Compare Classical Greece by Great Value Vacations vs Absolutely Greek by Eskapas
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| Duration | 7 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 1,966 | $ 1,450 |
| Price Per Day | $ 281 | $ 181 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation.
Your adventure starts in the capital city of Athens, where you'll explore at your leisure, as well as enjoy a tour of some of the must-see sites, from the Acropolis to the Pantheon. After two nights enjoying at your own pace, embark on a 4-day escorted tour to some of Greece's most iconic destinations; visit the former home of Delphi's famous oracle to the breathtaking monasteries at Meteora, which sit perched on huge granite rocks. You'll even visit the site of the ancient Olympic games on this gold medal-worthy getaway. |
Mythology, History, Mediterranean art, generous sun … Absolutely Greek is the perfect tour in Greece that offers the perfect cocktail for a successful holiday! This package provides the ideal opportunity to experience vastly diverse aspects of Greece. The cosmopolitan city of Athens, the more traditional parts of the mainland and of course the Greek islands. Start your journey from Athens, where ancient ruins lie next to contemporary buildings and stand in awe at marvelous coming together of two eras that are millennia apart. Heave your anchors for a mini cruise to the picturesque islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina where you will traverse the local trails leading to secluded sandy beaches. Travel through mainland’s vivid natural environment sprinkled with graphic villages which encompass true Greek hospitality. Immerse yourself in the rich history, including Epidaurus, Mycenae and the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus. Finally, you will bear witness to one of the world’s most unique geological formations when you visit Meteora, where you can see monasteries hanging on for dear life on the cliff sides raising up from the valley. Make the smart choice and book now! |
Day 1 Welcome to Athens!
Arrive at Athens Airport and enjoy a transfer to your accommodation. Why not celebrate your first night in Greece by sampling all the local flavors? Indulge in a platter of cheese from each island and region, or treat yourself to some freshly-baked pita bread with a selection of locally-produced olive oil. Don't forget to wash it down with a glass of Retsina, Greece's specialty white wine,
Day 2 Athens
Embark on your sightseeing tour of the ancient city! After the tour, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Take a stroll through the Plaka district, located under the Acropolis. Here, you can see the Greek capital as it was over 100 years ago!
Day 3 Athens - Olympia
Your 4-day escorted tour of classical Greece begins today! Leave Athens by the scenic coastal road, then make a short photo stop at the Corinth Canal, one of the 19th Century world’s engineering masterpieces; the canal's history dates as far back as 602 B.C.! Continue to Epidaurus, home to the famous 4th century B.C. theater with its astonishing acoustics. Up next you'll explore the town of Nafplion, a modern seaside resort with an old town dominated by the mighty Palamidi Fortress. The last stop of the day is Mycenae, the Homeric city of Atreides, the city "rich in gold" of the ancient poets. You'll see the famous Lion's Gate, the Cyclopean Walls, and the Royal Tombs. Depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese, Tripoli, and Megalopoli.
Day 4 Olympia - Delphi
Indulge during breakfast today, because you're visiting the site of the ancient Olympic games: Olympia! See an ancient sanctuary at the Temple of Olympian Zeus, then explore the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, which hosts important treasures such as the famous statue of Praxiteles, Hermes. Continue through Achaia and Rio - Antirio towards Delphi, passing through the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos and Itea.
Day 5 Delphi - Kalambaka
Enjoy your breakfast and depart for your tour to Delphi, located on the slopes of Mount Parnasus and once believed as the center of the earth! Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios, once home to a legendary oracle who was under the influence of the ancient god Apollo. Then, explore the Treasury of the Athenians and the Delphi Museum, where you stare into the eyes of the famous bronze charioteer, among other works.
Day 6 Kalambaka - Athens
After breakfast embark on an adventure to monastaries hidden away in the mountains of Meteora. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to suspend between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures, from painted wonders to sacred sculptures. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant in Kalambaka (not included), before returning to Athens bypassing Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae.
Day 7 Depart Greece
After breakfast, enjoy one final transfer to Athens Airport for your flight home.
Day 1: Athens Arrival
On arrival you will be met by our assistant and transferred to your hotel Cenral 3*** or similar tourist class hotel. Transfer will be made by our minibus or taxi driver. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2: Athens Half Day Sightseeing Tour
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast we meet you at your hotel or close by, in order to start the morning Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour. (with the new Acropolis Museum) Return at 13:30 Overnight: Athens
Day 3: Saronic Gulf Island Cruise: Hydra to Poros to Aegin
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
07.30 a.m. Transfer by motor coach from Athens center to Piraeus port to embark on the cruise ship in order to start the full day cruise to the 3 beautiful Islands of Hydra – Poros - Aegina, which are nearby Athens (lunch on board is included). Return to Piraeus port at 7.15 p.m. and transfer back to your hotel in Athens. Overnight: Athens
Day 4: Athens to Epidaurus to Nafplion to Olympia
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Early in the morning, departure for visiting ancient Mycenae and Epidaurus theatre, famous for its acoustics. After a short stop at Nafplion depart for Olympia through the central Peloponnesus.
Overnight: Olympia
Day 5: Olympia to Delphi
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
In the morning visit the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium and the archaeological museum. Drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia and over the magnificent cable stayed bridge of Rio-Antirio. Arrive in Delphi.
Overnight: Delphi
Day 6: Delphi to Meteora to Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
In the morning visit the archaeological site and the museum. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing rock formations of Meteora. Overnight: Kalambaka
Day 7: Kalambaka to Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Visit Meteora. Amidst striking scenery, perched on huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless monasteries where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Return to Athens for overnight stay. Overnight: Athens
Day 8: Departure from Athens
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast you will be met by our assistant at your hotel and transferred to the airport by our minibus or taxi driver for your departure flight. Overnight: - Optionally you can extend pre/post stay.
