Athens Trip Overview
Book our 15-day tour package in Greece and visit ancient and classical Greece and the Cycladic islands of Mykonos and Santorini!
Start by private sightseeing in Athens, the capital city of Greece and visit the beautiful monuments of our Greek heritage, also visit Mycenae, Ancient Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, Dion, Pella and finally enjoy your stay at the romantic city of Thessaloniki with many monuments to visit
Visit Santorini, considered to be the most romantic destination in Greece! A day cruise to the active volcano, at Hot Spring where you can swim and to Thirasia, a wonderful small island is suggested!
Last hopping island tour is in Mykonos Island, the most famous island in the world there you can enjoy the amazing night life and explore the beaches with the golden sand and refreshing deep blue waters. Combine your tour with a cruise to Delos the sacred island of Apollo and Artemis, an island of great archaeological importance!
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Duration: 15 days
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Athens, Greece, Greece
Book our 15-day tour package in Greece and visit ancient and classical Greece and the Cycladic islands of Mykonos and Santorini!
Start by private sightseeing in Athens, the capital city of Greece and visit the beautiful monuments of our Greek heritage, also visit Mycenae, Ancient Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, Dion, Pella and finally enjoy your stay at the romantic city of Thessaloniki with many monuments to visit
Visit Santorini, considered to be the most romantic destination in Greece! A day cruise to the active volcano, at Hot Spring where you can swim and to Thirasia, a wonderful small island is suggested!
Last hopping island tour is in Mykonos Island, the most famous island in the world there you can enjoy the amazing night life and explore the beaches with the golden sand and refreshing deep blue waters. Combine your tour with a cruise to Delos the sacred island of Apollo and Artemis, an island of great archaeological importance!
Itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVAL DAY
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Our driver will meet you at Athens airport El. Venizelos, and transfer you at your hotel
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Athens
Day 2: PRIVATE ATHENS SIGHTSEEING:
Stop At: Acropolis, Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str., Athens 105 58 Greece
We will pick you up from your Hotel at 09.00 o’clock and start the Athens City Tour. You will visit the Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. Panathinaiko Stadium is the only one built out of white marble. You will continue by visiting Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then pass by the Trilogy of Athens. Continue, passing by the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church, and finally the iconic ACROPOLIS.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Acropolis Museum, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens 117 42 Greece
A great visit at Acropolis Museum to admire the items of archaeological interest. Finish the Athens sightseeing by visiting the ACROPOLIS museum. You can also walk at the beautiful narrow and picturesque streets at Plaka and Monastiraki to see and admire the Greek architecture and to taste the famous Greek “Souvlaki”.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Athens
Day 3: ATHENS – CORINTH – CAVE OF LAKES KALAVRYTA- JOURNEY WITH COF RAILWAY- NAUPLIO
Stop At: Corinth, Corinth, Corinthia Region, Peloponnese
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel to have our first stop, at the Canal of Corinth (6 km length and 80m height). We continue to reach at Ancient Corinth which was one of his beloved cities of Saint Paul.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Kalavrita, Kalavrita, Achaea Region, West Greece
Then we will arrive at “Diakofto” to take the Cog Railway (Odontotos) which links Kalavrita with Diakopto through Vouraikos Canyon; one of the most beautiful natural sights and of the most spectacular railway rides in Greece. It has been mentioned as the most beautiful train trip in Balkans. The little train travels through streams climbing the fantastic narrow gorge up into the mountains, through tunnels, over waterfalls, along cliffs and through forests of pine and oleander. The journey ends at the town of Kalavryta. Our driver will meet you there to continue the tour at the mysterious, magnificent and unique “Cave of the Lakes”, a rare creation of Nature. Consisted of 13 in total Small and large lakes, with different colors each one, depending on the oxides contained in the rocks. We have a stop for lunch at the picturesque village of Kalavrita
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Nafplio, Nafplio, Argolis Region, Peloponnese
Nafplio is the first capital of Greece and one of the most romantic towns with stone pathways and many coffee shops and restaurants with traditional tastes.
