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4 Days Athens Explore Cooking, Culture and Histroy

4 Days Athens Explore Cooking, Culture and Histroy

4 DAYS ATHENS EXPLORE COOKING, CULTURE AND HISTORY

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4 days, 3 nights

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Discover Athens throught Cooking Lesson and History

Journey in Athens

Welcome to Athens, the historical capital of Europe. The birthplace of democracy, arts, science, and philosophy of western civilization. Home of Plato, Socrates, Pericles, Euripides, Sophocles, and Aeschylus. Athens is one of the world’s oldest cities. Its recorded history spans around 3.400 years and it is being inhabited since the 11th millennium B.C. E.

Explore Athens with Cooking Lesson

Today, under the shadow of the Parthenon, the contemporary urban scenery of the sprawling city reflects its exciting history, its multicultural modern personality as well as the infrastructure and facilities. Discover Greek Islands and visit Athens.

This tour includes Athens City Tour and a Guided, Cooking Lesson in Athens. Discover Athens and walk through a mix of flavors, cultures, and contrasts. Take the opportunity to admire the Acropolis with a professional license guide including viewing all its monuments such as the Parthenon, the Propylaia, the Erechtheion, the Agrippa monument, and the Nike Temple.

ATHENS

PARTHENON

MONASTIRAKI

AGORA

MIX GRILL

We provide

  •  All Accommodations
  •  Transportation – Airport/hotel on the day of arrival and hotel/port on the day of departure and welcome dinner (private taxi driver)
  • Professional Licence Guide in Acropolis
  •  Meals – 6 breakfasts, 1 Dinner, 1 Lunch
  •  All private tours
  •  All excursions tranfers
  •  All entrance fee

We do not provide

  •  tips,
  • drinks
  • anything not mentioned above

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES

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Welcome Dinner with Acropolis View
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Private Athens City Tour
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Private Acropolis tour with Professional Licience Guide includes viewing all its monuments such as the Parthenon, the Propylaia, the Erechtheion, the Agrippa monument, and the Nike Temple
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Wander the ancient streets of Plaka, known as the Neighborhood of the Gods, to see major monuments such as the Ancient Agora, the Roman Agora, the Tower of the Winds, and Hadrian’s Library
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Marketing Shopping, Cooking Class and Lunch
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Marvel at Mars Hill (called Areopagus in Greek) as you learn of its biblical significance

Day 1. Athens –Welcome Dinner with Acropolis View
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight: Athens
Day 2. Athens – Private Athens City Tour and Acropolis
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight: Athens
Day 3. Athens–Cooking Class
Meals included: Breakfast – Lunch
Overnight: Athens
Day 4. Athens – Departure
Meals included: Breakfast
Transportation to the airport for the flight back home.
Thank you for coming. Have a nice flight back home! KALO TAXIDI!
Day 1 Athens –Welcome Dinner with Acropolis View
Welcome to Athens!In the city that gave birth to Greek culture and was the point of reference for the entire world. The driver who will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Them dine under the Holy Rock of the Acropolis, admire the view, try local flavors, feel the moments in Athens with all your senses!
Meals: Dinner Transfer
Overnight: Athens
Day 2. Athens – Private Athens City Tour and Acropolis
On this Acropolis and Athens neighborhood tour, your guide brings you to some of the most magnificent monuments in the entire world. It’s an experience where the stories of the city’s past connect us to our present, and you can see for yourself, it’s really not that different. Expect plenty of mythical stories, mixed with some fun history, on a skip-the-line experience at the Acropolis, before walking through Mars Hill, Plaka, and Anafiotika. Your day ends in the lively Psirri area near the Monastiraki square . Create memories that will stay with you forever, and always have your camera ready!
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight: Athens
DAY 3. Marketing Shopping, Cooking Class and Lunch
During this class not only you will learn how to cook like a Greek, but you will also learn how to buy the best local ingredients. At Cooking Lesson we use only the best local and in-season ingredients in order to offer you the best culinary experience and one of the best meals you are going to have in Athens. Leaving the cooking studio you will take with you not only memories of one of the best meals you had in Athens, but also the recipes of what you cooked so you can recreate the whole menu back home. Of course if you have a favorite Greek dish you wish to learn how to cook. Vegetarians and vegans are welcome. Please let us know upon booking for any dietary restriction. Then we will prepare our shopping list and walk to the Athens Market to buy ingredients for the rest of our courses. We will return back to the cooking studio and prepare our appetizers, salad and dessert to accompany our main course. – You will learn to cook from scratch at least 6 traditional Greek courses, according to what’s in season. – We will provide you the recipes and the best local ingredients – Under our directions you will learn the secrets of traditional Greek cuisine so you will be able to recreate the whole menu back home. After our class you will take with you – the recipes so you can recreate the whole experience back home – tips and hints to make your stay in Athens even better – memories from one of the best meals you had in Athens
Meals included: Breakfast -Lunch
Overnight: Athens
Day 4. Athens – Departure
Meals included: Breakfast
Transportation to the airport for the flight back home or continue your vacations in Greece.
KALO TAXIDI!

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7 Days Athens-Santorini-Mykonos

7 Days Athens-Santorini-Mykonos

7 DAYS TREASURE OF GREECE
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini

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7 days, 6 nights

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Keep the unique moments in Greece forever in your mind!

Explore the magic of Greece in seven days! Discover the ancient treasures and culture of ancient Greece in the birthplace of the Democracy, Athens.
Try a range of authentic Greek flavors, relax by bathing in the turquoise waters of the Cyclades, admire the unique landscape of Santorini, explore Mykonos at night but also its quiet side!
The people, the landscapes, the tastes, the culture and the experiences are what are imprinted in your heart and mind as you experience them. Holidays in Greece always leave a sweet memory. Greece is a trip you always want to return to in a journey that never ends!

