4 Days Mainland Greece with Meteora
Why we love it?
The 4 Days Mainland Greece with Meteora tour offers an immersive experience through some of Greece's most iconic historical sites, including Athens, Olympia, and Delphi. Ideal for history enthusiasts and culture seekers, this tour is guided in English, with options for French and Italian speakers on specific days. Travelers will enjoy three nights of accommodation and daily breakfasts while exploring ancient ruins and breathtaking landscapes, culminating in a visit to the stunning monasteries of Meteora, perched atop towering rock formations. The combination of rich history, diverse cultural experiences, and spectacular natural beauty makes this tour a distinctive journey through Greece's mainland.
Inclusions
- Operated with an English-speaking guide
- French-speaking guide available on Mondays only
- Italian-speaking guide available on Tuesdays only (from June till August)
- 3 nights' accommodation
- 3 Breakfasts
- 3 Dinners
- Shared transportation in an air-conditioned bus throughout the tour
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: visit of the Epidaurus Theatre, visit of the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon in Mycenae, visit of the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum in Olympia, visit of the Archaeological site and the Museum in Delphi, Meteora visit
Exclusions
- Visa fees
- Domestic flights
- International flights
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Optional tours (if any)
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Itinerary
Day 1 ATHENS – OLYMPIA (390 km – 5.5 hrs)
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Early pick up from your hotel in Athens. 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 on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Dinner and Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games.
Overnight in Olympia.
Day 2 OLYMPIA – DELPHI (250 km– 4 hrs)
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Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia until the magnificent bridge, which is crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive in Delphi for dinner and overnight.
Overnight in Delphi.
Day 3 DELPHI – KALAMBAKA (230 km– 3 hrs)
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Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town stated at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks. Enjoy dinner and overnight at Kalambaka.
Overnight in Kalambaka.
Day 4 KALAMBAKA – ATHENS (350 km– 4.5 hrs)
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Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning 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 (short stop to see across the road the Leonidas Monument). Arrive in Athens early in the evening.
Please Note
- French-speaking guide available on Monday departures only, Italian-speaking guide available on Tuesday departures only (from 07/06 till 03/09)
- Pickup/drop off transfer from/to hotels in the city center of Athens
- Clients staying at the coast will be transferred back to their hotels with the Cape Sounion Tour Bus
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are double rooms with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
