Dreaming of Classical Greece

Dreaming of Classical Greece

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Dreaming of Classical Greece

5 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece

Visiting: Athens, Kalambaka

Tour code:

26728

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $866

NB: Prices correct on 07-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of ancient Greece with the "Dreaming of Classical Greece" tour. This immersive experience takes you from the vibrant streets of Athens to the mystical monasteries of Meteora, offering a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, and the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. Wander through the ancient ruins of Delphi, once considered the center of the world, and marvel at the breathtaking views from the Meteora monasteries. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in Athens and Kalambaka, with guided tours and air-conditioned transportation ensuring a seamless and enriching adventure.

Highlights

  • Parthenon: Dedicated to the famous goddess Athena Parthenos, the patron of the city, the Parthenon is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy

  • Acropolis Museum: The Acropolis museum is the perfect sanctuary for the ancient artefacts found in the Parthenon and its surrounding temples

  • Delphi: Considered the centre of the world in Greek culture, Delphi is best represented by the famous stone monument, known as the Omphalos of Delphi

  • Meteora: Visiting the historical Meteora monasteries is a spiritual, mystical, and breathtaking experience

  • Cape Sounion: Visit the Temple of Poseidon and enjoy a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf and the little islands offshore

  • Panathenaic Stadium: See where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896

  • Temple of Olympian Zeus: Visit the remains of this colossal temple in Athens

  • Syntagma Square: Explore the vibrant heart of Athens and its surrounding areas like Kolonaki and Plaka

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Athens

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*, Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Arrival at Athens airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring Greece's beautiful capital. You may optionally visit Syntagma Square and indulge in the vibe of this stunning city. Enjoy shopping in some of the most popular areas of the city, the Kolonaki or Ermou, and have a nice, quiet walk on the beautiful alleys of Plaka, the old district where you can also find a great number of small shops selling souvenirs and other local artefacts. 

Overnight in Athens

Day 2 : Athens – Cape Sounion – Athens

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*, Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and a free morning. 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 Sounion, 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 Sounion.

Overnight  in Athens

Day 3 : Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka (417 Km -5.5 Hrs)

Location: Kalambaka

Accommodation Name: Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*, Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After a delicious breakfast, leave for Delphi via Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Wander around spellbinding Delphi, and visit the interesting  Archaeological Site (entrance to the Delphi museum not included). Afterward, depart for beautiful Kalambaka, passing through the picturesque villages and spectacular towns of Central Greece. Proceed to Kalambaka for a delightful dinner and overnight.

Overnight  in Kalambaka

Day 4 : Kalambaka – Athens (355 Km - 4Hrs)

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*, Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Indulge in a luscious breakfast at your selected hotel. Then, head towards Meteora, one of Greece's most famous landmarks. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and get closer to the Greek glorious history and culture. Admire the ageless Monasteries, standing between earth and sky atop huge rocks and containing priceless historical and religious treasures. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae.  Have a short stop to see across the road the Leonida's Monument, and arrive in Greece´s capital city early in the evening.

Overnight  in Athens

Day 5 : Departure Athens

Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

Begin your day with a mouthwatering breakfast at your hotel, preparing to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city, during a memorable city tour. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896. Stop for a few moments and then continue your tour passing by the Prime Minister's residence- the former Royal Palace, guarded by the Euzones in their colourful uniform. Then, see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament, the memorial of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, University, National Library, and the lovely Constitution Square (Syntagma). Go to Acropolis to visit the Architectural Masterpieces of Athens' Golden Age: The Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and finally "the harmony between material and spirit" and the monument that "puts an order in mind"- Greece's imposing Parthenon. Last, but not least, admire the wonders of the classical era at The New Acropolis Museum. After this interesting tour, return to your hotel to pick up your luggage and transfer to the airport for your departure flight. 

Breakfast included

What's Included

  • Tour Guide

    Operated with qualified local guides in English on Days 2 - 5.

  • Accommodation

    4 nights' accommodation in selected hotel categories.

  • Meals

    4 Breakfasts and 1 Dinner.

  • Transport

    Air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour and inbound/outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International airport).

  • Entrance Fees and Activities

    All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Acropolis site, Acropolis museum, Delphi site and two Meteora monasteries, Cape Sounio.

  • Other

    Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenditures

    Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme.

  • International Flights

    International flight tickets.

  • Airport Taxes

    Airport taxes for international flights.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for driver and guide.

  • Porterage

    Airport and Hotel porterage.

  • Entrance to Delphi Museum

    Entrance to Delphi museum.

  • Optional Tours

    Optional tours.

  • Overnight City Tax

    Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018.

    Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

  • Day 5: Estimated arrival time at the airport is 16:00 hrs. Please book the departing flight accordingly (or book an additional night)
  • 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 and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2, 4 Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3* 
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 3 Kalambaka:   

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

Pre-Night in Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Post-Night in Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4* 

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour, including inbound and outbound transfers from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International Airport).

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights' accommodation in Athens at either the Hotel Evita Asty (3*) or Hotel Fresh (4*), and 1 night in Kalambaka at either Hotel Orfeas (3*) or Hotel Amalia Kalambaka (4*). Optional pre- and post-nights in Athens are also available.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2, 4 Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3* 
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 3 Kalambaka:   

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

Pre-Night in Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Post-Night in Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4* 

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    Travel in comfort with air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour, including inbound and outbound transfers from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International Airport).

  • What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?

    Enjoy 4 nights' accommodation in Athens at either the Hotel Evita Asty (3*) or Hotel Fresh (4*), and 1 night in Kalambaka at either Hotel Orfeas (3*) or Hotel Amalia Kalambaka (4*). Optional pre- and post-nights in Athens are also available.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?

    Yes, all entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are included: Acropolis site, Acropolis museum, Delphi site, and two Meteora monasteries, Cape Sounio.

  • Is there a tour guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is operated with qualified local guides in English on Days 2 - 5.

  • What should I wear when visiting temples and religious sites?

    Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings.

  • What is the estimated arrival time at the airport on the last day of the tour?

    The estimated arrival time at the airport is 16:00 hrs. Please book the departing flight accordingly or book an additional night.

  • Are there any optional tours available?

    Yes, optional tours are available but are not included in the tour package.

  • Is the entrance to the Delphi museum included?

    No, the entrance to the Delphi museum is not included in the tour package.

  • Are there any additional costs I should be aware of?

    Yes, additional costs include personal expenditures, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the program, international flight tickets, airport taxes for international flights, gratuities for driver and guide, airport and hotel porterage, and overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st, 2018.

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Vanessa B  

Excellent

12-Jul-2023

Tour guides were excellent. The two day tour to central Greece was excellent

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