ATHENS

MUSEUM

SANTORINI

HOUSE OF MYKONOS

SANTORINI

SEA FOOD

We provide

  • All Transfers from/to airports
  • All Transfers from/to ports
  • All Entrance Fees for Museum and Archaeological Sightseeing Sites
  • All Transfers for activities
  • 2 Meals on Boat
  • All Tickets for Activities (Food Tours, Sailing Tours, etc)
  • 6 Days Breakfast
  • 4* Hotels or Boutique Hotels

We do not provide

  •  tips,
  • drinks
  • anything not mentioned above

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES

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Panoramic tour of Athens city center, photo stop at the Panathinaikon Stadium, a guided tour of Acropolis, Parthenon, and the Acropolis Museum, and see the Erectheion with Caryatids.
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Sailing Trip in Mykonos and explore Greek Mythology on Delos

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Epic Caldera Trail Hike

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Athens Food Tour
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Romantic  Sailing Trip Sunset Tour in Santorini

Day 1. Athens – Welcome to the Capital of Greece

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Transfer
Accommodation

Day 2. Athens – Acropolis and Food Tour

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Tour
Breakfast

Day 3. Mykonos – Mykonos Free Day

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Transfer
Breakfast

Day 4. Mykonos – Explore Greek Mythology on Delos and Rhenia Beach

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Tour
Transfer
Breakfast – Meal

Day 5. Santorini – Crescent Cliffs

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Transfer
Breakfast

Day 6. Santorini – The Majesty of a Sunset Cruise in the Caldera

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Tour
Breakfast – Meal

Day 7. Santorini – An Enchanting End to Your Adventure

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Breakfast – Flight Back

 

Day 1. Athens – Welcome to the Capital of Greece
Athens is a dynamic city that offers a glimpse of the ancient world alongside the constant movement of contemporary life. Fifth-century marble pillars, 19th-century Neoclassical architecture, and modern galleries trace the heritage of Greece in the capital. Transferring to your accommodation in the afternoon, you may spend the rest of the day acclimating to the lively atmosphere. You may stroll the narrow cobblestone streets of Plaka, bright with florals and charming tavernas, introduce your palate to Mediterranean flavors on a self-guided culinary tour, and enjoy the historic comforts of Athens when you arrive.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Transfer
Accommodation

Day 2. Athens – Acropolis and Food Tour

The antiquity of Athens permeates every corner of the ancient city center. Today you will tour historic districts and the famous landmarks that reveal this antique charm. Walking from Syntagma Square you will pass the old Hellenic Parliament to neighborhoods in the shadows of the Acropolis. You will continue up the rocky outcrop to the ancient citadel, with sweeping views of the cityscape, surrounding hills, and the Saronic Gulf. Exploring the crumbling ruins of the Acropolis and the Parthenon, you will take a trip through time that reflects the rise and fall of Ancient Greece. Each food walking tour includes mouth-watering food tastings from the various specialty and food shops that we will pass along the way on a different “off-the-beaten-path” gastronomical route around central Athens. A tour you surely do not want to miss while you are in Athens.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Tour
Breakfast

Day 3. Mykonos – Mykonos Free Day

After breakfast you will transfer to the vibrant Greek island of Mykonos. The Cycladic island in the Aegean Sea boasts glamorous
resorts overlooking the azure waters, breathtaking beaches with golden sands, and a spirited nightlife with chic bars, trendy cafés, and colorful dance clubs. Today you will explore the treasures of Mykonos Town, weaving through the labyrinth streets to discover the island’s history and contemporary charms. In the evening you may join the festivities at dazzling restaurants on the main strip or visit a quiet village to tuck into traditional Mediterranean mezze.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Transfer
Breakfast

Day 4. Mykonos – Explore Greek Mythology on Delos and Rhenia Beach

This Cruise departs from Mykonos every day at 10:30 am Boat arrives on the island of Rhenia at aprox 11:15 am, where you will have time to swim sunbathe and enjoy the homemade Greek lunch. 2 pm departing for the famous Island of Delos to visit the archaeological site (12 € entrance). If you don’t want to see Delos your captain will also give you the opportunity to visit another beach near Delos and continue swimming while the rest of the group explores Apollo’s birthplace. 4 pm departure back to Mykonos.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Tour
Transfer
Breakfast – Meal

Day 5. Santorini – Crescent Cliffs

The new day arrives and brings with it the fabulous light bouncing off of the reflective water. After breakfast, you will have a private transfer to the marina where you will board a hydrofoil and cruise your way to Santorini. The most celebrated island curls in a crescent shape around the vibrant caldera. The cliffs are tall over the sapphire water as you disembark the boat. In the short distance, you can see the
rising peak of the volcano that has created and shaped Santorini’s gorgeous landscapes over time.
A semi-private transfer will greet you at the harbor and take you to the sensual seclusion of your hotel. The architecture is no less than picture-perfect: whitewashed walls with cobalt blue roofs that decorate the precipice; it’s almost like you have stepped into a painting. Your luxurious room gives you an open vista to the lush water below, the edges of the volcano’s rim, all the way to the horizon. Canaves, the view, and the soft trickle of water from the infinity pool add up to paradise.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
Transfer
Breakfast

Day 6. Santorini – The Majesty of a Sunset Cruise in the Caldera

There is plenty to see and do on the island of Santorini, and you may catch the sunrise from your balcony as you look forward to your adventures. Tours around the island will introduce you to the cosmopolitan charms of Fira and the traditional pleasures of Oia. You will stumble upon a selection of delightful tavernas and browse brilliant boutiques as you discover the island more deeply. In the evening a catamaran cruise will whisk you across the sea to coves and lonely beaches where you may relish the spectacular sunset over Santorini.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Accommodation
TourBreakfast – Meal

Day 6. Santorini – Caldera Trail & Sunset

Start your epic caldera trail hike with a convenient hotel pickup. Take a scenic ride with your tour guide to the old mule path that connects Santorini’s capital city of Fira to the coastal village of Oia. The path takes you past the village of Imerovigli, which features Cycladic-built homes and structures and the monastery of St. Nicholas–the
Firostefani. Then you’ll take a break in the square of Imerovigli with your group, to enjoy a delicious light lunch.
Continue your tour passing the iconic Prophet Elias chapel–an Orthodox chapel that sits atop a mountain and offers picturesque views of the surrounding villages and skyline. Continue your hike down the path that leads your way. Get your camera ready for Insta-worthy pictures of the views of Thirasia island afar as you approach Oia. Enjoy the 360-degree views of the nearby villages, seaside and more as you watch the spectacular sunset from the hilltop.

Day 7. Santorini – An Enchanting End to Your Adventure

Should you want to appreciate all that you can before you leave, you can enjoy an early stroll around the marbled lanes of Oia. You will create unforgettable memories and collect souvenirs from charming emporiums scattered across Santorini as you spend every second savoring adventure. You may also feel the soft Santorini sands between your toes or swim in the sapphire sea one last time before you gather your things and transfer to the airport for your connecting flight to Athens, then home.

