Best of Greece

Description

Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this five-day sightseeing tour, you will learn the history of the birthplace of Western civilization. Beginning in Athens, you will visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, and the Parliament, and you will get an insight into the Greek democracy. A stop off at Delphi will unveil you the antic center of the world, where two eagles released by the God Apollo met, and will predict your upcoming future destination, Meteora, where you will search for the sacred tranquility of the Greek monks. 

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, now is the second-most important archaeological site in Greece and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Meteora: The 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. Today Meteora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List 

Athens: Explore the Capital of Greece, the birthplace of Western civilization and get a deep insight into the ancient mythology and Classical civilization’s intellectual and artistic ideas

Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with an English speaking local guides during the activities in Delphi (Day 2), Meteora (Day 3) and Athens (Day 4)

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 4 nights´ accommodation 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 3, 4 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 Divani or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-/Post- night in Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 4 Breakfasts 
  • 1 Dinner (on day 2)

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival transfer from Athens International airport or from Piraeus port to the hotel on a shared basis
  • Departure transfer from the hotel to Athens International airport or to Piraeus port on a shared basis
  • Air-conditioned transportation throughout the program as per itinerary on a shared basis

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Archaeological site of Delphi on day 2; two Meteora monasteries on day 3; sightseeing tour in Athens (incl. Acropolis and Acropolis Museum entrance fees) on day 4

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet on day 1

Excluded

  • Any airfares or airport taxes, supplements for which are quoted separately if applicable 
  • International nor domestic flights
  • Delphi Museum visit
  • Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non- alcoholic beverages, video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, any insurance etc.
  • Any visit not mentioned in the programme
  • Optional tours and activities
  • Travel Insurance, any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc

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