Delphi and Meteora: Unforgettable Greek Adventure from Athens

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Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this three day sightseeing tour in Greece from Athens including Meteora and Delphi you will visit some of the most interesting sites in Greece. Visit the archaeological site of Delphi with Apollo temple and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock-tower monasteries of Meteora. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 

Delphi: At the foot of Mount Parnassos, lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which was the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece. Delphi is the second-most important archaeological site in Greece (after the Acropolis in Athens) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Meteora: In a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, monks settled on these 'columns of the sky' from the 11th century onwards. Twenty-four of these monasteries were built, despite incredible difficulties, at the time of the great revival of the eremitic ideal in the 15th century. Their 16th-century frescoes mark a key stage in the development of post-Byzantine painting. . Meteora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Athens: Explore the Capital of Greece on your own, with plenty of time for shopping.

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TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with a qualified local English-speaking guide on a shared basis on day 2 and 3
  • French-speaking guide available on Tuesday departures only
  • Italian-speaking guide available on Wednesday departures only from June to August

ACCOMMODATION: 

  • 2 nights' accommodation

 ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 2 Kalambaka: 

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

Pre-Night in Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Post-Night in Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4* 

MEALS: 

  • 2 breakfasts
  • 1 dinner

TRANSPORT:

  • Air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the program 
  • Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES: 

  • All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Entrance fees for the Archaeological site of Delphi and monasteries of Meteora

OTHER: 

  • Meet & Greet 

Exclusions

  • Expenditures of a person nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Flight tickets or visa fees
  • Visit of the Museum of Delphi is not included
  • Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
  • Gratuities for driver and guide
  • Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels.

Tour Plan

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Day 1 ARRIVAL ATHENS

On your arrival at Athens airport you will be met and taken to your Athens hotel. Rest of the day free of leisure. Visit on your own the famous flea market in Plaka (old town of Athens).Overnight in Athens.

Day 2 ATHENS – DELPHI – KALAMBAKA (586 km - 7 hrs)

After a delicious breakfast, leave for Delphi via Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, arrive in Delphi and visit the Archaeological Site. After the visit depart for Kalambaka, passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece.Overnight in Kalambaka

Day 3 KALAMBAKA - ATHENS (355 km–4.5 hrs)

After breakfast at the hotel visit Meteora and enjoy the unique and most impressive scenery with ageless Monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between earth and sky atop huge rocks. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae (a short stop to see Leonida's Monument across the road). Arrive in Athens early in the evening and transfer to Athens Airport to fly back or extend your stay in Athens by booking an optional post night.

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

What to Bring

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay

Please Note

 

  • Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice 
  • Day 3: Ensure you arrange your flights late in the evening as the transfer to the airport is approx. 20:00hrs. Otherwise we suggest you book an additional night in Athens. 
  • Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.

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