A Trail of Two Cities

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Destinations:
Sunset on the waterfront of Thessaloniki
Package rate per person in double room From 1185

An urban adventure begins! This summer you can explore the two largest cities of Greece, immerse yourselves in their respective rhythms, and learn about their diverse histories!

Starting from Athens, the cradle of Western democracy and a modern metropolis that effortlessly blends the old -or shall we say ancient- with the new. Traversing the city, one can find remnants of antiquity and exquisite neoclassical buildings, among modern bars and elegant cafes, compiling a picture hard to replicate around the globe. A carefully planned half-day tour is included to help you hit the ground running by doing as much sightseeing as possible, leaving you ample time to experience the rest of Athens!

The second part of your trip will take you to North Greece and Thessaloniki, a city marked by its prominent place within the Byzantine Empire! Magnificent churches of the Middle Ages can be found all around the city which is of course not shy of its own slew of ancient monuments. If you wish to have a quick break from the urban setting, you can always use Thessaloniki as a hub from which to launch expeditions to the various towns of Macedonia & Thrace!

Experience the Greek big city life!

  • 3 night hotel accommodation in Athens
  • 3 night hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki
  • Half day Athens city tour
  • Air tickets Athens-Thessaloniki-Athens (economy class)
  • Transfer service as per itinerary
  • Entrance fees during guided sightseeing
  • Meals: 6 breakfasts
  • VAT for all services

Excluded:

  • International airfare
  • Personal expenses, meals/beverages not indicated in the itinerary etc.
  • Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
  • VISA expenses (if applicable)
  • Climate crisis resilience fee (to be paid directly to the hotel by customers)

Optional: You can upgrade the Athens sightseeing into a private tour at additional cost.

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Athens
    Upon arrival at the Athens International Airport, our assistant will be waiting to greet you and answer any questions you may have regarding your upcoming urban adventure! Afterwards, your driver will transport you to the heart of Athens and drop you off at your hotel. Take a load off before setting off for your first exploration of Athens! You can’t go wrong with a stroll down Thissio, culminating in a traditional dinner in one of Plaka’s many taverns.
    Overnight: Athens
    Meals: -
     
  • Day 2 - Athens Half Day Sightseeing Tour
    Athens features an incredible combination of ancient monuments and modern amenities and the two seem to blend so effortlessly that it can be daunting to do some proper sightseeing without some guidance. This is not something you have to worry about though, as you will be joining a half-day tour of the most prominent sites of Athens! Within the span of a few hours you will familiarize yourselves with ancient monuments such as The Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Acropolis, as well as neoclassical marvels like the National Library and the Academy of Athens. The evening is at your disposal to spend as you see fit. If you wish to explore the Athenian nightlife and culinary scene, we recommend a semi-private tour that is tailored to give you a sample of what it feels like to be an Athenian out in the town!
    Overnight: Athens
    Meals: Breakfast
     
  • Day 3 – Arrival in Thessaloniki
    In the morning, you will be escorted to the airport to catch a short flight to Thessaloniki, where our local collaborator will pick you up and take you to your selected hotel. For your first evening in Thessaloniki, a stroll down the iconic waterfront and drinks with a view of the famous White Tower are a must for every first-time visitor!
    Overnight: Thessaloniki
    Meals: Breakfast
     
  • Days 4 & 5 – Thessaloniki
    For the next two days, you can carve your own adventure in the city of Thessaloniki and explore its Byzantine days of glory! To make things easier, you can always take a page out of your Athenian leg of the trip and join a half-day tour of the city! Another great option would be to treat Thessaloniki as a hub from which to launch expeditions to various towns of Northern Greece. One such example would be to visit the Royal Tombs of Vergina, where Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great, lies.
    Overnight: Thessaloniki
    Meals: 2 Breakfasts
     
  • Day 6 - Return to Athens
    Bid farewell to Thessaloniki and join hop on your personal transport as your driver takes you back to the airport for your return to Athens. Once more you will have one of our representatives expecting you and take you to your hotel in Athens. For your last night in Greece, make sure you do all those things you wished you had done during your first visit, making sure you carve out some time for souvenir shopping for your friends back home!
    Overnight: Athens
    Meals: Breakfast
     
  • Day 7 - Departure from Athens
    In the morning, as you are used to by now, you will have someone pick you up and take you to the Athens International Airport for your trip back home! We hope to see you in Greece again very soon!
    Overnight: -
    Meals: Breakfast
  • Day 1 - Arrival in Athens
    Upon arrival at the Athens International Airport, our assistant will be waiting to greet you and answer any questions you may have regarding your upcoming urban adventure! Afterwards, your driver will transport you to the heart of Athens and drop you off at your hotel. Take a load off before setting off for your first exploration of Athens! You can’t go wrong with a stroll down Thissio, culminating in a traditional dinner in one of Plaka’s many taverns.
    Overnight: Athens
    Meals: -
     
  • Day 2 - Athens Half Day Sightseeing Tour
    Athens features an incredible combination of ancient monuments and modern amenities and the two seem to blend so effortlessly that it can be daunting to do some proper sightseeing without some guidance. This is not something you have to worry about though, as you will be joining a half-day tour of the most prominent sites of Athens! Within the span of a few hours you will familiarize yourselves with ancient monuments such as The Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Acropolis, as well as neoclassical marvels like the National Library and the Academy of Athens. The evening is at your disposal to spend as you see fit. If you wish to explore the Athenian nightlife and culinary scene, we recommend a semi-private tour that is tailored to give you a sample of what it feels like to be an Athenian out in the town!
    Overnight: Athens
    Meals: Breakfast
     
  • Day 3 – Arrival in Thessaloniki
    In the morning, you will be escorted to the airport to catch a short flight to Thessaloniki, where our local collaborator will pick you up and take you to your selected hotel. For your first evening in Thessaloniki, a stroll down the iconic waterfront and drinks with a view of the famous White Tower are a must for every first-time visitor!
    Overnight: Thessaloniki
    Meals: Breakfast
     
  • Days 4 & 5 – Thessaloniki
    For the next two days, you can carve your own adventure in the city of Thessaloniki and explore its Byzantine days of glory! To make things easier, you can always take a page out of your Athenian leg of the trip and join a half-day tour of the city! Another great option would be to treat Thessaloniki as a hub from which to launch expeditions to various towns of Northern Greece. One such example would be to visit the Royal Tombs of Vergina, where Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great, lies.
    Overnight: Thessaloniki
    Meals: 2 Breakfasts
     
  • Day 6 - Return to Athens
    Bid farewell to Thessaloniki and join hop on your personal transport as your driver takes you back to the airport for your return to Athens. Once more you will have one of our representatives expecting you and take you to your hotel in Athens. For your last night in Greece, make sure you do all those things you wished you had done during your first visit, making sure you carve out some time for souvenir shopping for your friends back home!
    Overnight: Athens
    Meals: Breakfast
     
  • Day 7 - Departure from Athens
    In the morning, as you are used to by now, you will have someone pick you up and take you to the Athens International Airport for your trip back home! We hope to see you in Greece again very soon!
    Overnight: -
    Meals: Breakfast
  • You can upgrade the Athens sightseeing into a private tour at additional cost.
Rates per Person for all services outlined in Euros
Group 1
  • Athens: 3-star Central (standard room) or similar
  • Thessaloniki: 3-star El Greco (standard room) or similar
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