Greece · Archaeology

4 Days Classical Private Tour from Athens

4 Days Round trip from Athens Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Travel on a 4-day private tour through mainland Greece from Athens
02 Photo stop at the Corinth Canal
03 Visit the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and Mycenae
04 Explore Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games
05 Discover Delphi and its world-famous oracle
06 See the monasteries and rock formations of Meteora
07 Pass through Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae on the return to Athens
08 Includes hotel stays in Olympia, Delphi and Kalambaka

Discover some of mainland Greece’s most celebrated historic and spiritual landmarks on this 4-day private journey from Athens. Travel through the Peloponnese and central Greece to visit the Corinth Canal, the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi and the extraordinary rock formations and monasteries of Meteora.

Along the way, explore places deeply connected to mythology, archaeology and UNESCO-listed heritage. From the birthplace of the Olympic Games and the sanctuary of Delphi to the dramatic landscapes of Meteora and a photo stop at Thermopylae, this itinerary brings together classical history, sacred sites and unforgettable scenery in one well-rounded tour.

From the birthplace of the Olympic Games and the sanctuary of Delphi to the dramatic landscapes of Meteora and a photo stop at Thermopylae, this itinerary brings together classical history, sacred sites and unforgettable scenery in one well-rounded tour.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Athens, Lamia, Corinth, Trikala, Nafplio, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Meteora, Kalabaka, Delphi

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Olympia via Nafplion

Olympia via Nafplion

Corinth, Corinth, Corinthia Region, Peloponnese

We will pick you up at the arranged location in Athens (departure time is at about 9-00). We will drive you along one of the picturesque roads which leads to the Corinth Canal. There we will make a pit stop to take some nice photos.

The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus

Our next stop is the Theatre of Epidaurus, which is considered to be the best preserved antient theatre in Greece.

Mycenae

After that we will relocate to Nafplion, venetian heritage in Peloponnesse. After a short walk, we will proceed to Mycenae, the kingdom of Agamemnon, first sung by Homer.

Olympia

Our day will end in the birthplace of Olympic games, small town Olympia, where we will overnight.

Overnight: Olympia

Day 02

Olympia to Delphi

Before leaving this beautiful place behind, we will visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, and the archaeological museum, powerful and well-known around the world spot.

After seeing Archea Olympia, we will head to another important and sacred place – Delphi. There we will stop for the night.

Overnight: Delphi

Day 03

Delphi to Kalambaka

Ancient Greeks believed that Delphi was the Navel of the Earth. It is home to the world-famous oracle. Pilgrims from all over the Hellenic world came here to learn about their future or to ask for advice of the ancient Greek god Apollo through the words of Pythia. Also there is one of the most interesting and amazing museums in Greece. Then driving through authentic little villages of Central Greece, we will keep our way to the small town of Kalambaka.

Overnight: Kalambaka

Day 04

Visit Meteora and Return to Athens

You will see one of the most impressive regions in the country – Meteora. A real geological wonder, formed millions of years ago attracts visitors from all over the world. But it is known not only for the breathtaking landscape. ‘Suspended in space’ is the name given to the area for housing Christian monasteries, built by monks on the top of 600-meter-high rocks centuries ago. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1989.

Thermopylae

Our way back will go through such towns as Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae. There we will make a short stop to take a picture of a famous Monument of Leonidas. We will reach Athens by approximately 7:00 pm.

Overnight: –

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Athens 11 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Breakfast
Dinner
Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens.
1 night hotel accommodation in Olympia, 1 night in Delphi, 1 night in Kalambaka (Meteora area).
Visit to the Epidaurus, Mycenae Archaeological site, Olympia Arch site, Meteora Monasteries (2 mon).
Professional local guide & Entrance fees to the sites included.

What's Not Included

Personal expenses, drinks / lunch / dinner. Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites.
Travel Insurance / VISA.
Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
Stayover hotel tax, to be paid directly to the hotel (cost per overnight per room).

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
PASSPORT REQUIRED
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated and we exercise all discretion.
You will receive the necessary information, vouchers and tickets upon arrival from our representative
PICKUP is provided from your hotel within the city of Athens. Pickup from other areas can be provided by request*. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation.

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