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Nafplio
Day 4: NAUPLIO – MYCENAE – EPIDAURUS – OLYMPIA
Stop At: The Great Theatre of Epidaurus, Ethniki Odos Isthmou Archaias Epidavrou, Epidavros 210 52 Greece
After your breakfast, you will have time to visit either Palamidi castle, which you can reach by climbing 999 steps (!), or to take a small boat and visit ”Bourtzi’,’ the fortress at the entrance of the harbor. Then, we will leave for Epidaurus and we will visit the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, famous for the breathtaking acoustics that is still functioning today!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Archaeological Site Mycenae, Mycenae 21200 Greece
After this, we will head back to Nafplio to have lunch (optional), and then we will leave for the famous ancient town of Mycenae and the Archaeological site – the Lion Gate, the Cyclopean Walls, the Royal Palace and the tomb of Agamemnon.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Olympia
Day 5: ANCIENT OLYMPIA – DELPHI:
Stop At: Market of Ancient Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece
At 09.00 o’clock we will visit the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia, where the first Olympic Games took place in 776 B.C. The temple of Zeus is located there which is the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece. Dedicated to Zeus, in which in antiquity was hosted one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world. You will also visit the temple of Hera, the shrine of Pelops (one of the oldest in the sanctuary), the Council house where the athletes took the Olympic oath, the Treasury houses, the Gymnasium and the Palestra where they used to exercise for a month prior to the Games.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: The Venetian Castle of Nafpaktos, Montain, Naupactus 303 00 Greece
Leaving Ancient Olympia, we will cross over the amazing bridge of Rion – Antirion, one of the biggest bridges in Europe. For the wine lovers, we suggest a tasting tour in a winery. Then we will head to Naupactus, a beautiful seaside small town, where you can visit the Venetian Castle, the Venetian Port, and after lunch we will reach at Delphi for overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: overnight in Delphi
Day 6: DELPHI – METEORA
Stop At: Delphi Greece
After your breakfast, our driver will drive you at the Ancient Oracle, the Stadium, the Ancient Theatre, with a capacity that exceeds 5,000 spectators and of course the Museum of Delphi. Delphi is perhaps best known for the oracle at the sanctuary that was dedicated to Apollo during the classical period. Afterwards, we can visit the traditional winter village of Arachova and have a coffee or lunch break.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kalambaka, Kalambaka, Trikala Region, Thessaly
Depart from Arachova and driving through Central Greece we arrive in Kalambaka, a small traditional town that is built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks of God, at the shadow of the great Meteora Monasteries.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Ovenight in Kalambaka, Meteora
Day 7: METEORA – VEROIA – VERGINA – CITY OF THESSALONIKI
Stop At: Meteora, 42200 Greece
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel at 09.00 in order to visit the BYZANTINE MONASTERIES of Meteora, included on the UNESCO world heritage monument list. We are having our first stop at The Holy Monastery of Great Meteoro, the biggest and oldest one of all. It was called the monastery that was “suspended in the air” (meteoro), because of the formation of the gigantic rock on top of which it was built. Our second visit is at the great monastery of St. Stephan. The Monastery of St. Stephan is a small church built in the 16th century and decorated in 1545.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina), Imathia, Vergina 590 31 Greece
We leave Meteora to reach at Vergina (ancient Aigai), to live the experience of a visit to the unique Museum, created in the Great Tumulus covering the royal tombs of Macedonia. Admire the astonishing findings from the tomb of King Phillip II, Alexander’s father, and feel the thrill of the greatest discovery of the 20th century.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Veroia, Veroia, Imathia Region, Central Macedonia
In only a few miles away is Veria (Biblical Beroea), where we will visit the Saint Paul’s Bema, and then stroll through the old Jewish neighborhood and the colorful market area. Walk in a city where past is present and around! We leave from Veroia to head to Thessaloniki for Overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Thesaloniki
Day 8: THESSALONIKI – PELLA – EDESSA – NAOUSA – THESSALONIKI
Stop At: Pella, Pella, Pella Region, Central Macedonia
Depart in the morning for a unique approach to historical Macedonia. Our first stop will be Visit Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great. See the exquisite floor mosaics of the 4th century B.C. villas, in site as well as in the new Museum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Edessa Waterfalls, Edessa Greece
Our next stop will be at the picturesque Edessa where we will admire the town’s famous landmark, the Waterfalls.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Naousa, Naousa, Imathia Region, Central Macedonia
Then, proceed to Naoussa, to a site of exceptional beauty and importance: Aristotle’s School, the picturesque site where the great philosopher taught ‘the doctrines of morals and politics’ to Alexander the Great and the Macedonian youth. Then, we will return to Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Thessaloniki
Day 9: THESSALONIKI – DION – ATHENS
Stop At: Dion Archaeological Park, Dion 60100 Greece
After your breakfast, leave from Thessaloniki to have our first stop at the Archaeological Park of Dion, the sacred city of the Macedonians, at the foot of mountain Olympus.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Thermopylae, Thermopylae, Phthiotis Region, Central Greece
After your visit, driving to the south and through Thessaly, Lamia, Thermopylae, where we will make a stop to admire the statue of Leonidas as a memorial of the battle between the 300 Spartans and the soldiers of the Persian Empire, and Thebes, we will arrive in your hotel in Athens.
