Classical Greece
Classical Greece
Classical Greece
8 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Europe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
RG-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 36
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please Advise Request
Tour operated in:
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Interests:
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Tour Overview
What will you need to pack for this enlightening tour of Classical Greece? A sun hat, your thinking cap, and your competitive spirit for starters. Thought-provoking scenery and stories await in the land of powerful Sun Gods, ancient philosophers, and legendary Olympians. From the world-famous Acropolis in Athens to the sacred Temples of Olympia, and the mountainside excavations of Delphi to the monastery-topped rock formations of Meteora, you’ll walk in the footsteps of Greece’s most renowned and mystical figures—and dance in them, too. A glass of traditional ouzo will loosen your joints to learn the lively steps of the sirtaki, made famous in the classic movie Zorba the Greek. A toe-tapping, hands-on adventure, you’ll also learn the secrets of Mediterranean cuisine and how to make traditional tzatziki cucumber dip. Don’t forget to bring your appetite, too!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Athens,Greece
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zafolia
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: Athens
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zafolia
Meals Included: Breakfast
ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 3: Athens,Corinth,Mycenae,Epidaurus,Nauplia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amalia
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CORINTH Cross the canal and visit ancient Corinth.MYCENAE Free time for lunch. Guided visit of the excavations and museum.EPIDAURUS Guided visit to the 2,300-year-old open-air auditorium before continuing to Nauplia. 132 mi / 212 km
Day 4: Nauplia,Olympia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Drouva Olympia Greece
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains.OLYMPIA Join a guided visit to the archaeological site and the museum. [LF] Attend a cooking demonstration this evening to learn how to make traditional Greek tzatziki. 112 mi / 181 km
Day 5: Olympia,Patras,Delphi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amalia
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive by the busy seaport of Patras.DELPHI Join a guided visit to the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening, [LF] learn how to dance the sirtaki while sipping a glass of ouzo. 149 mi / 239 km
Day 6: Delphi,Meteora Area
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amalia
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive past Lamia and Trikala en route to Kalambaka.METEORA Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen’s Monasteries. 155 mi / 249 km
Day 7: Meteora Area,Thermopylae,Athens
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zafolia
Meals Included: Breakfast
THERMOPYLAE Stop at the battle site.ATHENS Free time late afternoon and evening. 236 mi / 380 km
Day 8: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Fully Guided
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar, and room service are not included.
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Additional Meals
Meals other than those specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for tour director, driver, and local guides are not included.
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Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are not included unless specified.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Acropolis Athens|Archeological site of Mycenae|Meteora|Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus
Meals
Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners
Accommodation
Athens:ZafoliaAthens:Stanley HotelNauplia:Amalia NaupliaOlympia:Amalia OlympiaOlympia:EuropaDelphi:Amalia DelphiMeteora Area:Amalia Kalambaka
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years and above
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Will I know the names & details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accomanying this tour?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Low Deposit
Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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