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Our specialist tours allow us to share every aspect of Greece with you, so you can enjoy unique experiences.

For any interest you have, be it culture, wine, cuisine, history, or something more specialized, Porto Planet has the perfect tour for you.

Why PORTO PLANET ?

Outstanding Service

We specialise in helping you plan your custom itinerary to suit your interests, whether they be personal or professional

Guaranteed Quality

We frequently review our selection of hotels, accommodation, resorts, tour operators, vineyards, businesses and restaurants to ensure that everything we recommend offers you, the customer, a superior experience.

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Discover Greece 10 days journey of flavors and knowledge

Discover Greece 10 days journey of flavors and knowledge

 

Discover Greece 10 days of flavors and knowledge

 

Discover Greece 10 days of flavors and knowledge

 

Discover Athens, Μeteora, Delphi, Ancient Olympia, Poros, Hydra, Aegina, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Mycenae, Acropolis

 

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10 days, 9 nights

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1 April until 1 November

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Discover Greece?

Discover Athens, Olympia, Epidaurus, Delphi, Nafplio, Mycenae, Poros , Hydra, Aegina, and Meteora. Is a combination of unique archaeological sites, beautiful places in mainland Greece, cruise of famous islands and walking food tour in Athens! Proffessional guide, half board accommodation, activities, entrance fees and trasportations are included.

Discover Greece, the past and the present

Discover Athens and walk through a mix of flavors, cultures, and contrasts. Take the opportunity to admire the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum. Discover the sacred ancient and Christian sites of Mycenae and the theatre of Epidaurus. Discover ancient Olympia it was the venue for the ancient Olympic Games. Discover Delphi, and the holy rocks of Meteora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Discover Hydra island is one of the most romantic destinations in Greece. Discover Poros and Aegina who stands out for its well-preserved buildings or visit the famous Aphea Temple . Discover Nafplio is one of the most beautiful towns as well as one of the most romantic cities all over Greece.
 

Discover Greek culture and life

 

Walk through the streets and immerse yourself in the architecture, art and history. Learn about the life, traditions, and customs of Greek people. Learn about the life and achievements of this culture. The past and the present.
Discover beautiful cities,islands,  alleys, aromas, flavors. Experience unique moments and emotions.Visit unique temples, museums, theaters, and artworks. Meet today’s Greece with its amazing cuisine and its people.

 

Meet the locals, taste traditional flavors, discover history and…feel  the spirit of Greece!

ATHENS

DELPHI

METEORA

NAFPLIO

We provide

  • Chartered A/C bus with English speaking driver for all drives in Greece
  • Fuel and road taxes
  • 9-Nights Accommodations at 4-stars Hotels / double occupancy
  • All entrance fees at the Museums
  • A Tour Guide at archaeological sites
  • All transportations to and from the excursions/airport
  • Breakfast each morning
  • 9-Dinners
  • All the Excursions

We do not provide

  • overnight tax
  • Gratuities
  • Tips
  • Anything not mentioned above

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES

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Visit famous Greek Islands Hydra, Poros and Aegina.
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Panoramic tour of Athens city center, photo stop at the Panathinaikon Stadium, a guided tour of Acropolis, Parthenon, and the Acropolis Museum, see the Erection with Caryatids.
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You will visit Delphi, an ancient Greek city where the most important oracle of the ancient Greek world was operated
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Visit Meteora – it is the second most important monastic complex in Greece, after Mount Athos, and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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You will visit Olympia, which was the most glorious sanctuary of ancient Greece dedicated to Zeus and was the venue for the ancient Olympic Games
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You will visit one of the most important centers of Greek culture in Mycenae and also Corinth Canal
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You will visit the ancient theater of Epidaurus which is the most beautiful and best preserved of all the ancient theaters, renowned for its rare acoustics
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Walking Foodie Tour at Athens.

Day 1: ATHENS–ARRIVAL

  • Meals included: dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens 4* Hotel

Day 2: ATHENS–ATHENS CITY TOUR & ACROPOLIS MUSEUM

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens in 4* Hotel

Day 3: ATHENS-CORINTH CANAL-EPIDAUROS-NAFPLION-MYCENAE-OLYMPIA

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Nafplio in 4* Hotel

Day 4: NAFPLIO-MYCENAE-OLYMPIA

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Olympia in 4* Hotel

Day 5: OLYMPIA-DELPHI

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Delphi or Itea at 4* Hotel

Day 6: DELPHI-KALABAKA

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Kalabaka in 4* Hotel

Day 7: KALABAKA-METEORA

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens in 4* in Hotel

Day 8: ONE DAY CRUISE FROM POROS-HYDRA-AEGINA

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens in 4* Hotel

Day 9: ATHENS WALKING FOOD TOUR

  • Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
  • Accommodation included: “Overnight at Athens, a 4-star Hotel”

Day 10: ATHENS-FLIGHT BLACK HOME

  • Meals included: breakfast
  • ΚΑΛΟ ΤΑΞΙΔΙ-KALO TAXIDI!

 

Day 1: ATHENS–ARRIVAL

Arrival and reception at the airport, transportation, and check into the hotel.

Meals included:  Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens in 4* Hotel

Day 2: ATHENS–ATHENS CITY TOUR & ACROPOLIS MUSEUM

From the Acropolis to Omonia Square and with a half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour, you’ll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens. The Athens half-day tour departs for a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built out of white marble. Proceed and pass by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then pass the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church.

Visit Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon and Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens. Continue the expert-guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour with a pleasant short walk, passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater.

The Acropolis Museum is an archaeological museum focused on the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens. The museum was built to house every artifact found on the rock and on the surrounding slopes, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece.

Meals included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens in 4* Hotel

Day 3: ATHENS-CORINTH CANAL-EPIDAUROS-NAFPLION-MYCENAE-OLYMPIA

Pass Βy Canal of Corinth. The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island. The canal was dug through the Isthmus at sea level and has no locks.

Visit the Ancient Theatre, world-famous for its outstanding acoustics. The famous ancient theatre of Epidaurus was constructed in the late 4th century BC, around the time when Athens was flourishing in art, philosophy, science and of course theatre and can seat more than 12,000 spectators.

One of the most beautiful towns in the area of Argolis (in eastern Peloponnese) as well as one of the most romantic cities all over Greece, Nafplio was the first capital of the newly born Greek state between 1823 and 1834.

