Classical Greece
from $3659
Duration: 8 Days
What will you need to pack for this enlightening tour of Classical Greece? A sun hat, your thinking cap, and your competitive spirit for starters. Thought-provoking scenery and stories await in the land of powerful Sun Gods, ancient philosophers, and legendary Olympians. From the world-famous Acropolis in Athens to the sacred Temples of Olympia, and the mountainside excavations of Delphi to the monastery-topped rock formations of Meteora, you’ll walk in the footsteps of Greece’s most renowned and mystical figures—and dance in them, too. A glass of traditional ouzo will loosen your joints to learn the lively steps of the sirtaki, made famous in the classic movie Zorba the Greek. A toe-tapping, hands-on adventure, you’ll also learn the secrets of Mediterranean cuisine and how to make traditional tzatziki cucumber dip. Don’t forget to bring your appetite, too!

Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
NOTE: This is a revised itinerary. The tour map may not reflect updated itinerary.
Day 1 ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE
Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2 ATHENS
Marvels & Myths ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS Explore the heart of Ancient Greece, in the historic empire where 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, never fail to amaze! See the Panathenaic Stadium, one of the venues of the first modern Olympic Games.
Day 3 ATHENS - THERMOPYLAE - METEORA AREA
Greek History & Heroes Drive past to Kalambaka. THERMOPYLAE Stop at the battle site. METEORA Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen's Monasteries. (B,D)
Day 4 METEORA AREA - DELPHI
Drive South via Trikala and Lamia. DELPHI Join a guided visit to the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening, (LF) learn how to dance the sirtaki while sipping a glass of ouzo. (B,D)
Day 5 DELPHI - PATRAS - OLYMPIA
Drive by the busy seaport of Patras. OLYMPIA Join a guided visit to the archaeological site and the museum. Attend a cooking demonstration this evening to learn how to make traditional Greek tzatziki. (B,D)
Day 6 OLYMPIA - MYCENAE - NAUPLIA
Take a scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains. MYCENAE Free time for lunch. Guided visit of the excavations and museum. (B,D)
Day 7 NAUPLIA - EPIDAURUS - CORINTH - ATHENS
EPIDAURUS Guided visit to the 2,300-year-old open-air auditorium before continuing to Nauplia. CORINTH Cross the canal and visit ancient Corinth. ATHENS Free time late afternoon and evening. (B)
Day 8 ATHENS
Safe travels until we meet again! Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Departure Date:
2024-05-03
Return Date:
2024-05-10
Single : 4489NZD
Triple : 3659NZD
Twin : 3859NZD
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