Secrets of Greece including Corfu
From CAD $8125
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Group Tour
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An in-depth Greece trip for history buffs and lovers of Greek food and culture. You’ll enjoy traditional dinner and dancing on an olive farm, travel to the enchanting island of Corfu and explore ancient sights like Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 13 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Meteora, Delphi and Athens
- Visit the ancient theater at Epidaurus, Olympic Stadium in Olympia, Monastery of Paleokastritsa and Achilleion Palace in Corfu, rock Monastery in Meteora and Acropolis in Athens
- View the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the Parthenon, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens
- See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae
Iconic Experience
- Ancient Theatre of the Asklepieion at Epidaurus: Visit the Theater of Epidaurus and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius during a stop in the Peloponnesus.
- 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.
- Nemea: Learn about the winemaking tradition of the Nemea region and enjoy a local wine tasting.
- 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.
- Corfu: Enjoy time at leisure to explore Corfu's Old Town narrow streets and arcaded squares.
- Corfu: Visit the Achilleion Palace, former summer home of Elizabeth 'Sissi' Empress of Austria and Hungary.
- 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.
- Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
- 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.
- 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.
- Santorini: Enjoy an orientation of stunning Santorini upon arrival.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Nafplion: 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.
Trafalgar Difference
- Nafplio: Set amongst beautiful gardens with palm trees and flowers, Amalia Hotel Nafplio features eco-friendly practices to save energy, water, and manpower. It employs geothermal technology for heating, cooling, and hot water, eliminating the use of diesel fuel and reducing CO2 emissions.
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.
Trip Details
Product Code: 19111
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer, Budget
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 764.891A
Starts: Athens, Greece
Finishes: Athens, Greece
Duration: 14 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)
- Return ferry to Corfu
- Optional Experiences and free time
- High-speed ferry from Athens to Santorini
- Flight from Santorini to Athens
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $8125 ($580 /day)
Itinerary
Venture back to a time when great philosophers roamed the halls of the Agora and gods competed for mythical supremacy. Your journey delving into the treasures of Greece begins in its vibrant capital, which you'll have an opportunity to explore after being transferred to your hotel. Kick off your in-depth discovery of what was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilization' this evening, when you meet your Travel Director and travel companions for a light meal.
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals: Dinner
Journey to a land of legends this morning as you travel through the scenic northeast Peloponnese, passing the Corinth Canal, which links the Saronic and Corinthian gulfs. Stop at the ancient theater of Epidaurus and the Sanctuary of Asclepius, God of Medicine, where you can step onto the stage and experience its remarkable acoustics. Continue to Stemnitsa for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at a family-run organic beekeeping facility, where you’ll discover the vital role of bees in the local ecosystem, before arriving in the seaport town of Nafplion. Wander its neoclassical streets or relax over a traditional meal by the bay.
Accommodation: Amalia Nafplio
Meals: Breakfast
Continue your journey inland and join a Local Specialist for a guided visit of Mycenae, whose ruins remains a testament to what was once a major palatial center of the late Bronze Age in Greece. Stroll through the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Royal Palace before seeing the tomb of this fearless Greek leader who commanded the Greeks in their battles against Trojan forces. This afternoon, Dive into Culture and sample delicious local vintages, gaining insights into wine production in the Nemea region. You'll have free time to stroll through the seaside retreat of Nafplion, perhaps with a delicious Greek ice cream in hand. This evening, you could choose to join an Optional Experience exploring Nafpilio further before dinner at a traditional local taverna.
Accommodation: Amalia Nafplio
Meals: Breakfast
Crossing the Peloponnese and head towards the famous village of Olympia, where sacrifices were once made to the gods, and athletes competed for supremacy in the ancient Olympic Games. Join the Karabelas family on their olive and wine farm for a traditional Be My Guest experience including lunch and dancing. Then head to Ancient Olympia to visit the ruins of temples, the museum and the stadium, with your Local Specialist, imagining agile runners racing in honor of Zeus.
Accommodation: Olympic Village
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Leave the Peninsula and return to mainland Greece, continuing north past Amphilochia and Preveza, before arriving in Nikopolis to see where the Battle of Actium took place. Board a ferry and cross to the beautiful island of Corfu, where you'll have time at leisure to admire its splendid architecture, arcades and Spianada, one of the largest and most impressive squares in Greece.
Accommodation: Cavalieri
Meals: Breakfast
Begin your day with an orientation tour of the island, followed by a visit to the Venetian Castle and the Monastery of Paleokastritsa. Later, stop at the Phaeacian-styled Achilleion Palace, built by Elizabeth 'Sissi' Empress of Austria and Hungary, who so admired Greece and its culture that she decided to build an enchanting summer retreat. Stroll through its Imperial Gardens and enjoy magnificent views of the lush valley and glistening Ionian Sea beyond before returning to your hotel for an evening on your own terms.
Accommodation: Cavalieri
Meals: Breakfast
Bid farewell to island living on Corfu and sail back to the mainland, continuing to the lively lakeside city of Ioannina, where you'll spend the rest of the day at leisure. Stroll along the tranquil lakeshore and through the Old Town to admire its Ottoman and Byzantine treasures, including the imposing castle that overlooks Lake Pamvotis.
