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8 Days Starting and ending in Athens

Visiting: Athens, Athens / Kalambaka, Meteora / Kalambaka, Delphi / Nafpaktos, Olympia / Dimitsana, Central Arcadia / Dimitsana, Mycynae / Nafplion / Athens

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

ZVPG

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 12

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

15-99 years

Interests:

Cultural

From: $3240

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Much like the delicious baklava, modern-day Greece is layered with history so rich and complex that the only way to do it justice is to see it for yourself. Explore the country with a knowledgeable local leader from Athens to Delphi and Olympia. Learn how the hanging monasteries of Meteora protected modern Hellenic culture from invading Turks, then trace a path through the ruins in Delphi. Visit the site of the world’s first Olympics, stop in at the quiet seaside villages of Nafplion and discover the secrets behind Greek honey and ouzo on a whirlwind adventure from ancient sites to local homes.

Highlights

  • Step back in time as you travel with your local leader to the Athens Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Prodromos monastery, where you’ll enjoy a coffee with a local monk during a Premium Exclusive Experience.

  • Be amazed by the magical monasteries and ancient rock pinnacles of Meteora and learn about the natural and cultural history of one of Greece's most extraordinary sights.

  • Experience the romantic side of Greece when you stay in a gorgeous and traditionally decorated stone mansion in the medieval village of Dimitsana – your Feature Stay for this trip.

  • Visit the legendary theatres of the very first Olympic Games – the stadium, gymnasium, wrestling school, priest houses, temples and hippodrome.

  • Get an insider’s look at Greek produce during an Exclusive Experience. Visit a family of beekeepers in Itea to learn about the craft and taste honey fresh from the hive.

  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Amurtel, who provide a safe space for refugee women and children in Greece. Donations help them provide antenatal and postnatal care programs run by qualified midwives.

  • Visit monasteries and the ancient rock pinnacles of Meteora and learn about the natural and cultural history of one of Greece's most extraordinary sights.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Athens

Location: Athens

Accommodation: Athenaeum Luxury Hotel or similar

Meals Included: dinner

Kalimera! Welcome to Greece. Your journey begins in Athens, Greece's storied capital. You’ll be collected from the airport by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Then, you’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, there’s plenty to do and see, as you’re in one of the world's oldest cities! Maybe visit the Archaeological Museum of Athens to brush up on some history or go in search of the best souvlaki. After your meeting, head out for dinner with your group at one of Athens’ local restaurants and maybe toast the beginning of the adventure with a glass of raki or ouzo.

Included Activities:
-Athens - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
-Complimentary Arrival Transfer

Day 2: Athens / Kalambaka

Location: Athens / Kalambaka

Accommodation: Monastery Guesthouse or similar

Meals Included: breaksfast

Today, you’ll get to know ancient Athens during visits to two of the city’s most famous sites. First, see the famous Acropolis – one of the Western world’s most important historical structures. Meet with an expert local guide who will provide profound insight into the history and legacy of the civilisations who lived in this ancient citadel. Start with an ascent to the top via the towering entrance, the Propylaia. When inside, you’ll see the Parthenon – the greatest Doric temple in the ancient world. Then, your leader will bring history to life as you visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus – the largest temple in all of Greece. Later in the afternoon, drive north to the town of Kalambaka, which sits at the base of the Meteora Mountains and when you arrive, have dinner at one of the local tavernas.

Included Activities:
-Athens - Acropolis Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
-Athens - Visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus

Day 3: Meteora / Kalambaka

Location: Meteora / Kalambaka

Accommodation: Monastery Guesthouse or similar

Meals Included: breaksfast

After breakfast, travel into the hills to the incredible monasteries of Meteora. The ancient stone buildings, which sit precariously on soaring cliffs, make these mountains one of Greece's most extraordinary natural and cultural sites. Meet with a local guise and see the ruins of the Pantokrator Monastery, then carry on to two other monasteries, including Varlaam Monastery. Learn about the history of the area and how settlement dates back to the 11th century, when hermit monks first settled in the hidden caverns of Meteora. Then, you’ll head out on a hike through the lush forest and the huge rocks of Meteora with your leader by your side to answer questions on the landscape and the history behind it. You’ll then return to Kalambaka in the afternoon.

Included Activities:
-Meteora - Hike & Monastery Visits with Local Guide

Day 4: Delphi / Nafpaktos

Location: Delphi / Nafpaktos

Accommodation: Nafs Hotel or similar

Meals Included: breaksfast

Have breakfast before travelling to Delphi this morning. When you arrive, visit the Delphi Museum and walk through the complex with a local guide to explore the Temple of Apollo – the most important building in the site. This is where statues and offerings to the gods were housed and where cult rituals took place. Continue to your overnight stop in Nafpaktos – this small, coastal town sits on glistening waters and is a relaxing place to explore and unwind.

