Best of Greece
From CAD $5695
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Group Tour
Easy
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(10 reviews)
Walk in the very place western civilization was born as your travels reveal all the best of Greece highlights. From the other-wordly 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
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
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 lunch 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.
- Santorini: Enjoy an orientation of stunning Santorini upon arrival.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Delphi: Visit Axion Esti, a family-run organic beekeeping facility in Stemnitsa. Meet Sophia and Anthony and learn how their passion for bees has grown into an award-winning operation. Suit up to see the hives up close, explore the museum, and sample local honey while discovering the importance of pollinators to the ecosystem. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora
- Visit the Acropolis and Museum in Athens, the ancient ruins in Corinth, the ancient theater at Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, the incredible rock Monastery in Meteora and Santorini
- 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 Amalia Hotel Delphi 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: 34506
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 2.1686A
Starts: Athens, Greece
Finishes: Athens, Greece
Duration: 11 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 $5695 ($518 /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'll 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, you'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
Depart Athens this morning, crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in Corinth, join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. Continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of Ancient Greece, where you'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, 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, you'll dine in our hotel this evening.
Accommodation: Amalia Nafplio
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel through the Arcadian mountains towards the Peloponnese and the historic site of Olympia. En route, visit a family-run honey farm for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Taste thyme-infused honey straight from the hive and hear how traditional beekeeping is helping protect the region’s biodiversity. In Olympia, explore the ancient athletic grounds where the Olympic Games began in 776 BC. Walk among the ruins of temples dedicated to Zeus and Hera and imagine the roar of the crowd in the original stadium. This evening in Olympia is yours to enjoy at leisure—consider exploring the quiet village center, visiting a local taverna or simply relaxing at your hotel.
Accommodation: Amalia Olympia
Meals: Breakfast
Join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. You'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Later, connect with the Karabelas family for your Be My Guest experience at their olive and wine estate. Enjoy a homecooked meal, traditional dancing and warm Greek hospitality. Leaving Olympia, 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, Lunch
Tread in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks who once journeyed to Delphi to seek guidance from the most influential oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4th-century Temple of Apollo. See the statues that honor the strength of athletes who competed in the Pythian Games, held in Apollo’s name. Later, enjoy a scenic drive to Thermopylae, where Leonidas and his Spartans famously held the line against the Persians. Continue across the fertile Thessaly plain, known as the breadbasket of Greece, before arriving in Kalambaka.
Accommodation: Amalia Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
The UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are your 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. After a scenic drive back to Athens, settle in for a final dinner with your travel companions to reminisce over an incredible journey through Greece.
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Board a fast ferry to the idyllic island of Santorini, your home for three nights. Transfer to your hotel with an orientation on arrival and spend free time exploring. Comprising a small circular archipelago of volcanic islands in the southern Aegean Sea, Santorini is all that remains of an enormous volcanic explosion. The island's spectacular physical beauty coupled with its dynamic nightlife makes it one of Europe's most popular hotspots.
Accommodation: El Greco, Santorini Palace, Kallisti
Meals: Breakfast
Santorini offers a wealth of exciting things to do. You might like to spend your time relaxing in the sun or wander down winding cobbled streets full of whitewashed houses. Admire breathtaking views across the caldera and witness a stunning sunset.
Accommodation: El Greco, Santorini Palace, Kallisti
Meals: Breakfast
Spend the day exploring Santorini at your own pace. Wander through the charming streets of Fira, browse local boutiques, or relax on one of the island’s unique volcanic beaches. You could also visit a winery to sample Santorini’s famous Assyrtiko wines. Alternatively join one of our Optional Experiences, set sail on a catamaran cruise, gliding across the caldera and stopping for a swim in the Aegean. Or, board a caique to Nea Kameni, hike an active volcano, then unwind in the island’s hot springs before enjoying a casual dinner with wine on board as the sun sets over Oia.
Accommodation: El Greco, Santorini Palace, Kallisti
Meals: Breakfast
Take a short flight back to Athens this morning. Say goodbye to Greece as your trip ends at Athens airport, please do not book flights prior to 13:00.
Meals: Breakfast
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Reviews
Halie - Traveled, June 2024
Worry-free vacation. They made it a lovely vacation that I did not have to worry about a single thing! I was worried with this being my first oversees trip about food issues and medical issues, but there was tons of food options and even with me breaking out in hives from something medical related the trip advisor and people in the town of Olympia were amazing. It was a bit hot going during the summer months, but again the advisor moved around some things so we wouldn't be in the heat during the hottest point of the day!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2024
Linda Houser - Traveled, June 2024
The sites you see, you have to walk going up and the ground is not even and different steps of different heights. The sites we saw were wonderful. I really recommend.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/25/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Greek mythology tour. Trafalgar made it easy with figuring out all of the logistics. The tours that we took and sides that we were able to see really encompass. Greek history and culture. If you like Greek mythology, this is the tour for you. We were able to see quite a bit of history and experience Greek culture on the trip. We did move to a new location almost every night therefore we were able to see a lot. I highly recommend more personal time on either side of the trip to explore more.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/25/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Highly Recommended. Well organized trips at a reasonable price. Good activities/experiences. Most users are repeat customers. Will use them again. Many interesting historical sites. Good food. Good experiences. Tour guide was knowledgeable about mythology and prehistory, classical age, Roman and Byzantine times.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/15/2024
Julie Fittock - Traveled, April 2024
wonderful Very professional & fun as well, great historical information. This was our 1st tour & it was a great experience, the whole group were great and we have such lovely memories!! The trip was really great!! The tour director Anne was excellent and so helpful! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/24/2024
Paul Fischer - Traveled, April 2024
Unreasonable Hospitality. Trafalgar takes the Unreasonable Hospitality principles to heart. They continue to go out of their way to make sure everyone has an awesome experience. Trafalgar does an amazing job again. This was our 4th trip we have taken with them and they continue to knock it out of the park. We recommend Trafalgar to anyone looking to take trips anywhere.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/25/2025
Cheryl Rinaldi - Traveled, April 2024
Got out early to beat the crowds and the late spring heat. Did mostly mainland tours not the islands. Doing that tour gave us a true history of GREECE. We did skirt the coastal parts of Greece and stopped to shop in quaint seaside villages along with visiting inland museums and Olympic ruins. There was some history, there were great farm restaurants, there was some relaxing down time, and there was variety like a beekeeping experience and pottery lecture along with incredible Greek Orthodox monasteries. We were kept busy but we also relaxed on the bus getting to our next destination. Hotels were clean and food was good and there was variety on the menu. Our travel director and bus driver were top notch. Was it worth what we paid—sure was.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/20/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Very pleased with my overall experience from booking to the end of my trip. Everyone I spoke with was very nice and helpful. Very pleased with the customer service I received. A good balance of scheduled visits and free time. Good choices for food, hotels and site tour guides. The main guide, Mia, for the trip was awesome!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/23/2024
Myron Bruce Lewis - Traveled, April 2024
Great trip to Greece! They're professionals! It was a great trip! Lots of great historic ancient Temples, and an amazing monastery on top of a mountain. The guide, Joanna, was great!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/21/2024
Mark Green - Traveled, April 2024
A very worthwhile trip Very efficient in getting to see many sites. The guide was very knowledgeable and provided much information beyond the sites we visited. Covers key places, the tour is very efficient, the guide was very knowledgeable and filled in much information beyond what was at the sites.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/16/2024
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