5 Days Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora Tour from Athens
Overview
Embark on a remarkable five-day exploration of Greece! Our carefully curated travel plan offers an in-depth journey into Greek heritage, with visits to iconic locations including Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, and Meteora. Reserve your experience now for an unforgettable adventure!
Itinerary
Day 1Athens to Nafplion via the Corinth Canal
We will pick you up from select spots in Athens (departure at approx 8:45) and take the coastal road to the Corinth Canal, where we will make a short stop. Back on the road and onto the Theatre of Epidaurus, a monument to the arts and a structure famous for its remarkable acoustics.
We will then proceed to the town of Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece, where we will stop for the night.
- Overnight in Nafplion
- Included Meal(s): Dinner
Day 2Nafplion to Olympia via Mycenae
You have the morning free to explore Nafplion and pick up mementos of your trip. Around noon, we will depart for Mycenae where we will visit the archaeological site and museum. Then it's off to Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic games, through the scenic routes of Central Peloponnese, as well as the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis.
It is there that we will stop for the night.
- Overnight in Olympia
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3Olympia to Delphi
You cannot visit Olympia and not pay tribute to the ruler of Olympus, so that is what we will do in the morning with a visit to the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the archaeological museum. Afterwards, we will take a drive through the plains of Ilia and Achaia and the magnificent bridge of Rio-Antirio which connects the two sides of the Corinthian Bay.
We will pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea, to arrive in Delphi, our own sanctuary for the night.
- Overnight in Delphi
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4Delphi to Kalambaka
In the morning, we will visit the archaeological site where the Oracle once stood and then depart for Kalambaka, passing some picturesque villages of Central Greece along the way.
- Overnight in Kalambaka
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5Visit Meteora and Return to Athens
Visit Meteora, a geological marvel of vast, rock pillars rising up from the valley to create a unique spectacle that is a testament to wonders of nature. On top of the pillars, stand Byzantine Monasteries, of immeasurable historical and religious importance.
Afterwards you will make your way back via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae (where a short stop to see Leonidas' Monument across the road is in order) and finally arrive at Athens early in the evening (approx. 19:00).
- Included Meal(s): Breakfast
What's included
- Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
- Visit the Epidaurus Theater
- Visit the Mycenae Archaeological site & Tomb of Agamemnon
- Visit the Olympia Archaeological site & Museum
- Visit the Delphi Archaeological site & Museum
- Visit the Meteora Monasteries (2 monasteries)
- 1-night First Class hotel accommodation in Nafplion
- 1-night First Class hotel accommodation in Olympia
- 1-night First Class hotel accommodation in Delphi
- 1-night First Class hotel accommodation in Kalambaka (Meteora area)
- 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners
- VAT for all services
What's not included
- International airfare & airport taxes
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and/or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
- Stayover hotel tax, to be paid directly to the hotel (cost per overnight per room: 5 star - 4 €, 4 star - 3 €, 3 star - 1,5 €)
Frequently asked questions
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, you must notify All Istanbul Tours at least 5 days before the tour starts. For a cancellation or date-change request received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from the paid balance. For a cancellation or date-change request received less than 5 days before the tour starts, the full amount paid is non-refundable. If a traveler does not appear for the booked service, the reservation is treated as a no-show and the full amount paid is non-refundable.
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