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Best of Greece with One-Day 3-Island Cruise

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Best of Greece with One-Day 3-Island Cruise

9 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece

Visiting: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, Acropolis Museum, Hadrian's Arch, Panathenaic Stadium, Plaka, Syntagma Square, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Olympia, Patras, Delphi, Thermopylae, Kalambaka, Meteora, Hydra, Poros, Aegina

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

WCGBOMN26

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion, Sightseeing

From: $2465 $2395 (USD) Tourhub's Discount: -$70

NB: Prices correct on 19-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Greece with the "Best of Greece with One-Day 3-Island Cruise" tour. Begin your adventure in Athens, exploring iconic sites like the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Travel through history with visits to Corinth, Mycenae, and the ancient theater of Epidaurus. Experience the warmth of Greek hospitality with a traditional dinner and dancing at a local olive and wine farm in Olympia. Discover the mystical landscapes of Delphi and the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Conclude your Greek odyssey with a scenic cruise to the enchanting islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and immersive cultural experiences, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Highlights

Explore Athens, Meteora, Delphi, Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae, and Corinth with a Local Specialist.
View the Parthenon, Royal Palace, and Temple of Zeus in Athens.
See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate, and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae.
Enjoy a scenic cruise to the Aegean islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina.
Meet a passionate beekeeper in Delphi and taste special thyme honey.
Experience a traditional Greek dinner and dancing with the Karabelas family in Olympia.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to Athens

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center

Meals Included: Dinner

Put the 'oh' in opa and embark on an unforgettable exploration of an ancient land of gods and goddesses, myths and legends. Your springboard to your spellbinding holiday is the vibrant capital of Athens, an effortless mix of ancient treasures and modern verve, which you will have an opportunity to explore after being transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a light meal.

Day 2: Explore Amazing Athens Dive Into Culture

Location: Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, Acropolis Museum, Hadrian's Arch, Panathenaic Stadium, Plaka, Syntagma Square

Accommodation Name: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast

Join your Local Specialist for a guided morning sightseeing tour to the ancient complex that was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilization'. Along our journey into antiquity, we'll have an opportunity to explore the Acropolis with its treasures and admire the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena,the Royal Palace and the Temple of Zeus. Dive Into Culture and see remarkable displays of an ancient world during an included visit to the Acropolis Museum, and see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own. Stroll through the Plaka, people-watch in Syntagma Square or go in search of the city's tastiest souvlaki – the choice is yours.

Day 3: Journey to Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplion

Location: Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion

Accommodation Name: Amalia Nafplio

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We depart Athens this morning, crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in Corinth, we join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. We continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of Ancient Greece, where we'll see the Beehive Tombs (the Treasury of Atreus), the Lion Gate and the remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, in the company of a Local Specialist. Later, we'll travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theater and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. Arriving in the Venetian town of Nafplion later, we'll dine in our hotel this evening.

Day 4: Continue to Ancient Olympia Connect with Locals

Olympia, Greece

Location: Olympia

Accommodation Name: Amalia Olympia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We traverse the Mountains of Arcadia to ancient Olympia, the site of the first Olympic Games held in 776 BC. This evening, we Connect With Locals joining the Karabelas family for dinner on their olive and wine farm at a Be My Guest experience featuring traditional dancing and characteristic Greek philoxenia.

Day 5: Onwards to Patras and Delphi

Delphi, Greece

Olympia, Greece

Location: Olympia, Patras, Delphi

Accommodation Name: Amalia Delphi

Meals Included: Breakfast

We join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. We'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Leaving Olympia, we skirt the coastline north to Patras, crossing the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece before continuing to Delphi, where you may wish to try your hand at preparing some local dishes during an interactive cooking lesson.

Day 6: Off to Thermopylae and Kalambaka

Delphi, Greece

Location: Delphi, Thermopylae, Kalambaka

Accommodation Name: Amalia Kalambaka

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tread in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks, who would descend on the sanctuary of Delphi to consult with the most important oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4th-century Temple of Apollo. View the statues immortalising the strength of the athletes who once competed in the Pythian Games, held in honor of Apollo and the Arts. Continue on to a family-ran honey farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Taste the rich thyme honey freshly collected from the hive and come up close to the unique biodiversity of the area. A scenic afternoon drive brings us to Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defense by Leonidas and his brave Spartans against the invading Persians. We cross the lush Thessaly region, traveling north through the 'breadbasket of Greece' towards Kalambaka.

Day 7: Admire Meteora and Return to Athens

Location: Meteora, Athens

Accommodation Name: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are our first stop today. Join a Local Specialist to visit two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the town. A scenic drive returns us to Athens, where we'll enjoy a rousing Farewell Dinner with our travel companions and reminisce over an incredible journey through Greece.

Day 8: Discover 3 Greek Islands

Location: Athens, Hydra, Poros, Aegina, Athens

Accommodation Name: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Set sail on shimmering Aegean waters, past Hydra, Poros and Aegina - enjoy a day spent gliding past hidden coves, lush pine-clad slopes and labyrinthine cobbled streets that reveal all the charm you've come to expect from the Greek isles. Enjoy lunch on board before returning to your hotel after a full day on the water.

Day 9: Journey Home

Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

We say a fond farewell to our newfound friends and the treasures of Greece after an unforgettable journey.

What's Included

Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
Cherry-picked Hotels

Stay in cherry-picked hotels that are all tried and trusted.
Porterage and Gratuities

All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
Hotel Tips and Taxes

All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered.
Sightseeing and Extras

Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are part of the tour.
Audio Headsets

Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
Luxury Transportation

Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
Optional Experiences and Free Time

Optional experiences and free time are available during the tour.
Hotel Standards

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses

Personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
Flights

International and domestic flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
Visa Fees

Visa fees and any related travel documentation are not included.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey across Greece. Enjoy scenic drives and convenient transfers between destinations, allowing you to relax and take in the breathtaking landscapes.

Accommodation

Stay in cherry-picked hotels such as Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, and Crowne Plaza Athens City Center, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey. Experience the unique architecture of Amalia hotels in Nafplio, Olympia, Delphi, and Kalambaka, designed to blend seamlessly with their surroundings.

Dining Summary

5 Dinner (D)
8 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)

Dive into Culture

Athens: Visit the Acropolis Museum containing remarkable antiquities giving visitors an insight into the lives of Athenians centuries ago.

Iconic Experience

Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
Corinth: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Join a Local Specialist and gain insight into Corinth's eventful past.
Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Specialist.
Archaeological Site of Olympia: Join a Local Specialist to view the stadium of Olympia which hosted the ancient Olympic Games and Heraia, the women's games in honor of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.

Check out our Q&As

What unique experiences are included in the tour?

The tour includes a visit to a honey farm in Delphi where you can taste thyme honey and learn about beekeeping, and a traditional Greek dinner with the Karabelas family on their olive and wine farm in Olympia, featuring dinner and dancing.
What is the significance of the locations visited on the tour?

The tour visits several historically significant locations such as the Acropolis in Athens, the ancient city of Corinth, the archaeological site of Mycenae, the ancient theater of Epidaurus, and the site of the first Olympic Games in Olympia. These sites offer insights into ancient Greek civilization and its contributions to history and culture.
What can I expect from the one-day cruise included in the tour?

The one-day cruise takes you to the Aegean islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. You will enjoy a day on the water, passing by hidden coves and lush landscapes, with lunch served on board.
Are there any special accommodations during the tour?

In Delphi, the hotel is designed by renowned architect Nikos Valsamakis and is a notable example of postwar Greek architecture, integrating seamlessly with the Delphic landscape.
What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries, or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.

Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Since 1947
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

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