Best of Greece
Best of Greece
$762
Tour Overview
Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this five-day sightseeing tour, you will learn the history of the birthplace of Western civilization. In Athens, you will visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, and the Parliament, and you will get an insight into Greek democracy. A stop off at Delphi will unveil you to the antic center of the world, where two eagles released by the God Apollo met, and will predict your upcoming future destination, Meteora, where you will search for the sacred tranquility of the Greek monks. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*, Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Upon your arrival at Athens international airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Athens has an array of amazing hotels, and this package has the cream of the crop, and we know you will thoroughly enjoy your one night stay in Athens. Rest of the day free of leisure. Visit on your own the famous flea market in Plaka (old town of Athens).
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 : Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka (420 Km – 9 Hrs)
Location: Kalambaka
Accommodation Name: Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*, Hotel Divani or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After a delicious breakfast, leave for Delphi via Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, arrive in Delphi and visit the Archaeological Site. After the visit depart for Kalambaka, passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece. Overnight in Kalambaka.
Day 3 : Kalambaka – Meteora – Athens (355 Km – 9 Hrs)
Location: Meteora
Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*, Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast in your hotel visit Meteora and enjoy the unique and most impressive scenery with ageless Monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between earth and sky atop huge rocks. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae (a short stop to see Leonida's Monument across the road). Arrive in Athens early in the evening.Overnight in Athens.
Day 4 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*, Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, after breakfast at the hotel, our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.Overnight in Athens.
Day 5 : Departure Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up to your tasty breakfast in the hotel and enjoy your last day in this long-standing metropolis. At the indicated time, you will be transferred to the airport in Athens and you could take your flight to your following destination or you will be transferred to the port of Piraeus for your next island visit.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with an English-speaking local guides during the activities in Delphi (Day 2), Meteora (Day 3) and Athens (Day 4)
- French-speaking guide available on Tuesday departures only
- Italian-speaking guide available on Wednesday departures only from June to August
ACCOMMODATION:
- 4 nights´ accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 3, 4 Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 2 Kalambaka:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-/Post- night in Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 4 Breakfasts
- 1 Dinner (on day 2)
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival transfer from Athens International airport or from Piraeus port to the hotel on a shared basis
- Departure transfer from the hotel to Athens International airport or to Piraeus port on a shared basis
- Air-conditioned transportation throughout the program as per itinerary on a shared basis
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Archaeological site of Delphi on day 2; Meteora monasteries on day 3; sightseeing tour in Athens (incl. Acropolis and Acropolis Museum entrance fees) on day 4
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet on day 1
What's Not Included
- Any airfares or airport taxes, supplements for which are quoted separately if applicable
- International nor domestic flights
- Delphi Museum visit
- Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic
on-alcoholic beverages, video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, any insurance etc. - Any visit not mentioned in the programme
- Optional tours and activities
- Travel Insurance, any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc
- Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels.
Please Note
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice
- Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
- The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary.
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- Due to certain restrictions on the visiting hours of the new Acropolis Museum the order of the program can be changed.
- Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 3, 4 Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 2 Kalambaka:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Divani or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-/Post- night in Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transportation throughout the program, including shared arrival and departure transfers from Athens International airport or Piraeus port to your hotel.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights of accommodation with options ranging from standard 3-star hotels like Hotel Jason Inn in Athens and Hotel Orfeas in Kalambaka, to superior 4-star hotels such as Hotel Fresh in Athens and Hotel Divani in Kalambaka.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 3, 4 Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 2 Kalambaka:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-/Post- night in Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes air-conditioned transportation throughout the program on a shared basis. Arrival and departure transfers from Athens International airport or Piraeus port to the hotel and vice versa are also included.
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Are there any meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner on day 2.
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What kind of accommodation options are available?
Accommodation options include standard and superior hotel categories. In Athens, the standard option is Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*, and the superior option is Hotel Fresh or similar 4*. In Kalambaka, the standard option is Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*, and the superior option is Hotel Divani or similar 4*. ...more ...less
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Will there be a tour guide during the activities?
Yes, the tour is operated with English-speaking local guides during the activities in Delphi (Day 2), Meteora (Day 3), and Athens (Day 4).
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, all entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are included. This includes the Archaeological site of Delphi on day 2, two Meteora monasteries on day 3, and the sightseeing tour in Athens (including Acropolis and Acropolis Museum entrance fees) on day 4.
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Is there an option for additional nights in Athens?
Yes, there is an optional extra for pre-/post-night stays in Athens. The standard hotel category is Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*, and the superior hotel category is Hotel Fresh or similar 4*.
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What activities are planned for the day in Athens?
In Athens, you will have a half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour. This includes a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium, passing by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and visiting the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum.
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What is the itinerary for the visit to Meteora?
On the day visiting Meteora, you will tour the cliff-top monasteries, visiting two different impressive Byzantine Monasteries built on top of rock towers. The tour also includes a stop at the heroic monument of Leonidas king of Sparta in Thermopylae.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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Destination Services Greece requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 35 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services greece charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Best of Greece
5 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Kalambaka, Meteora
Tour operator:
Tour code:
247087
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-99