Athens Classical Greece

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  • Greece
  • 7 days - 6 nights
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  • Acropolis (Propylae, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechteion with porch of Maidens, Parthenon) and the new Museum of Acropolis in Athens – The Ancient Theatre with the amazing acoustics, in Epidaurus – The Nafplion town with Palamidi Fortress & Bourtzi islet – The Royal Tomb of Agamemnon in Myceane –– The Temple of Zeus, the altar of the Olympic flame, the Stadium and the Museum in Olympia – The Athenian Treasure, the Temple of Apollo, the world famous Oracle and the Museum of Delphi – the Meteora Byzantine Monasteries in Kalambaka – The Leonidas Monument (King of Sparta) in Thermopylae.
  • Daily breakfast – 3 dinners (while touring)
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Athens Classical Greece

Athens – Epidaurus – Nafplion – Mycenae – Olympia – Delphi – Meteora (Kalambaka)

 

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Day 1: Athens

Welcome to Athens. Our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to the hotel .According to your arrival time,you can either arrange a sightseeing ,or you can enjoy your free time to relax. Overnight in Athens.

  • Athens Central, Apollonos, Athens, Greece
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Day 2: Athens

After breakfast the Athens city tour and sightseeing will begin. We will visit the famous and astonishing hill of Acropolis. Visit the famous monuments of Propylae, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion and of course the masterpiece of ancient Greek architecture, the Parthenon. The new Acropolis Museum is only a short walk away. In the afternoon, we recommend that you take an optional half day excursion to Cape Sounio, to admire the great view and visit the temple of Poseidon. Later in the afternoon, return to hotel and overnight in Athens.

  • Athens, Athina, Central Athens, Greece
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Day 3: Athens / Epidauros

After breakfast, we will begin our 4 day tour, which will unfold before you the Classical period, Roman domination, the Byzantine Empire, the Crusades and Modern times: Greece through the centuries. We will follow the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (short stop). Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidavros, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Then proceed to the town of Nafplion (short photo stop), drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games. (Dinner)

  • Epidaurus Theatre, Epidavros, Greece
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Day 4: Olympia

In the morning visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Elia and Achaia up to the magnificent bridge, which is crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive in Delphi. Overnight. (Dinner)

  • Olympia, Archea Olimpia, Elis, Greece
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Day 5: Meteora

In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town located at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks. Overnight. (Dinner)

  • Meteora, Kalabaka, Greece
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Day 6: Thermopylae

Visit Meteora, among striking scenery, perched on top of huge rocks ,which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae (short stop to see across the road the Leonida’s Monument). Arrive in Athens early in the evening. Free evening and overnight in Athens.

N.B. For the visit of the Monastery, ladies are obliged to wear a skirt and the gentlemen long trousers.

  • Thermopylae, Lamia, Phthiotis, Greece
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Day 7

After breakfast, you have a full day free at your disposal. According to your return flight, you will be transferred to the airport, with optional disposal of 4 hours at Factory Outlet near the Airport area, where you will find all you need in wide variety of clothing, shoes and accessories of the top international brands. A shopping therapy for all members of the family, up to 80% off retail prices or alternatively at The McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Athens that offers your favorite brands in fashion, beauty and home at prices 35 to 70% lower. Designed in a neoclassical style, attentive to the smallest detail, the outdoor center is arranged on two levels at which dominate soft shades with pergolas and paths, and gives the impression to the visitor that walks in a picturesque neighborhood of Athens. Within this atmosphere of unique beauty enjoying your favorite brands at lower prices. The center occupies 21,000 square meters and includes 125 shops, cafes and restaurants. Transfer to the Airport for our return flight.

  • mall near Athens, Central Athens, Greece