The highlights of Greece
17 Days
Some travelers won’t settle for just a taste of the Greek experience. We’re here to guide you while you experience everything Greece has to offer. Looking for one of the most comprehensive trips to Greece out there? This package is for you!
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Welcome to Athens!
This Greece trip package begins in Athens. Upon your arrival, the driver will be waiting for you right outside the Arrivals Hall holding a sign with your name to transfer you to your hotel. Our representative will wait for you in the hotel to welcome you and brief you about your trip. Check in and enjoy free time for relaxation or a stroll through the capital of Greece.
Panoramic sightseeing in Athens - Group tour
On day 2 of the essential Greece trip package, you will travel through time between the “old” and the “new” Athens. You will marvel at the magnificent ancient ruins of the past and explore the modern architecture of the city. You will have the chance to visit the Acropolis, an exquisite landmark of Athens, exhibiting its glorious history along with the Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena, Nike, and the Erechtheion. Other equally impressive and historic sites are the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier which is housed with the Parliament House in Syntagma (Constitution) Square.
Group tour of Mycenae, the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon
Starting from Athens, we drive westwards along the scenic coast until we reach the Corinth Canal to take in its breathtaking views (Short Stop). The Corinth Canal is a junction of international sea transport that serves ships coming from the western Mediterranean and Adriatic en route to the eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea ports. You’ll continue along the coastal road of the Saronic Gulf to Epidaurus.
Group tour of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games
Olympia is the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece, dedicated to Zeus, the father of the gods, it sprawls over the southwest foot of Mount Kronos, at the confluence of the Alpheios and the Kladeos rivers. Although secluded near the west coast of the Peloponnese, Olympia became the most important religious and athletic center in Greece. Its fame rests upon the Olympic Games, which was held every four years to honor Zeus. You’ll visit this archaeological site and the museum before driving to Rion, the channel to Antirrion, onto the new state of the art suspended bridge, considered to be the longest and most modern in Europe. You will then arrive in Nafpaktos and continue to Delphi for dinner and an overnight stay.
Group tour of Delphi, the navel of the earth
Situated at the foot of Mount Parnassos, within the angle formed by the twin rocks of the Phaedriades, lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, the home of the most famous oracle of ancient Greece. Delphi was regarded as the center of the world. According to mythology, it is here that the two eagles sent out by Zeus from the ends of the universe to find the navel of the world met.
The sanctuary of Delphi is a favorite among our Greece travel agents. Set within a most spectacular landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious center and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world and seat of the Pythian Games, the second most important games in Greece after the Olympics. You’ll explore the archaeological site and museum, where you can see the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dedicated to Apollo by Polyzalos, the tyrant of Gela, in 478 B.C. Then you will depart for Kalambaka for a short visit of the village upon arrival. Finally, you’ll settle in for dinner and an overnight stay in Kalambaka.
Group tour of the breathtaking Meteora
Today we will see one of the most amazing places in Greece – Meteora. Meaning ‘suspended in air’ the name Meteora soon came to encompass the entire rock community of the 24 biggest and most important group of monasteries in Greece, after those in Mount Athos. Monks descended the mountains in nets or on retractable wooden ladders up to 40m long to the fertile valleys below. Each community developed its own resources and by the end of the 14th century, the Grand Meteoron emerged as the dominant community. The rock monasteries have been characterized by UNESCO as a unique phenomenon of cultural heritage. After the visit, you’ll begin the drive back to Athens, passing through Thermopylae for a photo stop.
From Athens to Mykonos by high-speed ferry
The driver will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel to transfer you to Piraeus port.
Duration of the trip is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
The driver will be waiting for you right outside the vessel to transfer you to your hotel.
Group tour of the island of ancient Delos
Voyage to an island where time stands still. A sacred place in Greek mythology, Delos is an archaeological delight waiting to be discovered. Cruise to the island of Delos in the company of an experienced guide to explore the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. An island completely devoted to archaeological remains, history comes alive with every step. During classical times, Delos was the center of trade, politics, and religion but is now completely uninhabited and one of the most important archaeological sites in the eastern Mediterranean.
Head into the museum to see the remains of the temple of Apollo, the sanctuary of Artemis, the ancient city, the theatre and stroll through the Avenue of Lions. Enjoy the view of the entire island from the museum café and then head back to Mykonos by boat. Experience a truly fascinating half-day excursion to an island replete with history and legends.
From Mykonos to Santorini by high-speed ferry
The driver will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel to transfer you to the port.
Duration of the trip is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
The driver will be waiting for you right outside the vessel to transfer you to your hotel.
See Santorini in one day - bus & boat group tour
The complete Santorini experience! This tour program is designed for those who wish to discover the land and the sea of this treasure island! You will travel to your first destination by bus; the 16th-century monastery of Prophet Elias is built on the highest point of the island, 565 meters above the sea level, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the whole island! After the Prophet Elias Monastery, we will visit the village of Pyrgos, with its Cycladic architecture, Byzantine churches, and the Venetian Castle. Situated in one of the highest points of the island, Pyrgos offers an amazing view of the north-west part of Santorini.
Free day in Santorini
Enjoy the day at your own leisure! Trips to Greece just aren’t the same without a free day in beautiful Santorini!
From Santorini to Heraklion by high-speed ferry
The driver will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel to transfer you to the port.
Duration of the trip is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. These ferry rides are a wonderful part of trips to Greece.
Private tour of the palace of Knossos & the city of Heraklion
Discover one of Ancient Greece’s most fascinating treasures, the Palace of Knossos. Dating back to 1900 BC, it was the hub of Crete’s Minoan civilization where the mythical Minotaur was once said to have lurked in a labyrinth. Learn all the legends of this ancient civilization, the oldest in Europe, as you explore the treasures of its most famous palace including the throne room, royal apartments and frescoes.
Free day in Heraklion
Enjoy the day at your own leisure! Free time is one of the best parts of trips to Greece!
Private transfer from Heraklion to Chania
Duration of the trip is approximately 2 hours.
Private Greece tours of the 7 villages of Apokoronas
On day 16, you will take a tour of the unique area of Apokoronas, the East part of Chania Region. On the way to Apokoronas, one of the first villages is Aptera. We will visit the ancient city with its Roman theatre and the monastery of Saint John.
Flight from Chania to Athens - goodbye Greece!
The driver will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel to transfer you to the airport.
Duration of the trip is approximately 50 minutes. We hope we will see you again and this is just one of many trips to Greece!
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