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Absolutely Greek

8 Days Starting and ending in Athens

Visiting: Athens, Idra, Poros, Aegina, Archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Olympia, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Delphi, Kalabaka

Tour operator:

ESKAPAS

Tour code:

92323

Recommended For:

50 plus, Family-Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 35

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

6-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$1696

$1620 (USD) Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$76

NB: Prices correct on 17-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Greece is an exciting destination with turquoise waters and ancient ruins. From the Acropolis to the hilltop monasteries of the Meteora, the beautiful islands of Hydra – Poros – Aegina to Epidavros, Mycenae, the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus where one of the seven wonders of the ancient world was hosted. This ancient land with many facets has all the assets to to seduce you. Mythology, History, Mediterranean art, generous sun ... Absolutely Greek is the perfect tour in Greece that offers the perfect cocktail for a successful holiday!

Highlights

Saronic islands cruise with lunch : Hydra – Poros – Aegina
Acropolis visit with the new museum
Round trip airport transfers (arrival and departure)
Centrally located 3*** hotel in Athens and First class 4**** hotels during the mainland tour.
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners & 1 lunch

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Athens Arrival

Location: Athens

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

On arrival you will be met by our assistant and transferred to your hotel Central 3*** or similar in the city center. Transfer will be made by our minibus or taxi driver. Rest of the day at leisure.
Meals: N/A

Day 2 : Athens City Tour

Location: Athens

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first Olympic Games of the modern era, where we will make a short stop. As we continue our trip, we will pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex Royal Palace), guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy of Athens, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). One cannot take a tour of Athens without visiting the Acropolis, one of the world's most prominent sites and a symbol for democracy in the Western world! It is there that you will explore architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Pericles. From the Propylaea, to the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and of course the Parthenon, a place where 'there is harmony between material and spirit', a the monument that 'restores order in the mind', as ancient Greeks used to say. Your last stop will be the modern Acropolis Museum, with nearly 4,000 exhibits of Hellenism housed inside.

Departure approximately at 08:45 - Return approximately at 13:30
Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 : Saronic Gulf Island Cruise: Hydra – Poros – Aegina

Location: Idra, Poros, Aegina, Athens

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

07.30 a.m. Transfer by motor coach from Athens center to Piraeus port to embark on the cruise ship in order to start the full day cruise to the 3 beautiful Islands of Hydra – Poros – Aegina, which are nearby Athens (lunch on board is included). Return to Piraeus port at 7.15 p.m. and transfer back to your hotel in Athens. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 : Athens - Epidaurus - Nafplion - Olympia

Location: Archaeological site of Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Olympia

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Early in the morning, departure for visiting ancient Mycenae and Epidaurus theatre, famous for its acoustics. After a short stop at Nafplion depart for Olympia through the central Peloponnesus. Overnight: Olympia 4**** Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 : Olympia To Delphi

Location: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Delphi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

In the morning visit the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium and the archaeological museum. Drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia and over the magnificent cable stayed bridge of Rio-Antirio. Arrive in Delphi. Overnight: Delphi 4**** Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 : Delphi - Meteora - Kalambaka

Location: Kalabaka

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

In the morning visit the archaeological site and the museum. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing rock formations of Meteora. Overnight: Kalambaka 4**** Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 : Kalambaka To Athens

Location: Kalabaka, Athens

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning visit the archaeological site and the museum. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing rock formations of Meteora. Overnight: Athens 3*** Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 : Departure From Athens

Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast you will be met by our assistant at your hotel and transferred to the airport by our minibus or taxi driver for your departure flight. Overnight: - Optionally you can extend pre/post stay. Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

Accommodation

4 nights 3*** centrally located Athens hotel and 3 nights 4**** hotel accommodation during classical tour
Airport Transfers at Destination

Round trip airport transfers ( can be replaced with any location within Athens)
Entrance Fees

