5-Day Classical Greece: Nafplion, Olympia & Delphi
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Explore the rich history of Classical Greece on a memorable five-day round trip from and to fascinating Athens!
Stroll the beautifully arranged streets of this mesmerising ancient city, indulge in the relaxed atmosphere, enjoy the friendliness of the locals, and let the world-famous Acropolis amaze your eyes.
Over the course of the trip, you'll learn about Greece's rich history from an expert guide, see UNESCO-listed sites such as the beautiful Sanctuary of Asclepius and discover the Delphi Archaeological Museum.
It is guaranteed to be an unforgettable holiday in Greece!
Stroll the beautifully arranged streets of this mesmerising ancient city, indulge in the relaxed atmosphere, enjoy the friendliness of the locals, and let the world-famous Acropolis amaze your eyes.
Over the course of the trip, you'll learn about Greece's rich history from an expert guide, see UNESCO-listed sites such as the beautiful Sanctuary of Asclepius and discover the Delphi Archaeological Museum.
It is guaranteed to be an unforgettable holiday in Greece!
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Athens!
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Today, you'll arrive at Athens Airport where your private driver and car will be waiting for you. You'll then drive to your Athens city centre hotel where you'll check-in. You'll then have the option to spend the day on a variety of tours including a half-day sightseeing tour of all of Athens' key attractions including the Acropolis, an afternoon Cape Sounion Tour or an Athens by Night tour.
Accommodation
Hotel Achilleas★3 star
Activities
Attica Riviera and Cape Sounion Sunset TourOptional Activity: AU$ 322 per person
Athens Riviera Night CruiseOptional Activity: AU$ 192 per person
Athens Nightlife TourOptional Activity: AU$ 270 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens International Airport to Hotel Achilleas
Destinations
Athens
Sounion
Vouliagmeni
Day 2
Travel to Ancient Olympia via Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and Mycenae
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Today, you'll leave Athens by the coastal road and head to the Corinth Canal. You'll then drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidauros, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Then, you'll proceed to the town of Nauplion and continue on to the Archaeological Site of Mycenae and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then, you'll leave for Olympia driving through the Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis.
Accommodation
Neda★3 star
Activities
Corinth Canal
Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Nafplio
Mycenae
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens to Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Private Driver from Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus to Archaeological site of Mycenae
Private Driver from Archaeological site of Mycenae to Neda
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Athens
Decentralized Administration of Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian
Epidavros
Archea Olimpia
Day 3
Ancient Olympia Tour and Journey to Delphi
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In the morning, you'll tour the Ancient Olympia Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum with your local guide. Then, you'll hop in the car and drive through the plains of Eliad and Achaia to the magnificent bridge which crosses the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. You'll pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea before you arrive in Delphi in time for dinner.
Accommodation
Parnassos Delphi Hotel★3 star
Activities
Archaeological Site of Olympia
Archaeological Museum of Olympia
Transportations
Private Driver from Neda to Parnassos Delphi Hotel -ΔΕΛΦΟΙ
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Archea Olimpia
Decentralized Administration of Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian
Delphi
Day 4
Explore Delphi Archaeological Site and Drive Back to Athens
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In the morning, you'll visit the Delphi Archaeological Site and the Museum with your local guide. You'll then have some free time in Delphi before departing and driving through the village of Arachova, renowned for its colourful rugs and carpets. You'll return to Athens via Levadia and Thebes. You'll arrive in the later afternoon/early evening and have the rest of your day free to enjoy your final night in Athens.
Accommodation
Hotel Achilleas★3 star
Activities
Delphi Archaeological Museum
ArachovaOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Delphi to Athens
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Delphi
Decentralized Administration of Thessaly and Central Greece
Arachova
Athens
Day 5
Departure from Athens
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After breakfast, your private driver will come to pick you up to drive you to the airport for your departure flight.
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens Cypria Hotel to Athens International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
Included in Price
- 4 nights accommodation
- 7 activities
- 4 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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