Best of Greece

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12 Days, 1 Country. Explore Athens and tour the historic ancient sites on the Greek mainland before enjoying free time on the beautiful islands of Mykonos & Santorini.
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Overview

Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Explore the ancient sites of the Greek mainland
    • including Meteora
    • Olympia and DelphiAthens city tour - see the AcropolisEnjoy three nights on Mykonos and three nights on Santorini

What's this trip about?

    12 Days, 1 Country. Explore Athens and tour the historic ancient sites on the Greek mainland before enjoying free time on the beautiful islands of Mykonos & Santorini.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City Athens
End City Athens

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece

Attractions

  • Acropolis
  • Athens
  • Corinth
  • Delphi
  • Epidaurus
  • Meteora
  • Mycenae
  • Mykonos
  • Olympia
  • Santorini
  • Temple of Zeus

Activities

  • Culture
  • History

Trip includes

    • 11 nights' 2 and 3-star hotel accommodation in twin-share rooms
    • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room
    • Services of your Expat tour leader, who will be on hand with advice and tips to ensure that you get the most from your trip
    • You can also book any of the optional excursions available during your tour with your tour leader – please see the 'Essential Information' tab for more details
    • 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinnersAny public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) Air-conditioned coach9 Experiences (including guided walking tours, orientation walks, driving tours of cities plus other exciting experiences) Ferry transportation: Athens-Mykonos & Mykonos-Santorini Internal flight: Santorini-AthensNot Included: International flights

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Athens
Welcome to Greece! Upon arrival, make your own way the hotel for the start of the tour (airport transfers available at extra cost, please contact us for details). This evening we will enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant in Thissio, a historical neighbourhood o...
Day 2: Thermopylae - Meteora - Kalambaka
It’s an early start this morning as we head north. On our way, we will stop at Thermopylae to admire the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta. We'll then drive on to Meteora, where we will see amazing rock formations, like towers of sandstone, stand ageless, and have provi...
Day 3: Kalambaka - Delphi
After breakfast, we depart and cross the mountains for central Greece, arriving in Delphi, we will check-in to our hotel and make our way out again, heading straight for our visit to the ancient site of Delphi and museum. In antiquity, Delphi was considered the “omphalos...
Day 4: Delphi - Olympia
We leave Delphi behind this morning and head south towards the Peloponnese peninsula. The road will lead through Itea and Nafpaktos to the impressive Rio-Antirio bridge. Crossing over the bridge, we will arrive at the little village of ancient Olympia, Built on the banks...
Day 5: Mycenae - Nafplion - Epidaurus - Corinth canal - Athens
This morning we will cross the mountains of Peloponnese to arrive at Mycenae for our visit to the tomb of Agamemnon and the famous Lion’s gate. Our day continues to the picturesque town of Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece, dominated by Palamidi castle. We wil...
Day 6: Athens city tour - Mykonos
After breakfast we'll take a panoramic tour of Athens. We will see the Academy, the National library, the Greek parliament and the tomb of Unknown Soldier guarded by the Evzones, the Panathinaikon marble stadium where the first modern Olympics took place, Hadrian’s Arch,...
Day 7: Mykonos - Free day
Day at leisure to explore the magnificent island of Mykonos with its unique sandy beaches on your own. Attractions to discover in your free time Archaeological Museum Tue-Sun: 8:30-15:00 € 4 Optional Excursions Ano Mera & Island tour €45 * Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

Day 8: Mykonos - Free day
Another day at leisure to soak up some sun, explore the bustling town of Mykonos or enjoy the facilities of your hotel. Alternatively, follow our suggested optional excursion to ancient Delos. Attractions to discover in your free time Archaeological Museum Tue-Sun: 8:30-15:00 € 4 Optional Excursions Delos Tour €55 South Coast Boat Trip €65 * Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

Day 9: Mykonos - Santorini
Morning at leisure until the time to transfer to the port to catch the local ferry to Santorini. Arrive in Santorini and transfer to our hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Experiences Enjoy the morning in Mykonos before we take the ferry to Santorini, where you will ...
Day 10: Santorini - Free day
Day at leisure to explore this unique island on your own. Attractions to discover in your free time Museum of Prehistoric Thera Tue-Sun: 8:30-15:00 € 6 The Archaeological Museum Tue-Sun: 8:30-15:00 € 2 Santorini Cable Car Daily 7:00- 21:00 € 5 Optional Excursions Island tour €45 * Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

Day 11: Santorini - Free day
Another day at leisure for you to explore this unique island. Alternatively, you can follow our optional boat excursion to the caldera islands. We will visit the volcano, the hot springs, little Thirassia island and we will end at Amoudi bay, the little port of Oia. We w...
Day 12: Return to Athens
Early in the morning we will be transferred to the airport of Santorini to catch a local flight back to Athens. This flight is with Aegean airlines and is included within the cost of the tour package. Arrival at Athens airport brings your tour to a conclusion. Experiences Fly back to Athens for the end of the tour. Extra Information Breakfast Lunch Dinner

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Price From $1,655
Price per day$138
Last Updated: 9/12/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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