first stop is the world-renowned Acropolis, a captivating ancient citadel perched atop a hill, overlooking the city. Explore the magnificent structures that grace its grounds, including the Parthenon and the Erechtheion.
Museum of Acropolis: The driver will drop you off at the Museum of Acropolis, where you'll continue your exploration with a knowledgeable guide leading you on an amazing walking tour. Immerse yourself in the rich collection of artifacts and sculptures originating from various Acropolis buildings, such as the Erechtheum, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Propylaea.
Panoramic city tour: Continue with your driver a panoramic city tour of Athens's iconic landmarks. The tour includes a visit to the Panathinaiko Stadium, Zappeion, the Athens Trilogy, National Garden, The Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, etc
Day 3 - Athens - Delphi - Meteora - Sunset around the Rocks:
- We will pick you up from your Hotel and in about two and a half hours we will arrive at Delphi area. Our first stop is at the traditional winter village of Arachova, at 1000 meters altitude, the best winter resort of Greece, where you can buy hand-made pastries, cheeses, spices, and many other local products! Continue, visiting the Archaeological site of Delphi with the monument of the Argive Kings, the treasury of the Athenians, the Athenian Stoa, the Polygonal Wall, the monument of Platea and the Temple of Apollo, famous for its oracle, Castalia Spring and of course, the Delphi museum. At the end you will depart for Meteora. Upon reaching at Meteora in Kalambaka, you can check in at your hotel and then we will witness the breathtaking sunset at Meteora. Be amazed by the natural beauty of the rock formations and the fascinating way monasteries are perched atop the cliffs, creating a truly awe-inspiring sight. Enjoy the sunset around the rocksOvernight in Kalambaka, Meteora
Day 4 - Meteora - Thermopiles - Athens:
- After your breakfast, start a tour at the awe-inspiring landscapes of Meteora, where centuries-old monasteries sit atop massive rock pillars, creating one of Greece’s most remarkable sights. After a scenic drive, you'll visit some of the monasteries that remain active to this day, each showcasing unique architectural styles, intricate frescoes, and ancient artifacts. Learn the history of these UNESCO World Heritage Sites, detailing how monks and nuns established these secluded retreats as places of worship and refuge. Walk along the paths once used by pilgrims and monks, enjoy panoramic views of the Pindus Mountains, and gain insight into the spiritual significance and enduring traditions of Meteora. This memorable stop adds a spiritual and historical depth to your journey before you return to Athens. Afterwards, we will return to Athens with a stop at Thermopiles to admire the statue of Leonidas, located there as a memorial of the battle of the 300 Spartans against thousands of soldiers of the Persian Empire. Our driver will drop you off at your hotel late in the afternoon. Overnight in Athens.
Day 5 - Athens - Santorini:
- Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Piraeus Port, so you get the boat departing at 07.00 for the famous Santorini Island, arriving at 11.45. Our local driver will transfer at your hotel. You have free time for yourselves. We propose to enjoy your drink or dinner, at one of the hundred places located just on the rocks above the sea and walk among the narrow streets of the island where you can buy many souvenirs. Overnight in Santorini.
Day 6 - Santorini - Athens:
- (optional) Semi-Private Sunset Cruise to Caldera with BBQ on board. Enjoy the unique Island of Santorini from the sea! Sail around Santorini in a beautiful semi-private cruise that will give you the chance to explore some of the most famous beaches! Enjoy your swim at Hot Springs, the healing waters of Nea Kameni consist of iron and manganese which act against many diseases. Get memorable photos from Aspronisi, Ancient Lighthouse, Akrotiri and Indian Rock. Finally spend your time at Red Beach for swimming and snorkeling. We continue sailing trip to White Beach for swimming & barbeque on board. Here you will enjoy the Greek delicious meal that the staff prepare for you on the spot (Greek salad, shrimp saganaki, grilled chicken and pork skewers, roasted vegetables, pasta with red sauce, stuffed vine leaves, and vegetarian meal). The boat sails to Oia where you will have the chance to watch the warm light of the setting sun under the violet sky before the night falls. This is the most unforgettable experience as the Caldera and the village of Oia will turn into gold color! Overnight in Santorini.
Day 7 - Santorini - Athens:
- You have free time for yourself until our driver transfers you at Santorini port to take your ferry departing at noon to reach at Piraeus port. Our driver will transfer you at your hotel. Overnight in Athens.
DAY 8 - Departure Day:
- Our driver will meet you at your hotel in order to 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.
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Highlights
- Delphi Sites & Museum
- Meteora Rocks with its spiritual Monasteries
- Acropolis, Traditional are of Plaka etc.
- Panoramic city tour in Athens
- Santorini Island
- Sunset Cruise in Santorini to Volcano,
Inclusions
- Meet & Greet at Athens airport
- 7 Nights' Accommodation with breakfast
- Licensed tour guide in Athens
- Entrance fees to Acropolis & Museum
- Sunset Tour in Meteora around the rocks
- Private transfers from/to airport/hotel/Port at all areas
- Fast Ferry tickets from/to Piraeus/Santorini/Pireaus port
- All taxes
Exclusions
- Entrance fees in Delphi and meteora
- Optional tour in Santorini
- Hotel city tax
- Gratuities (optional)
- All our drivers speak English very well and have high experience and have well knowledge for the sites that you are going to visit. They can provide you general information for each site but are not official guides.
- It is not needed to have tour guide during the tour in Santorini as it a self-guided trip.
- But we suggest you to have a tour guide during the visits in Delphi, Meteora
- We are owner of car Rental Company www.premiumrentacar.gr with wide fleet of Cars & Minivans that's why we can keep the cost low
- From 1 to 4 persons, we provide you Mercedes E class or MPV, Citroen Picasso or similar
- From 5 to 8 persons, we provide you Mini Van type Mercedes Vito/Viano or similar
- From 9 to 17 persons, we provide you Minibus Mercedes Sprinter 18 seats
- Upon your 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.
- Also, we will give you a folder with vouchers of the hotel, tickets and contact numbers in each area that you are going to visit.
- In Santorini, 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 FAST FERRY TICKETS in order to spend more time in each Island. Sometimes the ferry route can be changed depending on the shipping company’s schedule. In any case, we will modify the program accordingly. Also note that we can provide you AIR TICKETS instead off ferry tickets with extra supplement.
- We provide you 4* star hotels or 3* stars hotels with high standard services in great locations. Please note that you can ask us for 5* star hotel with extra supplement.
- After your booking we will send you the detailed program with the names of the hotels.
- If you wish we can arrange your accommodation a day before and after your tour.
- Our vacation tour packages are PRIVATE only for you and not for other passengers. You can add or remove everything from our proposed program in order the tour to be modified to you, also note that we can accommodate from 1 person to 36 persons or more.
- In order 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
- Winter: November 1 to March 31 - 08.30 until 15.00
- Summer: April 1 to October 31 - 08.00 until 19.30
- 20 euro / person for Acropolis Museum
- 20 euro / person for Acropolis
- 12 euro / person for Delphi & Museum
- 3 euro / person for each monasteries of Meteora
- Children under 18 years of age are free of charge
- Students from E.U ( ID is required )
Cancellation 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 100% of the payment in advance 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.