Legendary Greece
Legendary Greece
Legendary Greece
9 Days
Visiting: Arrive In Athens, Greece, Athens, Corinth, Diakopto, Kalavryta, Olympia, Kalamata, Excursion To Pylos & A Local Olive Mill, Sparta, Mystras, Nemea, Athens. Excursion To Aegina, Europe
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Tour code:
DG-2025
Tour Overview
Small groups translate to great experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Greece! Discover the highlights of Athens with a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, a first venue of the modern Olympics games, and ponder the state of the world like an ancient philosopher at the Acropolis overlooking Athens. Embark on a train ride on the highest mountain railway in Greece, then set your sights high in Olympia—the site of the first Olympic games. Explore the ancient military city of Sparta and hear the stories of legend and lore. And from a Greek honey farm to olive groves, wine cellars, and constellations above the sea, we thank your lucky stars to be exploring modern-day Greece with you to discover the very civilized custom of rest and relaxation that wins the day on your Small Group Discovery tour of Greece.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Athens,Greece
Location: Arrive In Athens, Greece
Meals Included: Dinner
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE Your Small Group Discovery Begins! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2: Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the highlights of “the Classic City” during your included Guided Sightseeing. Stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, one of the venues of the first modern Olympics games, before visiting the Acropolis, located on a hill overlooking Athens.
ATHENS Marvels & Myths Discover the highlights of “the Classic City” during your included Guided Sightseeing. Stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, one of the venues of the first modern Olympics games, before visiting the Acropolis, located on a hill overlooking Athens. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTWHAT’S IN A NAME? Legend says that both Athena and Poseidon competed to have this city named after them. The god who gave its inhabitants the best gift would be the patron. Athena came out the victor when she planted an olive tree on the site where the acropolis now stands; a sign of peace and prosperity, so the city became known as Athens. Your Local Guide shares many stories and brings ancient Athens to life during your visit to the Acropolis.
Day 3: Athens,Corinth,Diakopto,Kalavryta,Olympia
Location: Athens, Corinth, Diakopto, Kalavryta, Olympia
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Leave Athens and head for the Peloponnese peninsula, where heroic myths and legends of Hercules, the Argonauts, and Helen of Troy were born. Enjoy time en-route for a photo stop at the world’s deepest (and one of the most famous) canals, the Corinth Canal. Continue to Diakopto to board the Odontotis rack railway for a dramatic journey along the Vairaikos Canyon to the mountain town of Kalavryta. Later today, arrive in Olympia.
ATHENS–CORINTH–DIAKOPTO–KALAVRYTA–OLYMPIA Heroes, Gods & Men Leave Athens and head for the Peloponnese peninsula, where heroic myths and legends of Hercules, the Argonauts, and Helen of Troy were born. Enjoy time en-route for a photo stop at the world’s deepest (and one of the most famous) canals, the Corinth Canal. Continue to Diakopto to board the Odontotis rack railway for a dramatic journey along the Vairaikos Canyon to the mountain town of Kalavryta. Later today, arrive in Olympia. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE All aboard for an unforgettable historic train ride on the highest mountain railway in Greece. Built over 120 years ago, this short local railway is an engineering feat that follows the Vairaikos Canyon, with some of its open sided tunnels being carved into it, providing impressive views as it climbs. On arrival, spend some time in Kalavryta, a lovely little-known town with a big place in history.
Day 4: Olympia,Kalamata
Location: Olympia, Kalamata
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with a guided walking tour of the archaeological site of Olympia, birthplace of the ancient Olympic games and the site of the Temple of Hera, from where the Olympic torch is lit. After this captivating visit, discover the sweeter side of Olympia with a [LF] visit to a honey farm.
OLYMPIA–KALAMATA Ancient Wonders Start the day with a guided walking tour of the archaeological site of Olympia, birthplace of the ancient Olympic games and the site of the Temple of Hera, from where the Olympic torch is lit. After this captivating visit, discover the sweeter side of Olympia with a [LF] visit to a honey farm. (B)LOCAL FAVORITESMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Since the times of ancient Greece, honey has been a core ingredient of Greek gastronomy. According to myth, bees were the messengers of the gods, and their honey brought with it special powers and healing properties. Your small group enjoys a sweet experience at a local honey farm, passed down through the generations. Get up close to hear the buzz about bees, honey, and local rural life directly from the family beekeepers. Then taste local products that are fit for the gods!
