Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
Your driver will be waiting at the airport to take you to your hotel. After the journey, you'll have time to settle in and rest up before your tour begins.
- Start point
- Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Αθηνών Ελευθέριος Βενιζέλος, Αττική Οδός, Spata-Loutsa, Attica, Greece (Our driver will wait for you at the airport holding a sign with your name on it, 00:00 - 23:55)
- Day 2
Athens to Nafplio
Leave the hotel early and head south toward Peloponnese along the coast. You'll stop at the Canal of Corinth, then explore Ancient Corinth and Kechrias Port where Apostle Paul landed. After that, you'll board the cog railway through Vouraikos Canyon. Later in the day, you'll visit the Cave of the Lakes, which has 13 colored lakes and a hanging bridge to cross.
Included Activities
- Visit Canal of Corinth
- Explore Ancient Corinth and Ancient Market
- Visit Bema of Apostle Paul
- Cog Railway (Odontotos) ride through Vouraikos Canyon
- Visit Cave of the Lakes
Landmarks Canal of Corinth Ancient Corinth Kechrias Port Vouraikos Canyon Cave of the Lakes 
- Day 3
Nafplio to Dimitsana
Following breakfast, you'll walk around Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece, and check out the Castle with its 999 steps for views of the area. If you prefer, take a taxi boat to Bourtzi island instead. Then you'll travel to Ancient Mycenae to see the Gate of Lions and the tomb of King Atreus. Before heading to the village of Dimitsana, you'll visit the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Nafplio town
- Visit Ancient Mycenae and Gate of Lions
- Visit Atreus King Tomb
- Visit Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
- Walk through historic Dimitsana village streets
Optional Activities
- Walk along Nafplio coast
- Climb Castle of the Town (999 steps)
- Taxi boat to island of Bourtzi
- Visit library and folk museum in Dimitsana
- Visit open air water-power museum in Dimitsana
Landmarks Nafplio Castle of Nafplio Bourtzi Ancient Mycenae Gate of Lions Atreus King Tomb Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus Dimitsana Church of Agia Kyriaki 
- Day 4
Dimitsana to Monemvasia
After breakfast, drive 20 minutes to start a walking path toward the Monastery of Agios Ioannis Prodromos. The walk takes about 20 to 30 minutes and offers nice views of the Lousios River. You'll continue hiking through the gorge to reach the Monastery of Philosophes, one of Greece's oldest. Later, you'll head to Monemvasia, a stone-built Byzantine fortress town located on a large rock by the sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk to Monastery of Agios Ioannis Prodromos
- Hike through Lousios Gorge
- Visit Monastery of Philosophes
Optional Activities
- Dine at fine restaurant on roof of tower house in Monemvasia
Landmarks Monastery of Agios Ioannis Prodromos Lousios Gorge Monastery of Philosophes Monemvasia 
- Day 5
Monemvasia to Sparta
Once you leave Monemvasia after breakfast, you'll visit Mystras, a Byzantine town nearby. Explore both the upper and lower sections, seeing the Palace of the Despots, various houses, the Cathedral of Saint Dimitrios, and monasteries. Then you'll stop at the Museum of Olive Oil of Sparta to learn about how olive oil is produced and its importance to Greece.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Byzantine town of Mystras
- Explore Upper and Lower Town of Mystras
- Visit Palace of the Despots
- Visit Cathedral of Saint Dimitrios
- Visit Monastery of Our Lady Pantanassa
- Visit Monastery of Our Lady Perivleptos
- Visit Museum of Olive Oil of Sparta
Landmarks Mystras Palace of the Despots Cathedral of Saint Dimitrios Monastery of Our Lady Pantanassa Monastery of Our Lady Perivleptos Museum of Olive Oil of Sparta - Day 6
Sparta to Pylos
Leave Sparta and travel to Areopolis and Diros to explore subterranean caves that are part of an underground river system. You'll take small boats through about 5,000 meters of passages, passing stalagmites and stalactites. These caves were used for worship in ancient times and were thought to lead to the underworld. After, you'll continue on to Pylos.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Diros underground caves
