Best of Greece
From CAD $2,885
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
Walk in the very place western civilization was born as your travels reveal all the best of Greece highlights. From the other-worldly clifftop Meteora monasteries to walking the Sacred Way as the ancients once did in Delphi, this journey back in time will bring centuries of history to life.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
Be My Guest
- Olympia: Say "opa!" to a traditional Greek experience with the Karabelas family on their olive and wine farm. Join the family for dinner and dancing, and learn about their history on the land.
Dive into Culture
- Athens: Visit the Acropolis Museum containing remarkable antiquities giving visitors an insight into the lives of Athenians centuries ago.
Iconic Experience
- Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
- Corinth: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Join a Local Specialist and gain insight into Corinth's eventful past.
- Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Specialist.
- Archaeological Site of Olympia: Join a Local Specialist to view the stadium of Olympia which hosted the ancient Olympic Games and Heraia, the women's games in honor of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
- Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
- Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
- Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Delphi: Meet passionate beekeeper Nikiforos at his honey farm for a taste of his special thyme honey, known to be one of the most nutritious in the world. See the bees thriving in their natural habitat and learn about their role in nature regeneration. This experience advances Global Goal 15: Life on Land. Traditionally a beekeeping area, Delphi has lost most of its beekeeping activity. The decline in bee populations has seen a significant loss of biodiversity. Thanks to their effort, Nikiforos and his family and rebuilding a local activity and directly contributing to regenerating the land.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora
- Visit the Acropolis and Museum in Athens, ancient ruins in Corinth, ancient theater at Epidaurus, Olympic Stadium in Olympia, home of the Oracle at Delphi, and the incredible rock monasteries in Meteora
- View the Parthenon, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the battle site at Thermopylae
- See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace in Mycenae
Trafalgar Difference
- Delphi: Designed by renowned architect Nikos Valsamakis in 1965, the hotel is a notable example of postwar Greek architecture. It integrates seamlessly with the Delphic landscape, with rooms arranged to follow the terrain.
Trip Details
Product Code: 22044
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 2.2B
Starts: Athens, Greece
Finishes: Athens, Greece
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2,885 ($361 /day)
Itinerary
Put the 'oh' in opa and embark on an unforgettable exploration of an ancient land of gods and goddesses, myths and legends. Your springboard to your spellbinding holiday is the vibrant capital of Athens, an effortless mix of ancient treasures and modern verve, which you will have an opportunity to explore after being transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a light meal.
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals: Dinner
Join your Local Specialist for a guided morning sightseeing tour to the ancient complex that was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilization'. Along our journey into antiquity, we'll have an opportunity to explore the Acropolis with its treasures and admire the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena,the Royal Palace and the Temple of Zeus. Dive Into Culture and see remarkable displays of an ancient world during an included visit to the Acropolis Museum, and see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own. Stroll through the Plaka, people-watch in Syntagma Square or go in search of the city's tastiest souvlaki – the choice is yours.
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals: Breakfast
We depart Athens this morning, crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in Corinth, we join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. We continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of Ancient Greece, where we'll see the Beehive Tombs (the Treasury of Atreus), the Lion Gate and the remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, in the company of a Local Specialist. Later, we'll travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theater and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. Arriving in the Venetian town of Nafplion later, we'll dine in our hotel this evening.
Accommodation: Amalia Nafplio
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
We traverse the Mountains of Arcadia to ancient Olympia, the site of the first Olympic Games held in 776 BC. This evening, we Connect With Locals joining the Karabelas family for dinner on their olive and wine farm at a Be My Guest experience featuring traditional dancing and characteristic Greek philoxenia.
Accommodation: Amalia Olympia
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
We join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. We'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Leaving Olympia, we skirt the coastline north to Patras, crossing the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece before continuing to Delphi, where you may wish to try your hand at preparing some local dishes during an interactive cooking lesson.
Accommodation: Amalia Delphi
Meals: Breakfast
Tread in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks, who would descend on the sanctuary of Delphi to consult with the most important oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4th-century Temple of Apollo. View the statues immortalizing the strength of the athletes who once competed in the Pythian Games, held in honor of Apollo and the Arts. Continue on to a family-ran honey farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Taste the rich thyme honey freshly collected from the hive and come up close to the unique biodiversity of the area. A scenic afternoon drive brings us to Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defense by Leonidas and his brave Spartans against the invading Persians. We cross the lush Thessaly region, traveling north through the 'breadbasket of Greece' towards Kalambaka.
Accommodation: Amalia Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
The UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are our first stop today. Join a Local Specialist to visit two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the town. A scenic drive returns us to Athens, where we'll enjoy a rousing Farewell Dinner with our travel companions and reminisce over an incredible journey through Greece.
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
We say a fond farewell to our newfound friends and the treasures of Greece after an unforgettable journey.
Meals: Breakfast
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Reviews
Trusted Customer - Traveled, September 2024
The group is very large. 46 travelers in our group overwhelmed some of the sights. Excellent experience traveling through the main island of Greece. Simone is a very knowledgeable guide and went above and beyond to be sure we had a marvelous adventure.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/13/2024
Michael T - Traveled, October 2024
Great places! Amazing History! Incredible local guides!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/28/2024
Nice, easy tour - Traveled, September 2024
Nice, easy tour. Very organized and the guide explained the days activities well. The bus was nice and comfortable. The hotels were all very nice. We had lots of fun and the tour was a wonderful way to get to see several ancient sites. It was not so fast-paced and we had enough time at the various sites.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/12/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, October 2024
I enjoyed the Best of Greece experience. Lots of history, good food and interesting people to meet along the way. It would have been nice to have more time in some locations.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/20/2024
Michelle Reaume - Traveled, August 2024
Trafalgar Greece 2024. They are a very devoted and trustworthy company. Trafalgar always has the tourists' best interest in mind. I think the tour covered the most important highlights of the city given the timeframe allotted.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/07/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, August 2024
A fascinating tour of Greece’s rich culture and ancient history. We really enjoyed the Best of Greece tour with Trafalgar. The itinerary was excellent and our tour director Moraig was lovely. We learned so much about Greek culture, it’s ancient history, and had the opportunity to sample many delicious Greek cuisine. One of the best tours we have taken with Trafalgar.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/10/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Putting locations to the myths is a highlight of this tour. The itinerary is mostly about ruins and museums (perfect for me) but others may wish to see other aspects of Greek life. The Olive farm was very educational and provided a nice evening with dinner and bit of Greek culture.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/26/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, March 2024
It’s good but hectic. Food can be better. Group size was too big. We were told it was 40 and usually less. Our group size was 47.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/13/2024
Micheal Mitchell - Traveled, July 2024
Too much movement! Bus AC not properly working for group size!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/21/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, June 2024
I wasn't given the opportunity to add on to my trip after the second half of my trip was cancelled.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
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