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7 Day itinerary in Greece, Europe

Classical Greece Overland 7D/6N

Discover the beauty and history of Greece with an unforgettable journey through Athens, Delphi, and the stunning landscapes of the Peloponnese. Experience the ancient ruins of Olympia, the mystical Oracle of Delphi, and the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Dive into Greek culture with local culi... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Athens

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Cultural

Start/End

Night

Highlights

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See the essential sights of classical Greece in one week

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Visit archaeological sites, museums and ancient Greek theatres

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Tour the historical sites of Olympia, Delphi and Meteora

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Day 1: Athens, Greece

Arrive Athens & Accommodation Check-In

Today you will be picked up from the airport in Athens and transferred to your accommodation for check-in. Get settled in and then enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to explore Athens on your own. Overnight in Athens.

Day 2

place Day 2: Athens, Greece

Athens City Tour (B)

Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation and be ready for your day trip at 8:45am. Get picked up at your accommodation and take a half-day city tour of old Athens and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the site of the first Olympic Games, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Parliament and the Unknown Soldier memorial, the Academy, University, National Library and Constitution Square (Syntagma). At the Acropolis, see incredible masterpieces of the Golden Age including the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion and Parthenon. End your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis Museum (everyday except Monday). Enjoy free time in the evening to go out for a delicious Greek meal on your own, do some souvenir shopping or enjoy Athens nightlife. Overnight in Athens.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

place Day 3: Athens, Greece

Today you have some free time to enjoy Athens on your own. 

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

place Day 4: Olympia, Greece

Athens-Epidaurus-Nafplio-Mycenae-Olympia (D)

You will be picked up from your accommodation in Athens in the morning to begin your Ancient Greece adventure. Leave by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal, the connection in between the Gulf of Corinth and the Aegean Seato visit the stunning outdoor theater of Epidaurus, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Continue to the town of Nafplio to take some pictures, and on to Mycenae to visit the archaeological site and the famous Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games, travelling through the ancient towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Dinner and overnight in Olympia.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5

place Day 5: Delphi, Greece

Olympia Tour-Delphi (B/D)

After breakfast, visit Olympia to see the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Drive through the beautiful plains of Eliad and Achaia and the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea before arriving in Delphi for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6

place Day 6: Kalambaka, Greece

Delphi Tour-Meteora (B/D)

After breakfast, enjoy a full morning exploring the impressive archaeological site of Delphi, once considered the centre of the earth and universe. Today Delphi is famous for its theatre, Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins. Continue your travels on to Kalambaka, a small town at the foot of the astonishing Meteora cliffs. Dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7

place Day 7: Athens, Greece

Meteora Tour-Athens (B)

After breakfast, experience stunning views of Meteora's unique cliff-top Byzantine monasteries. After the visit, begin your return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae, where you will make a quick stop to visit Leonida's Monument. Arrive in Athens early in the evening and get dropped off at your accommodation, where this amazing cultural adventure will come to an end.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

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  • Breakfast (6)
  • Dinner (3)

Transport expand_less

  • All transportation as per itinerary

Activities expand_less

  • Experience the highlights of Athens
  • Tours as per itinerary
  • Tour of Athens & the Acropolis

Extras expand_less

  • Experience the highlights of Athens
  • Tour of Athens & the Acropolis
  • Tours as per itinerary

Not Included expand_less

  • Other meals/drinks
  • Airfare and airport taxes
  • Travel insurance
  • Airport drop-off
  • Personal expenses
  • Airport transfers in Athens
  • Tips

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