Experience for yourself why Greece is the cradle of Western Civilisation. From the birthplace of Olympic Games to the monasteries of Meteora, this ancient land has boundless discoveries to be made. Come and embark on this journey through history.
Day 1 Athens - Mycenae - Olympia
An early departure from Athens takes you along the coastal road to the Corinth Canal. After a short stop, continue to the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, built in 300 BC and renowned for its incredible acoustics. Afterwards, you arrive at Mycenae, one of the earliest Greek civilisations, where you will visit an impressive archaeological site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Drive through the Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Magalopolis to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, where you will have dinner and overnight.
Stay at: Agamemnon Hotel (3 star), Victoria Hotel (2 star) or similar
Stay at: Amphitryon Hotel (5 star), Nafplia Palace (5 star), Grande Bretagne (4 star), Amalia Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Olympia - Delphi
Join a morning tour of Olympia during which you will visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian zeus, the ancient stadium, the spot where the torch of the modern Olympic Games is lit, and the Archaeological Museum. In the afternoon, drive through the plains of Iliad and Achaia and cross the magnificent bridge over the Corinthian Bay. After passing the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive at Delphi for dinner and overnight.
Stay at: Hotel Hermes (3 star), Olympic Hotel (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Amalia Hotel (4 star), Hotel Apollonia (4 star) or similar
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 3 Delphi - Kalambaka
Delphi hosted the most important oracle in the classical world and was the major site for the worship of Apollo. Visit the Archaeological Site to explore the Temple of Apollo, the amphitheatre, the stadium and the Museum of Delphi. Then depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated close to the astonishing gigantic rocks of Meteora.
Stay at: Orfeas Hotel (3 star), Kosta Famissi Hotel (4 star), Kaikis Hotel (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Grand Meteora Hotel (4 star), Amalia Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 4 Kalambaka - Athens
Today, you will visit the monasteries of Meteora, perched atop sandstone rock pillars and representing fine examples of Byzantine art. As you depart Kalambaka, drive through Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae, with a short stop to see Leonida's Monument, before arriving in Athens in the early evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Please note: For the monasteries, ladies are kindly requested to wear skirt and gentlemen long trousers.
Exclusions: Room tax, gratuities and optional excursions – to be paid locally