Classical Tour of Greece and Nauplion - 5 Days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 5-day tour that takes you through the heart of Greece, exploring its rich history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Starting in Athens, this multi-day tour will take you to historical sites like the Corinth Canal, the Theatre of Epidauros, and the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. You'll also visit picturesque towns like Nauplion and Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. The tour includes visits to the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, and the Archaeological Museum in Olympia, and the awe-inspiring Meteora rock formations in Kalambaka. The tour concludes with a return to Athens, passing through the scenic towns of Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae.
Included
4 nights hotel accommodation.
Optional 3 Stars or 4 Stars Hotels.
Daily breakfast and Dinner
Expert Guide Included
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Entrance fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional guide
Pick up / Drop off from main hotels in Athens
Breakfast and Dinner
Transport by air-conditioned coach.
Pick up / Drop off from main hotels in Athens
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Athens to Nauplion
- Athens
- Corinth
- Nafplio - Arrival day
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- Corinth Canal
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Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Athens. From here, we will travel along the scenic coastal road to the historical Corinth Canal for a brief stop. We then continue to the Theatre of Epidauros, renowned for its exceptional acoustics. The day concludes in the charming town of Nauplion, where you have the afternoon to explore at your leisure. Overnight stay in Nauplion.
Day 2 – Day 2: Nauplion to Olympia
- Ancient Olympia
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- Mycenae
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After a leisurely morning in Nauplion, we depart for Mycenae to visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Our journey then takes us through the heart of Central Peloponnese, passing through the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. We end the day in Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, where we will spend the night.
Day 3 – Day 3: Olympia to Delphi
- Ancient Olympia
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- Archaeological Site at Bassae of Phigaleia
- Stadium at Olympia
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We start the day by exploring the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, and the Archaeological Museum in Olympia. We then journey through the plains of Ilia and Achaia, crossing the impressive bridge from Rion to Antirion. We pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos and Itea before arriving in Delphi, where we will spend the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Delphi to Kalambaka
- Delfoi
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- Archaeological Museum of Lamia
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The day begins with a visit to the Archaeological Site and the Museum in Delphi. From there, we depart for Kalambaka, a quaint town nestled at the foot of the awe-inspiring Meteora rock formations. Here, we will spend the night, ready to explore Meteora the following day.
Day 5 – Day 5: Kalambaka to Athens
- Trikala
- Central Greece - Departure day
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- Karakolithos - Monument to the fallen - WWII
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We start the day with a visit to Meteora, home to ancient monasteries perched atop towering rocks. Here, you can marvel at the stunning Byzantine art. We then return to Athens, passing through Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae, where we make a brief stop at the Leonida’s Monument. We arrive in Athens in the early evening, marking the end of our journey.
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