Jewels of Greece Express - 5 Days

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Small Group Tour
Discover the highlights of mainland Greece on this 5-day express tour which starts and ends in Athens. Take in the sights of the Greek capital including the legendary Acropolis and marvel at the sacred Delphi Sanctuary. See the cliff-top monasteries of Meteora and the site of King Leonidas' last stand against the Persians at Thermopylae.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Athens - Discover some of the world's most famous architecture, from the Panathenaic Stadium to the legendary Acropolis
    • Delphi - Follow in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims along the Sacred Way and admire the Temple of Apollo
    • Meteora - Marvel at the magical and sacred cliff-top monasteries in one of the most beautiful regions of Greece
    • Thermopylae - Visit the site where King Leonidas made his infamous final stand against the Persians in 480BC

What's this trip about?

    Discover the highlights of mainland Greece on this 5-day express tour which starts and ends in Athens. Take in the sights of the Greek capital including the legendary Acropolis and marvel at the sacred Delphi Sanctuary. See the cliff-top monasteries of Meteora and the site of King Leonidas' last stand against the Persians at Thermopylae.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 45 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityAthens
End CityAthens

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Athens
  • Delphi

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 45

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 45

Trip includes

    • 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner
    • 4 nights 3-4 star hotels
    • One Airport arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on day 5 included per booking
    • Guided sightseeing in Athens, Delphi and Meteora
    • Services of an English-speaking tour guide for all scheduled sightseeing
    • Entrance fees for all included sites
    • All transfers and transportation in modern air conditioned vehicles
    • Note: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go. You will join travellers who booked through other operators for sightseeing each day, some staying in different hotels, and spend your evenings at leisure. The group can vary in size from 20 - 45 persons. Guiding may be in an additional language to English

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Athens

Welcome to Greece! On arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is free to head out and explore the city, an incredible contrast of the ancient and the modern.

Day : 2 Athens

Today we embark on a guided coach tour of Athens. We take in important highlights of the city including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Zappeion and the Panathenaic Stadium, which is the only stadium in the world built entirely from marble. We also see the Greek Parl...

Day : 3 Athens

Athens - Delphi - Kalambaka. Leaving Athens, we head north towards Delphi, which was once one of the world's most sacred sites and an important pilgrimage destination. We admire the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Apollo and follow the footsteps of ancient Greeks on the Sa...

Day : 4 Delphi

Kalambaka - Meteora - Athens. Today we visit Meteora, where tiny sacred monasteries perch atop incredible towering rock formations. Meteora is considered one of the most beautiful regions in the whole of Greece and the view from the cliffs is breathtaking. After o...

Day : 5 Athens

Today our Greek adventure comes to an end. After breakfast at the hotel, there's an included transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $635
Price per day$127
Last Updated: 3/24/2025
Departure Date
Finish Date
Base Price
Availability
07 Apr 2025
11 Apr 2025
$1,145
08 Apr 2025
12 Apr 2025
$1,145
09 Apr 2025
13 Apr 2025
$1,145
12 Apr 2025
16 Apr 2025
$1,145
13 Apr 2025
17 Apr 2025
$1,145
14 Apr 2025
18 Apr 2025
$1,145
15 Apr 2025
19 Apr 2025
$1,145
16 Apr 2025
20 Apr 2025
$1,145
19 Apr 2025
23 Apr 2025
$1,145
20 Apr 2025
24 Apr 2025
$1,145

Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with On The Go Tours.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

On The Go Tours Reviews & Ratings

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Karen Crainich

Jul 2019

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The tour was a great way to see Greece

It was a good mix of structured, guided daily tours and free time when on the Greek islands. Loved the locations of our hotels on Mykonos and Santorini. Both locati...

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Cathryn Holding

Jun 2018

Provided byOn The Go Tours

Renata was fantastic

She provided clear & detailed information on our arrival and all her suggestions for where to eat/extra tours were excellent. Paperwork/vouchers/tickets provided...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • A hotel tax of €10.00 per room per night to be paid directly to the hotel at time of check in. See Trip Notes additional info for details

Accommodation

3-4 star hotels
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Children are welcome on these tours. However please note family rooms are not offered - please check with the Ground Handler before confirming any family bookings.
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