- Boat ride through underground river passages
Optional Activities
- Visit Castle of Methoni
- Visit Castle of Navarrino
Landmarks Areopolis Diros Caves Pylos Castle of Methoni Castle of Navarrino 
- Day 7
Pylos to Olympia
Your driver will pick you up at 08:30 to reach Ancient Messene, a major archaeological site in the Messenian valley built in the 4th century B.C. You'll continue to Vassae at 1,130 meters elevation to see the Temple of Apollo Epikurios, designed by a famous architect and Greece's first UNESCO World Heritage Site from 1986. The day ends at Ancient Olympia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ancient Messene UNESCO site
- Visit Temple of Apollo Epikurios at Vassae
Landmarks Ancient Messene Vassae Temple of Apollo Epikurios 
- Day 8
Olympia to Ioannina
You'll spend the day at Ancient Olympia, where the first Olympic Games took place in 776 B.C. Walk through the lush valley formed by the Alfios River and see the Temple of Zeus, which once held one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world. Check out the Treasury houses, Gymnasium, Palestra, and the stadium with its original marble starting blocks. Later, head out for Ioannina, a multicultural city with Christian, Islamic, and Jewish influences.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ancient Olympia archaeological site
- Visit Temple of Zeus
- View Treasury houses
- Visit Gymnasium and Palestra
- View Olympic Stadium with marble starting blocks
Landmarks Ancient Olympia Temple of Zeus Olympic Stadium Ioannina Stoa Louli House of Matei Hussein Ottoman Mosque of Veli Pasha Ioannina Castle Lake Pamvotida Perama Caves 
- Day 9
Ioannina to Thessaloniki
After leaving Ioannina, stop in Metsovo, a traditional village on the Pindos mountains at 1,160 meters. Walk the narrow streets and find hand-made local products. Then travel to Vergina to explore the Museum with royal tombs of Macedonia and treasures from King Phillip II. Visit Veria to see Saint Paul's Bema and the old Jewish neighborhood. You'll end the day in Thessaloniki.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk through traditional village of Metsovo
- Visit Museum at Vergina with royal tombs of Macedonia
- View tomb findings of King Phillip II
- Visit Veria (Biblical Beroea)
- Visit Saint Paul's Bema in Veria
Optional Activities
- Purchase hand-made products in Metsovo
- Stroll through old Jewish neighborhood in Veria
- Explore colorful market area in Veria
Landmarks Metsovo Vergina Museum of Vergina Veria Saint Paul's Bema Thessaloniki - Day 10
Thessaloniki
After breakfast, head to Pella, where Alexander the Great was born. See 4th century B.C. floor mosaics from villas both on site and in the new Museum. Stop in Edessa to see the town's famous waterfalls. Continue to Naoussa to visit Aristotle's School, where the philosopher taught Alexander the Great and other Macedonian youth.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pella, capital of Alexander the Great
- View floor mosaics of 4th century B.C. villas
- Visit Pella Museum
- Visit Edessa and view waterfalls
- Visit Aristotle's School in Naoussa
Landmarks Pella Pella Museum Edessa Edessa Waterfalls Naoussa Aristotle's School 
- Day 11
Thessaloniki to Meteora
Leave Thessaloniki and head to the Archaeological Park of Dion at the foot of Mount Olympus, the sacred city of Macedonians. Then travel to Meteora to start exploring the monasteries perched on giant rock formations. Visit the Holy Monastery of Great Meteoro, the largest and oldest monastery built on a massive rock. Also tour the Monastery of St. Stephan, a small 16th-century church decorated in 1545.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Archaeological Park of Dion
- Visit Holy Monastery of Great Meteoro
- Visit Monastery of St. Stephan
Landmarks Archaeological Park of Dion Mount Olympus Meteora Holy Monastery of Great Meteoro Monastery of St. Stephan 
- Day 12
Meteora to Delphi
