Go Local - Highlights of Greece, Private tour

Description

Explore the rich history of Classical Greece on an eight-day tour departing from Athens. Led by an expert guide, see UNESCO-listed sites such as the Sanctuary of Asclepius and discover the Delphi Archaeological Museum. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Epidaurus: Epidaurus is one of the 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 in Mycenae.

Meteora: Discover the secrets of the ancient monasteries of Meteora in Kalambaka.

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 World Heritage Site.

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 English-, French-, Italian- or German-speaking guides on a private basis (Day 3-5)

ACCOMMODATION: 

  • 7 nights' accommodation 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3, 5-7 Athens

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Achillion or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 4 Kalambaka

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

Pre or post-night in Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Achillion or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

MEALS: 

  • 7 Breakfasts
  • 1 Dinner (Day 4)

TRANSPORT:

  • Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or Piraeus Port
  • Air-conditioned private transportation (Day 3-5)

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES: 

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Mycenae, archaeological site, Corinth Canal, Nauplia, Epidaurus archaeological site (Day 3); Delphi archaeological site (Day 4); Meteora monasteries, Leonida's Monument (Day 5)

OTHER: 

  • Meet & Greet 

Excluded

  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Flight tickets or visa fees
  • Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
  • Gratuities for driver and guide
  • 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

Know before you go

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Athens. 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.

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