Classical Greece, Self-drive

Description

Greece is a beloved destination and in addition to the more popular islands, the mainland offers plenty of options for a classic Mediterranean holiday. You’ll find peaceful fishing villages, old fortified towns and colourful cities. You will also get to discover the most famous historical locations. A drive around the Greek mainland brings visitors to interesting archaeological sites, picturesque seaside towns and magnificent beaches. With this 8-day self-drive tour that starts and ends in Athens, you will pass by Peloponnese, Delphi and Kalambaka having the opportunity to visit some of the most important sites throughout Greece. Visit the archaeological site of Delphi and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock-tower monasteries of Meteora.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Plaka: Athens’ oldest historical neighbourhood. It’s located right under the Acropolis and its charming atmosphere will captivate your heart. Walking around the narrow, colourful streets, the ancient ruins, the Byzantine temples and the renovated neoclassical buildings is an unforgettable experience. 

Mythical Peloponnese: The birthplace of legends. It is here that Hercules fought the Nemean lion and Paris of Troy eloped with Helen. Historically, it has been also the main field of action for Greece since the prehistoric times, as it hosts the most important archaeological sites of Greece, including Olympia, Epidaurus and Mycenae.

Meteora: In an almost inaccessible region, monks settled on the so-called ‘columns of the sky' from the 11th century onwards and one of the most important monastic communities of Greece was formed. 

Included

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 7 nights´ hotel accommodation 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 2 Athens

Standard Hotel Category = Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 3 Tolo

Standard Hotel Category = Flisvos or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Flisvos Royal or similar 4*

Day 4 Olympia

Standard Hotel Category = Neda or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Amalia Olympia or similar 4*

Day 5 Delphi

Standard Hotel Category =  Parnassos or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Amalia Delphi or similar 4*

Day 6 Kalambaka

Standard Hotel Category = Orfeas or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

Day 7 Athens

Standard Hotel Category = Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

CAR HIRE OPTIONS:

Car Group B = Citroen C3 or similar

MEALS:

  • 7 Breakfasts 

CAR HIRE:

  • Unlimited mileage 
  • CDW (Collision Damage Waiver)
  • TP (Theft Protection)
  • Road assistance 24/7 
  • Safety equipment (triangle, high visibility vest, fire extinguisher) 
  • Tax

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet

Excluded

  • Domestic nor International flights 
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Local guide (unless optional tour booked)
  • 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.

CAR HIRE EXCLUSIONS:

  • PAI (personal accident insurance) 
  • Fuel, Fines, Tolls, Parking
  • Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving.
  • Loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle.
  • Damage to the engine through negligence.
  • Theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition.
  • Damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • Fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle. In the event of a fine being received there will be an administration charge.
  • Incident Report Fee
  • Refuelling Service Charge
  • Late Return Fee and Change of Return Station Fee
  • If the car is left outside of rent a car designated area on drop off, customers will be responsible for any costs generated and for any damage to the vehicle due to it being parked outside of the Rent a Car installations.
  • Each additional driver.
  • Any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat etc.)

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