Cultural Tour / Guaranteed Departures
Day 1: Arrival in Athens
Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival at the Athens airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Overnight: Athens
Day 2: Athens City Tour with Acropolis Museum
After breakfast, join your group for a captivating city tour of Athens. Explore the unique contrasts of this historic city with our expert guide. Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the venue of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. Pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (formerly the Royal Palace), guarded by the Euzones in their iconic uniforms. See landmarks such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and Syntagma Square. At the Acropolis, marvel at the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the Parthenon, a masterpiece of the Golden Age. Conclude with a visit to the Acropolis Museum, home to classical-era treasures. The afternoon is free for your own explorations.
Overnight: Athens
Day 3: Corinth Canal – Olympia
Embark on a four-day classical tour. Drive along the scenic Coastal Road to the Corinth Canal for a brief stop. Continue to Epidaurus to visit its ancient theatre, renowned for exceptional acoustics. Proceed to Nafplion for a short visit, then travel to Mycenae to explore the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Journey through the picturesque Peloponnese, passing Tripoli and Megalopolis, before arriving in Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games.
Dinner and overnight: Olympia
Day 4: Olympia – Delphi
In the morning, explore Olympia’s archaeological site, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium, and the museum. Drive through the verdant landscapes of Elis and Achaea to cross the Corinthian Bay via the impressive Rion-Antirion Bridge. Pass the charming towns of Nafpaktos and Itea before reaching Delphi, a site of great historical significance.
Dinner and overnight: Delphi
Day 5: Delphi – Kalambaka
After breakfast, visit the archaeological site of Delphi and its museum, home to the famous Charioteer of Delphi. Depart for Kalambaka, a charming town nestled at the foot of the spectacular Meteora rock formations.
Overnight: Kalambaka
Day 6: Meteora – Athens
Discover the awe-inspiring Meteora Monasteries, perched atop massive rock pillars and offering exquisite examples of Byzantine art. In the afternoon, return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae, with a short stop at the monument of Leonidas. Arrive in Athens early in the evening.
Overnight: Athens
Day 7: Departure from Athens
Transfer to Athens International Airport for your departure. Thank you for experiencing the wonders of Greece with us.
Safe travels!