This 7 day tour, starts and ends in Athens, Greece. Whether you`re a philosopher, an artist or a dreamer, Greece will inspire even the uninspired. Greece boasts a wealth of history, culture and an unrivalled legacy. Visit ancient Athens, mystical Delphi and Olympia with this tour.
Please Note:
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Arrival in Athens. Our transfer will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel.
Overnight Athens – 4 star
A explore the heart of Athens with a city tour commencing at the Panathenaic Stadium, hosting the inaugural modern Olympic Games in 1896. Pass by iconic landmarks including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian`s Arch, the Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, University, National Library, and Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis, discover the Architectural Marvels of Athens` Golden Age: The Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion, and culminate the experience with the revered Parthenon – a testament to the seamless blend of material and spirituality, a monument revered for its ability to bring order to the soul.
Overnight Athens – 4 star – Breakfast
Embark early in the morning, crossing the Corinth Canal before arriving at the renowned Mycenae, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the legendary dwelling of Agamemnon, witness the imposing Cyclopean walls, the revered Lions gate, and the regal tombs. Journey onward to Nafplion, Greece`s initial capital in Argolis, a charming town nestled beneath a cliff crowned by the impressive Palamidi Fortress, pausing briefly for exploration. The adventure proceeds with a visit to the ancient Epidaurus theatre, celebrated for its exceptional acoustics. Concluding the day, you`ll culminate with an evening visit to Olympia.
Overnight Olympia – 4 star – Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Discover the archaeological site, including the Temple of Zeus and Hera, the Olympic flame`s altar, the Stadium, and the museum showcasing the remarkable Hermes of Praxiteles statue. Later, journey northward, crossing the Rio-Antirio Bridge, to reach Delphi.
Overnight Delphi – 4 star – Breakfast, Dinner
Explore the archaeological site of Delphi, renowned in ancient times as the world`s center, and visit the Museum housing the famed statue depicting “The Bronze Charioteer.” Afterward, head towards Kalambaka, a quaint town nestled at the base of Meteora.
Overnight Kalambaka – 4 star – Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Meteora, where numerous monasteries, housing invaluable historical and religious artifacts, perch atop colossal rocks, offering breathtaking vistas. Journey back to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae, pausing briefly at the statue of Leonidas, before reaching the Kammena Vourla area. Arrive in Athens in the evening.
Overnight Athens – 4 star – Breakfast
After breakfast, our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends before being transferred to the airport for your onward flight. – Breakfast
Really great service guide and drivers at all stages of the tour
Our guide Maria was great. She is like a walking historian and she’s very kind and knowledgeable. Our driver was fantastic. He handled the bus like a pro. All of the stops were appropriate. The hotels that my group had were all four stars and very nice but we had a little time to enjoy it because we always arrived late in the evening. I wish we had more time to enjoy it. Overall, all of the sites were amazing but it was quite rushed and we spent a lot of time on the bus.
I wish that we had more time to spend in Athens since it is the capital but the way the trip was planned, it only allowed for the afternoon of the first day. We would’ve preferred a slightly slower pace so possibly possibly 8 days works works better.
Travel to/from Athens + link taxi were great. The tour itself was good but demanding – about 12 hours each day, either visiting a venue of travelling (not a little of which had to be in evening darkness at this time of year). Tour guide had truly encyclopaedic knowledge of each of the sites visited.
The travel agent, Fez Travel, provided excellent service of coordinating our trip, such as airport pick up/drop off, itinerary documentation, etc.. However, the tour guide of the tour company, GoTours, provided very poor services. She walked and talked on her own without care about the group (40+ people). She lost 10 people at one time. I felt humiliated by her while she needed to count people. She would ask us to line up 2×2 for her to count us. Her speech tone is flat. We barely understand about 1/3 of her talk. She gave confusing instructions on dinner time and the next day breakfast and gathering time. Everyone asked her to repeat. She always be the first one walk away from the bus at every stop. She never greet nor voluntarily communicate with people. It was confusing at one of the lunch restaurant (lunch is a not included in the tour). The restaurant setup like a buffet/canteen but no price shown. She did not explain nor advise us ahead. We asked the cashier. The cashier told us it charges 14 Euro per plate. Soup and salad are extra, no price. We were asked to get in line (the cashier was busy), and, we did know where was our tour guide. Later, we found our she was having her lunch in another room.
We don`t recommend this tour.
We really enjoyed our 4 day tour. Our tour guide Thomas was very knowledgeable with Greek history. Our bus driver was very experienced also. The food was wonderful, hotels were exceptional. The one thing we were disappointed, we heard a lot about Greek mythology, being American Christians, we were hoping to hear more about Bible times.