Meals included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Nafplio in 4* Hotel

Day 4: NAFPLIO-MYCENAE-OLYMPIA 

Mycenae (Μυκήνες) is one of the most important archaeological sites of Greece. Visiting the famous Palace, the Lions Gate and the Tomb of King Agamemnon. Mycenae is the largest and most important center of the civilization that was named “Mycenaean” after this very citadel. Mycenaean is the culture that dominated mainland Greece, the Aegean islands, and the shores of Asia Minor during the late Bronze Age era (circa 1600-1100 BCE).

Meals included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Olympia in 4* Hotel Day

5: OLYMPIA-DELPHI

Visit the archaeological site with the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the altar of the Olympic flame, the Stadium and the archaeological museum. Olympia became the most important religious and athletic center in Greece. Its fame rests upon the Olympic Games, the greatest national festival and a highly prestigious one world-wide, which was held every four years to honor Zeus.

Visit Archaeological Museum of Olympia is a must, as it has some of the most important works of classical art such as the sculpted decoration of the temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the statue of Nike by Paionios and the famous Hermes of Praxiteles is major museum’s masterpieces. Equally important is the bronze collection, the richest of its kind in the world.

Departure for Delphi through Patras, the capital of the Peloponnese. Cross by the bridge from Rio to Antirion and passing by Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and from there on, along the coastal road to Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world.

Meals included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Delphi or Itea in 4* Hotel

Day 6: DELPHI-KALABAKA 

Delphi was truly a Pan-Hellenic site for the ancient Greeks; they all gathered here to celebrate Apollo and to get practical advice from the Pythia, the priestess. Aside from its historical importance, Delphi is a wondrously beautiful place. Morning visits the museum and the ruins of Delphi.

Delphi Archaeological Museum is one of the principal museums of Greece and one of the most visited. Mainly because of the breadth and quality of artifacts it includes. The permanent exhibition covers over a thousand years, from the Mycenaean era to the Greco-Roman times.

Meals included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Kalabaka in 4* Hotel

Day 7: KALABAKA-METEORA

Meteora is in a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, monks settled on these ‘columns of the sky’ from the 11th century onwards. Twenty-four of these monasteries were built, despite incredible difficulties, at the time of the great revival of the eremetic ideal in the 15th century. Their 16th-century frescoes mark a key stage in the development of post-Byzantine painting.

Return to Athens, passing the heroic monument of Leonidas of Sparta at Thermopylae. The Battle of Thermopylae is one of the most important battles in Greek and world history.

Meals included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens in 4* in Hotel

Day 8: ONE DAY CRUISE FROM POROS-HYDRA-AEGINA

First, stop Poros. Poros’ neoclassical buildings ascend the town’s hill like seats in an amphitheater. Walking through the narrow alleyways, among whitewashed houses wrapped in bougainvilleas, you’ll travel back in time. Stop at Hydra, Hydra, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica Hydra, built in the shape of an amphitheater on a slope overlooking the Argosaronic gulf, is one of the most romantic destinations in Greece. Traditional stone mansions, narrow cobblestoned streets, secluded squares and above all the banning of cars and the use of around 500 donkeys as means of public transportation, explain the reason why Hydra preserved its distinctive atmosphere through the passage of time.

Stop at Aegina. Even though the island small, it boasts a great number of sights and natural beauties, a highlight of which is the famous Aphaia Temple. It forms, in fact, an equilateral triangle with the Parthenon and the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, the so-called “holy triangle” of antiquity. Aegina town, the capital of the island, stands out for its well-preserved buildings.

Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens in 4* Hotel

Day 9: ATHENS WALKING FOOD TOUR

Each food walking tour includes mouth-watering food tastings from the various specialty and food shops that we will pass along the way on a different “off-the-beaten-path” gastronomical route around central Athens. A tour you surely do not want to miss while you are in Athens. Join us to embark on a gastronomical journey through some of the original and historical neighborhoods of Athens. We meet at Korai street where the tour begins. An array of colors sights and sounds engulf the visitor and, at once, activate the senses. Along the way, you will see fruit and spice stalls, colorful and enticing delicatessens, aromatic and tempting bakeries and sweet shops and of course the famous food market of Athens. We will expertly guide and explain things to you en route and provide valuable insight not only about the unique and intricate culinary heritage of the Greeks but also of the cuisine we have all come to know as the Mediterranean.

Meals included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Accommodation included: Overnight at Athens, in 4-star Hotel

Day 10: ATHENS-FLIGHT BLACK HOME

Transportation to the airport for the flight back home.

KALO TAXIDI!

Meals included: • Breakfast

No accommodation included on this day.

 

 

 

 

 

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unique

Unique Experiences

Our specialist tours allow us to share every aspect of Greece with you, so you can enjoy unique experiences.

For any interest you have, be it culture, wine, cuisine, history, or something more specialized, Porto Planet has the perfect tour for you.

Why PORTO PLANET ?

Outstanding Service

We specialise in helping you plan your custom itinerary to suit your interests, whether they be personal or professional

Guaranteed Quality

We frequently review our selection of hotels, accommodation, resorts, tour operators, vineyards, businesses and restaurants to ensure that everything we recommend offers you, the customer, a superior experience.

Your ideas and feedback will help us design your perfect trip.

ALL OF OUR TOURS CAN BE TAILORED

ANZAC DAY-History, Food, Wine Tour in Greece

ANZAC DAY-History, Food, Wine Tour in Greece

ANZAC DAY – History, Food and Wine Tour in Greece
ANZAC DAY – History, Food and Wine Tour in Greece
Athens–Corinth-Nafplion-Kalamata-Olympia-Chania-Rethymnon-Heraklion
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15 days, 14 nights

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18 April-2 May (all year on request)

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15 Days Explore Greece and ANZAC Day

Join us to commemorate Anzac Day in Greece and learn more about the 6th Australian Division’s involvement in the Allied withdrawal from Greece and the Battle for Crete. Visit significant battle sites and learn about the German attacks against the Greeks. Explore Athens’s informative War Museum and attend the Anzac Dawn service. See the WW1 Battleship the Averoff. Explore Athens’s informative War Museum and attend the ANZAC Dawn service. Discover Athens and walk through a mix of flavors, cultures, and contrasts, and take the opportunity to admire the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum.
In the Peloponnese, you will have the opportunity to admire the splendor of ancient Greece. Discover Ancient Olympia, the place where the Olympic Games were born, tour the “Mycenae” of Homer and mythical Atreides, visit Epidavros with its famous ancient theater, which is also the world’s finest open theater, and the Asclepieion – Unesco World Heritage Site. You will have the chance to sample the wines of the most diverse vineyard and discover its wealth while exchanging views and having fun, all from the authentic vineyards of the Peloponnese. We visited Kalamata one of the last evacuation beaches of ANZAC  troops.

