The Greek Gems, Private Tour

Description

Enjoy this memorable 8-day private tour and get closer to Greece's beautiful history and mythology, while admiring stunning landscapes, and indulging in mouth-watering Greek food. See the best of Athens, the picturesque town of Kalambaka and the crescent-shaped Santorini Island, the most precious gem of Cyclades islands. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Parthenon: The Parthenon, dedicated by the Athenians to goddess Athena Parthenos, the patron of the city, is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at the height of its power.

Acropolis Museum: The Acropolis museum is the perfect sanctuary for the ancient artefacts that were found in the Parthenon and its surrounding temples. It covers a total area of 25,000 square meters, with exhibition space of over 14,000 square meters and nearly 4,000 objects exhibiting.

Omphalos of Delphi, the center of the world: The oracle which consulted about important decisions throughout the ancient classical world. The Greeks considered Delphi the navel (or centre) of the world, as represented by the stone monument known as the Omphalos of Delphi.

Meteora monasteries: Meteora phenomenon, a spiritual, mystical, magical, breathtaking and extraordinary experience. Visit a stone forest decorated with historical monasteries, included in the World Heritage List of Unesco. Only 6 of them have made it through the centuries, from an initial estimated number of 24.

Santorini Gems: Akrotiri site -the Pompei of Greece, Lava islets -an active volcano, Canava - from vineyards to distillery, Santorinian fava - a gastronomic treasure, Oia sunset - an incredible beauty.

Included

TOUR GUIDE: 

  • Operated with English or Italian or French or German-speaking local guides on a private basis during the activities on day 2, 6 and 7

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 7 night’s hotel accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 3, 4 Santorini:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Makarios or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Aphrodite Venus or similar 4*

Day 6 Kalambaka:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Famissi or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre/Post-Night in Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 7 Breakfasts 
  • 1 Dinner (Day 6)

TRANSPORT:

  • Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International airport)/Piraeus Port
  • Air-conditioned private transportation throughout the tour 
  • High-speed ferry boat ticket on economy seat for the route Piraeus - Santorini on day 3 and Santorini – Piraeus in day 5

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Athens city tour (Day 2); Delphi Archaeological Site excursion (Day 6); Meteora excursion (Day 7)

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet 

Excluded

  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
  • International and domestic flight tickets
  • Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
  • Gratuities for driver and guide
  • Airport and Hotel porterage
  • Visit of Delphi museum
  • Optional tours 
  • 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

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