Tour Description

An in-depth Greece trip for history buffs and lovers of Greek food and culture. You’ll enjoy traditional dinner and dancing on an olive farm, travel to the enchanting island of Corfu and explore ancient sights like Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi.

Priced From:

$ 6430pp ^*

From: 2026-04-05

To: 2026-09-27

Start Location: Athens, Greece

End Location: Athens, Greece

Trip Type: Country Explorer

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Welcome to Athens

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre

Venture back to a time when great philosophers roamed the halls of the Agora and gods competed for mythical supremacy. Your journey delving into the treasures of Greece begins in its vibrant capital, which you will have an opportunity to explore after being transferred to your hotel. Kick off your in-depth discovery of what was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' this evening, when you meet your Travel Director and travel companions for a Light Meal.

Journey to Epidaurus and Nafplion

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Amalia Nafplio

We journey to a land of legends this morning. Our leisurely drive takes us to the scenic northeast Peloponnese and past the impressive Corinth Canal, which straddles two gulfs. Our first stop is the ancient theatre of Epidaurus and the Sanctuary of Asclepius, God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. Take to the stage and hear first-hand the magnificent acoustics that would entertain over 14,000 spectators, then spend the rest of the day exploring the Venetian-inspired seaport of Nafplion. Amble past its Neoclassical mansions or enjoy a traditional meal against the scenic backdrop of the bay.

A Day Exploring Mycenae Dive Into Culture

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Amalia Nafplio

We continue our journey inland and join a Local Specialist for a guided visit of Mycenae, its ruins remain as a testament of what was once an important palatial centre of the late Bronze Age in Greece. Stroll through the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Royal Palace, before seeing the tomb of this fearless Greek leader who commanded the Greeks in their battles against Trojan forces. This afternoon, we Dive Into Culture and sample delicious local vintages, gaining insights into wine production in the Nemea region. We'll have free time to stroll through the seaside retreat of Nafplion, perhaps with a delicious Greek ice cream in hand.

Onwards to Ancient Olympia Connect with Locals

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Olympic Village

Crossing the Peloponnese, we head towards the famous village of Olympia, where sacrifices were once made to the gods, and athletes competed for supremacy in the ancient Olympic Games. Visit the ruins of temples, the museum and the stadium, with our Local Specialist, imagining agile runners racing in honour of Zeus. This evening, we Connect With Locals joining the Karabelas family on their olive and wine farm for a traditional Be My Guest experience including dinner and dancing.

Off to Nikopolis and Sail to Corfu

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Cavalieri

We leave the Peninsula and return to mainland Greece, continuing north past Amphilochia and Preveza, before arriving in Nikopolis to see where the Battle of Actium took place. Boarding a ferry, we cross to the beautiful island of Corfu where we have some time at leisure to admire its splendid architecture, arcades and Spianada, one of the largest and most impressive squares in Greece.

A Day to Discover Amazing Corfu

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Cavalieri

Begin your day with an orientation tour of the island, followed by a visit to the Venetian Castle and the Monastery of Palaiokastritsa. Later, we stop at the Phaeacian-styled Achilleion Palace, built by Elizabeth 'Sissi' Empress of Austria and Hungary, who so admired Greece and its culture that she decided to build an enchanting summer retreat here. Stroll through its Imperial Gardens and enjoy magnificent views of the lush valley and glistening Ionian Sea beyond before returning to your hotel for an evening on your own terms.

Continue on to Lakeside Ioannina

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Du Lac

We bid farewell to island living on Corfu and sail back to the mainland, continuing to the lively lakeside city of Ioannina, where we spend the rest of the day at leisure. Stroll along the tranquil lakeshore and through the Old Town to admire its Ottoman and Byzantine treasures, including the imposing castle that overlooks Lake Pamvotis.

Journey to Meteora

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Amalia Kalambaka

Start your day with the rich, smoky flavours of Metsovone cheese before heading to Kalambaka. Here, you’ll visit the UNESCO-listed Meteora rock formations, where your Local Specialist shares the history of these towering pillars and the monasteries that have stood atop them for centuries. This evening, choose an Optional Experience to Trikala, a town steeped in history and legend. Walk along the riverside before settling in for a Greek family-style dinner, where delicious local dishes and free-flowing wine promise a night to remember.

Admire Thermopylae, Delphi and on to Galaxidi

Day 9

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Nostos

Traversing the peaks of Parnassos and Giona, we stop in Thermopylae, the mythical entrance to Hades and the site where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans fought bravely against the invading Persians. Join a Local Specialist for a guided visit to Delphi, the seat of the most important oracle in the classical world. Walk the Sacred Way to the 4th-century Temple of Apollo and ramble through what remains of this ancient sanctuary, once the site of the Pythian Games, a precursor of the modern Olympics. Continue on to a family-ran honey farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Taste the rich thyme honey freshly collected from the hive and come up close to the unique biodiversity of the area. The seaside village of Galaxidi is our final stop for the day.

Return to Athens

Day 10

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre

We return to cosmopolitan Athens for a day of delving into antiquity, coming face-to-face with the treasures of Ancient Greece. We ascend to the Acropolis and join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour with magnificent views of Athena's Parthenon, the Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus. See Hadrian's Arch, built to celebrate the arrival of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, and view the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. On our final evening together, we join our fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the millennia and miles explored together on this epic voyage of discovery.

Farewell Athens

Day 11

Duration: 1

Accommodation: El Greco, Santorini Palace, Kallisti

We bid farewell to Athens and newfound friends as we prepare to depart Greece.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2026-04-05

End Date: 2026-04-15

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-04-19

End Date: 2026-04-29

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-05-03

End Date: 2026-05-13

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-05-17

End Date: 2026-05-27

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-05-31

End Date: 2026-06-10

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-06-21

End Date: 2026-07-01

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-07-05

End Date: 2026-07-15

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-07-19

End Date: 2026-07-29

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-08-09

End Date: 2026-08-19

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-08-23

End Date: 2026-09-02

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-09-06

End Date: 2026-09-16

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-09-20

End Date: 2026-09-30

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

Start Date: 2026-09-27

End Date: 2026-10-07

twin

Child Price: 6350

Adult Price: 7050

triple

Child Price: 5730

Adult Price: 6430

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8510

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