- Availability: All over the year
- Starting Point: At the Athens International Airport, Eleftherios Venizelos, (ATH), Athens- Arrivals
7 Days Athens, Delphi, Sounio, Mycenae, Nafplio Epidavros,Cruise Hydra- Poros-Aegina Islands
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You Will Visit
• Athens• Delphi
• Sounio
• Mycenae
• Nafplio
• Epidavros
• Hydra Island
• Poros Island
• Aegina Island
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Athens
Upon your arrival in Athens airport an assistant of our office will welcome and escort you to the transfer bus that will take you to your hotel in Athens.
Dinner and overnight in Athens.
The city of Athens
You will start your visit of Athens city with the famous Acropolis site and the Parthenon, a symbol of classical Greek architecture. From the top of the Acropolis admire the ancient theater of Herodes Atticus with his remarkable acoustics.After the Acropolis visit you will continue to the monument of the "Unknown Soldier", the parliament, the presidential residence and the Panathinaikon Stadium, where in the year 1896 the first Olympic Games of modern history took place.
The tour continues towards the library, the academy and the university. Afternoon free of leisure. Overnight in Athens
Day tour to Delphi
An extremely important archaeological site is Delphi situated at a beautiful scenical location, which in the antiquity had the largest Temple of Apollo in the mainland. Delphi was the center of the world and achieved this glory from the oracle that was located there.
Explore the excavations and architectural monuments as well as the Sanctuary of Athena with its famous and well-preserved Tholos.
Then you will visit the museum of Delphi with the famous bronze charioteer.
Optional lunch in a greek tavern in the center of Delphi.
Your drive back to Athens goes through the small mountain village of Arachova, well-known for the production of colourful greek carpets and cheese. Overnight in Athens.
Day 4
Morning free to visit the Plaka districts.
In the afternoon guided half day trip to Cape Sounion. This is a half-day afternoon trip from Athens which is full of images. Begin your Sounio Tour with a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which offers a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza). As you approach it, Cape Sounion rises like a sheer cliff out of the sea.
At Cape Sounio, where you will visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon, you will enjoy one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands).The precipice is a sheer 197 feet drop to the sea. Land masses to the west stand out in sharp profile: the island of Aegina backed by the mountains of the Peloponnese. The beauty of the surviving Doric Columns has inspired many poets, including Lord Byron, who carved his name on one of the columns.
Return for overnight in Athens
One Day tour to Argolis
After breakfast excursion to Argolis.
On this guided full day trip from Athens to Argolis, you will explore the remains of the ancient city of Mycenae, a major centre of Greek Civilization between 1600B.C. and 1100 B.C., that is also a World Heritage Monument.
Departure via the coastal National Highway for the Corinth Canal (short stop). After the Corinth Canal, you enter the region of Argolis, land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to the 2nd century B.C., Mycenae was one of the major centers of Greek Civilization and a military stronghold which dominated much of southern Greece .
Visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of Agamemnon. You will see the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs, including Agamemnon Clytemnestra's, and the Treasury of Atreus, a magnificent 14th century B.C. structure. Time will then be taken for a traditional Greek optional lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Before lunch, there is an optional stop at a pottery factory.
After lunch, through ARGOS, proceed to Nauplion, the first capital of modern Greece, with its Venetian Fortress of PALAMIDI and the fortified islet of BOURTZI (short stop).
The Argolis (Mycenae - Epidaurus) day tour returns to Athens in the late afternoon.
Day 6
One day cruise to Hydra, Poros and Aegina
Today you will have a romantic one day cruise from Piraeus to the Argosaronic islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina.Take a day cruise from Athens to the fabulous Greek islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina for a relaxing day on the sea. With all your transport, transfers and buffet lunch organized, you can sit back and enjoy your leisure daily cruise, with free time to explore the three islands.
After transferring from Athens to Piraeus by motor coach, you'll set sail for the island of Poros, where you'll have free time for strolling and shopping.
Next, it's on to the island of Hydra. You will have about 1 hour and 45 minutes to enjoy the unique charms of Hydra island, whose amphitheater shape once served as a safe shelter for Saronic Pirates. From the decks, you will be able to admire the very special architecture and dramatic landscapes of this island, whose old traditional stone houses and mansions silently stand witness to a long and turbulent history.
Upon arrival in Egina (Aegina) you can either join an excursion to the Temple of Aphaia (cost not included) or take a walk around the main town. Aegina is one of the islands in the Saronic Gulf. The lovely island is only 31 miles (50 kilometers) from Athens, and a very popular getaway for Athenians during the summer months.
After sailing back to Piraeus port you'll be transferred to Athens
Day 7
Athens - Departure
Transfer to Athens airport for departure flight back home
Prices
Total Price per Room• Total Price per Double Room 1520€ ( Price per Person :760€)
• Total Price per Single Room 935€ ( Price per Person :935€)
What’s Included
• 06 Nights Accommodation in Athens on Bed & Breakfast Basis, at 4* hotel• Local tours as mentioned on the program
• Entrance fees as mentioned on the program (prices 2015)
• English speaking guide, as mentioned in the program
• Cruise ticket for 1 day cruise including lunch on board
• Arrival and departure transfers
• All local taxes applicable (subject to any change in the local tax)
What’s not Included
• Meals & Drinks• Gratuities (optional)
• Personal Expenses
• Anything not mentioned above
• City Taxes
Important Notes
• City Taxes are not included in the price of the package and you have to pay them on cash in the hotel. The City Taxes vary from country to country. The average payment amount is 2€-5€ per day.
• Starting Point: At the Athens International Airport, Eleftherios Venizelos, (ATH), Athens- Arrivals
• Meeting Point : Our partner will be waiting for you in the Arrivals of Athens International Airport, Eleftherios Venizelos, (ATH), holding a card with your name. The only you have to do is to declare your flight number, to choose as destination city "Airport" and as meeting point the “Athens International Airport, Eleftherios Venizelos, (ATH)” in the special box provided in the booking form
Availabilty
All over the year but you should check the availability during the online booking process located at the top of the webpage
Cancellation Policy
• For cancellations up to 41 calendar days prior to arrival date, a 10% cancellation fee will be charged.• For cancellations between 40 days and 31 calendar days prior to arrival date, a 20% cancellation fee will be charged.
• For cancellations between 30 days and 10 calendar days prior to arrival date, a 60% cancellation fee will be charged.
• For cancelations within 9 calendar days prior to arrival date, you will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.