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8-Day Greece Tour of Athens, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora

From ancient temples and timeless myths to sun-soaked towns and rugged mountain landscapes, Greece is a living museum of history and beauty. Discover the birthplace of democracy, walk in the footsteps of philosophers, and marvel at monasteries that seem to touch the sky. This is Greece. Dramatic, divine, and unforgettable.

Travel & Accommodation

8 days, 1 country and 8 cities
7 nights accommodation

Meals

7 Breakfasts 5 Dinners

Activity Level

Balanced

Trip code: AGBOA

Trip map & itinerary

Trip Map

Legend

  • Start Location
  • End Location
  • 1 Overnight
  • Visited Location
  • Optional Location
  • ✈ Plane
  • 🛳 Cruise
  • 🚆 Train

Day by day itinerary

 Welcome to Athens
Day 1
Welcome to Athens
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Day 1: Welcome to Athens

Welcome to Greece’s vibrant capital — a city where modern life meets ancient wonder. Arrive and meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers before enjoying a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre or similar Included Meals: Dinner
Explore Amazing Athens
Day 2
Explore Amazing Athens
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Day 2: Explore Amazing Athens

Explore the treasures of Athens on a guided city tour. Visit the Acropolis, see the Parthenon, and explore the Acropolis Museum. View the Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus, and Hadrian’s Arch before an afternoon at leisure.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre or similar Included Meals: Breakfast
Journey to Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplion
Day 3
Journey to Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplion
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Day 3: Journey to Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplion

Travel to the historic Corinth Canal before visiting the archaeological site of Mycenae — home of Agamemnon and the Lion Gate. Continue to the charming seaport of Nafplion, one of Greece’s prettiest towns.

Accommodation: Amalia Hotel Nafplio or similar Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue to Ancient Olympia
Day 4
Continue to Ancient Olympia
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Day 4: Continue to Ancient Olympia

Cross the Peloponnese to ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. Visit the training grounds, stadium, and temples dedicated to Zeus and Hera. Stroll through this peaceful site steeped in legend and history.

Accommodation: Amalia Hotel Olympia or similar Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Onwards to Patras and Delphi
Day 5
Onwards to Patras and Delphi
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Day 5: Onwards to Patras and Delphi

Journey north through Patras, Greece’s third-largest city, and over the Rio–Antirrio Bridge to Delphi. Once considered the centre of the world, Delphi was home to the Oracle of Apollo — whose prophecies shaped ancient Greece.

Accommodation: Amalia Hotel Delphi or similar Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
 Off to Thermopylae and Kalambaka
Day 6
Off to Thermopylae and Kalambaka
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Day 6: Off to Thermopylae and Kalambaka

Stop at Thermopylae, where King Leonidas and his Spartans once stood against the Persian army. Continue to Kalambaka, set against the dramatic backdrop of Meteora’s rock formations.

Accommodation: Amalia Hotel Kalambaka or similar Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Admire Meteora and Return to Athens
Day 7
Admire Meteora and Return to Athens
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Day 7: Admire Meteora and Return to Athens

Visit the cliff-top monasteries of Meteora — masterpieces of faith and architecture balanced high above the plains. Later, return to Athens for a final evening to savour Greek cuisine and celebrate your journey.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre or similar Included Meals: Breakfast
 Farewell Athens
Day 8
Farewell Athens
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Day 8: Farewell Athens

Your Greek adventure ends this morning with a transfer to the airport. Bid farewell to your Travel Director and newfound friends as you journey home.

Included Meals: Breakfast

About this trip

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Explore: Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi, and Meteora
  • Visit: The Acropolis and Museum in Athens, the ancient theatre at Epidaurus, Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the Oracle of Delphi, and the cliff-top monasteries of Meteora
  • View: The Parthenon, Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus, the Sanctuary of Asclepius, and the battle site of Thermopylae
  • See: The Corinth Canal, Lion Gate, and Agamemnon’s Palace in Mycenae

Travel Highlights

  • Airport transfers (see specific details in itinerary)
  • Expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked, trusted hotels
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • All porterage, hotel tips, charges, and local taxes
  • Must-see sightseeing with audio headsets for flexible touring
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi (or alternative transport such as rail journeys)
  • Optional experiences and leisure time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be used

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