Grand Tour of Greece - 10 Days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 10-day journey through the rich history and vibrant culture of Greece. This multi-day tour takes you from the bustling city of Athens, through the archaeological wonders of the Peloponnese, to the serene monasteries of Meteora and the historic landmarks of Thessaloniki. Along the way, you'll explore ancient ruins, marvel at architectural masterpieces, and immerse yourself in the local culture. Whether you're a history buff, a culture vulture, or simply looking for an unforgettable adventure, this tour offers something for everyone.
Included
9 breakfasts and 6 dinners
One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 10 included per booking
All transfers and transportation in modern air conditioned vehicles
9 nights 3-4 star hotels
Note: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go. You will join travellers who booked through other operators for sightseeing each day, some staying in different hotels, and spend your evenings at leisure. The group can vary in size from 20- 45 persons. Guiding may be in an additional language to English
hotel: 9 night(s);
Guided sightseeing in Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, Thessaloniki
Services of an English-speaking tour guide for all
scheduled sightseeing
Entrance fees for all included sites
Map
Attractions
Corinth Canal
Acropolis Museum
Lion of the Bavarians, Nafplion
Syntagma Square
Royal Burial Cluster of Philip II (Cluster A) at Aegae
Ancient Stadium of Delphi
Meteora
Hadrian's Library
"Skepasmeno" - Waterfalls
Edessa Waterfalls
Aristotelous Square
Temple of Hera
Panathenaic StadiumDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Athens
- Athens - Arrival day
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Welcome to Greece! Upon your arrival at Athens airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel in the city. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, settling in and exploring your surroundings.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Athens
- Athens
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- Acropolis Museum
- Syntagma Square
- Hadrian's Library
- Panathenaic Stadium
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Today, we delve into the heart of Athens, a city steeped in history and mythology. We'll visit the Panathenaic Stadium, Hadrian's Arch, and Syntagma Square, before taking a guided tour of the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time in the old Plaka neighbourhood and perhaps do some shopping on Ermou street.
Day 3 – Day 3: Athens - Epidaurus - Mycenae - Olympia
- Athens
- Ancient Olympia
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- Corinth Canal
- Lion of the Bavarians, Nafplion
- Mycenaean Dam
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After breakfast, we set off for the Peloponnese, a peninsula rich in archaeological treasures. We'll stop at the Corinth Canal, then continue to Epidaurus, known for its ancient theatre. We'll also visit Mycenae, a civilization once described as 'rich in gold'. In the afternoon, we cross the mountains to reach Olympia, where we'll have dinner.
Day 4 – Day 4: Olympia - Delphi
- Ancient Olympia
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- Temple of Hera
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Today, we explore the ancient site of Olympia, home to the original Olympic Games. We'll tour the Temple of Zeus, the Palaestra, and Phidias's workshop, before heading to the local museum. In the afternoon, we journey north to Delphi, crossing the Rio-Antirio bridge, for dinner.
Day 5 – Day 5: Delphi - Kalambaka
Day 5: Delphi - Kalambaka
- Ancient Stadium of Delphi
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We start the day at the sacred sanctuary of Delphi, home to the ancient Oracle. We'll walk along the Sacred Way and visit the Temple of Apollo, before heading to the local museum. In the afternoon, we cross the mountains of central Greece to reach Kalambaka.
Day 6 – Day 6: Kalambaka - Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki
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- Meteora
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This morning, we visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Meteora, home to a number of Eastern Orthodox monasteries perched on towering rock formations. We then drive north, passing through the plain of Thessaly and the Valley of Tempi, to reach Thessaloniki, the capital of northern Greece.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Thessaloniki
- Thessaloniki
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Spend the day discovering the rich Byzantine history of Thessaloniki. In the morning, we'll visit the city's most important landmarks and monuments. The afternoon is yours to explore at your own pace.
Day 8 – Day 8: Thessaloniki - Edessa - Vergina - Veria
- Edessa
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- Royal Burial Cluster of Philip II (Cluster A) at Aegae
- "Skepasmeno" - Waterfalls
- Edessa Waterfalls
- Aristotelous Square
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Today, we delve into the history of Greek Macedonia. We'll visit the town of Edessa, known for its beautiful waterfalls, and Aristotle's School. We'll also explore the royal Macedonian tombs at Vergina and the Bema of St. Paul in Veria. We return to Thessaloniki for dinner.
Day 9 – Day 9: Thessaloniki - Pella - Dion - Athens
- Thessaloniki
- Dion
- Athens
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Our journey through Macedonian history continues with a visit to Pella, the ancient capital of Macedonia, and Dion, an ancient sanctuary at the foot of Mount Olympus. We then return to Athens, stopping at Thermopylae, the site of a famous battle in ancient history.
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure from Athens
- Athens - Departure day
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Today marks the end of our grand tour of Greece. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. Safe travels!
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