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Highlights of the Mainland: Delphi and Meteora, Private Tour
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Highlights of the Mainland: Delphi and Meteora, Private Tour

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Created: Saturday, December 21, 2024
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Created: Saturday, December 21, 2024
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Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this three-day sightseeing tour in Greece from Athens including Meteora and Delphi you will visit some of the most interesting sites in Greece. Visit the archaeological site of Delphi with Apollo temple and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock-tower monasteries of Meteora. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 

Delphi: At the foot of Mount Parnassos, lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which was the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece. Delphi is the second-most important archaeological site in Greece (after the Acropolis in Athens) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Meteora: In a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, monks settled on these 'columns of the sky' from the 11th century onwards. Twenty-four of these monasteries were built, despite incredible difficulties, at the time of the great revival of the eremitic ideal in the 15th century. Their 16th-century frescoes mark a key stage in the development of post-Byzantine painting. Meteora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Athens: Explore the Capital of Greece on your own, with plenty of time for shopping.

Day 1: ARRIVAL ATHENS

On your arrival at Athens airport, you will be greeted by our English-speaking assistant and you will be taken to your Athens hotel in the comfort of an air-conditioned car. Rest of the day free of leisure. Visit on your own the famous flea market in Plaka (old town of Athens).

Overnight in Athens.

Day 2: ATHENS – DELPHI – METEORA (420 km – 5.5 hrs)

Indulge in a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Leave for Delphi via Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, arrive in Delphi and visit the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios, (Treasury of the Athenians, Temple of Apollo, etc.). Leave Delphi for an interesting trip through Central Greece to Kalambaka. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight in Kalambaka.

Overnight in Kalambaka.

Day 3: KALAMBAKA – ATHENS (355 km – 4.5 hrs)

Wake up to a rich breakfast at the hotel. After departure visit, Meteora, particularly impressive scenery, ageless Monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, stand suspended between earth and sky, on top of granite rocks. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia. Thermopylae (shortstop to see across the road the Leonida's Monument), arrive in Athens early in the evening. Around 08:00 pm, transfer to Athens Airport to continue with your travel arrangements.

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay

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TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English or Italian or French or German speaking local guide during the activities (Day 2, 3)

ACCOMMODATION: 

  • 2 nights' accommodation 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 2 Kalambaka: 

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

Pre/ Post-Night in Athens:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

MEALS: 

  • 2 breakfasts
  • 1 dinner (Day 2)

TRANSPORT:

  • Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or Piraeus Port
  • Air-conditioned private transportation throughout the program (Day 2, 3)

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES: 

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Delphi Archaeological and Museum (Day 2); two monasteries in Meteora (Day 3)

OTHER: 

  • Meet & Greet 
Excluded
  • Visa fees
  • Domestic flights 
  • International flights 
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • Optional tours (if any)
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
  • Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018. Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels
  • Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package or if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise, additional transfers should be purchased separately
Accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

Day 2 Kalambaka: 

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA: 

Pre/ Post-Night in Athens:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*