Grand Tour in Greece, Private tour
Grand Tour in Greece, Private tour
Grand Tour in Greece, Private tour
10 Days Starting and ending in Athens
Visiting: Athens, Delphi, Kalabaka, Thessaloniki
Tour operator:
Tour code:
604498
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
Min age:18
Tour operated in:
English , French , GermanInterests:
From:
$5895
$5630 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$265
NB: Prices correct on 15-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Join our ten-day tour and travel to the heart of Greece, the land of Gods. Discover the legends of Greek mythology by visiting the Acropolis and feel the harmony between material and spirit in the magical Parthenon. The coastal driver along the Corinth Canal will take you to the cradle of the Olympic Games, Olympia, and magnificent sanctuary of Delphi will unveil you the secret techniques of an ancient prophecy. Admire the beautiful landscape that surrounds Meteora Monasteries in Kalambaka and once in Thessaloniki, get into the vibrant life of this bustling city and enjoy its beauty as a local, savouring the local gastronomy and surrounded sites to Edessa, Vergina and Naoussa. This trip will fill all your senses and will leave great memories for the lifetime. Â
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Athens (40Km – 35Min)
Location: Athens
Upon your arrival at Athens airport or Piraeus port, meet and greet, and transfer to your hotel for check-in. The afternoon is free at leisure for exploring this never-sleeping city.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 : Athens
Location: Athens
Luscious breakfast at your hotel. Today participate at the Athens city tour which gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. 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 colourful 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 the 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. Return to your hotel in Athens. The rest of the day free of leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 3 : Athens – Corinth Canal – Epidarus – Nafplio – Mycenae – Olympia (395Km – 5.45Hrs)
After the delightful breakfast at the hotel, depart today by the coastal road to the impressive Corinth Canal where you will have a short photo stop. Continue the drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidaurus famous for its remarkable acoustics. Then proceed to the Town of Nauplion (short stop) drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese passing by the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Arrive at Olympia, the cradle of the ancient Olympic Games and after the check-in enjoy a dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Olympia.
Day 4 : Olympia – Delphi (215Km – 3.15Hrs)
Location: Delphi
Breakfast at your hotel. In the morning visit the archaeological site with the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the archaeological museum. After drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia until the magnificent bridge which is crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque Towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, and once in Delphi, check-in to your hotel. Dinner is served at the hotel.
Overnight in Delphi.
Day 5 : Delphi – Kalambaka (235Km – 3.15Hrs)
Location: Kalabaka
Wake up to tasty breakfast at the hotel and get ready for your morning visit of the archaeological site and the museum of Delphi. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing complex of the Meteora, those gigantic rocks that rise steeply from the plain of Thessaly. Arrive in Kalambaka, check-in and wrap up the day with dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Kalambaka.
Day 6 : Kalambaka – Meteora –Thessaloniki (230Km – 2.5Hrs)
Location: Thessaloniki
Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel and get ready for one of the most exciting sites, Meteora, perched on top of huge rocks, which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Afterwards, depart from Kalambaka, drive through the striking plain of Thessaly and the Valley of Tempi, and admire the gigantic figure of Mount Olympos, the highest mountain in Greece, home to the 12 Gods in Greek Mythology. Arrival at Thessaloniki, the second largest and the most vibrant city in Greece, check-in to the hotel and dinner.
Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Day 7 : Thessaloniki
After breakfast, learn about the history of this city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the "co-reigning" city, second in population and prestige only to Constantinople. On this city tour, you will visit unique monuments and you will feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest and most characteristic churches of the Christian world as well as in the Museum of Byzantine Culture, awarded with the Council of Europe's Museum Prize for the year 2005. Rest of the day free, to enjoy time in the lively centre of the Thessaloniki city. Dinner is served at the hotel.
Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Day 8 : Thessaloniki – Edessa – Naoussa – Vergina – Veria – Thessaloniki (245Km – 4Hrs)
After an energizing breakfast at the hotel, depart in the morning for a unique approach to historical Macedonia. First stop is at picturesque Edessa where you see the town's famous landmark, the Waterfalls. Then proceed to Naoussa, to visit the Aristotle's School, the picturesque site where the great philosopher taught ‘the doctrines of morals and politics' to Alexander the Great and the Macedonian youth. Afterwards drive to Vergina (ancient Aigai), to live the experience of a visit to the unique Museum, created in the Great Tumulus covering the royal tombs of Macedonia. See the astonishing findings from the tomb of King Phillip II, Alexander's father, and feel the thrill of the greatest discovery of the 20th century. In only a few miles away is Veria (Biblical Beroea) to visit Saint Paul's Bema, and then stroll through the old Jewish neighbourhood and the colourful market area. A walk in a city where the past is present and around. Return to Thessaloniki for dinner at your hotel.
Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Day 9 : Thessaloniki – Pella – Dion – Thermopyle – Athens (575Km – 6.15Hrs)
Location: Athens
Start your day with a tasty breakfast at the hotel, after which you drive to Pella, the capital of Alexander the Great. See the exquisite floor mosaics of the 4th century B.C. villas, in situ as well as in the new Museum. Further on continue to the Archaeological Park of Dion (sacred city of the Macedonians, at the foot of mountain Olympos) and afterwards, you proceed driving south and through Thessaly, Lamia, Thermopylae (see the Leonidas' Monument) and Thebes, back to Athens, where you arrive in the late afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 10 : Departure Athens (40Km – 35Min)
Location: Athens
Delightful breakfast at the hotel is followed by a big farewell to Greece. At an indicated time you will be transferred to the Athens airport to take your flight to following destinations.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-, French-, Italian and German-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 2-9)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 9 night’s hotel accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2 Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3* Â Â
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Olympia:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Neda or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Olympia or similar 4*
Day 4 Delphi:
 Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hermes or similar 3*Â
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Delphi or similar 4*
Day 5 Kalambaka:
Standard Hotel Category = Orfeas Hotel or similar 3*Â
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*
Day 6, 7, 8 Thessaloniki:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel El Greco or similar 3*Â
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Capsis or similar 4*
Day 9 Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*Â
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre and post-night stay in Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*Â
MEALS:
- 9 BreakfastsÂ
- 6 Dinners (Day 3-8)
TRANSPORT:
- Inbound/Outbound shared air-conditioned transfers from/to Athens Airport or Piraeus PortÂ
- Air-conditioned private transportation throughout the tour (Day 2-9)
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Athens City tour (Day 2), Corinth Canal sightseeing tour, Theatre of Epidaurus, Mycenae Archaeological site (Day 3), Olympia sightseeing tour (Day 4), Delphi archaeological site and museum (Day 5), Meteora excursion (Day 6), Thessaloniki city tour (Day 7), Thessaloniki and surrounded sites sightseeing tour (Day 8), Pella, Dion and Thermopyle full-day trip (Day 9)
OTHER:
- Meet & GreetÂ
What's Not Included
- Domestic nor International flightsÂ
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities Â
- Optional tours
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
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.
Please Note
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Late check-out, early check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms at the hotel are all subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- 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, 2 Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*Â Â Â
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Olympia:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Neda or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Olympia or similar 4*
Day 4 Delphi:
- Â Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hermes or similar 3*Â
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Delphi or similar 4*
Day 5 Kalambaka:
- Standard Hotel Category = Orfeas Hotel or similar 3*Â
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*
Day 6, 7, 8 Thessaloniki:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel El Greco or similar 3*Â
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Capsis or similar 4*
Day 9 Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*Â
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre and post-night stay in Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*Â
Check out our Q&As
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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.Â
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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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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.
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