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NORTHERN GREECE - ESCORTED MAINLAND TOUR |
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DAY
01 - Athens / Delphi / Kalambaka: |
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Drive
through the fertile plain of Beotia region, passes by the towns
of Thebes, Levadia and via the picturesque village of Arachova,
arrives in Delphi. Visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum.
Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of astonishing
complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks.. Stay overnight in Kalambaka. |
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DAY
02 - Meteora Monasteries / Dion / Thessaloniki: |
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Visit
Meteora, among striking scenery, perched on the top of huge
rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries,
where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Depart
from Kalambaka, drive through the plain of Thessaly and the
valley of Tempi, arrive and visit the Archaeological Park of
Dion. Admire also the gigantic figure of Mount Olympos, the
highest mountain in Greece and home of the 12 Gods of Mythology.
After the visit depart for Thessaloniki, the second largest
and the most vibrant city in Greece.. Overnight
in Thessaloniki. |
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DAY
03 - Kastoria / Edessa / Pella / Thessaloniki: |
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Depart
in the morning for the Macedonian hinterland and the town of
Kastoria, renown center of the fur industry and also famous
for its Lake and its 75 Byzantine churches. A Neolithic Lake
Settlement 7000 years old, was discovered here and you will
be able to stroll through and admire the reconstruction of the
village which represents the contemporary museological concept.
After Kastoria continue driving in the plateau of Western Macedonia
and arrive in the picturesque town of Edessa. Here you can see
the town’s famous landmark, the Waterfalls. Then, proceed
to Pella, the capital of Alexander the Great. See the exquisite
floor mosaics of the 4th century b.C. villas, in situ as well
as in the local Museum. Return to Thessaloniki. Overnight in
Thessaloniki. |
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DAY
04 - Thessaloniki: |
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Visit
Thessaloniki and feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of
the oldest and most
characteristic churches of the Christian world as well as in
the Museum of Byzantine Culture, Rest of the day free, to enjoy
time in the lively center of the city. Overnight Thessaloniki. |
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DAY
05 - Vergina / Return Athens: |
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Drive
to Vergina, to live the experience of a visit to the unique
Museum, created in the Great Tumulus covering the royal tombs
of Macedonia. See the astonishing findings from the tomb of
King Philip II, Alexander’s father, and feel the thrill
of the greatest discovery of the 20th century. After the visit
we shall start driving south and through Thessaly, Lamia,
Thermopylae (see the Leonidas’ Monument from across
the road) and Thebes, arrive in Athens late in the afternoon..
-Accommodation
in Athens is not included before of at the end of this tour,
optional extra.
-For visit of the Monastery ladies need to wear a skirt, gentlemen
long trousers. |
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2010
Departure dates: |
24th
April / 15th May / 29th May / 26th June / 17th July / 11th Sept /
25th Sept / 9th October |
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2010
Tour Rate: |
680
Euro per person sharing in double/twin room, First class hotel accommodation |
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..04
nights First Class hotel accomodation including breakfasts & dinners
..Guiding in English and the main entrance fees required
..Transport in A/C non-smoking tour coach
..Taxes and handling services
Please use the Booking/Enquiry Form to make your request. |
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