The Battle of Crete Unternehmen Merkur, “Operation Mercury” was fought during the Second World War on the Greek island of Crete. It began on the morning of 20th May 1941, when Nazi Germany began an airborne invasion of Crete. Greek forces and other Allied forces, along with Cretan civilians, defended the island, which remains the most dramatic battle ever fought by ANZAC forces. Over 12 brutal days in May 1941 the Allies opposed a massive German airborne assault on the Mediterranean island of Crete. They almost succeeded.

Crete enchants each visitor. It captivates and captures the senses with its impressive and majestic landscape, but also with its spirit, history, and people. You will visit the most important sights of Greece – such as the Minoan Crete palace, Knossos. You will have the chance to admire the most famous monastery, the historic Arkadi Monastery, and magnificent churches of the 15th century and we visit the Army Museum of Rethymnon. Discover the secrets of the Cretan diet – Cretan cuisine is considered to be the best example of the Mediterranean diet, internationally accepted as the most healthy and complete diet plan.
The ambiance of Greece is legendary, with its food, its music, and the simple quality of its lifestyle. With a history dating back thousands of years, it is one of the most fascinating and inspiring travel experiences that you will ever have. The less well-known is the story of the ANZAC Corps created to fight in Greece during World War II. Relaxed, friendly, and enjoyable is the theme of this tour.
Follow Porto Planet on a journey of tastes and delights of culture, food, wine, and history!

ATHENS

ATHENS

ARKADION MONASTERY

NAFPLIO

RETHYMNON

CHANIA

PHALERON WAR CEMETERY

SOUDA CEMETERY WAR

We provide

  • Accommodation in 3*, 4* & 5* class hotels
  • ANZAC Day in Athens
  • 14 breakfasts -14 dinner
  • All transport to and from the excursions and to the  airport
  • 11 days exclusively chartered minivan or car with English speaking driver
  • 2 wine tours/tasting in the wineries and wineries entrance fee
  • Athens walking Food and tasting tours
  • Athens city tour including the Acropolis – Parthenon and the Archaeological Museum of Athens
  • Nauplion walking Food and tasting tours
  • Heraklion walking Food and tasting tours
  • All museum & archeological site entrance fees
  • A visit to the Museum and an archaeological site of the Mycenae and Epidaurus
  • A visit to the Museum and an archaeological site to the Olympia
  • A visit to the Museum and an archaeological site to the Corinth
  • A visit to the archaeological site of the Knossos
  • A visit to the Army Museum in Athens
  • A visit to the Army Museum to Rethymnon
  • Battlefield tours with historian
  • Visit Averoff Battleship
  •  Souda Bay War Cemetery
  • Overnight ferry to/from Crete

 

 

We do not provide

  • Air travel to/from Australia,
  • travel insurance,
  • personal expenses
  • laundry and alcohol
  • Tips for Drivers and Guide sips,
  • anything not mentioned above or below

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES

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Winery tours and wine tasting on the “wine routes” of Corinth and Argolis.
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You will visit the ancient theater of Epidaurus which, of all the ancient theaters, is the most beautiful and best preserved and renowned for its rare acoustics, and the Asklepieion – a Unesco World Cultural Heritage Monument and you will tour the “Mycenae” of Homer and mythical Atreides.

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You will visit Olympia, which was the most glorious sanctuary of ancient Greece dedicated to Zeus and was the venue for the ancient Olympic Games

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You will visit the Acropolis Museum and one of the most important monuments of the ancient Greek civilization – the Parthenon
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Visit Ancient Corinth and Canal of Corinth
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Visit Preveli Monastery where so many of ANZAC troops were given shelter prior to evacuation via submarine.
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Walking Foodie tours of Athens, Nafplio, Heraklion, with tasting
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The War Museum and the Averoff Battleship.

 

Day 1. ATHENS – ARRIVAL

Accommodation-Athens (Dinner)

DAY 2. ATHENS – ATHENS CITY TOUR & ACROPOLIS MUSEUM

Accommodation – Athens (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 3. ATHENS – GUIDE and WALKING FOOD TOUR-ATHENS

Accommodation at Athens (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 4. CORINTH-CORINTH CANAL-ANCIENT CORINTH-CORINTH WINE ROAD-NAFPLION:

Accommodation Nafplion. (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 5. NAFPLION-MYCENAE-ARGOLIDA WINE ROAD-EPIDAUROS- WALKING FOOD TOUR –NAFPLIO

Accommodation Nafplion (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 6. NAFPLION-KALAMATA-OLYMPIA

Accommodation Olympia (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 7. OLYMPIA-ATHENS

Accommodation-Athens  (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 8. ATHENS-ANZAC DAY-FERRY

Accommodation on Board (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 9. CHANIA-MALEME AREA-SOUDA BAY-CHANIA

Accommodation at Chania (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 10. CHANIA-SFAKIA-PREVELI MONASTERY-RETHYMNON

Accommodation – Rethymnon (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 11. RETHYMNON-ARMY MUSEUM

Accommodation Rethymnon (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 12. RETHYMNON -BATTLEFIELD AT HERAKLION- GUIDED AND FOOD TOUR-HERAKLION

Accommodation Heraklion (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 13. HERAKLION-KNOSSOS PALACE- FERRY

Accommodation on Board (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 14. ATHENS- WAR MUSEUM-AVEROFF BATTLESHIP

Accommodation Athens (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 15. ATHENS-FLIGHT BACK HOME

Transportation to the airport for the flight back home (Breakfast)

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Day 1. ATHENS – ARRIVAL

Arrival. Reception at the airport. Transportation and check into our hotel. You will have the rest of the day to relax or take a stroll along the streets of Athens to enjoy the flavor of the city.

Accommodation-Athens (Dinner)

DAY 2. ATHENS – ATHENS CITY TOUR & ACROPOLIS MUSEUM

From the Acropolis to Omonia Square and with a half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour, you’ll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens. The Athens half-day tour departs for a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first  Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built out of white marble. Proceed and pass by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.  You will then pass the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral,  Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church, and finally Acropolis.  Visit Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, and Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens. Continue the expert-guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour with a pleasant short walk, passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, to visit the  Acropolis Museum.

