Taste of Greece
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of Greece, where ancient history and breathtaking landscapes await. From the bustling streets of Athens to the serene monasteries of Meteora, this tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and scenic beauty. Enjoy guided tours, authentic Greek cuisine, and comfortable accommodations throughout your journey. Whether you're exploring the ruins of Mycenae or soaking up the sun on the island of Trizonia, each day promises new adventures and lasting memories. Join us for a week of discovery and delight in one of the world's most captivating destinations.
Included
6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
vegetarian, vegan, meat
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
6 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
hotel: 6 night(s);
Services of your Expat tour leader, who will be on hand with advice and tips to ensure that you get the most from your trip
Explore Athens; Greece’s ancient capital city
Enjoy a welcome dinner in Athens
See the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta in Thermopylae
Visit a Byzantine art workshop
Take a sunset drive of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Discover Delphi on a driving and walking tour
Visit the small island of Trizonia
Explore the Olympia Museum and ancient site
Uncover Greek myths in Mycenae
Wander the picturesque streets of Nafplion
Photo stop at the Corinth Canal
Explore Athens with a local guide
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Athens
- Athens - Arrival day
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- Acropolis of Athens
- National Archaeological Museum
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Monument of the Unknown Soldier
- Hadrian's Library
- Panathenaic Stadium
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Welcome to Greece! Arrive in the morning and make your way to the hotel for the start of the tour. Your tour leader will meet you at the hotel to brief you on the upcoming itinerary. Then, get ready for an orientation tour of Athens! Get acquainted with this ancient city and its many iconic sites. One of the highlights of this tour is the traditional changing of the guard ceremony! This evening, enjoy an included dinner of authentic Greek cuisine. Get to know your tour leader and fellow travellers over this delicious meal.
Day 2 – Day 2: Athens to Kalabaka
- Athens
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- Byzantine Castle of Trikala
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Depart from Athens this morning and travel to Kalabaka. On the way, stop at Thermopylae to admire the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta. Next, travel to Kalabaka, an excellent base town from which to visit the famous Meteora landscapes and monasteries. Upon arrival, visit a Byzantine art workshop to see how locals create exquisite works of Christian Greek art. Then, head to tonight’s hotel accommodation and take some time to settle in. Finish the day with a mesmerising sunset drive of the Meteora hills and catch panoramic views of the monolithic pillars and hills with its celebrated cliff top monasteries. It’s truly any photographer’s dream! Enjoy traditional Greek food for dinner this evening at the hotel.
Day 3 – Day 3: Kalabaka to Delphi
Day 3: Kalabaka to Delphi
- Monastery of Varlaam
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Enjoy free time in Kalabaka this morning. Choose to explore at your own pace or join the exciting optional excursion of the monasteries of Meteora. Explore the hills and giant sandstone formations of Meteora and stop at two spectacular cliff-top monasteries during the excursion! This afternoon, hop back aboard the coach and cross the mountains of central Greece to Delphi. Arrive and embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader. This evening, enjoy an included dinner with the group followed by free time to spend at your leisure.
Day 4 – Day 4: Delphi to Olympia via Trizonia
- Ancient Olympia
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- Museum of Delphic Festivals
- Tholos of Athena Pronaia
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This morning allows free time in Delphi. Join the highly recommended optional excursion to discover Delphi with a local guide. Admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians and visit the famous museum of Delphi. Then, drive along the Coast of Corinth and take a short ferry to the colourful Greek island of Trizonia. The last of its kind, this island is only 2.5 km² big with almost no cars. Catch a ferry ride back to Glyfada and continue to ancient Olympia, home of the original Olympic Games, which originated in 776 BC! Tonight, choose to join a Greek evening of traditional food and dance.
Day 5 – Day 5: Olympia to Nafplion via Mycenae
- Ancient Olympia
- Nafplio
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- Treasury of Atreus" or "Tomb of Agamemnon
- Lion of the Bavarians
- Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Πύργου - Παλαιά Δημοτική Αγορά
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Enjoy a locally-guided tour of the Olympia Museum and ancient site before crossing the mountains of Peloponnese. Arrive at Mycenae for our visit to the tomb of Agamemnon and the famous Lion’s Gate. It’s not only one of the most important archeological sites in Greece, but also the place where many of the ancient Greek myths have their origin. Tour the grounds with an expert guide and enjoy an included lunch before travelling to the picturesque town of Nafplion. Nafplion is the first capital of modern Greece, the skyline of which is dominated by Palamidi castle. Settle in at your hotel upon arrival and spend the rest of the evening at your leisure, or join an optional evening tour to Epidaurus.
Day 6 – Day 6: Nafplion to Athens
- Athens
- Nafplio
- Corinth
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- Corinth Canal
- Acropolis of Athens
- National Archaeological Museum
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Hadrian's Library
- Panathenaic Stadium
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Journey from Nafplion towards Athens. Make a short stop along the way to enjoy captivating views of the Corinth Canal. Next, continue to Athens and depart on a city tour with a professional local guide. The tour will introduce you to iconic sights like the Academy, National Library, Greek parliament, Panathinaikos marble stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, the temple of Olympian Zeus. The tour ends at the museum of the Acropolis where you will have the option to join a guided tour of the Acropolis site and Acropolis Museum. Due to popularity, this optional excursion must be booked prior to the start of the tour - contact us to book now! The afternoon is yours to explore Athens at your leisure.
Day 7 – Day 7: Athens
- Athens - Departure day
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After a week of Greek adventures, the tour comes to an end this morning in Athens. We hope you've enjoyed your tour of Greece and look forward to welcoming you on board an Expat Explore tour again soon!
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