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The Eastern Discovery (Athens - Small Groups, With Athens, 17 Days)

17 days
From Zagreb to Athens
4.3 (2 reviews)

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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 24
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zagreb

    Zagreb
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant with wine)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Dinner at local restaurant with wine
    Landmarks
    Stross Promenade
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Zagreb

    Zagreb
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Zagreb with Local Expert
    • Funicular ride to Gornji Grad (Upper Town)
    • Viewing of former Presidential Palace, Stone Gate, St. Mark's Church and Lotrščak Tower

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experience to Zagorje region to learn about local traditions and visit Marshall Tito's house
    Landmarks
    Mimara Art Museum
    Ban Josip Jelacic Square
    Stone Gate
    St. Mark's Church
    Lotrščak Tower
  3. Day 3

    Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes

    Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with wine)
    Landmarks
    Plitvice Lakes National Park
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Plitvice Lakes to Split

    Plitvice Lakes to Split
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Choice of guided tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park with walk along forest paths and 16 interconnecting lakes OR visit to National Park viewpoint and Tara Community Centre to learn about local folklore and handicrafts
    • Orientation to Trogir with Travel Director including cathedral and Renaissance Cipiko Palace
    • Travel to Split
    Landmarks
    Trogir Cathedral
    Cipiko Palace
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Split to Dubrovnik

    Split to Dubrovnik
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Diocletian's Palace cellars with Local Expert
    • Guided walk through Old Town Split including St. Duje's, Temple of Jupiter and Golden Gate
    • Travel along Dalmatian coast to Dubrovnik
    Landmarks
    Diocletian's Palace
    St. Duje's Cathedral
    Temple of Jupiter
    Golden Gate
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with grappa and locally produced wine enjoyed during bay cruise (weather permitting))

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking exploration of Dubrovnik Old Town with Local Expert
    • Views of Onofrio's Fountain, Old Jewish Quarter, synagogue, cathedral and Franciscan and Dominican monasteries
    • Optional evening cruise around Dubrovnik bay (weather permitting) with dinner including grappa and local wine
    Landmarks
    Onofrio's Fountain
    Old Jewish Quarter
    Dubrovnik Cathedral
    Franciscan Monastery
    Dominican Monastery
  7. Day 7

    Dubrovnik to Budva

    Dubrovnik to Budva
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Kotor Old Town (Stari Grad), UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Exploration of Budva's medieval old town
    • Viewing of 9th century Church of Santa Maria in Punta
    Landmarks
    Kotor Old Town (Stari Grad)
    Church of Santa Maria in Punta
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Budva to Tirana

    Budva to Tirana
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional dinner at local restaurant with wine)

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Tirana with Local Expert
    • Viewing of Ottoman, Italian and communist-era architecture and relics
    • Meet a local resident for walking tour through city
    • Traditional dinner at local restaurant with wine
    Landmarks
    Skanderbeg Square
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Tirana to Corfu

    Tirana to Corfu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Travel across Albania to Greece
    • Ferry sailing to Corfu
    Landmarks
    Corfu Island
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Corfu

    Corfu
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Exploration of Corfu Old Town
    • Beach relaxation
    • Optional cruise around the island
    Landmarks
    Corfu Old Town
  11. Day 11

    Corfu to Delphi

    Corfu to Delphi
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Delphi
    Landmarks
    Delphi
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Delphi to Athens

    Delphi to Athens
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Celebration Dinner in true Greek style at local restaurant with wine and good cheer)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk of the Sacred Way with Local Expert
    • Visit to Treasury of the Athenians
    • Viewing of Polygonal Wall
    • Visit to Temple of Apollo
    • Travel to Athens
    • Celebration Dinner at local restaurant in true Greek style with wine
    Landmarks
    Sacred Way of Delphi
    Treasury of the Athenians
    Polygonal Wall
    Temple of Apollo
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 13

    Athens to Mykonos (Cruise Embarkation)

    Athens to Mykonos (Cruise Embarkation)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Exquisite variety of Mediterranean dishes and flavours with wine), Dinner (Exquisite variety of Mediterranean dishes and flavours with wine)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise embarkation in Athens
    • Sailing to Mykonos
    • Exploration of Mykonos Old Town
    • All meals and beverages onboard cruise
    Landmarks
    Mykonos Island
    Itinerary Image 1
  14. Day 14

    Kusadasi and Patmos (Cruise)

    Kusadasi and Patmos (Cruise)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Exquisite variety of Mediterranean dishes and flavours with wine), Dinner (Exquisite variety of Mediterranean dishes and flavours with wine)

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Ephesus UNESCO World Heritage Site with Local Expert
    • Walk along Arcadian Way
    • Viewing of Library of Celsus
    • Viewing of Amphitheatre
    • Visit to House of the Virgin Mary
    • Sailing to Patmos
    • Visit to Patmos island
    • Sailing to Crete
    • All meals and beverages onboard cruise
    Landmarks
    Ephesus
    Library of Celsus
    House of the Virgin Mary
    Patmos Island
  15. Day 15

    Crete and Santorini (Cruise)

    Crete and Santorini (Cruise)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Exquisite variety of Mediterranean dishes and flavours with wine), Dinner (Exquisite variety of Mediterranean dishes and flavours with wine)

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Palace of Knossos with Local Expert
    • Exploration of Knossos palace ruins
    • Sailing to Santorini
    • Visit to Thira, capital of Santorini
    • Viewing of clifftop restaurants, cafes and sunset views
    • Sailing to Athens
    • All meals and beverages onboard cruise
    Landmarks
    Palace of Knossos
    Santorini Island
    Thira
    Itinerary Image 1
  16. Day 16

    Athens

    Athens
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Cruise disembarkation
    • Guided morning city sightseeing with Local Expert
    • Visit to Acropolis
    • Viewing of Parthenon
    • Viewing of Temple of Athena Nike (Temple of the Wingless Victory)
    • Viewing of Erechtheion with Porch of the Maidens
    • Viewing of Temple of Olympian Zeus
    • Viewing of Arch of Hadrian

    Optional Activities

    • Afternoon self-guided exploration of Athens
    Landmarks
    Acropolis
    Parthenon
    Temple of Athena Nike
    Erechtheion
    Porch of the Maidens
    Temple of Olympian Zeus
    Arch of Hadrian
  17. Day 17

    Athens Departure

    Athens Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.3
Overall rating based on 2 Reviews
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    5.0
  • Transport
    3.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    3.5
  • Food
    5.0
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  • Edda
    Edda5.0November 2019
    A thoughtfully complied itinerary that covered all the tastes sights and sounds of the Adriatic countries. Stephen...
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    Traveled in October 2019
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We are delighted to learn that your experience in Eastern Europe with Insight Vacations was a total success. We are even happier to hear that our staff’s knowledge and dedication shined throughout your time on the road. Furthermore, we are without a doubt happy to have hosted you and we look forward to sharing more amazing destinations with you in the near future.
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  • JenniferForbes3.5March 2019
    Insight Vacations excelled themselves with this itinerary. It is amazing how many countries you visit on this trip....
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    Traveled in July 2018
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    The Eastern Discovery is a wonderful way for our guests to get a real feel for Eastern Europe; therefore, we are very pleased that you have thoroughly enjoyed your trip. Also, we are very happy to hear that our staff put in a lot of effort to make your time on the road an insightful one. That being said, we are without a doubt happy to have hosted you and we truly look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing destinations.
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