Day 5: Kalamata,Excursion To Pylos & A Local Olive Mill
Location: Kalamata, Excursion To Pylos & A Local Olive Mill
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, enjoy a visit to Pylos a typical Greek seaside town. Stroll around the charming streets, see the castle perched above the town or relax in a local café and watch the world go by. Later this morning, join your small group for a special visit to a local family-owned olive mill and enjoy a lunch of local produce.
KALAMATA–EXCURSION TO PYLOS & A LOCAL OLIVE MILL Liquid Gold This morning, enjoy a visit to Pylos a typical Greek seaside town. Stroll around the charming streets, see the castle perched above the town or relax in a local café and watch the world go by. Later this morning, join your small group for a special visit to a local family-owned olive mill and enjoy a lunch of local produce. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Getting closer to local experiences is a big advantage for a small group! Enjoy a visit to Androusa Castle overlooking the olive groves; learn about the world famous kalamata olive, the traditions of olive oil production; then enjoy tasting it, together with a lunch of home-made dishes prepared with fresh, local produce.
Day 6: Kalamata,Sparta,Mystras
Location: Kalamata, Sparta, Mystras
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy an orientation tour of Sparta, one of the most important cities in Ancient Greece, famous for its military prowess and a beautiful lady called Helen. Later head to Mystras for a guided sightseeing tour of the UNESCO nominated archeological site; a fortified town on the side of Mount Taygetus that was at its prime during the Byzantine era.
KALAMATA–SPARTA–MYSTRAS Land of Legends Enjoy an orientation tour of Sparta, one of the most important cities in Ancient Greece, famous for its military prowess and a beautiful lady called Helen. Later head to Mystras for a guided sightseeing tour of the UNESCO nominated archeological site; a fortified town on the side of Mount Taygetus that was at its prime during the Byzantine era. (B,D)ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE After a busy day of sightseeing, your small group deserves to live large with the 5-star, personalized hospitality of the Kyniska Palace Hotel. Located in the foothills of Mount Taygetos, this boutique hotel combines luxury and charm with the relaxation you crave. This evening, unwind far from the crowd to stretch out by the pool and soak in the stunning views of this idyllic location.
Day 7: Mystras,Nemea,Athens
Location: Mystras, Nemea, Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
En-route back to Athens, travel through the fertile plains to discover one of Greece’s most prestigious wine producing districts. Stop off at one of the wineries in the Nemea area to enjoy a wine-tasting. Continue your journey to Athens, with much more to explore.
MYSTRAS–NEMEA–ATHENS Yamas! En-route back to Athens, travel through the fertile plains to discover one of Greece’s most prestigious wine producing districts. Stop off at one of the wineries in the Nemea area to enjoy a wine-tasting. Continue your journey to Athens, with much more to explore. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTANCIENT TRADITIONS According to myth the god Dionysis introduced wine to Greece, and it is an art that has been practised there for thousands of years. The Nemea winemaking region is renowned for the Agiorgitko grape, which has been cultivated there for over 3000 years. During the wine-tasting experience, gain insight into this and other local winemaking traditions.
Day 8: Athens. Excursion To Aegina
Location: Athens. Excursion To Aegina
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
[LF] Take a short ferry ride to the idyllic Aegina, a small island that has so much to offer. A sightseeing tour of the island includes the monastery of Aghios Nektarios and the town of Aegina; a visit to a Fistiki farm and a mouth-watering farewell lunch at a local restaurant. Later today return to Athens by ferry.
ATHENS. EXCURSION TO AEGINA Island hopping! [LF] Take a short ferry ride to the idyllic Aegina, a small island that has so much to offer. A sightseeing tour of the island includes the monastery of Aghios Nektarios and the town of Aegina; a visit to a Fistiki farm and a mouth-watering farewell lunch at a local restaurant. Later today return to Athens by ferry. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE IN A NUTSHELL One of Aegina’s most famous, and appreciated products is the pistachio nut. Being on a Small Group Discovery gives you the advantage of being able to visit a local Fistiki farm to see the pistachio orchard and sample some of the delicious pistachio specialities. Your day in Aegina gives you the real taste of Greek island life; a sweet conclusion to an unforgettable Greek vacation.
Day 9: Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
ATHENS Safe travels until we meet again! Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
UNESCO Sites
Acropolis Athens|Archeological Site of Olympia
Accommodation
Athens:Crowne Plaza Athens City CentreOlympia:EuropaKalamata:Grecotel Filoxenia KalamataMystras:Kyniska Palace Conference & SpaAthens:Njv Athens Plaza
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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