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Best of Greece

Name: Best of Greece
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 789.68 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Greece

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

188855

Operator:

Destination Services Greece
Length:

5 days
Group size:

50 pax
Age:

2 to 99

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Itinerary

Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this five-day sightseeing tour, you will learn the history of the birthplace of Western civilization. In Athens, you will visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, and the Parliament, and you will get an insight into Greek democracy. A stop off at Delphi will unveil you to the antic center of the world, where two eagles released by the God Apollo met, and will predict your upcoming future destination, Meteora, where you will search for the sacred tranquility of the Greek monks.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL ATHENS

Upon your arrival at Athens international airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Athens has an array of amazing hotels, and this package has the cream of the crop, and we know you will thoroughly enjoy your one night stay in Athens. Rest of the day free of leisure. Visit on your own the famous flea market in Plaka (old town of Athens). Overnight in Athens.

Start point

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Αθηνών Ελευθέριος Βενιζέλος, Αττική Οδός, Spata-Loutsa, Attica 190 04, Greece

Day 2

ATHENS – DELPHI – KALAMBAKA (420km – 9hrs)

After a delicious breakfast, leave for Delphi via Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, arrive in Delphi and visit the Archaeological Site. After the visit depart for Kalambaka, passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece. Overnight in Kalambaka.

Day 3

KALAMBAKA – METEORA – ATHENS (355km – 9hrs)

After breakfast in your hotel visit Meteora and enjoy the unique and most impressive scenery with ageless Monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between earth and sky atop huge rocks. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae (a short stop to see Leonida's Monument across the road). Arrive in Athens early in the evening. Overnight in Athens.

Day 4

ATHENS

Today, after breakfast at the hotel, our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum. Overnight in Athens.

Day 5

DEPARTURE ATHENS

Wake up to your tasty breakfast in the hotel and enjoy your last day in this long-standing metropolis. At the indicated time, you will be transferred to the airport in Athens and you could take your flight to your following destination or you will be transferred to the port of Piraeus for your next island visit.

End point

Cancellation Policy

For bookings made on or after the 23rd of April 2026 that incur cancellations will be subject to a 3% cancellation fee, effective from the time of booking.

This is non-refundable for customer cancellations.

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

4 nights´ accommodation

Day 1, 3, 4 Athens:

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

Day 2 Kalambaka:

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

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-/Post- night in Athens:

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

Transport

Arrival transfer from Athens International airport or from Piraeus port to the hotel on a shared basis

Departure transfer from the hotel to Athens International airport or to Piraeus port on a shared basis

Air-conditioned transportation throughout the program as per itinerary on a shared basis

Insurance

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

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

International flights are not included.

Additional Services

Pre-/Post- night in Athens:

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Archaeological site of Delphi on day 2; Meteora monasteries on day 3; sightseeing tour in Athens (incl. Acropolis and Acropolis Museum entrance fees) on day 4

Meet & Greet on day 1

Additional Services

Any airfares or airport taxes, supplements for which are quoted separately if applicable

International nor domestic flights

Delphi Museum visit

Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, any insurance etc.

Any visit not mentioned in the programme

Optional tours and activities

Travel Insurance, any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc

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

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

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

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

Due to certain restrictions on the visiting hours of the new Acropolis Museum the order of the program can be changed.

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

4 Breakfasts

1 Dinner (on day 2)

Guide

Operated with English-speaking local guides during the activities in Delphi (Day 2), Meteora (Day 3) and Athens (Day 4)

French-speaking guide available on Tuesday departures only

Italian-speaking guide available on Wednesday departures only from June to August

Good to know

Currency

€

Euro

Greece

Customer reviews

Overall Rating

3.3

Itinerary

3.5

Guide

Transport

Accommodation

Food

2.5

Operator

4.1

Faq Tour

How can I book a tour?

You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.

Which payment options are available?

We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.

Can I change or cancel my reservation?

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

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

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