Entrance fees to the museums
Fully Guided

English speaking guide during visits.
Meals

7 breakfasts, 3 dinners & 1 lunch
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

all transfers per itinerary

What's Not Included

International Travel

Before/After flights are not included
Country Entry Visas

Visas and passport fees are not included
Stay-over taxe

Stay-over taxes of the hotels (to be paid directly to the hotels - 2-3€ per night per person in 3*** hotels 4€ per person per night in 4**** hotels)
Drinks with Meals

Any kind of beverages are not included in the prices
Tipping and Gratuities

Tips for the driver and guides are not included

Check out our Q&As

Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity

What policies are in place for Covid-19?

COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

Yes you can.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Gwendolyn

Absolutely worth of it

07-Oct-2019

Lots of history and mythology. Beautiful country. Felt I got a nice overall tour of Greece

Philip

5 stars trip

09-Feb-2020

I would give it 5 stars. I signed-up for the 7-day absolutely greek (escorted) that consisted of 3 separate tours: half-day Athens city tour, 4-day olympia-delphi-meteora tour and half-day 3-island tour. PROS: 1. The tour company agents were always available and prompt in attending to my enquiries before and during my visit (specifically Alex and Thanasis). 2. The tour guides were knowledgeable and funny, especially George during the meteora tour. 3. The hotels were great and met many new friends with whom I now still stay in touch with. CONS: 1. The island tour was last-minute cancelled due to low participation—I do understand this is not entirely the tour company’s fault as the weather was not great that week and it’s the off-season. This happened just 12 hours before the cruise tour (it was the second-last day of my visit) and would certainly appreciate it if I had been informed earlier. However, the tour agents were quick to respond and helped me make alternative arrangement— I was still able to visit an island on my own. 2. Didn’t have many lunch options for the meteora tour.

Jade

excellent customer service

14-Apr-2019

Eskapas customer service exceeded our expectations. Our intended small group tour (Absolute Greek) unfortunately did not materialize because of the Greek National Holiday and we were told that their local partners were not operational around those days. Eskapas re arranged our itinerary so we could still enjoy most of what we wanted to do and see. We ended up joining bigger groups in shorter trips and missing out on Olympia. Regardless of the mishap we still had an amazing time. We recommend Eskapas for their excellent customer service: quick, easy, and reliable communication. Thank you!

Cooper

Wonderful guides

05-Oct-2019

Great tour! We were met at the airport and taken to a very nice hotel. The local partner ensured that we had information for our organized tours. We particularly enjoyed the half-day tour of the Acropolis and the four-day tour of the ancient Greece sites. Wonderful guides. Very enjoyable trip.

Raghava Priya

Good trip

20-May-2019

Tour guide Matthew / Mathias was really great and very knowledgeable about the places and history. Loved the way he narrated the details. Bus driver Costas was really great behind the wheel and on those narrow scary roads. Overall trip was great but only suggestion is the confusion of changing buses from the hotel was bit uncomfortable. If thats informed beforehand that would avoid that bit of unpleasantness.

PriscillaSeymour

Great for solo travelers

21-Dec-2019

As a solo traveler, I rely on a trusted company that can get me safely from point A to B, especially when I’m unfamiliar with the area. At the same time, I expect them to provide excellent customer service (addressing questions/concerns, employing outgoing/knowledgeable guides, etc.). I feel safe to assume that they check all of these boxes off for me!”

Julien

Well designed

01-Sep-2019

The program is very well designed from the pick up to drop off. The guide in Athens was archaeologist and the new museum was excellent. During Delphi - Olympos and Kalambaka tour , we were around 30 people but it didn’t bother us. The hotel category is chosen smartly . I recommend it.

Heather

Mainland Greece Tour

16-Sep-2019

The organization in what appeared to be Greek Chaos was excellent. There was ample time to spend at each site to really explore. An amazing number of sites were covered in 4 days in the Greek Classic component and the Athens tours were well covered.

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