- Motor coach through coastal road, Corinth canal, Thessaly plain, Tempi Valley & the towns of Nafplion, Tripolis, Megalopolis, Nafpactos, Itea, Naoussa & Edessa.
- Visit Epidaurus Theatre.
- Visit Mycenae Archaeological site and Tomb of Agamemnon.
- Visit Olympia Archaeological site and Museum.
- Visit Delphi Archaeological site and Museum.
- Visit of Meteora monasteries (2 monasteries).
- Visit Archaeological Park of Dion.
- Visit Saint Paul Bema at Veria town.
- Visit Aristotle's School at Naoussa town.
- Visit Pella new museum (Pella is the capital of Alexandros the Great).
- Visit Thessaloniki city's main attractions & monuments.
- Visit Thessaloniki Museum of Byzantine Culture.
- Visit Vergina Museum and the Royal Tombs of Macedonia (King Phillip II tomb)
- Short stop at Corinth Canal
- Short stop at Nafplion traditional town (first capital of Greece)
- Short stop at Thermopylae (see Leonidas monument)
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Olympia
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Delphi
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Kalambaka (Meteora area)
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki
- 6 breakfasts, 6 dinners
- Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
- VAT for all services
Join this 7 day Greek mainland tour and visit Epidaurus, Delphi, Olympia, Mycenae, Meteora, Saint Paul's Bema, Aristotle's School of Philosophy, Edessa Waterfalls, Pella Museum and more.
Not included:
- Your international airfare
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
- Stayover hotel tax, to be paid directly to the hotel
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
- Stayover hotel tax, to be paid directly to the hotel
The church of the Rotonda in Thessaloniki
The Theater of Epidaurus as seen from the top of the stands
The White Tower on the waterfront in Thessaloniki
The Lion Gate in the Mycenae archaeological site
The marble seats on the Epidaurus Theater
Orthodox church of Saint Paul in Thessaloniki
Temple ruins in the Ancient Olympia complex
Ancient Olympia on a beuriful summer day
Panoramic view of the town of Nafplion
The Treasury of Atreus, also known as tomb of Agamemnon, in Mycenae
Traditional kitchen in one of the Meteora monasteries
The town of Kalambaka on the foothills of Meteora
The Holy Monastery of Varlaam in Meteora
The Sanctuary of Asklepius in Epidaurus
The Monastery of Saint Stephen in eteora
Temple of Apollo in Delphi
The archaeological site of the Oracle of Delphi
The Ancient Theater of Delphi
The Corinth Canal connects Attica and Peloponnese
The islet of Bourtzi off the coast of Nafplion
Stunning sunset view of the Meteora valley
- Day 1 - Athens to Olympia via Corinth, Epidaurus, Nafplion and Mycenae
We will pick you up from select spots in Athens (departure at approx 8:45) and take the coastal road to the Corinth Canal, where we will make a short stop. Back on the road and onto the Theatre of Epidaurus, a monument to the arts and a structure famous for its remarkable acoustics. We will then proceed to the town of Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece, for another short stop and leave for Mycenae, where a visit to the archaeological site and Tomb of Agamemnon is in order. A culture-filled day will conclude once we reach Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games, via Central Peloponnesus and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis.
Overnight: Olympia
Meals: Dinner - Day 2 - Olympia to Delphi
In the morning you will have the chance to visit the archaeological site containing the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and archaeological museum. Afterwards, you will drive on through the plains of Iliad and Achaia, through the magnificent modern bridge of Rio-Antirio which connects the two sides of the Corinthian Bay. You will pass through the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea before reaching Delphi, your final destination for the day.
Overnight: Delphi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 3 - Delphi to Kalambaka
In Delphi, or the 'navel of the world' as ancient Greeks used to call it, you will make a morning visit to the archaeological site and the museum. Afterwards, you will depart for Kalambaka, a small town in the heart of Greece, situated right at the foot of the astonishing rock complex of Meteora.
Overnight: Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 4 - Kalambaka to Thessaloniki and a visit to Meteora
Visit Meteora, a geological marvel of vast, rock pillars rising up from the valley to create a unique spectacle that is a testament to wonders of nature. On top of the pillars, stand Byzantine Monasteries, of immeasurable historical and religious importance. Depart from Kalambaka and continue your journey through the striking plains of Thessaly and the valley of Tempi, while admiring the gigantic figure of Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece and home of the 12 Gods of Greek Mythology. Arrival at Thessaloniki, the second largest and the most vibrant city in Greece.
Overnight: Thessaloniki
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 5 - Explore Thessaloniki's Byzantine Heritage
In the morning, you will explore Thessaloniki, a center of civilization during the Byzantine Empire, second in population and prestige only to Constantinople. The spirit of that era is still evident in the architecture and style of the churches of the Christian world and for a deep dive in history the Museum of Byzantine Culture is a must. A walking tour will guide you to important sites like the Arch of Galerius, the ruins of the Palace and the famous Rotunda.The remainder of the day is at your leisure, with the city offering ample opportunities for entertainment.
Overnight: Thessaloniki
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 6 - Explore Macedonia
Depart in the morning for an excursion to the historical grounds of Macedonia. Your first stop will be the picturesque Edessa and its characteristic waterfalls, which have brought the town fame all over Greece. Then we proceed to Naoussa and to a site of exceptional beauty and importance, Aristotle's School, the great philosopher taught ‘the doctrines of morals and politics' to Alexander the Great and the Macedonian youth. Afterwards, we drive to Vergina (ancient Aigai), to visit the museum created in the Great Tumulus, covering the royal tombs of Macedonia. It is there that you will experience the astonishing findings in the tomb of King Phillip II, Alexander's father, one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. Just a few miles away is Veria (Biblical Beroea) where you can visit Saint Paul's Bema, and then stroll through the old Jewish neighborhood and colourful market area. The return to Thessaloniki will be filled with musings about the multitude of unique destinations your day entailed.
Overnight: Thessaloniki
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 7 - Visit Pella and Return to Athens
In the morning, you will visit Pella, the capital of Alexander the Great's empire. You will admire the exquisite floor mosaics of the 4th century B.C. villas, in situ as well as in the new Museum. Up next is the archaeological park of Dion (a sacred city of the Macedonians, at the foot of mountain Olympus). Afterwards we will start driving south, through Thessaly, Lamia, Thermopylae (where you will have the chance to see the Leonidas' monument) and Thebes, before arriving in Athens late in the afternoon.
Overnight: -
Meals: Breakfast
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