Accommodation – Athens (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 3. ATHENS-GUIDE and WALKING FOOD TOUR-ATHENS

Begin your walking culinary tour with traditional sweets and finger food like the koulouri (a circular bread encrusted with sesame seeds) and the famous bougasta (a pastry consisting of either semolina custard, cheese, or minced meat filling between layers of phyllo).

Head to the Athens Agora and see the amazing range of spices, cheeses, olives, meat, fish, and fruit on offer. Here, find a plethora of traditional tavernas. After you visit the market, enjoy a brief break for a cup of traditional Greek coffee in one of the oldest coffee shops in Greece.

Next, visit a folklore art shop and the beautiful Kotzia Square, situated just outside the ancient Archarnian Gate of Classical Athens. Stop at one of the oldest and best souvlaki houses in Greece for a taste of real souvlaki.

End the tour by admiring the astonishing Acropolis in one of the most authentic restaurants in the city.

Accommodation at Athens (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 4. CORINTH-CORINTH CANAL-ANCIENT CORINTH-CORINTH WINE ROAD-NAFPLION:

We will visit the Canal of Corinth. On 25 April, the Germans staged an airborne operation to seize the bridges over the Corinth Canal with the double aim of cutting off the British line of retreat and securing their way across the Isthmus. The 1st SS Motorised Infantry Regiment (LSSAH), crossed over to the Peloponnese at Patras to gain access to the isthmus from the west. Australians in 1942 were preparing to evacuate to Crete in the face of German rapid advancement.

After we will visit ancient Corinth. Ancient Corinth was an important city-state of the ancient Peloponnese and was considered the richest city in the ancient world.

We will visit the Corinthian Wine Route The Corinthian Wine Roads cover most of the wine-growing zone of the PDO Nemea wines, which is the largest in Greece, both in the area of vineyards and in production (2nd on a geographic area).

We will visit a winery and taste local and foreign varieties. The vineyard of Nemea is the kingdom of Agiorgitiko, but it is also planted elsewhere in the Peloponnese, Greece, and … in the world. Nemea, with the homonymous PDO Nemea wine, is the largest wine red wine designation zone in Greece. After the wine tours, we will head to Nafplion the first capital of Greece.

Accommodation Nafplion. (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 5. NAFPLION-MYCENAE-ARGOLIDA WINE ROAD-EPIDAUROS- WALKING FOOD TOUR -NAFPLION

We will visit Mycenae, one of the largest centers of Greek civilization, forming a strong military fortress that dominated most of southern Greece. The period of Greek history between 1600 BC and around 1100 BC is called “Mycenaean,” referring to Mycenae. You will admire it(most of the gold and are characterized by their marvelous art), the treasure of Atreas (vaulted tomb), the vaulted tomb of Clytemnestra, the Lions Gate, the Royal Palace, the temple, the North Gate as well as the Underground Tank, etc .;

Then we will take the Argolida wine road and visit the local winery.

After the wine tasting and tour, we will visit Epidaurus and the Asklepieion. The theater of Epidaurus is considered the finest ancient Greek theater in terms of acoustics and aesthetics. With a maximum capacity of 13,000 – 14,000 spectators, the theater hosted the musicians, song, and drama struggles included in the worship of Asklepios. The Asclepieion of Epidaurus became the most famous of all aspicides in ancient Greece because of the many serious cases that were cured there. In this, they arrived from all over Greece and the Mediterranean basin sick, begging for divine mercy. Its area was very large and it had hostels, a gym, a stage and the famous, for its acoustics, Theater, for the entertainment of the people. Return to Nafplion and take a walk through the local tastes of the area.

Accommodation Nafplion (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 6. NAFPLION-KALAMATA-OLYMPIA

After breakfast, we travel to Olympia with a deviation to Kalamata.  Driving from Argos to Kalamata from where most Allied units had already begun to evacuate, they reached the south coast on 29 April, where they were joined by SS troops arriving from Pyrgos. The fighting on the Peloponnese consisted of small-scale engagements with isolated groups of British troops who had been unable to reach the evacuation point. The Germans captured around 8,000 Commonwealth (including 2,000 Cypriot and Palestinian) and Yugoslav troops in Kalamata who had not been evacuated while liberating many Italian prisoners from POW camps. Arriving, Olympia.

Accommodation Olympia (Breakfast / Dinner)

 

Day 7. OLYMPIA-ATHENS

We will admire the archaeological site of Olympia as the cradle of the Olympic Games. Olympia was the most glorious sanctuary of ancient Greece, dedicated to Zeus. It was the venue for the Olympic Games that took place during the Olympic Games, the most important celebration of Greeks during most of antiquity and is one of the UNESCO cultural monuments.

We will take the way back to Athens. After we arrive in Athens and the necessary rest, you will have the opportunity to admire through a gastronomic excursion the incredible flavors and perfumes from the capital of Greece.

Accommodation-Athens  (Breakfast / Dinner)

 

DAY 8. ATHENS-ANZAC DAY-FERRY

ANZAC Day is a very special day on the 75th Anniversary of the battles that were taking place near Athens as the Australians were gathering to evacuate to Crete. This will be, we believe the 5th actual Dawn Service as many ANZAC Day Services in the past have been at 1100. An early wake-up call before coffee and tea in our hotel lobby then off to the Service. On arrival, you will be ushered into an area towards the front of the Service area. After the Service, there will be time at the Cemetery to inspect the area before our coach arrives to take us into Athens for our special breakfast. In the afternoon we have dinner and we board the ferry for our overnight trip to Crete.

Accommodation on Board  (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 9. CHANIA-MALEME AREA-SOUDA BAY-CHANIA

Early arrival in Chania, early breakfast before we meet our guide for our tour of the Chania/Maleme Area. In the early afternoon, we tour Souda Bay War Cemetery before settling into our hotel in Chania.

Accommodation at Chania (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 10. CHANIA-SFAKIA-PREVELI MONASTERY-RETHYMNON

 Today we head across the island where we will traverse the evacuation route and visit the evacuation beach at Sfakia. We then proceed east along the coast past small villages until we arrive at Preveli Monastery where many of our men were given shelter before evacuation via submarine.

Accommodation – Rethymnon (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 11. RETHYMNON-ARMY MUSEUM:

Breakfast in our hotel,  before being able to use this extra day here on Crete to look more closely at the battlefield of Rethymnon.  A visit to the Army Museum before a free afternoon in Rethymnon to complete some shopping in this quaint old pirate town.

