Go Local - Highlights of Greece
Go Local - Highlights of Greece
$891
Go Local - Highlights of Greece
8 Days Starting and ending in Athens
Visiting: Athens, Kalabaka
Tour operator:
Tour code:
84389
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 30
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Explore the rich history of Classical Greece on a 8-days tour departing from Athens. Led by an expert guide, see UNESCO-listed sites such as the Sanctuary of Asclepius and discover the Delphi Archaeological Museum. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Epidaurus: Epidaurus is one of the most important archaeological findings reflecting the splendour of Greek culture through its imposing beauty. Visit the birthplace of Apollo's son and an ancient place of healing Mycenae: See ancient Greek remains and the tomb of Agamemnon in Mycenae Meteora: Discover the secrets of the ancient monasteries of Meteora in Kalambaka Delphi: At the foot of Mount Parnassos, lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which was the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece. Delphi is the second-most important archaeological site in Greece (after the Acropolis in Athens) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Food tour: Visit the Athens Central Market and stroll through off-the-beaten-path areas in the city. Discover where Athenians shop and eat in a lively neighbourhood. Learn about the Mediterranean diet and sample Greek savouries and sweets.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Evita Asty
On your arrival at Athens airport you will be greeted and taken to your Athens hotel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, strolling the beautifully arranged streets of charming Athens. Perhaps enjoy a walk in the picturesque Plaka area, indulge in a tasty coffee at one of the inviting cafes in Agia Eirini Square, or adventure into a souvenir shopping session on Adrianou Street.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Evita Asty
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the day exploring the Capital of Greece: Athens on your own.
Overnight in Athens
Day 3 : Athens – Canal Of Corinth – Mycenae – Nauplia Epidaurus (250 Km 3 Hrs)
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Evita Asty
Breakfast in the hotel. Explore the remains of the ancient city of Mycenae a major center of Greek civilization from 1600BC to 1100BC. Depart from Athens via the coastal National highway for the Corinth Canal (shortstop). Drive to Mycenae and visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. Visit the Palace, the Lionesses Gate and the tomb of Agamemnon. After lunch (not included), proceed through Argos to Nauplia the first capital of modern Greece with its Venetian fortress of Palamidi and the fortified islet of Bourtzi (shortstop). Continue to and visit the ancient theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo's son Asclepius, the healer and was the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best-preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics. The tour returns to Athens in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 4 : Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka (420 Km 5.5 Hrs)
Location: Kalabaka
Accommodation Name: Orfeas
After breakfast, leave for Delphi via Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, arrive in Delphi and visit the Archaeological Site. After the visit depart for Kalambaka, passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece. Proceed to Kalambaka for dinner and overnight.
Overnight in Kalambaka.
Day 5 : Kalambaka Athens (355 Km 4.5 Hrs)
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Evita Asty
Breakfast at your hotel. Visit Meteora and enjoy a unique and most impressive scenery with ageless Monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between earth and sky atop huge rocks. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae (short stop to see across the road the Leonida's Monument), arrive in Athens early in the evening.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 6 : Athens/ Food Tour – Optional Tour
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Evita Asty
Breakfast in the hotel. Get ready to bite into a sweet, cream-filled, crunchy filo layered pie called bougatsa, fork into perfectly fried doughnut balls drenched in honey called loukoumades, and savor a satisfying meld of flavors from warm pita bread filled with seasoned grilled meat, fresh veggies and a traditional sauce called gyros. In between, you’ll taste Feta cheese, Greek olives, and sip Greek wines. This neighborhood walk revolves around sampling Greece’s traditional food.
Athens Central Market and More: Our Tour guide will lead you through the bustling Athens Central Market, a historic food market unlike any other in Europe. Here, colorful and fragrant food stalls set the stage among animated food sellers, fishmongers and butchers whelping for sales as locals bargain them down.
