Overview
Explore the rich history of Classical Greece on a 8-day tour departing from Athens. Led by an expert guide, see UNESCO-listed sites such as the Sanctuary of Asclepius and discover the Delphi Archaeological Museum.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Mycenae: See ancient Greek remains and the tomb of Agamemnon in Mycenae
Meteora: Discover the secrets of the ancient monasteries of Meteora in Kalambaka
Delphi: At the foot of Mount Parnassos, lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which was the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece. Delphi is the second-most important archaeological site in Greece (after the Acropolis in Athens) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Food tour: Visit the Athens Central Market and stroll through off-the-beaten-path areas in the city. Discover where Athenians shop and eat in a lively neighbourhood. Learn about the Mediterranean diet and sample Greek savouries and sweets.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Hop on/off the tour on day 2
- Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (Athens International airport)
- And Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Meteora, 24 hours Ticket for the Hop-on/off the bus
- Air-conditioned shared transportation on Days 3-5 of the tour
- Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
- All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Entrance fees for the Delphi Site
- Operated with qualified local English speaking guides on a shared basis on Day 3-5
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Flight tickets or visa fees
- Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
- Optional tours
- Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels
- Gratuities for driver and guide
What To Expect
Day 1 : ARRIVAL ATHENS
1 Stop
Day 2 : ATHENS
1 Stop
Day 3 : ATHENS – CANAL OF CORINTH – MYCENAE – NAUPLIA - EPIDAURUS (250 km - 3 hrs)
1 Stop
Day 4 : ATHENS – DELPHI – KALAMBAKA (420 km - 5.5 hrs)
1 Stop
Day 5 : KALAMBAKA - ATHENS (355 km - 4.5 hrs)
1 Stop
Day 6 : ATHENS FOOD TOUR
1 Stop
Day 7 : ATHENS DAY AT LEISURE
1 Stop
Day 8 : DEPARTURE ATHENS
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Day 7: Meeting point for food tour is outside the Panepistimio Metro station at the “Korai” pedestrian walkway which is in front of the Zara Department store. Meeting Time : 9,15 AM
- Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice.
- What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Athens. 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Hop on/off the tour on day 2.
- Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (Athens International airport).
- and Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Meteora, 24 hours Ticket for the Hop-on/off the bus.
- Air-conditioned shared transportation on Days 3-5 of the tour.
- Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
- All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Entrance fees for the Delphi Site.
- Operated with qualified local English speaking guides on a shared basis on Day 3-5.
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme.
- Flight tickets or visa fees.
- Airport taxes for domestic and international flights.
- Optional tours.
- Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels.
- Gratuities for driver and guide.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 8-Day Go Local - Highlights of Greece Group Tour from Athens is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Hop on/off the tour on day 2
- Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (Athens International airport)
- And Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Meteora, 24 hours Ticket for the Hop-on/off the bus
- Air-conditioned shared transportation on Days 3-5 of the tour
- Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
- All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Entrance fees for the Delphi Site
- Operated with qualified local English speaking guides on a shared basis on Day 3-5
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Flight tickets or visa fees
- Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
- Optional tours
- Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels
- Gratuities for driver and guide
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Day 7: Meeting point for food tour is outside the Panepistimio Metro station at the “Korai” pedestrian walkway which is in front of the Zara Department store. Meeting Time : 9,15 AM
- Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice.
- What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Athens. 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
