Classic Greece
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Highlights
- Visit the Acropolis, an ancient architectural masterpiece
- Tour the archaeological sites of Delphi and the Temple of Apollo
- Visit Olympia, birthplace of the first Olympic Games
- Ascend to Meteora with its mystical monasteries
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- Round trip flights New York-Athens, Athens-New York
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- Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
- 6 nights First Class accommodations
- 3 nights Athens
- 1 night Olympia
- 1 night Delphi
- 1 night Kalambaka
- Hotel porterage
- All transfers
- 9 meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of English-speaking tour manager (Days 4-7)
- Services of local guide in Athens
- Entrance fees per itinerary
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Depart for Greece. Your international flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment
Arrive in Athens, the classical capital of Greece; transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to discover the ancient wonders of this city known as the cradle of Western Civilization and the birthplace of democracy
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
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Depart Athens via the scenic coastal road to the mighty Corinth Canal, dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece; visit the amphitheater of Epidaurus that is still in use. Continue via Nauplion to Mycenae, the heartland of Greek myt...
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning visit to the archaeological site of Olympia, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, and the ancient stadium where the Olympic Games were first held in 776 B.C. At the Archaeological Museum view astonishing Greek works of art ...
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Tour the excavated site of Delphi and the archaeological Museum, perched on the slopes of Mount Parnassos, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Considered one of the most important places in Greek history, its stunning setting and anc...
Meals: Breakfast
Visit Meteora, meaning "suspended in the air", with its mystical Eastern Orthodox monasteries incredibly nestled perilously close to the edge of bizarre rock formations. Admire the exquisite specimens of Byzantine art and the panoramic vistas o...
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Athenian Callirhoe Hotel, Athens
This first class hotel is centrally located, only a short walk to the Acropolis and many major attractions.
Amalia Hotel, Delphi
This first class hotel is located within walking distance of the town and main tourist attractions.
Royal Olympic Hotel, Athens
This deluxe hotel is located next to the Plaka and adjacent to the Temple of Zeus.
Europa Hotel, Olympia
This first class hotel is situated on a hill above the village of Ancient Olympia.
Divani Meteora Hotel, Kalambaka
This first class hotel is situated at the foot of the rocks of Meteora at the small village of Kalambaka. It is surrounded by beautiful gardens, and has stunning views of the mountains.
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