Included Activities:
-Delphi - Archaeological Site and Museum Visit with Local Guide

Day 5: Olympia / Dimitsana

Location: Olympia / Dimitsana

Accommodation: Mikri Arktos Boutique Hotel (feature stay) or similar

Meals Included: breaksfast, dinner

This morning, visit a family of local beekeepers to learn about honey production, see the beehives and of course taste some of the delicious local honey. Next, drive on to the archaeological site of ancient Olympia – a complex that once comprised temples and public buildings and was the site of the first Olympic Games. When you arrive, tour leader will show you the main stadium, gymnasium, wrestling school, priest houses, Temple of Hera, Temple of Zeus and the hippodrome. Visit the local museum with your local guide to brush up on the history and take a break from the heat. Continue to the medieval village of Dimitsana – home to your Feature Stay accommodation for the next two nights, Mikri Arktos Boutique Hotel. A stone building, your hotel sits in the middle of town and boasts a terrace, a dining area and a warm atmosphere.

Included Activities:
-Olympia - Archaeological Site and Museum Visit with Local Guide
-Nafpakos - Beekeeping Experience & Honey Tasting

Day 6: Central Arcadia / Dimitsana

Location: Central Arcadia / Dimitsana

Accommodation: Mikri Arktos Boutique Hotel (feature stay) or similar

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

Today, join your local guide for an exploration of the central part of the Peloponnese peninsula and the spectacular Lousios Valley. Walk deep into the valley to the incredible working monastery of Prodromos. This wood and clay structure has stellar views over the valley below and was built into a rock face. Get a look into the lives of the local monks as they show you around their home and offer you a coffee or the local specialty, the Greek delight. See the splendid 14th-century frescoes decorating the rock walls inside the chapel. Then, visit the tenth-century Byzantine monastery of Philosophou. Learn how this monastery was the base for a secret school known as 'Kryfo Scholio', which was run by monks during Ottoman rule to teach Greek children their own language and religion. Later, visit the medieval village of Stemnitsa – known for its silversmiths – and Zigovisti for a traditional lunch before returning to Dimitsana for the afternoon.

Included Activities:
-Central Arcadia - Lousios Valley Hike with Local Guide
-Central Arcadia - Philosophou Monestary Visit
-Central Arcadia - Prodromos Monastery Visit with Coffee & Greek Delight

Day 7: Mycynae / Nafplion / Athens

Location: Mycynae / Nafplion / Athens

Accommodation: Athenaeum Luxury Hotel or similar

Meals Included: breaksfast

This morning, visit the Mycenae archaeological site – a UNESCO World Heritage site, these ruins represent the most important cities of the Mycenaean civilisation. Then, drive to the seaside town of Nafplion (Nafplio) – the original Greek capital. Maybe head to one of the town's three fortresses or the seaside promenade. Before heading to Athens, stop for a tasting of Greece’s most celebrated drink – ouzo. A taste of this anise-infused alcohol will take you straight to the heart of Greek culture. Chat to the experts and learn how Greece’s national drink is made, then take some time to explore Nafplion at your own pace. Arrive in Athens in the late afternoon for a free evening. Maybe head out with your group for an optional farewell dinner at a local restaurant and cheers to beautiful adventure.

Included Activities:
-Nafplion - Ouzo Tasting
-Mycenae - Archaeological site with guide

Day 8: Athens

Location: Athens

Meals Included: breaksfast

Your journey comes to an end in Athens after breakfast. If you’d like to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent ahead or time to organise additional accommodation.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Comfortable hotel (5 nights), feature stay (2 nights)

  • Athens - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant

  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer

  • Athens - Acropolis Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide

  • Athens - Visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus

  • Meteora - Hike & Monastery Visits with Local Guide

  • Delphi - Oracle, Temple of Apollo & Sanctuary of Athena

  • Delphi - Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide

  • Olympia - Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide

  • Itea - Beekeeping Experience & Honey Tasting

  • Central Arcadia - Lousios Valley Hike

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • International Travel

Transport

  • Private vehicle

Accommodation

  • 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.
  • OCCASIONAL ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION
  • The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline. On rare occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our usual accommodation. A similar standard of accommodation will be used in these instances.
  • TWIN SHARE BASIS
  • Accommodation on this trip is on a twin/multishare basis. We pair up solo travellers with another traveller of the same gender as per the gender marker on each of their passports. Please note there may be times where facilities will be shared rather than ensuite and rare occasions when you share a room with passengers travelling on different Intrepid trips than your own.
  • CHECK-IN TIME
  • Throughout the trip we request that our hotels 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.
  • PRE/POST TRIP ACCOMMODATION
  • If you've purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights.
  • FACILITIES
  • Your accommodation may not always have private en suite facilities or air-conditioning. European hotels generally don't provide kettles or fridges.

Important Information

  • 1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
  • 2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room?on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip?and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Mode of Transport

  • Private vehicle

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    Pickpocketing can be an issue in Athens, especially on public transport. If you keep your valuables concealed and secure while travelling on the metro or bus, you should have no problems.

    Summer temperatures in Greece can reach up to 40°C, so you will need to be able to cope with the heat if you're visiting during the warmer months. Please consider the time of year and your suitability to visiting during that season.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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