Treasures of Classical Greece: Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi

Treasures of Classical Greece: Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi

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Treasures of Classical Greece: Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi

7 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece

Visiting: Athens, Olympia, Delphi

Tour code:

606508

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

18-99

Tour operated in:

English
From: $1178

NB: Prices correct on 23-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of ancient Greece with the "Treasures of Classical Greece: Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi" tour. This immersive experience takes you to some of Greece's most iconic archaeological sites, including the Theatre of Epidaurus, the ancient city of Mycenae, and the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Olympia. Marvel at the grandeur of Delphi, home to the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece, and explore the architectural masterpieces of the Acropolis in Athens. With guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and included meals, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation.

Highlights

  • Epidaurus: 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 the ancient Greek remains and the tomb of Agamemnon in Mycenae

  • Olympia: The birthplace of the Olympic Games

  • Delphi: At the foot of Mount Parnassos, lies the PanHellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which was the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece

  • Acropolis: Visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens

  • Acropolis Museum: Recognized as one of the top museums in the world, you’ll find yourself up close to the impressive marble masterpieces found on the Acropolis including dramatic sculptures and friezes that brilliantly define the Classical period of ancient Greece

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Athens (40Km – 35Min)

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Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or Hotel Fresh

On your arrival at Athens Airport, you will be greeted and you will be taken to your Athens hotel in total comfort. Athens has an array of amazing hotels, and this package has the cream of the crop, and we know you will thoroughly enjoy your one night stay in Athens.

Overnight in Athens.

Day 2 : Athens – Canal Of Corinth – Epidaurus –Nauplion - Mycenae – Olympia (385Km – 9 Hrs)

Location: Olympia

Accommodation Name: Hotel Olympic Village or Hotel Europa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel. Leave by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (short stop). Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Then proceed to the town of Nauplion (short photo stop), drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games. Dinner served at the hotel.

Overnight in Olympia.

Day 3 : Olympia – Olympia Archeological Site & Museum – Ancient Stadium – Delphi (330Km – 9 Hrs)

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Location: Delphi

Accommodation Name: Hotel Hermes or Hotel Amalia Delphi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Have breakfast at the hotel. Afterwards visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Eliad and Achaia until the magnificent bridge which is crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive in Delphi. Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight in Delphi.

Day 4 : Delphi – Delphi Archeological Site & Museum – Athens (330Km – 9 Hrs)

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Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or Hotel Fresh

Meals Included: Breakfast

Indulge in a tasty breakfast at the hotel. In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum. A couple of hours free time in Delphi before departing and drive through the village of Arachova, renowned for its colourful rugs and carpets. Return to Athens via Levadia and Thebes. Arrive in Athens early in the evening.  

Overnight in Athens.

Day 5 : Athens

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Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or Hotel Fresh

Meals Included: Breakfast

Recharge your batteries with breakfast in the hotel. Day free at your own to explore Athens city.

Overnight in Athens.

Day 6 : Athens City Tour – Optional Half Day Tour To Cape Sounion

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Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or Hotel Fresh

Meals Included: Breakfast

Start your day with an energizing breakfast at the hotel. Today you have the opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts the order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum. Please note that due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of the new Acropolis museum the order of the program can be changed. In the evening you can optionally book the half-day tour to Cape Sounion (not included):

Half-day Cape Sounion (shared): includes shared bus transportation, shared bilingual (English and Italian) speaking local guide, entrance fee for Poseidon Temple. Drive along the coastal road, passing the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni & Varkiza to the most Southern point of Attica, Cape Sounio, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand. On the way, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf and the little islands offshore. After visiting the Temple of Poseidon, you have time to walk at leisure on the rocky promontory of Sounio. Return to your hotel.

Overnight in Athens.

Day 7 : Departure Athens (40Km – 35Min)

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Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wake up to one last breakfast at the hotel. Depending on your flight departure transfer to the airport of Athens.

What's Included

  • Tour Guide

    Operated with English-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 2-6).

  • Accommodation

    6 night's accommodation in selected hotel categories.

  • Meals

    6 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners (Day 2, 3).

  • Transport

    Arrival and departure shared transfer in an air-conditioning bus from Athens International Airport or Piraeus Port. Shared transportation in an air-conditioning bus throughout the tour (Day 2-6).

