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Greece - The Classic Favorite
Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
4 nights stay in Athens, 1 night in Olympia, 1 night in
Delphi, 1 night in Kalambaka, daily Breakfast, meals on half board basis
as mentioned in the itinerary, Athens sightseeing tour, 1 day Saronic
cruise with lunch, Archaeological site and Museum tour in Delphi,
sightseeing in Olympia, Kalambaka, Nauplia, Mycenae, and visit of Meteora,
all transfers and assistance as mentioned in the itinerary.
Day 1 Arrive Athens
Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival, our representative
will meet you at the airport and arrange your transfer to your hotel. The
rest of the day is free for you to explore Athens on your own. Athens, the
cradle of Western civilization, is a magical place, worshipped by gods and
men. The enchanting capital of Greece was the birthplace of ancient wise
men and democracy. The glorious past of this truly historic city is still
well preserved in its architectural masterpieces. Overnight at your hotel
in Athens.
Day 2 Morning city tour of Athens
This morning, after breakfast, set off on a voyage of
discovery of this historic city. The morning city tour includes a visit to
the Acropolis and its Museum. The Acropolis hill, so called as the "Sacred
Rock" of Athens, is the most important site of the city and is also one of
the most recognizable monuments of the world. It is a significant
reference point of ancient Greek culture, as well as the symbol of the
city of Athens as it represents the apogee of artistic development in the
5th century BC. Over the centuries it has silent witness to Athens
chequered history. Indeed, Athens is a city with many faces and a stroll
around its famous historic triangle (Plaka, Thission, Psyri) in the oldest
neighbourhoods, reveals the co-existence of different eras. Old mansions,
some well preserved and others scarred by time; luxurious department
stores and small intimate shops; fancy restaurants and traditional
taverns; all have a place in this city. After the tour, explore this
amazing city on your own. Return to the hotel. Overnight at your hotel in
Athens.(B)
Day 3 Athens, Saronic cruise
This morning, after breakfast, you will be transferred
to the pier for your day cruise to the Saronic Islands of Aegina, Poros
and Hydra. Lunch is included on board this charming cruise. In Aegina you
can tour the Ancient Temple of Aphaia. In Poros take a walk to the clock
tower and admire the panoramic view. Hydra is the favourite resort of the
international jet set. Yes, the Saronic, known to connoisseurs of the good
life and to lovers of history is a fine blend of culture and beauty.
Return to Athens and overnight at your hotel in Athens. (B, L)
Day 4 Athens to Olympia
This morning, after breakfast, you set off on a 4 day
Classical Tour. Your first stop is at the Corinth Canal where you visit
the Theatre of Epidaurus before proceeding to the town of Nauplion for a
short stop. Drive a little further to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological
Site and Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through central
Peloponnese. Overnight at your hotel in Olympia. (B, D)
Day 5 Olympia to Delphi
This morning, after breakfast, visit the Archaeological
Site of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum.
Olympia needs no introduction. As its name suggests, it is the ancient
site of the Olympic Games and the birthplace of the flame which burns even
to this day. This is an ancient religious centre dedicated to the worship
of Zeus, the principal god of the Greek pantheon, ruler of the heavens and
the father of other gods and mortal heroes. The statue of Zeus at Olympia
by Phidias was one of the old Seven Wonders of the World. After the tour,
you drive onwards to Delphi. Overnight at your hotel in Delphi. (B, D)
Day 6 Delphi to Kalambaka
After breakfast, visit the Archaeological Site and
Museum of Delphi. Of all the ancient sites in Greece, Delphi is perhaps
the fairest of them all - the one with the most potent 'spirit of place'.
Built on the slopes of Mt Parnassos, overlooking the Gulf of Corinth and
extending into a valley of cypress and olive trees, this World Heritage
Sites allure lies both in its stunning setting and its inspiring ruins.
The ancients regarded Delphi as the centre of the world, for according to
mythology, Zeus released two eagles at opposite ends of the world and they
met here. It is also the site where the famed Oracle of Delphi is said to
have delivered messages from Apollo to those who sought his advice. Later
you drive onwards for Kalambaka. Overnight at your hotel in Kalambaka. (B,
D)
Day 7 Meteora to Athens
After breakfast, visit Meteora the ageless monasteries
that are the custodians of priceless Byzantine art. By early evening you
complete the classical tour circuit at Athens. Overnight at your hotel in
Athens. (B, D)
Day 8 Fly back home
Today after breakfast, bid farewell to beautiful Greece
as you are transferred to the airport for your flight home. The tour ends
at the airport. (B)