Classical Greece, Private Tour
Description
Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this eight-day tour, you will get to visit some of the country’s most interesting sites, such as the Acropolis, the birthplace of the Ancient Olympics, the archaeological site of Delphi, the Temple of Apollo and the UNESCO-listed World Heritage rock-tower monasteries of Meteora.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Epidaurus: Epidaurus is one of the world’s most important archaeological findings, reflecting the splendour of Greek culture through its imposing beauty. Visit the birthplace of Apollo's son and an ancient place of healing.
Mycenae: See ancient Greek remains and the tomb of Agamemnon.
Olympia: Birthday of the Olympic Games.
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-listed 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. Meteora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Athens: Explore the Capital of Greece on your own, with plenty of time for shopping.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with local English, Italian, French or German speaking guide during the activities (Half-day 2, Day 3-6)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 7 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Olympia:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Neda or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Olympia or similar 4*
Day 4 Delphi (or Arachova):
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hermes or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia or similar 4*
Day 5 Kalambaka:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*
Day 6-7 Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre and post-night stay in Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 7 breakfasts
- 3 dinners
TRANSPORT:
- Private air-conditioned transportation during the activities (Half-day 2, Day 3-6)
- Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or Piraeus Port
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Athens sightseeing tour, including the Acropolis Site and Museum (Day 2); Epidaurus and Mycenae (Day 3); Delphi Site and Museum (Day 4), the Olympia Site and Museum (Day 5), two monasteries of Meteora (Day 6)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet
Excluded
- Flight tickets or visa fees
- Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
- Gratuities for driver and guide
- Optional tours
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018. Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels
- Please note that the inbound/outbound airport transfers are included only as part of the package or if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise, additional transfers should be purchased separately
Know before you go
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.