Greece Real Food Adventure
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating multi-day tour through Greece, exploring its rich history, vibrant culture, and delectable cuisine. From the ancient wonders of Athens to the serene beauty of the Saronic Gulf islands, each day offers unique experiences and unforgettable memories. Savor traditional Greek dishes, participate in hands-on cooking classes, and enjoy the warm hospitality of local families. This tour is perfect for food enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking an immersive Greek adventure. Join us for an extraordinary journey through the heart of Greece!
Included
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat
All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leader or local representative. The aim of the group leader or local representative is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced group leader or local representative however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your group leader or local representative is new to a particular region or training other group leader or local representative.
Your group leader or local representative will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your group leader or local representative can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.
Athens - Welcome Dinner
Aegina - Pistachio farm visit
Aegina - Farm visit with cheese tasting and dessert making
Poros - Cooking Class
Hydra - Day Trip
Epidaurus - Guided Tour
Kranidi – Beekeeper farm visit with tastings
Nafplio - Ouzo Distillery Visit and Tasting
Mycenae - Guided Tour
Argos – Winery visit and tastings
Kalamata - Market visit with olive tasting
Parapougki – Olive mill visit and tastings
Kardamyli – Lalagia making
Kardamyli – Home-cooked dinner
Private vehicle , Ferry , Metro
The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.
Hotel (8 nights)
hotel: 8 night(s);
Destinations
Nafplio
Aegina
AthensMap
Attractions
Corinth Canal
Acropolis Museum
Harriets Hydra Horses
Monastiraki Square
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Monument of the Unknown Soldier
Peristeri Park
Nafplio Lighthouse
Sunken City of Ancient Epidaurus
Zea harborDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Athens
- Athens - Arrival day
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- Acropolis Museum
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Monument of the Unknown Soldier
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Welcome to Athens, the heart of Greece! Your journey kicks off with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive early, immerse yourself in the city's rich history by visiting iconic sites like the Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. In the evening, indulge in a plant-based mezze feast at a rustic taverna, savoring a variety of small plates paired with wine or ouzo. Enjoy your first night in Athens at a comfortable hotel (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Athens to Aegina
- Aegina
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- Peristeri Park
- Palaio Faliro Park
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Start your day with a city train ride to Piraeus port, followed by a ferry to the picturesque island of Aegina. After checking into your hotel, visit a local farm to meet the owners, sample homemade cheeses, and help make rizogalo (rice pudding). Next, explore a pistachio farm and taste the island's specialty pistachio sweets. The evening is yours to discover Aegina at your own pace. Rest comfortably at your hotel (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Aegina to Poros
Day 3: Aegina to Poros
- Kypseli Municipal Market
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Begin your day with a visit to the open fish markets by the port in Aegina, and perhaps stop by the island's renowned pastry shop for some pistachio treats. Then, board a ferry to Poros, a charming island known for its lamb and olive groves. Participate in a cooking class with a local chef and enjoy a delicious lunch of your own creations. Spend the afternoon relaxing by your accommodation's pool and exploring Poros at your leisure. Stay overnight at your hotel (or similar).
Day 4 – Day 4: Poros to Hydra
Day 4: Poros to Hydra
- Harriets Hydra Horses
- Marathonas Beach B
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Embark on a day trip to Hydra Island, a unique destination free of wheeled vehicles. Wander through its marble-cobbled lanes, enjoy people-watching, and savor a lunch of spit-roasted lamb. Spend the afternoon strolling along the marina before returning to Poros in the evening. Relax and unwind at your hotel (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Poros to Nafplio
- Nafplio
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- Lion of the Bavarians, Nafplion
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Take a short ferry ride from Poros and travel by private vehicle to Nafplio, with fascinating stops along the way. Visit a family-run apiary and sample their honey, explore the ancient site of Epidaurus, and taste ouzo at a family-owned distillery. Arrive in Nafplio, a beautiful seaside town with a rich cultural heritage. Spend the night at your hotel (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Nafplio
- Nafplio
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- Palamidi
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Begin your day with a guided tour of Mycenae, exploring the ancient Treasury of Atreus. Visit a family-owned boutique winery to sample their finest wines and enjoy a walk through the vineyards. Return to Nafplio for a free afternoon to explore at your leisure. In summer, consider taking a boat to the Venetian fortress of Bourtzi. Spend the night at your hotel (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Nafplio to Kardamyli
- Kardamyli
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- Kalamata's Castle
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Travel to the seaside village of Kardamyli, stopping en route at an olive oil mill to learn about the production process and enjoy a tasting. Continue to Kalamata for a walking tour and market visit with additional food tastings. Arrive in Kardamyli, a picturesque village set against a stunning backdrop of ocean, cypress trees, and mountains. Spend the afternoon exploring at your leisure. Relax at your hotel (or similar) in the evening.
Day 8 – Day 8: Kardamyli
- Kardamyli
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Enjoy a free morning in Kardamyli, with the option to go sea kayaking along the Mani Peninsula's coastline and caves. In the afternoon, visit a local home to learn how to make lalagia, a traditional Greek doughnut. End the day with a final Greek feast, featuring home-cooked moussaka, stuffed vegetables, rice, salad, and ice cream. Spend the night at your hotel (or similar).
Day 9 – Day 9: Kardamyli to Athens
- Athens - Departure day
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- Corinth Canal
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Depart Kardamyli and stop to admire the Corinth Canal, a man-made marvel connecting the Ionian and Aegean Seas. Continue your journey to Athens, where your tour concludes at Monastiraki Square. If you wish to extend your stay in Athens, we can arrange additional accommodation for you. Safe travels!
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