Leave Meteora and head to Lake Plastira in Karditsa, an artificial lake surrounded by picturesque villages, fir forests, and the Agrafa mountain range. Take photographs, taste local wines and food, and explore the old Panagia Pelekiti monastery with its two churches built in 1640. Later, travel to Delphi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Lake Plastira
- Explore old monastery of Panagia Pelekiti
Optional Activities
- Taste authentic local flavors and wines at Lake Plastira
Landmarks Lake Plastira Panagia Pelekiti Monastery Agrafa Mountain Delphi 
- Day 13
Delphi to Athens
Start at Delphi's Oracle, Stadium, and Ancient Theatre, which could hold over 5,000 people. Check out the Museum of Delphi to see the famous Charioteer bronze statue. Stop in the winter resort town of Arachova for coffee or lunch, trying traditional cheese and hand-made products. Pass through Boeotia and Thebes, visiting the Archaeological Museum of Thebes to see rare collections, the Mycenaean Palace and Tombs. Return to Athens by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Oracle at Delphi
- Visit Delphi Stadium
- Visit Ancient Theatre at Delphi
- Visit Museum of Delphi
- Visit Archaeological Museum of Thebes
- View Mycenaean Palace
- View Mycenaean Tombs
Optional Activities
- Visit winter resort town of Arachova
- Taste traditional Arachova cheese and formaela
- Purchase hand-made local products in Arachova
- Coffee or lunch in Arachova
Landmarks Oracle at Delphi Delphi Stadium Ancient Theatre of Delphi Museum of Delphi Charioteer Arachova Plain of Boeotia Thebes Archaeological Museum of Thebes Mycenaean Palace - Day 14
Athens
Your driver will pick you up for a full day exploring Athens. Visit the Acropolis and see the Parthenon, dedicated to Athena. Explore the Museum of Acropolis with a guide to learn about artifacts and sculptures. Continue with a tour of landmarks like the Panathenaic Stadium, Zappeion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Later, wander through the Plaka neighborhood or head back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Acropolis and Parthenon
- Guided tour of Museum of Acropolis
- Panoramic city tour with private driver
Optional Activities
- Explore vibrant Plaka neighborhood
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Museum of Acropolis Panathenaic Stadium Zappeion Temple of Olympian Zeus Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Plaka - Day 15
Athens to Saronic Islands Cruise
Your driver will take you to Piraeus Port to board a boat cruise through the Saronic Islands. First, reach Hydra after 1 hour 55 minutes to explore cobblestone alleys and traditional donkeys. Next, visit Poros after 50 minutes to see pine trees and natural beauty. Finally, stop at Aegina, known for pistachios and the Temple of Afaia. You'll have time for Greek coffee and pistachio sweets, with optional tours available. Return to your hotel by boat transfer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet lunch on board)
Included Activities
- Boat cruise to Hydra
- Boat cruise to Poros
- Boat cruise to Aegina
- Buffet lunch on board
Optional Activities
- Participate in historical tour of Aegina
- Discover hidden treasures on Aegina
- Enjoy coffee and pistachio sweets at port
Landmarks Piraeus Port Hydra Poros Aegina Temple of Afaia - Day 16
Athens
Your driver will pick you up to visit the National Archaeological Museum, the largest museum in Greece with more than 20,000 exhibits. The collections show Greek civilization from Prehistory to Late Antiquity. The museum was created in the 19th century to preserve excavation finds from Athens and gradually became the central museum with discoveries from all over Greece.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit National Archaeological Museum
Landmarks National Archaeological Museum - Day 17
Athens to Airport
Your driver will meet you at the hotel to transfer you to the airport for your flight. You'll depart according to your flight schedule.
- End point
- Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Αθηνών Ελευθέριος Βενιζέλος, Αττική Οδός, Spata-Loutsa, Attica, Greece (Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the airport, 00:00 - 23:55)