Accommodation: Du Lac
Meals: Breakfast
Start your day with the rich, smoky flavors of Metsovone cheese before heading to Kalambaka. Here, you’ll visit the UNESCO-listed Meteora rock formations, where your Local Specialist shares the history of these towering pillars and the monasteries that have stood atop them for centuries. This evening, choose an Optional Experience to Trikala, a town steeped in history and legend. Walk along the riverside before settling in for a Greek family-style dinner, where delicious local dishes and free-flowing wine promise a night to remember.
Accommodation: Amalia Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast
Traversing the peaks of Parnassos and Giona, stop in Thermopylae, the mythical entrance to Hades and the site where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans fought bravely against the invading Persians. Join a Local Specialist for a guided visit to Delphi, the seat of the most important oracle in the classical world. Walk the Sacred Way to the 4th-century Temple of Apollo and ramble through what remains of this ancient sanctuary, once the site of the Pythian Games, a precursor of the modern Olympics. travel towards the Corinthian Gulf and stop in the harbor village of Galaxidi for the night.
Accommodation: Nostos
Meals: Breakfast
Return to cosmopolitan Athens for a day of delving into antiquity, coming face-to-face with the treasures of Ancient Greece. Ascend to the Acropolis and join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour with magnificent views of Athena's Parthenon, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus. See Hadrian's Arch, built to celebrate the arrival of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, and view the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. On our final evening together, join your fellow travelers for dinner to celebrate the millennia and miles explored together on this epic voyage of discovery.
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Board a high-speed 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 of 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
Santorini makes some of the Greek islands' best wines so perhaps take a tour of a winery and taste some for yourself. Consider a ride in a caique to the volcanic island of Nea Kamini to swim in the hot springs. Embrace the magic of Santorini.
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
Robert Welton - Traveled, March 2025
Definitely one of the most professional groups we have traveled with...fabulous guide (*Personal information removed by Feefo*) extremely knowledgeable, caring and professional)...especially appreciated frequent stops (all more interesting than the last). no long bus rides...in-home experiences. Just loved it. First class all the way. The only day it rained was our trip to Machu Picchu and it was still magnificent. Am 78 with impaired eyesight and this was last item on the "Bucket List"...scored 10/10. Could not have wished for better trip. Guide was best ever, accommodations were superb, and thoughtful/educational itinerary was unbelievable. We travel a lot and this was our first trip with Trafalgar. You have certainly earned our respect.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/26/2025
Joan Hubbard - Traveled, November 2024
The only way to see Peru! All hotels and restaurants that Trafalgar uses are top notch. The personnel (*Personal information removed by Feefo* and his helpers and the bus drivers) are all excellent, polite, knowledgeable, and professional. It is a full but arduous itinerary. We saw it all, but it wasn’t easy. Lots of steep slopes, rough cobblestones, and uneven steps. If you want to see Peru, Trafalgar is the company you should use. With any luck, you will have *Personal information removed by Feefo* as your guide. He is wonderful and tries to satisfy your every want or need.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/21/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Itinerary was very good. Appropriate mix of activity and free time. Everything was as advertised.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/14/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, June 2024
Itinerary was excellent. Machu Picchu was stunning, especially for a rock wall enthusiast like me. Booking was easy. I needed to make a flight change, and Trafalgar’s telephone support was very good. Instructions while on tour were sometimes confusing but I finally figured it out.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/26/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, January 2025
My husband and I had a wonderful trip, but our friends, who aren't as physically fit, had a hard time in the high altitudes - something to consider if you are older and not in good shape. The country is beautiful, the people were very friendly, and our main and local guides were wonderful.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/14/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, January 2025
Trafalgar Peru. Adventure Trafalgar's Service was good except for the issue mentioned previously. The lodging and experience was enjoyable as were most of our fellow travelers. I cannot say enough good about our travel guide----*Personal information removed by Feefo*. Itinerary was great. Our travel guide kept us informed and motivated. He even assisted in our adjustment to the food , culture and atmosphere. My only complaint is that I would have preferred to be seated with my husband on the 2 flights and the train ride. For some reason my husband was matched with a single boisterous lady from Florida. Her behavior in some instances was not appreciated.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/08/2025
Heinz Fuchs - Traveled, April 2024
Very professional, knowledgeable, helpful and caring Personnel.. our tour director *Personal details removed by Feefo* was amazing. Very informative and helpful, always on time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/27/2024
Graham Wood - Traveled, February 2024
Hotels were ideal. Good, clean and pleasant without being extravagant. Itinerary busy but manageable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/17/2024
Jose Espinosa - Traveled, July 2023
Make sure you prepare for the altitude, bring bug repellent, don't eat anything that has skin or leafy green items. Make sure you bring Imodium too. In fact so many people became sick on the trip that there should be a warning regarding the meals or not offer any fruits or vegetables unless cleaned with purified water. Finally, just include the tips as part of the trip costs, otherwise you sell your employees short. They did a wonderful job.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/12/2023
Barry Witham - Traveled, August 2023
Hotels were well situated and nice. The coach was top notch. I would have liked another day in Cusco as there was so much to see.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/01/2023
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