Duration: 45 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Athens
Day 10: ATHENS – MYKONOS ISLAND
Stop At: Mykonos Town, Mykonos Town, Mykonos, Cyclades, South Aegean
We will pick you up from your hotel to get to the Piraeus port and take to take your ferry at 07.25 to reach Mykonos Island at 11.25. Mykonos is the most famous island in the world for its beaches, its fun, its exciting nightlife, its picturesque Cycladic houses, the luxury hotels, also known as the island of winds. Our driver will transfer you to your hotel. The stroll in ‘’Little Venice’’ of the island, or the walk through the narrow streets of “matogiania” will be memorable for your vacations, where you can shop clothes and other local items. We propose you to relax at your hotel and enjoy the amazing night life of Mykonos!
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Mykonos
Day 11: MYKONOS ISLAND – (OPTIONAL) GUIDED CRUISE TOUR TO DELOS
Stop At: Archaeological Site of Delos, 846 00 Greece
Today we suggest you an excellent half-day trip, to the sacred island of Apollo and Artemis, one of the Unesco Heritage sites of Greece. Delos is one of the most important archaeological sites of the eastern Mediterranean. You may visit, among others, the remains of the Temples of Apollo, the sanctuary of Artemis, the old city and the theatre and then, walk down the celebrated Lion Street. Also, in the museum of Delos, you can admire Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic and Roman Sculptures, a collection of exhibits from all periods! This tour takes about 5 hours.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Mykonos, Mykonos, Cyclades, South Aegean
Otherwise, you can stay in Mykonos and visit the most beautiful beaches on the island like “Super Paradise” or “Psarrou” “Elia” “Panormo” etc, where you will have the opportunity to meet celebrity people, from all over the world who choose this destination for their vacation.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Mykonos
Day 12: MYKONOS ISLAND – SANTORINI ISLAND
Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Mykonos Port so you get the boat departing at 14.55 for the famous Santorini Island. You will arrive at 17.35, and will be transferred to your hotel. The first thing you have to see that will amaze you is the magnificent sunset from Oia, the most famous sunset in the world. Crowds of people gather there, in order to see the sun set! Afterwards, you can enjoy your drink or dinner, in the picturesque capital of the island and walk among the narrow streets of the island where you can buy many souvenirs.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Santorini
Day 13: SANTORINI ISLAND – (OPTIONAL) SUNSET CRUISE TOUR TO VOLCANO WITH BUFFET ON BOARD
Stop At: Santorini Volcano, 847 00 Greece
Pick you up from your hotel around noon to have our first stop at the famous volcano of Santorini! The next stop is at the island of Palea Kameni where the famous hot springs are located on the west side. We will stop there for 30min. Dinner on Board Sailing above the underwater craters from Palia Kameni to Thirasia Island, the boat will anchor close to the island in order to enjoy your dinner. The end of the excursion comes on sunset time. Our boat will stop very close to Oia village where you will have the chance to watch the warm light of the setting sun under the violet sky before the night falls. This is the most unforgettable experience as the Caldera and the village of Oia will turn into gold color. Dinner includes: traditional Greek salad, Tzitziki sauce, chicken roll and pork roll with baked potatoes and rice, local white wine and fresh fruits.(Vegeterian menu upon request).
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Santorini
Day 14: SANTORINI ISLAND – ATHENS
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Our driver will meet you at the hotel and will transfer you to Santorini Port at 12.00 to take the boat for Piraeus Port, where you will arrive at 17.00 pm. Then, you will be transferred to your hotel in Athens.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Athens
Day 15: DEPARTURE DAY:
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Our driver transfer you at Athens airport according to your flight details
Duration: 45 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