  • Entrance Fees & Activities

    All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Corinth Canal short stop, Theatre of Epidauros visit, Nauplion short stop, Mycenae Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon visit (Day 2); Olympia Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum (Day 3); Delphi Archaeological Site and the Museum (Day 4); Athens city tour (Day 6).

  • Other

    Meet & Greet service.

What's Not Included

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees are not included.

  • Flights

    Domestic and international flights are not included.

  • Drinks

    Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) are not included.

  • Optional Tours

    Optional tours (if any) are not included.

  • City Tax

    City tax is not included and is payable on the spot.

  • Unmentioned Visits

    Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.

  • Porterage and Gratuities

    Porterage and gratuities are not included.

  • Personal Expenditures

    Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.

  • Additional Fees

    Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

    are not included.

  • 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.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.


Please Note

  • Day 6: Please note that due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of the new Acropolis museum the order of the program can be changed
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
  • In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
  • Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 4, 5, 6 Athens

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 2 Olympia

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Village or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Europa or similar 4*

Day 3 Delphi

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hermes or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Delphi or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre/ Post-night Athens

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with shared transfers in an air-conditioned bus from Athens International Airport or Piraeus Port on arrival and departure days, and throughout the tour from Day 2 to Day 6.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights of comfortable accommodation with options ranging from 3-star hotels like Hotel Jason Inn in Athens, Hotel Olympic Village in Olympia, and Hotel Hermes in Delphi, to 4-star hotels like Hotel Fresh in Athens, Hotel Europa in Olympia, and Hotel Amalia Delphi.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 4, 5, 6 Athens

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 2 Olympia

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Village or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Europa or similar 4*

Day 3 Delphi

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hermes or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Delphi or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre/ Post-night Athens

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of clothing is recommended for this tour?

    Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

  • Are there any meals included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes 6 breakfasts and 2 dinners (on Day 2 and Day 3).

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes shared transportation in an air-conditioned bus throughout the tour (Day 2-6). Additionally, there are shared transfers from Athens International Airport or Piraeus Port on arrival (Day 1) and departure (Day 7).

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?

    Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included. This includes visits to the Corinth Canal, Theatre of Epidauros, Mycenae Archaeological Site, Olympia Archaeological Site, Delphi Archaeological Site, and the Acropolis Museum.

  • Is there a tour guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is operated with English-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities from Day 2 to Day 6.

  • What are the accommodation options available during the tour?

    Accommodation options vary by location and category. In Athens, you can stay at Hotel Jason Inn (3*) or Hotel Fresh (4*). In Olympia, options include Hotel Olympic Village (3*) or Hotel Europa (4*). In Delphi, you can stay at Hotel Hermes (3*) or Hotel Amalia Delphi (4*).

  • Is there an option to extend the stay in Athens?

    Yes, there is an optional extra to book pre/post-night stays in Athens. Accommodation options for this include Hotel Jason Inn (3*) or Hotel Fresh (4*).

  • Are there any optional tours available during the trip?

    Yes, on Day 6, there is an optional half-day tour to Cape Sounion, which includes shared bus transportation, a shared bilingual (English and Italian) speaking local guide, and entrance fee for Poseidon Temple.

  • What should I be aware of regarding hotel accommodations?

    In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed, and their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of a triple room. Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed.

  • Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?

    Yes, additional costs not included are visa fees, domestic and international flights, drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise), optional tours, city tax payable on the spot, porterage and gratuities, personal expenditures, and travel insurance.

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival

Reviews of this operator

Indra  

Best Tpur Operator for Greece

06-Jul-2023

The best Tour Operator. The planning and timing by the agency was great. Accommodation was also good. The package was reasonable. Thanks to Destination Services Greece

Giovanni B.  

Great

27-Jul-2022

Very committed service with proper follow-up. Service provided as per their schedule with a hassle free journey... thanks to ITS tours and travels for providing services

Duran  

Excellent company

15-Jun-2022

Based on their very positive reviews, we booked with Destination Services Greece. I found the service and response of this travel agency to be excellent. Easily 5-stars. My emails were promptly responded to, and everyone showed up when they were supposed to.

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