Classical Greece
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Tour Plan
We propose a walk to enjoy the nightlife of Athens. Overnight in Athens.
Visit the archaeological site of the Acropolis (Parthenon) to admire the masterpieces of the Golden Age, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon and the Erechtheion. Panoramic tour of the city - you will discover the centre of the city, the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Parliament and the neo-classical buildings of Panepistimiou Avenue (Academy, University and National Library). You will also see the Gate of Hadrian, the Temple of the god Zeus Olympian and the Panathenaic stadium by making a brief stop for a photo. Free time for lunch in a local tavern. Then you will visit the new Acropolis Museum where you will admire the impressive sculptures that decorated the temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion (with its Caryatids) and the Parthenon. Overnight in Athens.
Enjoy your day by strolling to the plate and narrow streets, full of traditional restaurants where you can taste typical dishes of Greek cuisine, the famous drink and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant neighbourhood. Or take an optional One day Cruise to Aegina, Hydra and Poros island Early Departure from the hotel in the morning with an English speaking assistant towards the port of Piraeus. The ship sails at 08:00 am for the islands of the Saronic Gulf Hydra, Poros and Aegina. With an excellent atmosphere on board with music and Lunch Buffet, you will have an unforgettable day. Overnight in Athens.
Leave by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (shortstop). Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Next stop will be at 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. Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games. Dinner and overnight in Olympia.
Visit Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games (Museum - Archaeological Site). Departure for Delphi, crossing the plains of Ilia and Achaia and reaching the large bridge of Rio, which connects the Peloponnese with mainland Greece (Antirio) through Nafpaktos and other picturesque towns. Arrive for dinner and overnight.
Visit Delphi (Museum and Archaeological site). Departure for Athens. Overnight in Athens.
Departure to Athens airport with English speaking assistance.
Include
- Arrival and departure transfers
- 6 nights in hotel (4*) of your choice with breakfast (4 in Athens, 1 in Olympia, 1 in Delphi
- Excursions mentioned in the program with a luxury bus with English speaking guide (Athens City tour and 3 day classical tour)
- 2 meals (during the tour outside of Athens)
Exclude
- City tax
- Personal expenses (extra meals, drinks, tips)
- Â Optional excursions and visits
- Â Anything that is not mentioned in the included section