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Classical Tour Greece Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora

From $1,013 • 5 days • Destination Services Greece • Athens, Greece • Pickup available • Not Cancellable

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Why we love it?

The Classical Tour Greece offers a comprehensive five-day journey through some of the country's most iconic historical sites, including Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, and Meteora. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and cultural travelers who wish to explore ancient Greek civilization under the guidance of a local English-speaking expert. Distinctive features include visits to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, the ancient theater of Epidaurus, and the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora, all while enjoying a mix of guided experiences and comfortable accommodations. With meals included and the option for a French-speaking guide on Sundays, this tour caters to diverse preferences while providing a deep dive into Greece's rich heritage.

Inclusions

Operated with a local English-speaking guide during the activities
French-speaking guide available on Sunday departures only
4 nights' accommodation
4 Breakfasts
3 Dinners (Day 2, 3, 4)
Air-conditioned shared transportation for the half-day Sounio tour on day 1 and the mentioned tours on day 2 to 5
Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International Airport) or from/to Piraeus Port (in case you are arriving by ferry)
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Cape Sounio and Temple of Poseidon sightseeing (Day 1); Corinth Canal-Epidaurus-Nafplion-Mycenae sightseeing tour (Day 2); Olympia excursion (Day 3); Delphi Archeological Site excursion (Day 4); Meteora monasteries excursion (Day 5)
Meet & Greet on Day 1

Exclusions

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
Travel Insurance is not included and not mandatory. Organizing travel insurance with your preferred insurance company is at discretion.
Gratuities for driver and guide
Optional tours
Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels.

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVAL ATHENS – CAPE SOUNIO – ATHENS (140km – 4 hrs)

On your arrival at Athens airport, transfer to the selected hotel, in a comfortable air-conditioned luxury car. Athens has an array of amazing hotels, and this package has the cream of the crop. In the afternoon drive along the coastal road, passing the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza to the most Southern point of Attica, Cape Sounio, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand. On the way, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf and the little islands offshore. After visiting the Temple of Poseidon, you have time to walk at leisure on the rocky promontory of Sounio, before returning to your hotel.

Overnight in Athens.

Day 2 ATHENS – CANAL OF CORINTH – EPIDAURUS –NAFPLION – MYCENAE – OLYMPIA (390 km – 6 hrs)

Indulge in a delicious breakfast at the hotel before taking the coastal road to the Corinth Canal. Stop for a few moments and then drive towards the Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Afterward, proceed to the town of Nafplion and stop to take some stunning photos. Continue driving towards Mycenae to visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games.

Overnight in Olympia.

Day 3 OLYMPIA – DELPHI (250 km – 3.5 hrs)

Begin your day with a mouthwatering breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Eliad and Achaia until the magnificent bridge that crosses the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea, arriving in Delphi, where a comfortable room and a delicious dinner are waiting for you.

Overnight in Delphi.

Day 4 DELPHI – KALAMBAKA (310 km – 4 hrs)

Have a tasty breakfast at the hotel and in the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum in Delphi. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town stated at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora.

Overnight in Kalambaka.

Day 5 KALAMBAKA – ATHENS (355 km – 4.5 hrs)

Begin your day with a delightful breakfast at the hotel. Then, visit the mesmerising Meteora. Among striking scenery, perched on top of huge rocks which 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 and Thermopylae, enjoying a short stop to see the Leonida's Monument across the road. Arrive in Athens and transfer to the airport (after 20.00 pm) to continue with your travel arrangements.

Breakfast included.

Please Note

Day 1: The Cape Sounio excursion departs at approximately 3 PM. You will need to book a flight that arrives in Athens around 12 pm in order to have the time necessary to go to the hotel for check-in first and then board the excursion bus or you have the option to book a flight that arrives between 1 to 1:30 pm and we will arrange the transfer directly to the departure point of the tour.
Day 5: Late drop off at the airport. Estimated arrival time at the airport is 20:00 hrs. so please book the departing flight accordingly (or book additional night in Athens)
Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice.
Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package or if pre/post night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.