Itinerary + Map

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 B.C. 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: Hermes Hotel (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 - Athens
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. Enjoy some free time before driving through the village of Arachova, renowned for its colourful carpets. Return to Athens via Levadia and Thebes, arriving early in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast

  • 3 or 4 star hotel accommodation
  • Touring by modern air-conditioned coach
  • Shared arrival and departure transfers
  • Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager
  • Services of local representatives

Exclusions: Room tax, gratuities and optional excursions – to be paid locally

  • 2 breakfasts
  • 2 dinners

Guided tours of:

  • Tomb of Agamemnon
  • Olympia
  • Delphi

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