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Grecian Fables (Idyllic, Premium Cruise)

15 days
Start and end in Athens
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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 - 40
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Athens

    Athens
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Divani Palace Acropolis, New, Athens, Athens Marriott)
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Athens - Thermopylae - Kalambaka

    Athens - Thermopylae - Kalambaka
    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Divani Meteora, Kalambaka)

    Included Activities

    • Insight Choice experience: either visit Athens ancient sites with Local Expert (Temple of Olympian Zeus, Arch of Hadrian, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion) or explore Plaka neighbourhood with Travel Director
    • View monument to King Leonidas at Thermopylae
    • Travel Director orientation of Kalambaka
    Landmarks
    Temple of Olympian Zeus
    Arch of Hadrian
    Acropolis
    Parthenon
    Temple of Athena Nike
    Erechtheion
    Plaka
    Monument to King Leonidas
  4. Day 3

    Kalambaka

    Kalambaka
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora with Local Expert
    • Visit one of the monasteries of Meteora

    Optional Activities

    • Relaxed walk on nature trails
    • Visit Natural History Museum
    Landmarks
    Meteora
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 4

    Kalambaka - Delphi - Olympia

    Kalambaka - Delphi - Olympia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Amalia Olympia, Arty Grand Hotel, Olympia.)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Delphi with Local Expert following the Sacred Way
    • View Treasury of the Athenians
    • View Polygonal Wall
    • Visit Temple of Apollo
    Landmarks
    Mount Parnassus
    Delphi
    Treasury of the Athenians
    Polygonal Wall
    Temple of Apollo
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  6. Day 5

    Olympia

    Olympia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner featuring unique Greek flavours and regional specialities prepared during cooking demonstration)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Arty Grand Hotel, Olympia., Amalia Olympia)

    Included Activities

    • Visit ruined Temple of Zeus
    • Explore athletes gymnasium
    • Visit Ancient Stadium of Olympia
    • Photo opportunity at sprint track starting line
    • Cooking demonstration with local chef showcasing classic Greek cuisine
    Landmarks
    Temple of Zeus
    Ancient Stadium of Olympia
    Archaeological Site of Olympia
  7. Day 6

    Olympia - Mycenae - Nafplio - Athens

    Olympia - Mycenae - Nafplio - Athens
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Hearty dinner in true Greek style at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Divani Palace Acropolis, New, Athens, Athens Marriott)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Mycenae with Local Expert through Lion Gate
    • Visit royal beehive-tombs at Mycenae
    • View Cyclopean walls at Mycenae
    • Travel Director orientation of Nafplio
    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience: meet master weaver Maria Gonidou and daughter Nefeli at boutique studio
    • Learn traditional Greek weaving techniques and view live demonstration on ancient looms
    • View Corinth Canal
    Landmarks
    Mycenae
    Lion Gate
    Nafplio
    Corinth Canal
  8. Day 7

    Athens to Kusadasi (Sailing)

    Athens to Kusadasi (Sailing)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Exquisite Mediterranean dishes and flavours from around the world), Dinner (Exquisite Mediterranean dishes and flavours from around the world)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).)

    Included Activities

    • Board cruise ship and sail to Kusadasi
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 8

    Kusadasi

    Kusadasi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Kusadasi Turkish port
    • Walk through Ephesus with Local Expert following the Arcadian Way
    • View Library of Celsus
    • Visit amphitheatre at Ephesus
    • Visit House of the Virgin Mary
    Landmarks
    Kusadasi
    Ephesus
    Library of Celsus
    House of the Virgin Mary
  10. Day 9

    Rhodes

    Rhodes
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experience to Philerimos hill with Local Expert: explore medieval monastery, mosaic-lined Golgotha path, and 15th-century Church of St George Hostos
    • Optional Experience to ancient town of Lindos: ascend Acropolis, view Doric Temple of Athena Lindia, enjoy views over St. Paul's Bay
    Landmarks
    Rhodes Old Town
    Philerimos
    Church of St George Hostos
    Lindos
    Acropolis of Lindos
    Doric Temple of Athena Lindia
    St. Paul's Bay
  11. Day 10

    Crete

    Crete
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).)

    Included Activities

    • Visit capital city of Heraklion
    • Explore King Minos' Palace in Knossos
    • View frescoes restored at Palace of Knossos
    • Tour scenes of processions, animals and ceremonial figures at Palace of Knossos
    Landmarks
    Crete
    Heraklion
    Palace of Knossos
  12. Day 11

    Santorini

    Santorini
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).)

    Included Activities

    • Explore capital of Thira with clifftop restaurants and cafes

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experience to village of Oia: explore whitewashed houses, blue domes, and enjoy sunset views
    Landmarks
    Santorini
    Thira
    Oia
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 12

    Mykonos

    Mykonos
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Mykonos at leisure
    • Experience Mykonos nightlife
    Landmarks
    Mykonos
  14. Day 13

    Milos

    Milos
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore capital of Plaka
    • Soak up the sun on Sarakiniko Beach
    Landmarks
    Milos
    Plaka
    Sarakiniko Beach
    Itinerary Image 1
  15. Day 14

    Athens

    Athens
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Divani Palace Acropolis, New, Athens, Athens Marriott)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Experience to Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
    Landmarks
    Temple of Poseidon
    Cape Sounion
  16. Day 15

    Athens (Departure)

    Athens (Departure)

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    We enjoyed our tour very much. We had two excellent guides, Hara (land) and David (cruise). Both knew their stuff,...
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    Your comments relating to the Grecian Fables trip were great to read. At Insight Vacations, we love connecting worlds, and one of the best ways to do that is through our passionate Coach Drivers, Travel Directors and tailored itineraries. With that in mind, we are delighted to read that you enjoyed our hand-picked destinations and activities and also, we are elated that you were able to see so many great Greek sights.
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