Overview
A good choice for history buffs and those that wish to add something a little different than just island hopping. During this 03-day escorted group tour you can discover a few of the historical sites that played a role in various Greek myths & legends. Also available on private basis for those that do not wish to join on a coach tour.
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Tour Dates
Winter : November to March every Monday only (excluding Christmas/New Year)
Summer : April to October every Monday, Tuesday & Saturday
Also available on the following Thursdays : 23/04 - 07/05 - 14/05 - 28/05 - 11/06 - 25/06 - 02/07 - 16/07 - 06/08 - 20/08 - 10/09 - 17/09 - 24/09 - 01/10 -
Tour Rates
Tourist Class: 355Euro per person in double
First Class: 415Euro per person in double
Tour itinerary
Day 01 - Athens to Olympia:
Leave from Athens by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (short stop). Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Then proceed to the town of Nauplion (short photo stop), drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games.
meals: dinner included
Day 02 - Olympia to Delphi:
In the morning visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Eliad and Achaia until the magnificent bridge crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive in Delphi.
meals: breakfast & dinner included
Day 03 - Delphi to Athens:
Visit the Archaeological Site and Museum in Delphi. Then some free time before departing on the drive back to Athens via Arachova, Levadia and Thebes. Arrive Athens early evening around 18:30-19:00.
meals: breakfast included
*Accommodation in Athens before/after tour not included, optional add-on