Tour Description

Independent City Stay with 3Day Delphi and Meteora Coach Tour
6 Days ex Athens
Departs: Monday / Friday / Sunday

Discover the wonders of Greece with the Athens City Stay and 3D Delphi & Meteora Tour, a captivating journey through history and stunning landscapes. Begin in Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization, with a guided tour of iconic sites, including the majestic Acropolis and the state-of-the-art Acropolis Museum.

Continue to Delphi, a revered center of ancient prophecy and wisdom. Wander through its remarkable archaeological site, home to the Temple of Apollo, and delve into the enigmatic legends of the Oracle.

The adventure concludes in Meteora, a mesmerizing destination where centuries-old monasteries are perched atop dramatic rock formations. These UNESCO World Heritage Sites offer a breathtaking fusion of spiritual heritage and natural beauty, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

Highlights:

See the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held
Pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colourful uniform
Explore the Acropolis, the Parthenon and the new Acropolis Museum
Experience the mysticism of Delphi home of the Oracle, consulted by Alexander the Great
Discover Meteora, where breathtaking landscapes are dominated by ancient monasteries perched atop massive rocks

Itinerary
Accommodation
Important Information

Day 1: Athens

Welcome to Greece. On arrival into Athens you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel where accommodation is reserved for two nights. Time at leisure to discover Athens!

Redolent with history and mythology, Athens is a vibrant city, enlivened by bustling outdoor cafes, pedestrian streets that wind through the city’s ancient sites and its fair share of urban eccentrics, a city full of contrasts.

Day 2: Athens – Half Day Sightseeing

This morning you will be collected from your hotel for your half-day coach tour of Athens and new Acropolis Museum.

This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Your expert guide will reveal to you the secrets of the Acropolis & the Parthenon, the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and the Kallimarmaro Stadium, built of marble for the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. Experience the ancient wonders and explore the birthplace of democracy. Twist and turn through the Plaka’s narrow streets and find ancient sites, cafes and shops full of history and character. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight Athens.
Note: Due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of the new Acropolis Museum the order of the program can be changed. Entrance fees included. This tour does not operate during Greek National Holidays.

Day 3: Athens – Delphi (BD)

This morning you will be collected from your hotel (or from a nearby hotel pickup point) for a three day tour of some of Greece’s wonderful classical sights. Prehistory, the Classical period, Roman domination, the Byzantine Empire, the Crusades and Modern times.

Leave Athens for Delphi. Travel via Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Arrive in Delphi, nestled in the mountains of Parnassus with unforgettable views across acres of olive trees as far as the Gulf of Corinth. Delphi was the site of the famous Oracle whose advice was sought by states and individuals. Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios (including the Treasury of the Athenians and Temple of Apollo), and the Museum. This afternoon is at leisure. You may like to further explore this area on your own. Dinner and overnight in Delphi.

Day 4: Delphi – Kalambaka (BD)

This morning is at leisure to enjoy more of Delphi’s breathtaking mountain views. This afternoon leave Delphi for an interesting trip through Central Greece and the town of Lamia to Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing complex of the gigantic stone pillars of Meteora. Dinner and overnight Kalambaka.

Day 5: Kalambaka – Athens (B)

After breakfast, explore Meteora, where breathtaking landscapes are dominated by ancient monasteries perched atop massive rocks that appear to defy gravity. Here, you can admire stunning examples of Byzantine art. On your way back to Athens, pass through Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae, making a brief stop to view Leonidas’s Monument across the road. You’ll arrive in Athens in the early evening (approx. 7.00pm). Overnight Athens.

Day 6: Athens (B)

This morning you will be transferred by private vehicle to Athens Airport for your onward flight.

TOUR INCLUSIONS:

Hotel accommodation with private facilities
Breakfast daily, dinner in Delphi and Kalambaka
Arrival and departure transfers in Athens on a private basis (Airport/Hotel/Airport)
Group Coach Tours with professional bilingual guides as follows:
- Half day Athens sightseeing including the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
- 3 Day/2 Night Delphi & Meteora Tour (departs every Tue, Wed, Sun) – includes 1N Delphi and 1N Kalambaka
Entrance fees to sites
Greece Travel Notes – issued by Innovative Travel

TOUR EXCLUSIONS:

International airfares
Government Climate Crisis Resilience Tax – to be paid directly to the hotel on check-out (ranges from EUR3-EUR10 – rates subject to change without notice)
Optional tours and excursions
Meals/Drinks other than those mentioned in inclusions above
Porterage
Tipping/Gratuities (please refer to tour notes for a recommended guideline)
Personal Expenses
Departure taxes
Hotel charges for minibar or any extra charges
Visas (unless specified)
Any other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions above

Accommodation based on the following (or similar) – Superior Tourist Class

Hotels are indicative and subject to availability at the time of booking. If hotels indicated are not available at the time of request, alternatives will be offered and supplements may apply.

Athens

President Hotel

Delphi

Amalia Delphi Hotel

Kalambaka

Amalia Kalambaka Hotel

Climate Resilience Tax
The Greek government have established a climate resilience tax for all tourists staying in any kind of Hotel, Apartment, Villa, etc. in any destination in Greece. This tax is applied locally and is payable directly by guests at check-in. The tax is a fixed Euro amount and ranges from EUR3 to EUR10 per room per night, depending on the hotel category.

Athens Sightseeing and Mainland Greece Coach Tours
Scheduled tours and sightseeing are bilingual unless specified. Wifi may be available on full day tours to Delphi, Argolis and all multi day tours. Many sightseeing tours require a moderate amount of walking around historical / cultural sites therefore a good level of fitness will ensure you get a maximum enjoyment from your visit.

This tour includes walking on uneven ground. The sights visited at parts include uphill walking on unpaved ground. Keep in mind that all ancient sites have unpaved paths.

Double Beds
Please note a double bedded room can be requested but cannot be guaranteed. In Greece double rooms are very limited.

Transfers
Transfers are supplied by drivers and are not guided. Some drivers may only have a basic command of English.

Enquire About This Itinerary

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Priced From:

$ 2355pp ^*