Explore Mainland Greece: Historic Sites & Stunning Meteora Monasteries

$660
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About This Tour

Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! VVisit some of the most interesting sites in Greece, the famous Epidaurus Theatre, the archaeological site and the ancient stadium in Olympia and the Archaeological Museum in Delphi and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock-tower monasteries of Meteora.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 

Olympia: Visit the birthplace of the famous Olympic Games.

Delphi: Considered the centre of the world in the Greek culture, Delphi is best represented by the famous stone monument, known as the Omphalos of Delphi.

Meteora: In a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, monks settled on these 'columns of the sky' from the 11th century onwards.

Activities
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Max People
10

Inclusions

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with an English-speaking guide
  • French-speaking guide available on Mondays only
  • Italian-speaking guide available on Tuesdays only (from June till August)

ACCOMMODATION: 

  • 3 nights' accommodation

 ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS


Day 1 Olympia:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Village or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Europa or similar 4*

Day 2 Delphi:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hermes or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia or similar 4*

Day 3 Kalambaka:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*

MEALS: 

  • 3 Breakfasts
  • 3 Dinners

TRANSPORT:

  • Shared transportation in an air-conditioned bus throughout the tour

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: visit of the Epidaurus Theatre, visit of the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon in Mycenae, visit of the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum in Olympia, visit of the Archaeological site and the Museum in Delphi, Meteora visit


Exclusions

  • Visa fees
  • Domestic flights 
  • International flights 
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • Optional tours (if any)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Tour Plan

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Day 1 ATHENS – OLYMPIA (390 km – 5.5 hrs)

Early pick up from your hotel in Athens. Leave by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (short stop). Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics.  Then proceed to the town of Nauplion (short photo stop), drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon.  Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Dinner and Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games.Overnight in Olympia.

Day 2 OLYMPIA – DELPHI (250 km– 4 hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia until the magnificent bridge, which is crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive in Delphi for dinner and overnight.Overnight in Delphi.

Day 3 DELPHI – KALAMBAKA (230 km– 3 hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town stated at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks. Enjoy dinner and overnight at Kalambaka.Overnight in Kalambaka.

Day 4 KALAMBAKA – ATHENS (350 km– 4.5 hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning visit Meteora, among striking scenery, perched on top of huge rocks that seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae (short stop to see across the road the Leonidas Monument). Arrive in Athens early in the evening.

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

  • French-speaking guide available on Monday departures only, Italian-speaking guide available on Tuesday departures only (from 07/06 till 03/09)
  • Pickup/drop off transfer from/to hotels in the city center of Athens
  • Clients staying at the coast will be transferred back to their hotels with the Cape Sounion Tour Bus 
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
  • In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are double rooms with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

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