Complete Greece and the Beautiful Aegean Int
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 13-day journey through the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes of Greece. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of ancient wonders, modern attractions, and natural beauty. From the bustling city of Athens to the serene islands of the Aegean Sea, you'll explore iconic sites, discover hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the local way of life. Highlights include the Acropolis, the Meteora Valley, the archaeological complex of Delphi, and the islands of Aegina and Poros. You'll also enjoy a full-day Mediterranean cruise, visiting the islands of Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, and Santorini. With comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and expert guides, this tour promises an unforgettable Greek adventure.
Included
Breakfast buffet
Iconic Aegean cruise including meals/ extensive choice of beverages
3 dinner included in: Kalabaka, Nafplio, PATRAS
Basic travel insurance included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Plaka neighborhood in Athens
ATENAS
: PRESIDENT or NOVOTEL ATHENES or SKYLARK
KALAMBACA
: KOSTA FAMISSI or AMALIA or MOXY PATRAS MARINA
PATRAS
: MY WAY PATRAS or CELESTYAL CRUISES or CELESTYAL CRUISES
Heraclion
: CELESTYAL CRUISES
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
English speaking tour in: ATHENS
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
City tour in: ATHENS
Excursion: Ancient Ephesus through ages in Kusadasi, Medieval Tour in Rhodes during the cruise.
Ticket admission: Monastery at Meteoras, Archaeological Ensemble of Delphi; Monastery of Osios Loukas , Greek Theatre of Epidaurus , archaeological site of Olympia with guided tour , archaeological site of Mycenae , Acrocorinth Fortress
Port and service charges
Map
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Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Athens
- Athens - Arrival day
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Welcome to Greece! Upon your arrival at Athens Airport, our representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to your hotel in Athens. Once you've settled in, check the hotel reception area for information about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Athens
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- Acropolis Museum
- Peristeri Park
- Panathenaic Stadium
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Today, we delve into the heart of Athens with a city tour guided by a local expert. We'll visit the Presidential Palace, the Panathinaikos Stadium, and the bustling squares of the city center. Our tour concludes at the iconic Acropolis. In the evening, we'll head to the Plaka area, known for its quaint Greek bars and rich folklore.
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Northern Greece
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- Treasury of Athenians
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We set off early for Northern Greece, stopping first in the scenic seaside town of Kamena Vourla. We'll also visit the site of the historic Battle of Thermopylae. Our journey continues to the picturesque village of Kastraki, offering stunning views of the Meteora Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We'll visit one of the valley's famous monasteries before enjoying dinner in Kalambaka.
Day 4 – Day 4: Delphi and Osios Loukas Monastery
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- Hosios Loukas Holy Monastery
- Archaeological Museum of Lamia
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Today, we journey south through the Thessaly region to Delphi, known for its stunning archaeological complex. After exploring the site and enjoying lunch, we'll visit the Osios Loukas Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its 11th-century mosaics. We'll then return to Athens, arriving in the evening.
Day 5 – Day 5: Island Hopping and Epidaurus Theater
- Athens
- Aegina
- Nafplio
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- Temple of Aphaia
- Pegasus Statue
- Beach Duni Island
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We depart early for a special journey to the islands of Aegina and Poros. On Aegina, you can explore the picturesque harbor, quaint houses, and ancient Greek temple of Apollo. After a ferry ride to Poros, you'll have free time to explore this charming island. We'll then visit the ancient theater of Epidaurus before ending our day in the coastal city of Nafplia, where dinner awaits.
Day 6 – Day 6: Olympia and Patras
- Nafplio
- Peloponnese Region
- Ancient Olympia
- Patras
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- Archaeological Site of Olympia
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Today, we traverse the mountains of the Peloponnese to reach Tripoli, the lively capital of the Arcadia region. We then proceed to Olympia, where we'll explore the archaeological site of the first Olympic Games. Our day concludes in Patras, Greece's third-largest city, where we'll enjoy dinner.
Day 7 – Day 7: Nafpaktos, Mycenae, and Acrocorinth
- Patras
- Naypaktos
- Corinth
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- Mycenaean Dam
- Acrocorinth
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After breakfast, we cross the Rio-Antirrio bridge to Nafpaktos, a city rich in history. We then visit the ancient citadel of Mycenae and the fortress of Acrocorinth. After a brief stop at the Corinth Canal, we return to Athens, arriving in the evening.
Day 8 – Day 8: Free Day in Athens
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Today is a free day for you to explore Athens at your own pace. You can revisit your favorite sites, discover new ones, or simply relax and enjoy the city's vibrant atmosphere.
Day 9 – Day 9: Mediterranean Cruise to Mykonos
- Athens
- Mykonos
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- Mykonos Vioma Organic Farm
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Today, we embark on a full-day Mediterranean cruise. We'll depart from the Port of Lavrio at 11 a.m. and sail to the beautiful island of Mykonos, known for its windmills and white houses by the sea. You'll have free time to explore the island before we depart at 11 p.m.
Day 10 – Day 10: Cruise to Patmos
- Mykonos
- Patmos
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- Pythagoras Cave
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Our cruise continues to the island of Patmos, where the Apostle John wrote the Apocalypse. We'll arrive at noon, giving you plenty of time to explore this historic island before we depart at 9 p.m.
Day 11 – Day 11: Cruise to Rhodes
- Patmos
- Rhodes
- Heraklion
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- Rhodes Windmills
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We arrive in Rhodes at 7 a.m. This walled city was once protected by the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We'll explore the city's medieval history before departing at 6 p.m.
Day 12 – Day 12: Cruise to Heraklion and Santorini
- Heraklion
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- Santo Wines
- Heraklion Lighthouse
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Our cruise takes us to Heraklion, the capital of Crete, and the stunning island of Santorini. You'll have time to explore both destinations, taking in the archaeological remains of Knossos in Heraklion and the breathtaking views of Santorini. We depart Santorini at 9 p.m.
Day 13 – Day 13: Return to Athens
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We arrive back at the Port of Lavrio at 7:30 a.m., marking the end of our unforgettable Greek adventure. From here, you can continue your journey or arrange for a transfer to your next destination.
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