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The Greek Gems: Athens, Delphi, Meteora and Santorini

Name: The Greek Gems: Athens, Delphi, Meteora and Santorini
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 1763.2 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Greece

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

129631

Operator:

Destination Services Greece
Length:

8 days
Group size:

50 pax
Age:

2 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

Enjoy this memorable 8-day tour and get closer to Greece's beautiful history and mythology, while admiring stunning landscapes, and indulging in mouthwatering Greek food. See the best of Athens, the picturesque town of Kalambaka, and the crescent–shaped Santorini Island, the most precious gem of Cyclades islands.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL ATHENS

On your arrival at Athens airport, you will be met and transferred to your selected hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. The afternoon is free at leisure for exploring this never-sleeping city. Overnight in Athens.

Start point

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Αθηνών Ελευθέριος Βενιζέλος, Αττική Οδός, Spata-Loutsa, Attica, Greece

Day 2

ATHENS – DELPHI - KALAMBAKA (586 km - 7 hrs)

After a delicious breakfast, hop on board your luxury bus and enjoy a unique journey northwest to Delphi, arriving around noon. Famous for its theater, Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins, Delphi was considered the center of the earth and the universe and played a central role in the classical Greek world. Visit the archaeological site and the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle. In the afternoon after lunch depart through Central Greece and the cities of Lamia (short stop), Trikala crossing the Thessalian plain, to Kalambaka (a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks, and crowded by the Meteora Monasteries (short stop for souvenirs). Overnight in Kalambaka.

Day 3

KALAMBAKA – ATHENS (437 km - 4 hrs)

Savor breakfast in your hotel and then travel to nearby UNESCO-listed Meteora for a tour of the cliff-top monasteries. Visit two different impressive Byzantine Monasteries built on top of rock towers and providing breathtaking views over the plain. The monasteries are perched on top of towers of sandstone, which for centuries provided totally inaccessible retreats for the monks. Meteora is considered one of the most beautiful and inspiring areas of mainland Greece, and its monasteries are one of the country's most unique attractions. Return to Athens passing by the heroic monument of Leonidas king of Sparta in Thermopylae (short stop for photos). Arrive in Athens in the early evening. Overnight in Athens.

Day 4

ATHENS CITY TOUR

Breakfast at your hotel. From the Acropolis to Omonia Square, with the half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour you'll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens. Begin the tour with a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built out of white marble. Proceed, passing by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then pass the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church, and finally Acropolis (visit Propylae the gateway, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens). Stroll up to the UNESCO-listed site that served as the ancient citadel, and tour the buildings as you hear how they reflected Athens’ prosperity in the 5th century BC. Continue the expert-guided Athens tour with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the Acropolis Museum. Avoid and skip the lines of the new museum. Main attractions such as votives, artefacts of everyday life, statues from the archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon Hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you. Return to your hotel in Athens overnight. Overnight in Athens.

Day 5

ATHENS – SANTORINI (9 hrs, by ferry)

Enjoy a tasty breakfast at your hotel before transferring to the port of Piraeus to catch the high-speed ferry boat to Santorini. Arrive on the beautiful island of romance, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing at the hotel, sunbathing, or exploring the paths of charming Santorini. You can end today´s adventure with an unforgettable optional boat sunset tour that will undoubtedly impress you. Overnight in Santorini.

Day 6

SANTORINI

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Today is for you to explore and discover the island of Santorini, on your own. Stroll the delightful alleys, and admire the white Cycladic houses lining the cliff tops. Perhaps, get in touch with history while visiting the Akrotiri site, known also as the Pompeii of Greece. Maybe visit Canava, admiring its vineyards and distillery. Then, indulge in the incredible local food. The number of great restaurants is impressive, and the traditional dishes promise to amaze your taste buds. Late in the afternoon, you can visit the fascinating, little village of Oia to watch a hypnotizing sunset. Overnight in Santorini.

Day 7

SANTORINI – ATHENS (5 hrs, by ferry)

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the port of Santorini to take your high-speed ferry to Athens Piraeus port. Your boat trip lasts around 5hrs. Upon arrival at Piraeus port, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Athens.

Day 8

DEPARTURE ATHENS

After breakfast and check out, enjoy free time in Athens before your transfer to the airport.

End point

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Αθηνών Ελευθέριος Βενιζέλος, Αττική Οδός, Spata-Loutsa, Attica, Greece

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fee of 30% is charged if cancelled 30 days or less before the event

Cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled 14 days or less before the event

Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 7 days or less before the event

Tour Details

Accommodation

7 nights' accommodation

Day 1, 3, 4 & 7 Athens

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 2 Kalambaka

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*

Day 5, 6 Santorini

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Kamari Beach or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Aegean Plaza or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre/ Post-night Athens

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Transport

Air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour

Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International airport) or from/to Piraeus Port

Hydro boat ticket on the economy seat for the route Piraeus to Santorini and back

Inbound/Outbound private transfers between Santorini Port and the hotel

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Additional Services

Pre/ Post-night Athens

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Delphi Archaeological Site excursion (Day 2); Meteora excursion (Day 3); Athens city tour (Day 4)

Meet & Greet on day 1

Additional Services

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme

International and domestic flight tickets

Airport taxes for domestic and international flights

Gratuities for driver and guide

Airport and Hotel porterage

Visit of Delphi museum

Optional tours

Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Please note the optional tour Aphrodite Boat Sunset in Santorini Island on day 5 operates from May until October

Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice

We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems, security reasons, or Corona restrictions.

Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.

The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary.

No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

Please note the clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels

Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.

Meals

7 Breakfasts

1 Dinner on day 2

Guide

Operated with local English-speaking guides on a shared basis during the activities on day 2, 3, and 4 (half-day)

French-speaking guide available on Tuesdays only

Italian-speaking guide available on Wednesdays only from June to August

Good to know

Currency

€

Euro

Greece

Customer reviews

Overall Rating

4.4

Itinerary

4.5

Guide

4.6

Transport

4.4

Accommodation

4.2

Food

3.8

Operator

4.1

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Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

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You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.