Leave along 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 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 Tripoli’s and Megalopolis. Arrive at Olympia, cradle of the ancient Olympic Games. (Dinner and overnight).
Meal: Dinner
In the morning visit the Archaeological Site with the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Ilia 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 and overnight).
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi. Departing for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing complex of the Meteora, those gigantic rocks that rise steep from the plain of Thessaly. (Dinner and overnight).
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Visit the Meteora: perched on top of huge rocks, which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Depart from Kalambaka, drive through the striking plain of Thessaly and the Valley of Tempi, and admire the gigantic figure of Mount Olympos, the highest mountain in Greece and home of the 12 Gods in Greek Mythology. Arrival at Thessaloniki, the second largest and the most vibrant city in Greece. (Dinner and overnight).
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
In the morning visit the city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the “co-reigning” city, second in population and prestige after Constantinople. See unique sites like the White Tower, Roman Forum, Ottoman Market, St. Demetrius’ Church, and the Byzantine Walls. A short walking tour includes the ruins from the Palace and Arch of Galerius, and a visit to the famous Rotunda (built as a temple and transformed into a church, with fine Early-Christian mosaics). The rest of the day is free, to enjoy time in the lively centre of the city (dinner and overnight).
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Depart in the morning for a unique approach to historical Macedonia. First stop at picturesque Edessa where we see the town's famous landmark, the Waterfalls. Then proceed to Naoussa, to a site of exceptional beauty and importance: Aristotle's School, the picturesque site where the great philosopher taught ‘the doctrines of morals and politics' to Alexander the Great and the Macedonian youth. Then drive to Vergina (ancient Aigai), to live the experience of a visit to the unique Museum, created in the Great Tumulus covering the royal tombs of Macedonia. See the astonishing findings from the tomb of King Phillip II, Alexander's father, and feel the thrill of the greatest discovery of the 20th century. In only a few miles away is Veria (Biblical Beroea) to visit Saint Paul's Bema, and then stroll through the old Jewish neighbourhood and the colourful market area. A walk in a city where past is present and around. Return to Thessaloniki. (Dinner and overnight).
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Drive to Pella, the capital of Alexander the Great. See the exquisite floor mosaics of the 4th century B.C. villas, in situ as well as in the new Museum. Then proceed and visit the Archaeological Park of Dion (sacred city of the Macedonians, at the foot of mountain Olympos). After the visit we shall start driving south and through Thessaly, Lamia, Thermopylae (see the Leonidas' Monument) and Thebes, arrive in Athens late in the afternoon.
Meal: Breakfast
•The tours are operated by A/C motor coach, accompanied by English speaking guide as indicated in the tours/excursion’s description.
• The rates include entrance fees to the Archaeological Sites and Museums, except otherwise mentioned.
• Rates quoted on Half Board basis.
International / Domestic Airfare.
Optional activities.
Meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program.
Travel insurance.
Gratuities.
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers.
Travel and medical insurance.
Personal expenses.
Olympia
First Class: Europa or Amalia or Olympic Village
Delphi
First Class: Amalia or Apollonia or V Delphi.
Kalambaka
First Class: Grand Meteora or Amalia or Kosta Famissi.
Thessaloniki:
First Class: Grand Hotel Palace.
Operating Daily.
20.04.2025 - Easter
NO TOURS will be operated on this day.
• In English language operating 08/05, 22/05, 12/06, 26/06, 10/07, 11/09, 18/09, 25/09.
Note:
• Due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of the Acropolis Museum the order of the program can be changed.
• Clients staying at the coast will be transferred back to their hotels with the Cape So union Tour Bus.
• In case of a force major and / or reasons beyond our control and events that occur after the tour departure, we reserve the right to modify the routing and alter the itineraries.
• Please ladies for the visit of the Monasteries you need a skirt and the gentlemen long trousers.
• In all multi-day tours, HB should be interpreted as dinner in hotels.
• All tours are bilingual except in some cases (few) where the tours are operated only in one language (English).
• All above rates will not change, unless Entrance Fees, V.A.T will increase and maximum number of pax allowed remain the same.
• Rates do not include the hotel climate resilience tax, which is paid by clients on the spot, directly at hotels. (Applicable where hotel stay is involved).
• Beverages during meals in Full Day/Multi Day tours are not included.