Accommodation Rethymnon (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 12. RETHYMNON -BATTLEFIELD AT HERAKLION- GUIDED AND FOOD TOUR-HERAKLION

We enjoyed breakfast at your hotel before we set out to visit the battlefield at Heraklion.

Walking the streets of the city and experiencing unique flavors that will elevate your palate to heaven!

Heraklion has a unique foodie culture and an irreverent charm.  Walking food tour allows you to experience local epicurean vibes by tasting delicious food, combined with fascinating culture, history, and ancient architecture.

This food and cultural walking tour is suitable for all ages – it is an easy 1.5-mile walk, so you can enjoy a stroll through the heart of Heraklion city while learning about the unique history and culture of this historical town.

By joining this walk you will sample the fantastic array of multicultural dining that Crete has to offer. We will take you to several unique ouzo and raki places, plus pastry, cheese, and coffee shops so you can try a variety of delicious foods while learning about their cultural background. Immerse yourself in the daily life of the locals of Heraklion, and you will enjoy the most authentic local cuisine

Accommodation Heraklion (Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 13. HERAKLION-KNOSSOS PALACE- FERRY

Early arrival in  Heraklion battlefield and visit the Palace of Knossos – the center of Minoan civilization also visit  Archanes, where the kidnapping of General Kraipe took place

In the afternoon we take dinner before boarding the ferry for our overnight cruise back to Athens.

Accommodation on Board (Breakfast / Dinner)

 DAY 14. ATHENS- WAR MUSEUM-AVEROFF BATTLESHIP

This morning you visit the War Museum and the Averoff Battleship.  Return to the hotel and the remainder of the day is free to relax go souvenir shopping or continue your sightseeing.

Accommodation Athens (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 15. ATHENS-FLIGHT BACK HOME

Sadly your ANZAC Day Greece Tour ends and transportation to the airport for the flight back home. You may wish to extend your travels. (Breakfast)

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Athens, Μeteora, Delphi, Ancient Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae, Nafplio, Cave Capsa, Madineia, Nemea, Sparta, Mystras, Ancient Corinth,Sounio Cape
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Enjoy an educational tour visiting the best of classical Greece. Immerse yourself in 5000 years of history while exploring the ruins the ancient Greeks left behind. Explore the glory of ancient Greece with this unique tour and visit and enjoy seven of UNESCO’S world heritage sites.You will have the chance to sample the wines of most diverse vineyards and discovering its wealth while exchanging views and having fun. You will try wines from native varieties like Agiorgitiko, Moschofilero, Moschato,  all from the authentic vineyards of the Peloponnese. You will taste local flavors from all the regions – each has it’s own specialty!

ATHENS

EPIDAUROS

NEMEA

METEORA

ISTHMUS OF CORINTH

MYSTRAS

MYCENAE

CAVE CAPSIA

We provide

  • Services of a professional and licensed guide
  • Fuel and road taxes
  • 1 night accommodation at Kalambaka / Meteora at A Class**** / double occupancy
  • A visit to Meteora and  private tour guide on site
  • 1 night accommodation at Delphi at A Class**** / double occupancy
  • A visit to archaeological sites of Delphi – guiding included /entrance fees
  • 1 night accommodation at Olympia at A Class**** / double occupancy
  • A visit to archaeological site of Olympia and private tour guide on site/entrance fees
  • 2 nights accommodation at Nafplion at fine 3 star**** / double occupancy
  • A visit to the archaeological sites of Mycenae and Epidavros – guiding included /entrance fees
  • 4 nights accommodation at Athens at A Class**** / double occupancy
  • All transport to and from the excursions
  • Breakfast each morning
  • Dinner – 9 days
  • Athens city tours & Acropolis Museum
  • 3 wine tours/tasting
  • Visit Kapsia Cave and entrance fees
  • Wineries – entrance fees included
  • Visit to the Byzantine city of Mystras – entrance fees are extra
  • Visit to the Ancient Corinth – entrance fees are extra
  • Walking Athens food tour
    Visit Cape Sounio and the temple of Poseidon entrance fees included

We do not provide

 

  • Anything not mentioned above
  • Tips/gratuites (optional)
  • Drinks and beverages

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES

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Corinth Canal and ancient Corinth site
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Corinth Canal and ancient Corinth site
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Visit Cape Sounio and Temple of Poseidon
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Mycenae archaeological site and Ancient theater of Epidaurus
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Visit Meteora – it is the second most important monastic complex in Greece, after Mount Athos, and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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You will visit Olympia, which was the most glorious sanctuary of ancient Greece dedicated to Zeus and was the venue for the ancient Olympic Games
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You will visit one of the most important centers of Greek culture in Mycenae and also visit the ‘dead state’ of Mystra, which was the capital of the Byzantine Despotate of Mystras
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Delphi site & museum
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You will visit the ancient theater of Epidaurus which is the most beautiful and best preserved of all the ancient theaters, renowned for its rare acoustics
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Panoramic tour of Athens city centre, photo stop at the Panathinaikon Stadium, a guided tour of Acropolis, Parthenon,and the Acropolis Museum, see the Erecthion with Caryatids
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3 guided wine tasting tours
 

DAY 1  ATHENS
Arrival Athens airport
(Dinner)

Accommodation – Athens

DAY 2  ATHENS – ATHENS CITY TOUR & ACROPOLIS MUSEUM
(Breakfast – Dinner)

Accommodation – Athens

DAY 3 ATHENS – EPIDAUROS – MYCEANE – OLYMPIA
(Breakfast – Dinner)

Accommodation – Olympia

DAY 4  OLYMPIA – DELPHI
(Breakfast – Dinner)

Accommodation Delphi

DAY 5  DELPHI – KALAMBAKA
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Kalambaka

DAY 6  KALAMBAKA – METEORA – THERMOPYLAE – ATHENS
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Athens

DAY 7  ATHENS – ANCIENT CORINTH – WINERY – NAFPLIO
(Breakfast)

Accommodation – Nafplio

DAY 8  NAFPLIO – MYSTRAS – WINERY
(Breakfast)

Accommodation – Nafplio

DAY 9  NAFPLIO – KAPSA CAVE – WINERY – ATHENS

(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation-Athens

DAY 10 ATHENS WALKING FOOD TOUR

(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommondation-Athens

DAY 11 ATHENS – CAPE SOUNIO TOUR

Accommodation-Athens

DAY 12 ATHENS-FLIGHT BACK HOME 
(Breakfast)

