Northern Greece, Private tour

Description

Join this seven-day tour and discover the remarkable history of one of the oldest civilizations in the world. This tour provides you with the opportunity to explore Macedonia – the Land of Alexander the Great – and Athens, the cradle of modern democracy. Unveil the secrets of predicting the future at the ancient religious sanctuary of Delphi, home of the Oracle, and discover the sacred tranquillity in the sky-high monasteries of Meteora. This tour offers a unique adventure that will introduce you to the key locations in the foundation of Western civilization.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Delphi: The Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi sits at the foot of Mount Parnassos. It was the most famous Oracle in ancient Greece, and it is now the second-most important archaeological site in Greece and a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site.

Meteora: In a region dominated by sandstone peaks rising precipitously from the ground, monks settled on top of these ‘columns of the sky’ in the eleventh century, building their monasteries on the peaks of these immense natural pillars.

Vergina: Manolis Andronikos’ discovery of the tombs of the Macedonian Kings Philip II and Alexander IV in 1977 rocked the archaeological community and the world at large. Philip’s tomb concealed the famous golden larnax where his bones lay intact for over two millennia.

Dion: Dion is one of Greece’s most spacious and serene archaeological sites. Here, ancient history and natural beauty vie for your attention. In a setting crisscrossed by bubbling streams, you will find temples, Hellenistic and Roman theatres, flag-stoned streets, baths decorated with mosaics, Roman houses and villas, early-Christian basilicas and an odeon. 

Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English, French, Italian or German-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 2-6)

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 6 nights´ accommodation 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 6 Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty 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 Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4* 

Day 3, 4, 5 Thessaloniki

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel El Greco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Capsis or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre and post-night stay in Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4* 

MEALS:

  • 6 Breakfasts 
  • 4 Dinners (Day 2-5)

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival private transfer from Athens International airport or Piraeus port (Day 1)
  • Air-conditioned private transportation throughout the program as per itinerary (Day 2-6)
  • Departure private transfer from the hotel to Athens International airport or to Piraeus port on a shared basis (Day 7)

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Delphi site Museum (Day 2); Monasteries of Meteora sightseeing tour (Day 3); city tour of Thessaloniki and the Museum of Byzantine culture (Day 4); Macedonia sightseeing tour (Day 5); Pella, Dion Thermopylae, and Thebes sightseeing tour (Day 6)

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet 

Excluded

  • Visa fees
  • Any airfares or airport taxes, supplements for which are quoted separately if applicable 
  • International and domestic flights 
  • 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 program
  • Optional tours and activities
  • Travel Insurance, any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc
  • City tax for the hotel overnights (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, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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