Secrets of Greece including Corfu
Overview
Highlights
- City tour in Nafplion, Olympia, Meteora, Delphi and Athens
- Orientation of Amphilochia, Preveza, Corfu, Metsovo, Meteora and Galaxidi
- Visit the Amphitheatre and Sanctuary of Aesculapius at Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the towns of Amphilocia and Preveza, the island of Corfu and it's Venetian Castle, monastery of Palaiokastritsa and Achilleon Palace, the picturesque towns of Ioannina and Metsovo, the incredible rock monasteries in Meteora, Mount Pelion region, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, the port town of Galaxidi and the Acropolis in Athens
- View the Parthenon, the Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens
- Seethe Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae
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- Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Hand-picked 4 and 5 star accommodation
- Hand-picked Insider Experiences
- Optional Experiences and free time
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- VIP entry to many sights
- Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Return ferry to Corfu
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Itinerary
Welcome to Athens. On arrival transfer to your hotel. Later meet with your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception. ...
This morning enjoy a leisurely drive to the northeast Peloponnese. View the impressive Corinth Canal which connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea before your visit to the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and the Sanctuary of Asclepius, God of...
Enjoy a visit to Mycenae, the most important palatial centre of the late Bronze Age in Greece. Here you will walk through the Lion gate and remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, as well as see his tomb. Gain a Cultural Insight into wine production in the Nemea region a...
Cross the Peloponnese and head west towards the famous village of Olympia. Visit the archaeological site and museum home of the original Olympic Games in antiquity. This evening join us at our wonderful Be My Guest dinner of authentic local cuisine on an olive oil far...
This morning cross the famous Rion-Antirion Bridge, a marvel of modern architecture and engineering in the 21st century before heading up the Ionian coast. See the the quaint town of Amphilochia and the local city of Preveza before arriving to Nikopolis to see where t...
Enjoy an island orientation of Corfu. Visit the Venetian Castle and the monastery of Palaiokastritsa. Later visit the Achilleion Palace with its beautiful views and bougainvillea, built by Elizabeth “Sissi” Empress of Austria and Hungary. This was once the summer residency of the royal family of Greece and overlooks the famous island of Pontikonisi and the beautiful clear waters of the bay.
Say goodbye to Corfu and sail back to the mainland to arrive later in the lively city of Ioannina. Enjoy free time to walk around the Old Town or alongside Pamvotis Lake. Enjoy views of the famous island in the middle of the lake which is home to picturesque byzantine...
Stop in the mountainous picturesque town of Metsovo, famous for Metsovone cheese and local wine. Continue on to Kalambaka, home to the famous byzantine Monasteries of Meteora perched on top of the impossibly tall rocks. The striking, unique geology of the region led t...
Today you will enjoy spectacular scenery as you travel through the countryside over the famous mountain ranges of Parnassos and Giona. Stop briefly in Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defence by Leonidas and his 300 brave Spartans against the invading Persians. Enjo...
On arrival in Athens, visit the Acropolis and view the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena and one of the world's greatest cultural monuments. Your sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist continues with views of the Agora, the Royal Palace and the Temple of Ze...
Say goodbye to your fellow travellers at the end of a magical holiday, or join the 3 Day Santorini Extension. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.
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