Thank you for coming. Have a nice flight back home! KALO TAXIDI

 

 

 

DAY 1 ATHENS – ARRIVAL
Arrival and reception at the airport, transportation and check into hotel.  Lunch and dinner depends on your arrival time
(Dinner)

Accommodation – Athens

DAY 2 ATHENS – ATHENS CITY TOUR & ACROPOLIS MUSEUM

From the Acropolis to Omonia Square and with a half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour, you’ll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens. The Athens half-day tour departs for a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first  Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built out of white marble. Proceed and pass by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.  You will then pass the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral,  Old Parliament, Constitution Square ,Russian Orthodox Church, and finally Acropolis.  Visit Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon and Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens. Continue the expert-guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour with a pleasant short walk, passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the  Acropolis museum.
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Athens

DAY 3  ATHENS – EPIDAUROS – MYCENAE – OLYMPIA

Depart from Athens for the Corinth Canal (short stop) then drive to Epidaurus and visit the Ancient Theatre, world famous for its outstanding acoustics. Proceed to Nauplia (shortstop) and through the plain of Argos, arriving at Mycenae. Visit the archaeological site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. In the afternoon (after an optional stop for souvenirs) depart for Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games.
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Olympia

DAY 4  OLYMPIA – DELPHI

Visit the archaeological site with the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the altar of the Olympic flame, the Stadium and the archaeological museum. Depart via Patras (shortstop) to Rion, cross the Corinthian bay by the  bridge to Antirion. Pass by the city of Nafpaktos and from there on,  along the coastal road to Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world. In the afternoon visit the picturesque mountain village of Arachova.
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Delphi

DAY 5  DELPHI – KALAMBAKA 

Visit the archaeological site  and the Museum of Delphi.  Delphi, is an ancient Greek city in which the most important oracle of the ancient Greek world operated. Depart for Kalambaka via central Greece (short stop by Lamia). Overnight stay in Kalambaka, a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks and crowned by the Meteora Monasteries.
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Kalambaka

DAY 6  KALAMBAKA – METEORA – THERMOPYLAE – ATHENS

Leave in the morning for nearby Meteora to visit the Byzantine monasteries. Return to Athens, passing the heroic monument of Leonidas of Sparta at Thermopylae. The Battle of Thermopylae is one of the most important battles in Greek and world history.
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Athens

DAY 7  ATHENS – ANCIENT CORINTH – WINERY – NAFPLIO

Depart from Athens for the Ancient Corinth. The Ancient Corinth was one of the largest and most important cities of Greece, with a population of 90,000 in 400 BC. Visit the archaeological site of ancient Corinth, an important trading city in Greek and Roman times that stood at the meeting point of southern and northern Greece. Explore the ruined temples, bathhouse, forum and theater, and see the bema — a stone platform where it’s believed St Paul once stood in front of gathered judges. We will drive the Corinthian wine route which covers most of the wine growing zone of the PDO Nemea wines. This is the largest in Greece, both in the area of vineyards and in production (2nd on a geographic area). We will visit a winery and taste local and foreign varieties. The vineyard of Nemea is the kingdom of Agiorgitiko, but it is also planted elsewhere in the Peloponnese, Greece and … in the world. Nemea, with the homonymous PDO Nemea wine, is the largest red wine designation zone in Greece. After the wine tour we will head to Nafplion in the first capital of Greece.
(Breakfast)

Accommodation – Nafplion

DAY 8  NAFPLIO – MYSTRAS – WINERY

After breakfast, we depart from Nafplio to Mystras. You will visit the ‘dead state’ of Mystra which was the capital of the Byzantine Despotate of Mystras. The mountaintop city of Mystras is a UNESCO World Heritage site and among the most impressive Byzantine ruins in Greece. You can view a Byzantine church and fortress as well as do a lot of hiking around the area. Afterwards, we will head off on the road of Laconia wine and visit a winery where we will taste do some wine tasting before heading back to Nafplio and the afternoon is free.
(Breakfast)

Accommodation – Nafplio

DAY 9  NAFPLIO – KAPSA CAVE – WINERY – ATHENS

Arrive in Arcadia and visit the Kapsia Cave which is 15 km away from Tripoli and 1.5 km from the village of Kapsia. Experts rank it in the list of the 10 most valuable caves in the Greek territory. It is located on the periphery of the closed geological basin of the Mantinea Plateau and is connected to the complex system of natural sinks that characterize the aquifer. Among the findings of the cave are human bones and earthenware utensils. One of the places in the cave of Kapsia is named ‘Hall of the Wonders’ where explosive colors of red, yellow and blue create a work of art of incomparable beauty made of nature itself.
We will taste the wine of Arcadia and will visit two wineries.
Arcadia has a lot to tell about wine and it is no accident that the god Dionysus and his faithful follower Panas, according to mythology, lived in Mainalo. There, among the mountains of Parnonas and Mainalos are hidden the vineyards of the strong PDO zone of Mantineia. Approximately 5,500 acres are cultivated with one of the most important white Greek varieties, Moschofilero. Finally, we return back to Athens and the afternoon is free.
(Breakfast-Dinner)

Accommodation – Athens

DAY 10 ATHENS WALKING FOOD TOUR
Each food walking tour includes mouth watering food tastings from the various specialty and food shops that we will pass along the way on a different “off-the-beaten-path” gastronomical route around central Athens. A tour you surely do not want to miss while you are in Athens.
Join us to embark on a gastronomical journey through some of the original and historical neighborhoods of Athens. We meet at the Korai street where the tour begins. An array of colors sights and sounds engulf the visitor and, at once, activate the senses.
Along the way you will see fruit and spice stalls, colorful and enticing delicatessens, aromatic and tempting bakeries and sweet shops and of course the famous food market of Athens. We will expertly guide and explain things to you en route and provide valuable insight not only about the unique and intricate culinary heritage of the Greeks but also of the cuisine we have all come to know as Mediterranean.
(Breakfast – Dinner)
Accommodation – Athens

DAY 11 ATHENS – CAPE SOUNIO TOUR 

Escape & experience beautiful blue Greek beaches and the impressive Temple of Poseidon on a fantastic private day trip experience!
(Breakfast – Dinner)
Accommodation – Athens

DAY 12  ATHENS-FLIGHT BACK HOME 

Transportation to the airport for the flight back home.
(Breakfast)

Thank you for coming. Have a nice flight back home! KALO TAXIDI!

 

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