Tour Description

You'll stand beneath the Acropolis in Athens, tracing carved stone and weathered columns before following Greece’s ancient roads towards Olympia. Here, a local chef shows you how to prepare cool, garlicky tzatziki, golden cheese pies and crisp zucchini balls, with the tang of Greek cheese in every bite. A journey to Meteora follows, where monasteries sit high above Kalambaka on immense pillars of rock. At Olympia, you'll walk through the birthplace of the Olympic Games, near the ruins of the Temple of Zeus. In Mycenae, you'll wander between walls built from vast Cyclopean stones before running your hands over cool clay at the Mycenae Pottery Studio.

Priced From:

$ 3900pp ^*

From: 2027-10-31

To: 2028-03-19

Start Location: Athens, Greece

End Location: Athens, Greece

Trip Type: Eastern Mediterranean

Tour Advisors

Beccy Hayes

Travel Specialist

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Welcome to Athens

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre.

Venture back to a time when great philosophers roamed the halls of the Agora and gods vied for supremacy. Embark on an unforgettable exploration of ancient myths and legends in the vibrant capital of Athens. Upon arrival, your Local Host will meet you and escort you to your hotel, where you can settle in and relax or explore the City of Violet Crown. This evening, join your Travel Director for dinner, savouring local cuisine while getting to know your fellow travellers.

Athens, City of Gods

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Divani Meteora, Kalambaka, Grand Meteora, Kalambaka

Begin your journey into ancient Greece today, where the history of this remarkable civilisation comes to life. Explore Athens with your choice experience. Choose to visit the city's renowned ancient sites with a Local Specialist, or venture into the dynamic Plaka neighbourhood, guided by your Travel Director. Next, venture to Thermopylae, the mountain pass where King Leonidas and his Spartan warriors made their legendary stand against the Persians in 480 B.C. Pay tribute at the memorial honouring their courage before continuing to your hotel in Kalambaka for a delicious dinner crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients.

The Pinnacles of Meteora

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Divani Meteora, Kalambaka

With your Local Specialist, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora, meaning 'suspended in the air'. The massive pinnacles of smooth rock are ancient, yet could also be the setting for a science-fiction tale. Visit one of the monasteries, that adds to the strange and beautiful landscape and enjoy stunning views over the Peneios Valley. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Why not explore with a relaxed walk on the nature trails? Alternatively, you may wish to visit the Natural History Museum.

The Sacred Way and onto Olympia

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Olympion Asty

Travel south, stopping at the foothills of Mount Parnassus. Ascend the Sacred Way of Delphi with your Local Specialist. Pass the Parian marble Treasury of the Athenians and Polygonal Wall, with its interlocking stones still perfectly intact after thousands of years. You'll approach the Temple of Apollo, where for 14 centuries the mysterious Oracle of Delphi breathed her enigmatic ‘words,' rumoured to have successfully predicted events related to the Argonauts' expedition and the Trojan War. Your travels continue to Olympia, where dinner will be served at your hotel.

Ancient Olympia

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Olympion Asty

It's all in the name. Ancient Olympia is the site where the Ancient Olympic Games began in 776 B.C., in dedication to Zeus. See the ruined Temple of Zeus that was built to honour the ruler of the gods. Continue your exploration through time to the athletes gymnasium and the Ancient Stadium of Olympia with its characteristic arch. The start and finish points for the sprint track are still marked by stones and there is time to capture your own memory, with a photo at the starting line. In the evening, join a local chef who will share with you their passion for local ingredients and high-quality products with an entertaining and immersive cooking demonstration, showcasing classic Greek cuisine. Experience authentic Greek regional flavours, as you savour dishes prepared for your dinner.

Mycenae and Nafplio

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre.

Today you leave the town of Olympia and begin your journey back to the Greek capital. Stop for a visit at the ruined city of Mycenae with a Local Specialist. Walk through the Lion Gate, visit the royal beehive-tombs and see the giant Cyclopean stones, used to build the city walls. Travel to the elegant town of Nafplio known for its beautiful architecture, colourful shops and vibrant cafes. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet Maria and her daughter to learn about the ancient techniques of hand weaving. Your journey continues, following the shores of the Saronic Gulf to pass the Corinth Canal, dividing the Peloponnese and mainland Greece, before arriving in Athens. In the evening, enjoy a hearty dinner in true Greek style with good company.

Depart Athens

Day 7

Duration: 1

This morning after breakfast, your Grecian odyssey comes to an end. Take a complimentary transfer to Athens Airport for your onward journey.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2027-10-31

End Date: 2027-11-06

twin

Child Price: 3945

Adult Price: 4475

triple

Child Price: 3695

Adult Price: 4225

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5435

Start Date: 2027-11-14

End Date: 2027-11-20

twin

Child Price: 3945

Adult Price: 4475

triple

Child Price: 3695

Adult Price: 4225

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5435

Start Date: 2027-11-28

End Date: 2027-12-04

twin

Child Price: 3945

Adult Price: 4475

triple

Child Price: 3695

Adult Price: 4225

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5435

Start Date: 2027-12-12

End Date: 2027-12-18

twin

Child Price: 3945

Adult Price: 4475

triple

Child Price: 3695

Adult Price: 4225

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5435

Start Date: 2027-12-26

End Date: 2028-01-01

twin

Child Price: 4065

Adult Price: 4595

triple

Child Price: 3815

Adult Price: 4345

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5625

Start Date: 2028-01-09

End Date: 2028-01-15

twin

Child Price: 3620

Adult Price: 4150

triple

Child Price: 3370

Adult Price: 3900

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5040

Start Date: 2028-01-23

End Date: 2028-01-29

twin

Child Price: 3620

Adult Price: 4150

triple

Child Price: 3370

Adult Price: 3900

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5040

Start Date: 2028-02-06

End Date: 2028-02-12

twin

Child Price: 3620

Adult Price: 4150

triple

Child Price: 3370

Adult Price: 3900

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5040

Start Date: 2028-02-20

End Date: 2028-02-26

twin

Child Price: 3620

Adult Price: 4150

triple

Child Price: 3370

Adult Price: 3900

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5040

Start Date: 2028-03-05

End Date: 2028-03-11

twin

Child Price: 3945

Adult Price: 4475

triple

Child Price: 3695

Adult Price: 4225

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5435

Start Date: 2028-03-19

End Date: 2028-03-25

twin

Child Price: 3945

Adult Price: 4475

triple

Child Price: 3695

Adult Price: 4225

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 5435

Glories of Greece

Tour Advisors

Itinerary

Dates & prices