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Discover the magnificent ruins of ancient Greece in their tranquil Mediterranean settings. This well-paced 15-day journey balances expeditions to Greece's most important Classical age monuments with ample time to wander the winding streets, vineyards, boutiques, marketplaces and beaches on Mykonos and Santorini. Enjoy Greek food, wine and entertainment at a taverna in the lively Plaka district in Athens. Learn from a local expert on a tour of Athens' cache of historic monuments and the famed Acropolis. |
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KALAMBAKA Hotel Famissi Eden ARACHOVA Hotel Anemolia OLYMPIA Europa Hotel TOLO Hotel King Minos or Hotel Apollon MYKONOS Royal Myconian Collection SANTORINI Hotel Hermes or Santorini Image Hotel ATHENS Holiday Inn Attica On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Add a pre night stay in Athens. Prices start at $155.00 per person.
Day 1
Overnight Flight Discover the beauty and timeless wonder found only in Greece. From historic classical Greece to the colorful Greek Islands, every day is filled with new and wonderful experiences. This fascinating tour of Greece begins with an overnight flight. Day 2 Athens, Greece - Tour Begins Your tour begins in the capital city of Athens. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in Athens’ historic district, known as the Plaka. Day 3 Athens Day 4 Athens - Thermopylae - Kalambaka From Athens you will head north through central Greece. Visit the site of the ancient historic city of Thermopylae where you will stop to see a monument dedicated to Leonidas, who died defending the city against the Persians. Then, stop at a local studio to see painters at work creating beautiful Byzantine icons. End your day in Kalambaka, a typical Greek town at the foot of the Pindos Mountains. Day 5 Kalambaka - Metéora - Kalambaka Today you will tour Metéora, a unique landscape of limestone rock “towers” that stand nearly 900 feet into the air. Over 600 years ago, Byzantine monks chose to build their monastic community perched atop these virtually inaccessible rocks. As you travel through the dazzling Peneios Valley you will stop and visit one of these remote holy places. Return to Kalambaka this afternoon for some leisure time to relax or explore the town. Day 6 Kalambaka - Delphi - Arachova Continue on to the ancient city of Delphi, one of Greece’s most important religious centers during Classical times. It was here that the famous Oracle was consulted to foretell the destiny of Man. A local expert guides you on a visit to the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Doric Temple and the Theatre. Day 7 Arachova - Olympia Travel along the Gulf of Corinth before crossing into the Peloponnese. Continue south to the historic city of Olympia, a testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek civilization. Your guided visit includes a tour of the sanctuary of Zeus and the Olympic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games were held in 776 BC. Day 8 Olympia - Mycenae - Epidauros - Tolo Enjoy spectacular scenery as you cross the Arkadian Mountains en route to the ancient city of Mycenae. A guided visit of the excavations features the Beehive Tombs and the Lion Gate. Continue to Epidauros to view the spectacular 2,300-year-old open air theater. End your day in the charming seaside village of Tolo. Day 9 Tolo - Nauplion - Tolo Spend a leisurely day experiencing the seaside charms of Nauplion. Explore the old town and the imposing Palamedes Fort, situated high atop the city with commanding views over the town and the Argolic Gulf. Day 10 Athens - Mykonos This morning you will transfer* to the port of Athens where you will board the high speed ferry to Mykonos, the whitewashed jewel of the Cyclades Islands. Enjoy magnificent views as you sail across the brilliant Aegean Sea to this island paradise. Day 11 Mykonos Enjoy a relaxing day to independently explore the charms of Mykonos. The beautiful island beaches beckon for a day spent relaxing in the Mediterranean sunshine. Don’t miss Mykonos Town, where mazes of narrow streets link the whitewashed buildings and traditional life continues amidst the bustling activity. You will want to stroll through the island’s elegant shops and enjoy the fresh seafood offered in the waterfront tavernas. Day 12 Mykonos - Santorini Bid farewell to Mykonos as you sail to the most spectacular destination in the Mediterranean, the fabled island of Santorini. Upon arrival, visit an island winery that produces the unique and famous wines of Santorini. Day 13 Santorini Spend the morning exploring the cultural wonders and history of Santorini, one of the world’s most beautiful islands. Begin the day with a visit to the Archaeological Museum** with its impressive collection of frescoes, Byzantine works of art and sculptures of the Hellenistic period. Next, travel through a fascinating landscape of vineyards, whitewashed chapels and volcanic cliffs to the spectacular town of Oia, where the best views of the crater are found. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to relax and explore the island capital of Thira. Day 14 Santorini - Athens Bid farewell to the Greek Islands and fly back to Athens for your overnight stay. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a memorable trip to Greece. Day 15 Athens - Tour Ends Day 1 Overnight Flight Discover the beauty and timeless wonder found only in Greece. From historic classical Greece to the colorful Greek Islands, every day is filled with new and wonderful experiences. This fascinating tour of Greece begins with an overnight flight. Day 2 Athens, Greece - Tour Begins Your tour begins in the capital city of Athens. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in Athens’ historic district, known as the Plaka. Day 3 Athens Day 4 Athens - Thermopylae - Kalambaka From Athens you will head north through central Greece. Visit the site of the ancient historic city of Thermopylae where you will stop to see a monument dedicated to Leonidas, who died defending the city against the Persians. Then, stop at a local studio to see painters at work creating beautiful Byzantine icons. End your day in Kalambaka, a typical Greek town at the foot of the Pindos Mountains. Day 5 Kalambaka - Metéora - Kalambaka Today you will tour Metéora, a unique landscape of limestone rock “towers” that stand nearly 900 feet into the air. Over 600 years ago, Byzantine monks chose to build their monastic community perched atop these virtually inaccessible rocks. As you travel through the dazzling Peneios Valley you will stop and visit one of these remote holy places. Return to Kalambaka this afternoon for some leisure time to relax or explore the town. Day 6 Kalambaka - Delphi - Arachova Continue on to the ancient city of Delphi, one of Greece’s most important religious centers during Classical times. It was here that the famous Oracle was consulted to foretell the destiny of Man. A local expert guides you on a visit to the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Doric Temple and the Theatre. Day 7 Arachova - Olympia Travel along the Gulf of Corinth before crossing into the Peloponnese. Continue south to the historic city of Olympia, a testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek civilization. Your guided visit includes a tour of the sanctuary of Zeus and the Olympic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games were held in 776 BC. Day 8 Olympia - Mycenae - Epidauros - Tolo Enjoy spectacular scenery as you cross the Arkadian Mountains en route to the ancient city of Mycenae. A guided visit of the excavations features the Beehive Tombs and the Lion Gate. Continue to Epidauros to view the spectacular 2,300-year-old open air theater. End your day in the charming seaside village of Tolo. Day 9 Tolo - Nauplion - Tolo Spend a leisurely day experiencing the seaside charms of Nauplion. Explore the old town and the imposing Palamedes Fort, situated high atop the city with commanding views over the town and the Argolic Gulf. Day 10 Athens - Mykonos This morning you will transfer* to the port of Athens where you will board the high speed ferry to Mykonos, the whitewashed jewel of the Cyclades Islands. Enjoy magnificent views as you sail across the brilliant Aegean Sea to this island paradise. Day 11 Mykonos Enjoy a relaxing day to independently explore the charms of Mykonos. The beautiful island beaches beckon for a day spent relaxing in the Mediterranean sunshine. Don’t miss Mykonos Town, where mazes of narrow streets link the whitewashed buildings and traditional life continues amidst the bustling activity. You will want to stroll through the island’s elegant shops and enjoy the fresh seafood offered in the waterfront tavernas. Day 12 Mykonos - Santorini Bid farewell to Mykonos as you sail to the most spectacular destination in the Mediterranean, the fabled island of Santorini. Upon arrival, visit an island winery that produces the unique and famous wines of Santorini. Day 13 Santorini Spend the morning exploring the cultural wonders and history of Santorini, one of the world’s most beautiful islands. Begin the day with a visit to the Archaeological Museum** with its impressive collection of frescoes, Byzantine works of art and sculptures of the Hellenistic period. Next, travel through a fascinating landscape of vineyards, whitewashed chapels and volcanic cliffs to the spectacular town of Oia, where the best views of the crater are found. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to relax and explore the island capital of Thira. Day 14 Santorini - Athens Bid farewell to the Greek Islands and fly back to Athens for your overnight stay. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a memorable trip to Greece. Day 15 Athens - Tour Ends
Athens, Taverna Dinner Show, The Acropolis, Mykonos, Santorini, Winery Tour, Thermopylae, Kalambaka, Metéora, Delphi, Arachova, Olympia, Nauplion, Tolo, Epidauros, Mycenae
Land prices do not include flights from yoru departure city or internal flights within Greece. All air including internal flights within Greece. All air including internal flights can be purchased through Collette Vacations. Breakfasts in Kalambaka are Continental. On day 10, due to early ferry schedules, you may be required to depart the hotel in TOlo as early as 4am. Should this be the case, a boxed breakfast will be provided in place of the regular hotel breakfast. The Archaeological Museum of Thira may be replaced with the Akrotiri Archaeological Site which is presently closed due to renovations. Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Passport & Visa Information Time Zone
Greece is 7 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. Electricity
An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for Europe is 220. Elevation Elevation on this tour will not exceed 1850 feet. |
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