Tour overview:

One of the oldest cities in the world, Athens is an open air museum, home to some of the most historical monuments in the world. Take a city tour to see the Acropolis and other landmarks of this fascinating city. Visit the Corinth Canal while crossing the mountains of the Peloponnese. Arrive in beautiful Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympics. Explore Delphi, once the most sacred place on Earth and visit the renowned sanctuary of Apollo. Enjoy the stunning islands of Mykonos and Santorini, known for their pristine beaches and breathtaking views, to cap off your Greek sojourn.

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Day 1 - Arrive Athens

Arrival at the Athens airport, welcome assistance and transfer to your hotel in Athens.

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Day 2 - City tour / Athens

A morning panoramic tour will take you around to the most important monuments and landmarks of the city including: Panathinaikon stadium, Zappeion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Syntagma square, Parliament, tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann's house, Academy, University, National Library, and old Parliament. You will then visit the Acropolis, including the Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion; and the Acropolis Museum where findings from the area, like the Caryatides, have found their home. Afternoon at leisure to explore Plaka, and the historical center at your own pace. (B)

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Day 3 - Corinth canal, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Mycenae / Olympia

Today you will depart on a tour, heading first towards the Peloponnese. You will admire the impressive Corinth canal, and visit Epidaurus, the most important healing center in antiquity and today famous for the best-preserved ancient theater with the unique acoustics. You will then pass by Nafplio, and continue with visiting Mycenae, «rich in gold» as Homer mentions, with the Cyclopean walls, and the tomb of Agamemnon with the famous Lion’s Gate. The day will conclude in Olympia for overnight. (BD)

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Day 4 - Olympia / Delphi

Built on the banks of the River Alfios, Olympia is beautiful, green, and placid. We will enjoy a tour through the remains of the Ancient Olympia Complex (home of the original Olympic Games), including the Temple of Zeus, the Palaestra, and Phidias’s Workshop; and visit the local museum, with the impressive statue of Hermes of Praxitelis. In the afternoon, you continue your journey, to central Greece, driving over the impressive Rio-Antirio bridge, to Delphi for overnight. (B,D)

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Day 5 - Delphi / Athens

Built on the slopes of mount Parnassos overlooking the vast olive groves and the Corinthian gulf, Delphi used to be the most sacred spot in the world and a pilgrimage center for many centuries in antiquity. You will admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, walk the Sacred way, see the temple of Apollo, home of Pythia (the oracle), and visit the local museum with the famous bronze statue of the Charioteer, before continuing your drive back to Athens for overnight.(B)

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Day 6 - Piraeus – Mykonos / Mykonos

Morning transfer to the port of Piraeus to catch the local ferry to Mykonos. Arrival in Mykonos, transfer to your hotel, and rest of the day at leisure.(B)

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Day 7 - At leisure / Mykonos

At leisure to explore the famous island, a meeting point of the international “jet set”. Discover its amazing beaches, and enjoy the unique night-life.(B)

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Day 8 - Mykonos – Santorini / Santorini

Transfer to the port of Mykonos in time to catch the local ferry to Santorini. Arrival in Santorini, transfer to your hotel and rest of the day at leisure.(B)

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Day 9 - At leisure / Santorini

At leisure to explore the magical island of Santorini. Discover Fira & Oia with the breathtaking views to the volcano, and enjoy one of the best sunsets in the Aegean. Explore the unique black-sanded beaches or take a boat tour to the islands of the caldera. (B)

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Day 10 - Departure

At the indicated time, transfer to the local airport for your departure flight.(B)

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