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GreeceAthens
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10 days, 9 nights private tour
Rating 4.9/5

Cradle of Greece

Discover ancient Greece's most sacred sites through this private 10-day journey at a moderate pace. Wander beneath the Acropolis in Athens, stand where the first Olympic athletes competed in Olympia, seek wisdom at Delphi's oracle, and witness the gravity-defying monasteries of Meteora perched on towering rock pillars. This depth-focused tour suits travelers passionate about mythology, archaeology, and the foundations of Western civilization.Read more

Cradle of Greece
Cradle of Greece

Athens, Greece

4 days
Athens
Day 1

Arrival


Upon arrival in Athens, you have a  transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. 

Day 2

City Tour


Following breakfast in the hotel, you set off on a wonderful walking tour to the picturesque Athens. Explore most iconic sites like Acropolis (from outside), Parthenon, Old Town, and other attractions. What is more, taking this tour, you can dive deep into Greek culture and learn the essence of marvelous Greek history. Hence, it's a great way to get acquainted with this fascinating country. But, in case you are still wondering how to make the most out of your trip to Greece, look no further! Be sure, this tour is one of the best ways to dive deep into Greece culture!

After the tour, you are guided back to your hotel.

Day 3

Tour of Acropolis


Following breakfast in the hotel, meet your guide and start a 4­-hour walking tour with your private guide.

Walk through Dionisiou Areopagitou street, one of the most impressive streets of Athens, offering an extraordinary view of the southern slope of the Acropolis, where some of the most significant monuments stand. You will enter the archeological area of the Acropolis on the southern slope to avoid the crowds and just to your right is the most ancient theatre of the world, the Theatre of Dionysus.

Your next stop is the Odeion of Herodes Atticus and before reaching the Acropolis top point, you pass through Beule Gate, part of the Roman fortifications of the Acropolis. See the Temple Of the Athena Victory also known as Temple of Athena Nike, a small, elegant, Ionian, amphiprostyle temple, built by the architect Callicrates in 426 - ­421 B.C. in commemoration of the victory of the Greeks against the Persians.

Reach The Propylaea is one of the masterpieces of classical architecture. Left of the Parthenon lies the Temple of Erechtheion built from 420­ - 406BC at the holiest site of the Acropolis, where the goddess Athena planted the olive tree, her sacred symbol.
Climbing down the Acropolis hill you will reach the New Acropolis museum one of the most important contemporary works of architecture in Athens. The last level (The Parthenon room) has the dimensions and the direction of the Parthenon and it is been rotated by 23 degrees in relation to the rest of the building so that the visitor would have an immediate view of the monument.

Day 4

Departure


Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Athens.

Athens
Travel time3 h 30 minClassPrivate Transfer Sedan
Ancient Olympia

Car from Athens to Ancient Olympia

Ancient Olympia, Greece

2 days
Ancient Olympia
Day 4

Arrival


Upon arrival to the hotel you have a check-in and the rest of the day free.

Day 5

Tour of Olympia and Departure


Following breakfast, you check out from your hotel and prepare for a guided tour of Olympia.

Together with a local guide you explore the stadium where the first Olympic Games were held and learn how this place evolved at different times.

After the tour you depart from Olympia.

Ancient OlympiaOlympia hotel
Travel time3 h 30 minClassPrivate Transfer Sedan
DelphiDelphi hotel

Car from Ancient Olympia to Delphi

Delphi, Greece

2 days
Delphi
Day 5

Arrival


Upon arrival in Delphi, you have a check-in at the hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure. 

Day 6

City Tour and Departure


Following breakfast in the hotel and check-out, meet your private local guide who takes you through the Museum and Archeological Site. 

The archaeological site of Delphi includes two mosques, one dedicated to Apollo and one to Athena. Today you explore the rich collections exhibit in the museum which is comprised primarily of architectural sculpture, statues and minor objects donated to the sanctuary. On the territory of the site along with remains of temples, you see the gymnasium, a sports training area, and a training center, with the palaestra and the bath complex. Pass by Castalia, the sacred fountain of Delphi and central and most important point of the site the sanctuary of Apollo.


After the tour you depart from Delphi. 

DelphiDelphi hotel
Travel time3 h 30 minClassPrivate Transfer Sedan
KalabakaKalabaka (Meteora) hotel

Car from Delphi to Kalabaka

Kalabaka, Greece

3 days
Kalabaka
Day 6

Arrival


Upon arrival you have a check-in at the hotel and the rest of the day is at your own leisure.  

Day 7

Tour to Monasteries


Following breakfast in the hotel, meet your private guide and driver to explore the amazing Meteora Monastery complex - one of the most spectacular places in Greece. 6 beautiful monasteries nestled high on the cliffs represent a perfect combination of history, architecture and man's everlasting desire to connect with God.

After the tour, you are taken back to to the hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 8

Departure


Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Kalabaka.

KalabakaKalabaka (Meteora) hotel
Travel time3 hClassPrivate Transfer Sedan
ThessalonikiThessaloniki hotel

Car from Kalabaka to Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki, Greece

3 days
Thessaloniki
Day 8

Arrival


Upon arrival you are taken to the hotel for check-in and have the rest of the day is are your own leisure. 

Day 9

City Tour


Following breakfast in your hotel, meet your private guide and start a 3-hour walking city tour to discover the most important sites of the city. 

Together you see a Roman forum (Agora), monumental constructions with a unique character such as the Rotunda, an arch immortalizing military triumphs, palace ruins, medieval towers, modest Byzantine churches hiding rare treasures, and streets, legendary squares, points and corners associated with major historical events.

After the tour you return to the hotel and have the rest of the day is at your own leisure.

Day 10

Departure


Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Thessaloniki. 

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Acropolis, Parthenon and more
Entrances to Acropolis, Parthenon and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip