Classic Winter Tour of Greece: Discover Ancient Wonders & Timeless Beauty
Classic Winter Tour of Greece offers a perfect balance of ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic Greek culture, ideal for first-time visitors and history enthusiasts alike.
- Explore 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites on an 8-Day Greece Tour
- Athens: Visit the iconic Acropolis, Parthenon, and Acropolis Museum; panoramic tour of key landmarks like Syntagma Square and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
- Corinth Canal: Photo-stop at the impressive canal connecting the Aegean and Ionian Seas.
- Epidaurus: Explore the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, renowned for its exceptional acoustics.
- Mycenae: Discover the legendary site of Mycenae with the Lion Gate and Tomb of Agamemnon.
- Olympia: Tour the birthplace of the Olympic Games, including the Archaeological Site and Museum.
- Rio-Antirio Bridge: Cross the modern engineering marvel linking the Peloponnese to central Greece.
- Delphi: Visit Delphi, home of the Oracle and Temple of Apollo.
- Meteora: Marvel at the awe-inspiring rock monasteries of Meteora, a UNESCO-listed landmark.
- Thermopylae: Stop at the historic site of the Battle of Thermopylae
- Overnights: Stay in Athens (4 nights), Olympia (1 night), Delphi (1 night), and Kalambaka (1 night).
- Trasportation: Enjoy a fully air-conditioned bus
- Guide: professional of an English-speaking guide.
- Every Saturday from 01.11.24 to 31.03.25 (except New Year period)
1st day (Saturday):
- Arrival in Athens.
- Transfer to the hotel at Athens center, check-in.
- Guided walking tour of Plaka, the oldest neighborhood in Athens, situated at the foot of the Acropolis.
- Optionally (at an additional cost): Dinner at a Greek tavern with a traditional folk show.
Overnight: Athens. Meal: Breakfast
2nd day (Sunday):
Athens Sightseeing Tour (Half Day with the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum)
- Enjoy a comfortable bus ride with an expert guide, who will lead you to the Panathenaic Stadium, the historic site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 (brief stop).
- Continue the tour past iconic landmarks, including the Prime Minister’s residence (formerly the Royal Palace) with its colorful Evzone guards, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament building with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and Constitution Square (Syntagma).
- At the Acropolis, delve into the architectural marvels of Athens’ Golden Age: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the Parthenon.
- Visit the New Acropolis Museum to marvel at the art and artifacts of the classical era.
- Free time to explore Athens at your own pace.
Overnight: Athens. Meal: Breakfast
3rd day (Monday):
- Check out and board the luxury coach for a 4-day tour.
- Leave by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (short stop).
- Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics.
- Then proceed to the town of Nauplion (short photo stop).
- Drive to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon.
- Depart for Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games, through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis.
Overnight: Olympia. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
4th day (Tuesday):
- In the morning, visit the Archaeological Site of Olympia featuring the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia.
- Continue driving through the plains of Ilia and Achaia, reaching the magnificent bridge that spans the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion.
- Pass through the picturesque towns of Naupactus (Lepanto) and Itea, arriving in Delphi.
Overnight: Delphi. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner.
5th day (Wednesday):
- In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi.
- Depart for Kalambaka, a small town at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks.
Overnight: Kalambaka. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner.
6th day (Thursday):
- Visit Meteora, among striking scenery, perched on top of huge rocks that seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art.
- Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia.
- Thermopylae, a short stop to see across the road the Leonida’s Monument.
- Arrive in Athens early in the evening.
Overnight: Athens. Meal: Breakfast
7th day (Friday):
- Free day to explore Athens.
- Optionally (at an additional cost): Half-day tour to Cape Sounio OR
- Optionally (at an additional cost): One-day cruise to three islands—Aegina, Hydra, and Poros—including lunch and a traditional Greek folk show on board.
Overnight: Athens. Meal: Breakfast
8th day (Saturday):
- Breakfast.
- Transfer to Athens airport.
- Departure
- Accommodation: 4 nights in Athens, 1 night each in Olympia, Delphi, and Kalambaka.
- Meals: 7 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners
- Transportation: Comfortable, air-conditioned bus with an experienced driver
- Guided Tours: Expert English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to attractions and museums
- Transfers: Athens airport – City center hotel – Athens airport
- International or domestic flights.
- Optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals not listed in the “Tour Includes” section.
- Environmental fee (7 EUR per room per night paid directly to hotel reception).
- Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, tips, and shopping).
