5 Days Classical Tour

Including Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi & Meteora
Duration:
5 Days / 4 Nights - Every Monday
Columns in the site of ancient Olympia
per person 638

History comes to life in this classical five day tour of the Greek mainland. After a quick stop at the Corinth Canal, you will find yourselves at the Theater of Epidaurus, where the works of Socrates, Aristophanes and Euripides came to life. The true spirit of Peloponnesus can be found in the picturesque town of Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece. Moving on, you will have the chance to visit the Tomb of Agamemnon in Mycenae before proceeding to Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games, and home to Zeus' sanctuary. Your next destination will be Delphi, known around ancient Greece as 'the navel of the world'. A town with strong ties to antiquity due to the presence of the famous Oracle, whose ruins still stand proudly. Last but not least, you will 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.

Most Mondays from April to October. For a specific date, check availability here.

Only guests ages 5 through 12 are eligible for "children's rates"

Pricing

From April to October:

  • First class half board:

750,00 € per adult
465,00 per child
Single Supplement 168,00 €

  • Tourist class half board:

638,00 € per adult
390,00 € per child
Single Supplement 124,00 €

  • Day 1 -  Athens to Nafplion via the Corinth Canal
    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, where we will stop for the night.
    Overnight: Nafplion
    Meals: Dinner
     
  • Day 2 - Nafplion to Olympia via Mycenae
    You have the morning free to explore Nafplion and pick up mementos of your trip. Around noon, we will depart for Mycenae where we will visit the archaeological site and museum. Then it's off to Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic games, through the scenic routes of Central Peloponnese, as well as the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. It is there that we will stop for the night. 
    Overnight: Olympia
    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
     
  • Day 3 - Olympia to Delphi
    You cannot visit Olympia and not pay tribute to the ruler of Olympus, so that is what we will do in the morning with a visit to the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the archaeological museum. Afterwards, we will take a drive through the plains of Ilia and Achaia and the magnificent bridge of Rio-Antirio which connects the two sides of the Corinthian Bay. We will pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea, to arrive in Delphi, our own sanctuary for the night.
    Overnight: Delphi
    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
     
  • Day 4 - Delphi to Kalambaka
    In the morning, we will visit the archaeological site where the Oracle once stood and then depart for Kalambaka, passing some picturesque villages of Central Greece along the way. 
    Overnight: Kalambaka
    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
     
  • Day 5 - Visit Meteora and Return to Athens
    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. Afterwards you will make your way back via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae (where a short stop to see Leonidas' Monument across the road is in order) and finally arrive at Athens early in the evening (approx. 19:00).
    Overnight: -
    Meals: Breakfast
  • Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
  • Visit to the Epidaurus Theater
  • Visit to the Mycenae Archaeological site & Tomb of Agamemnon
  • Visit to the Olympia Archaeological site & Museum
  • Visit to the Delphi Archaeological site & Museum
  • Visit to the Meteora Monasteries (2 monasteries)
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Nafplion
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Olympia
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Delphi
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Kalambaka (Meteora area)
  • 4 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners
  • VAT for all services

Not included:

  • Your international airfare
  • Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and dinner
  • Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
  • Stayover hotel tax, to be paid directly to the hotel
  • This tour includes a complimentary pick-up / drop-off service from your hotel or other predefined spots in Athens and surrounding areas. Maximum duration of this service to gather tour participants is approximately 1 hour. Thus, pick-up time may vary for each guest and will be provided during the booking process.
  • Clients staying at the coast will depart for their hotels, from the G.O. terminal around 19:30hrs.
  • Appropriate clothing is required to visit the Monasteries. Long skirts below the knees for the ladies and long trousers for the gentlemen. The monasteries, also, provide long skirts before every entrance. The ladies can choose and wear a long skirt over their clothing, during the tour, and return it, prior to their departure.
  • The tour is usually bilingual, implemented in English and one additional language (French or Italian). For more information prior to booking, please contact us.