Winter in Greece - Classical Greece
Winter in Greece - Classical Greece
Winter in Greece - Classical Greece
8 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Kalambaka
Tour operator:
Tour code:
246916
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
Experience the magic of Greece in winter with our "Winter in Greece - Classical Greece" tour. This immersive journey takes you through the heart of ancient Greek civilization, starting in Athens with its iconic Acropolis and vibrant city life. Travel in luxury vehicles to explore the Corinth Canal, the acoustically perfect Theatre of Epidaurus, and the archaeological wonders of Mycenae. Visit Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and Delphi, home to the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece. Marvel at the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora perched on towering sandstone pillars. Enjoy 7 nights in superior 4-star hotels, with guided tours, entrance fees, and select meals included. This cultural adventure promises a deep dive into Greece's rich history and stunning landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
On your arrival at Athens airport, you will be met and taken to your Athens hotel. Athens has an array of amazing hotels, and this package offers the cream of the crop. Once youâre settled, you can spend the rest of the day at leisure, either by heading out to explore the streets of Athens at your own rhythm or by making the most of the services available at the hotel.Â
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, have breakfast and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 3 : Athens â Canal Of Corinth â Epidaurus âNauplion - Mycenae â Olympia (385Km â 9 Hrs)
Location: Olympia
Accommodation Name: Hotel Europa or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast in the hotel, leave Athens by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal, where you will make a short stop to contemplate the views. Then drive on and visit the splendid Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics. After that, proceed to the town of Nauplion, where you will enjoy a brief photo stop before continuing to Mycenae. Here you will visit the cityâs fascinating Archaeological Site, as well as the Tomb of Agamemnon. Lastly, depart for Olympia by driving through the Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Once you arrive in Olympia, cradle of the Olympic Games, check in at the hotel to spend the night.Â
Overnight in Olympia.
Day 4 : Olympia - Delphi (330Km â 8 Hrs)
Location: Delphi
Accommodation Name: Hotel Amalia or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today breakfast in the hotel is followed by a visit to the Archaeological Site containing the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. After that morning of history, monuments and enlightenment, itâs time to drive through the plains of Eliad and Achaia to the magnificent bridge crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea before you finally arrive in Delphi, a city once regarded as the centre of the world. According to mythology, Zeus sent out two eagles from the ends of the universe to find the navel of the world, and it was in this location that they met. The sanctuary of Delphi is set within a most spectacular landscape. Check in at the hotel and spend the night.Â
Overnight in Delphi.
Day 5 : Delphi - Kalambaka (310Km â 8 Hrs)
Location: Kalambaka
Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Wake up to breakfast in the hotel and then head out to explore the Archaeological Site and Museum of Delphi, where amongst other archaeological treasures you can contemplate the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dedicated to Apollo by Polyzalos. After the visit, you will depart for Kalambaka, a small town located at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, an almost alien landscape filled with gigantic rock formations. Check in to the hotel and have dinner at the hotel before spending the night.Â
Overnight in Kalambaka.
Day 6 : Kalambaka - Athens (355Km â9 Hrs)
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast in the hotel, explore the striking scenery of Meteora. Perched on top of enormous pillars of rock that seem almost suspended in mid-air, stand a series of ancient monasteries showcasing a wonderful collection of Byzantine art. You will ascend to two of the monasteries to marvel at their beautiful contents before beginning the drive back to Athens via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae, where youâll make a short stop to see Leonida's Monument. Arrive in Athens early in the evening and check in to the hotel.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 7 : Athens Acropolis (140Km â 4 Hrs)
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, have breakfast and then embark on a sightseeing tour of the ancient city. Along with your expert guide, go see the city centre, Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National Library. On your way to the Acropolis you will pass Hadrianâs Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Make a short stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. Then, at the Acropolis, visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the famous Parthenon. Your first taste of Athens would not be complete without a visit to the Acropolis Museum, a modern architectural building where, at last, the statues have found their home. After the tour, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 8 : Departure Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up to one last breakfast in the hotel before taking your transfer back to Athens airport, where youâll catch your flight to your following destination. The time your transfer leaves depends on your flight departure.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with local English speaking guide during the activities in Athens and the 4 days roundtrip (day 3, 4, 5, 6).
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Accommodation
7 nights' accommodation in superior hotel categories.
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Meals
7 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
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Transport
Shared air-conditioned transportation in a luxury vehicle for transfers to and from Athens Airport, for the half-day Athens sightseeing tour, and the four-day round trip (day 3, 4, 5, 6).
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Entrance Fees and Activities
Entrance fees for the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, the Delphi Site and Museum, the Olympia Site and Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae and two monasteries of Meteora.
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Other
Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios International Airport.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the program.
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Flights and Visa Fees
International and/or domestic flights are not included or visa fees.
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Airport Taxes
Airport taxes for domestic and international flights.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for driver and guide.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours.
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Pre and Post Stays
Any pre and post stays.
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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. -
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance.
Please Note
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior noticeÂ
- Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
- In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed.
- The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary.Â
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- Please note the clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels
- 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 1-2 Athens:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Olympia:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Europa or similar 4*
Day 4 Delphi:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Amalia or similar 4*
Day 5 Kalambaka:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*
Day 6-7 Athens:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre and post-night stay in Athens:
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Fresh or similar 4*Â
Mode of Transport
Travel in shared air-conditioned luxury vehicles for transfers to and from Athens Airport, a half-day Athens sightseeing tour, and a four-day round trip covering days 3 to 6.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights' accommodation in superior 4-star hotels, including Hotel Fresh in Athens, Hotel Europa in Olympia, Hotel Amalia in Delphi, and Hotel Grand Meteora in Kalambaka. Optional pre and post-night stays in Athens are also available.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Athens:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Olympia:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Europa or similar 4*
Day 4 Delphi:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Amalia or similar 4*
Day 5 Kalambaka:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*
Day 6-7 Athens:Â
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre and post-night stay in Athens:
- Superior Hotel Category =Â Hotel Fresh or similar 4*Â
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
Travel is provided in shared air-conditioned luxury vehicles for transfers to and from Athens Airport, a half-day Athens sightseeing tour, and a four-day round trip covering days 3 to 6.
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What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights' accommodation in superior 4-star hotels, including Hotel Fresh in Athens, Hotel Europa in Olympia, Hotel Amalia in Delphi, and Hotel Grand Meteora in Kalambaka. Optional pre and post-night stays in Athens are also available.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, entrance fees for the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, the Delphi Site and Museum, the Olympia Site and Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae, and two monasteries of Meteora are included.
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Is there a tour guide provided during the activities?
Yes, the tour is operated with a local English-speaking guide during the activities in Athens and the 4-day round trip (day 3, 4, 5, 6).
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What is the policy on hotel check-in and check-out times?
Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not included are personal expenditures, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the program, international and/or domestic flights, visa fees, airport taxes, gratuities for driver and guide, optional tours, pre and post stays, overnight city tax for the hotel overnights, and travel insurance.
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What happens if there are changes in local conditions during the tour?
Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice.
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Is there a meet and greet service upon arrival?
Yes, there is a meet and greet service on arrival at Eleftherios International Airport.
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Can I split the tour package or get a refund for unused services?
No, splitting of the package is not allowed and there is no refund for unused services.
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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.
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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.
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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.Â
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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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.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services greece charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.