Experience the Tastes of Greece: You’ll also walk the city’s quaint spice street, browse through mom-and-pop specialty shops selling local wine, olive oil, cheese or olives, and sample what’s behind the glass counters at family-run delicatessens. The aromas of fresh, out-of-the-oven savory pies, the tempting displays of Greek pastries and sips of Greece’s strong and tasteful spirits round out the food tour.
Discover Athenian Food Culture: In between each bite, you’ll gain insight into Greece’s fascinating food culture, the evolution of the country’s cuisine and the healthy nature of locally produced, organic ingredients.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 7 : Athens: Day At Leisure
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Evita Asty
Breakfast at your hotel. Today is at your own leisure. Enjoy your free day in Athens, exploring the hidden corners of this amazing vibrant capital.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 8 : Departure Athens
Location: Athens
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Athens airport to continue with your travelling arrangements.
Breakfast included.
What's Included
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Qualified Local English Speaking Guides
Operated with qualified local English speaking guides on a shared basis on Day 3-5.
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Accommodation
7 nights' accommodation in the selected hotel category.
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Meals
7 breakfasts and 1 dinner.
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Transportation
Air-conditioned shared transportation on Days 3-5 of the tour.
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Airport Transfers
Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International airport).
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Entrance Fees
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Entrance fees for the Delphi Site and Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae, and Meteora.
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Meet & Greet
Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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Operated with qualified local English speaking guides on a shared basis on Day 3-5
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7 nights' accommodation in the selected hotel category
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7 breakfasts
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme.
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Flight Tickets and Visa Fees
Flight tickets or visa fees.
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Airport Taxes
Airport taxes for domestic and international flights.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for driver and guide.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours.
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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. -
Climate Change Resilience Fee
Climate Change Resilience Fee effective from December 12th, 2023.
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Expenditures of a personal nature drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
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Flight tickets or visa fees
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Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
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Gratuities for driver and guide
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Optional tours
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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
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Climate Change Resilience Fee effective from December 12th 2023
Mode of Transport
Travel in air-conditioned shared transportation on Days 3-5, with inbound and outbound transfers from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights of comfortable accommodation in the selected hotel category, including stays at Evita Asty in Athens and Orfeas in Kalambaka.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes air-conditioned shared transportation on Days 3-5 of the tour.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, inbound and outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International Airport) are included.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 7 breakfasts and 1 dinner.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?
Yes, all entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as entrance fees for the Delphi Site and Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae, and Meteora.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, the tour is operated with qualified local English-speaking guides on a shared basis on Days 3-5.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights' accommodation in the selected hotel category.
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Is there a meet and greet service upon arrival?
Yes, there is a meet and greet service on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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What activities are planned for the first day in Athens?
On the first day, after being greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel, you can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the streets of Athens, the Plaka area, Agia Eirini Square, or shopping on Adrianou Street.
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What can I expect during the visit to Mycenae?
During the visit to Mycenae, you will explore the archaeological site, including the Palace, the Lionesses Gate, and the tomb of Agamemnon.
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What is special about the theatre in Epidaurus?
The theatre in Epidaurus is one of the best-preserved classical Greek buildings, famous for its amazing acoustics, and is still used today.
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What will I experience during the food tour in Athens?
During the food tour, you will sample traditional Greek foods like bougatsa, loukoumades, gyros, Feta cheese, Greek olives, and Greek wines. The tour includes a visit to the Athens Central Market, spice street, and family-run delicatessens.
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What is the itinerary for the visit to Delphi and Kalambaka?
After breakfast, you will leave for Delphi, visit the Archaeological Site, and then depart for Kalambaka, passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece. You will have dinner and overnight in Kalambaka.
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What will I see in Meteora?
In Meteora, you will visit the ageless Monasteries, which contain priceless historical and religious treasures and are situated atop huge rocks.
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How does Today Voyages work?
We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?
Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
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What is an additional excursion or tour optional?
Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
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What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?
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What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?
It is very simple... you will be offered an alternative departure date or be refunded the full amount you pre-paid. No questions asked!
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Cancellation Policy
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