Taste of Greece
Athens
Athens
Greece
Discover the birthplace of modern civilization on this 7-day Taste of Greece trip! Expert guides will lead you through Athens, Delphi, and Mycenae to see historic sights. Witness the Lion Gate and explore the Bronze Age citadel. Experience a Byzantine art workshop and a sunset drive through the UNESCO-listed Meteora. Opt for excursions to the Acropolis and Parthenon. Join us for an unforgettable Greek vacation!
Itinerary
Welcome to Greece! Arrive in the morning and head to the hotel in Athens to begin the tour. Your tour leader will meet you there and brief you on the upcoming itinerary. Then, it’s time to explore the city on an orientation tour! Wander through this ancient city, seeing its iconic sights, including a highlight of this tour — the traditional changing of the guard ceremony. Opt to join the Athens Food Tour for an insightful and delicious taste of local street food, produce and sweet treats. This evening, enjoy an included dinner of authentic Greek cuisine and get to know your tour leader and tour group.
Experiences
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Explore Athens; Greece’s ancient capital city
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Enjoy a welcome dinner in Athens
Meals Dinner
Depart Athens this morning and travel to Kalambaka. En route, pause at Thermopylae to admire the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta. Then, continue to Kalambaka, a prime base for exploring Meteora's iconic landscapes and monasteries. Visit a Byzantine art workshop upon arrival to witness local artisans creating works of Christian Greek art. Afterward, check into the hotel and unwind. End the day with a captivating sunset drive through the Meteora hills, offering breathtaking views of the monolithic pillars and cliff-top monasteries — a photographer's paradise! Tonight, indulge in traditional Greek cuisine for dinner at the hotel, savouring the flavours of the region!
Experiences
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See the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta in Thermopylae
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Visit a Byzantine art workshop
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Take a sunset drive of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Meals Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy free time in Kalambaka this morning. Opt for independent exploration or join the exciting optional excursion to the monasteries of Meteora. Explore the hills and magnificent sandstone formations of Meteora, visiting two awe-inspiring cliff-top monasteries. This afternoon, the tour journeys across central Greece's mountains to Delphi. Upon arrival, embark on an orientation tour led by your tour leader. End the day with an included dinner, followed by free time to unwind as you wish.
Experiences
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Discover Delphi on a driving and walking tour
Meals Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, enjoy free time or join the highly recommended excursion to explore Delphi with a local guide. Admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians, and visit the renowned Delphi Museum! Next, journey along the Coast of Corinth and take a short ferry ride to the vibrant Greek island of Trizonia. This almost car-free island, 2.5 km² in size, boasts a unique atmosphere and offers the opportunity for independent exploration or to enjoy lunch at a local eatery. Afterward, return via ferry to Glyfada and head to ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the original Olympic Games in 776 BC! Tonight, immerse yourself in Greek culture with an optional evening of traditional food and dance.
Experiences
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Visit the small island of Trizonia
Meals Breakfast,
Uncover Olympia's wonders with a guided tour of the Olympia Museum and ancient site before crossing the mountains of Peloponnese. Arrive at Mycenae and visit the tomb of Agamemnon and the renowned Lion Gate, steeped in ancient Greek mythology! Explore the historic grounds with an expert guide and enjoy an included lunch before travelling to the picturesque town of Nafplion, Greece's former capital, framed by the imposing Palamidi Castle. Check into your hotel and unwind for the evening or join the optional tour to Epidaurus, immersing yourself further in Greece's rich history and culture.
Experiences
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Explore the Olympia Museum
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Uncover Greek myths in Mycenae
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Wander the picturesque streets of Nafplion
Meals Breakfast, Lunch,
Depart from Nafplion towards Athens, pausing for breathtaking views of the Corinth Canal. Upon arrival in Athens, embark on a city tour with a knowledgeable local guide, and discover iconic landmarks like the Academy, National Library, Greek Parliament, Panathinaikos marble stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, and the temple of Olympian Zeus. The tour ends at the Acropolis Museum, where you can opt for a guided tour of the Acropolis site and museum. Please note, this excursion must be booked prior to the start of your tour. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon exploring Athens at your leisure!
Experiences
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Enjoy a photo stop at the Corinth Canal
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Explore Athens with a local guide
Meals Breakfast, Lunch,
After a glorious week of Greek adventures, the tour comes to an end this morning. Enjoy a final breakfast with the group before parting ways and be sure to swap contact details so you can keep in touch. Safe travels onwards!
Experiences
Meals Breakfast,
Dates & Rates
Start Date / End Date | Price Per Person |
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11 May 2025 – 17 May 2025 | $1,175 |
18 May 2025 – 24 May 2025 | $1,245 |
25 May 2025 – 31 May 2025 | $1,315 |
01 Jun 2025 – 07 Jun 2025 | $1,175 |
08 Jun 2025 – 14 Jun 2025 | $1,175 |
14 Sep 2025 – 20 Sep 2025 | $1,175 |
21 Sep 2025 – 27 Sep 2025 | $1,175 |
28 Sep 2025 – 04 Oct 2025 | $1,175 |
05 Oct 2025 – 11 Oct 2025 | $1,315 |
12 Oct 2025 – 18 Oct 2025 | $1,175 |
Tour Highlights
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Discover the ancient sites of Olympia, Delphi, and Thermopylae
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Witness the stunning rock formations and monasteries in Meteora
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See the Acropolis, Hadrian's Arch, and the Temple of Zeus in Athens
Experiences
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Explore Athens; Greece’s ancient capital city
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Enjoy a welcome dinner in Athens
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See the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta in Thermopylae
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Visit a Byzantine art workshop
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Take a sunset drive of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Discover Delphi on a driving and walking tour
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Visit the small island of Trizonia
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Explore the Olympia Museum
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Uncover Greek myths in Mycenae
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Wander the picturesque streets of Nafplion
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Enjoy a photo stop at the Corinth Canal
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Explore Athens with a local guide