Greek Escape plus 2 nights in Santorini

At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

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ATHENS Marvels & Myths ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Explore the heart of Ancient Greece, in the historic empire where 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, never fail to amaze! See the Panathenaic Stadium, one of the venues of the first modern Olympic Games.

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ATHENS–CORINTH–MYCENAE–EPIDAURUS–NAUPLIA CORINTH CANAL Greek History & Heroes CORINTH CANAL Photo stop.
MYCENAE Guided visit of the excavations and museum.
EPIDAURUS Guided visit of the 2,300-year-old open-air theatre before continuing to Nauplia. (B,D) 132mi/212km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM The outdoor auditorium of Epidaurus combines perfect mathematic proportion with excellent acoustics. This fascinating archaeological treasure was used for the healing of patients from all over Greece and was dedicated to Asklepios, the god of healing.

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NAUPLIA–OLYMPIA Ruins & Recipes Scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains.
OLYMPIA Join a guided visit to the archaeological site and the museum. Attend a [LF] cooking demonstration this evening and learn how to make traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer. (B,D) 112 mi / 181 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Dip into the delicious tradition of Greek tzatziki – a mix of yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs such as dill, mint, parsley, and thyme. Learn how to make this quintessential recipe loved the world over.

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OLYMPIA–DELPHI Digs & Dances DELPHI Join a guided visit of the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening [LF] learn how to dance the sirtaki in a dance class while sipping a glass of Ouzo. (B,D) 149mi/239km

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURE & TRADITION Dance in the steps of Zorba the Greek to learn the sirtaki. This passionate and dramatic dance goes very well with a glass of ouzo, the anice-infused drink the locals love.

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DELPHI–ARACHOVA–ATHENS–SANTORINI Mountains & Islands ARACHOVA Visit the picturesque mountain town.
ATHENS Fly to Santorini. (B) 118 mi / 190 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Santorini is recognised throughout the world for its postcard-like scenery. The lofty volcanic footprint of Oia’s caldera landscape embodies the essence of the Cyclades Islands and sets the scene for some of the most beautiful sunsets.

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SANTORINI Spectacular Sights SANTORINI Guided walking tour includes the Fira and sights of the blue dome church [LF] Taste a Greek Koulouri. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
SIGHTS & BITES Stroll through the vibrant cobbled streets of Fira, painted in the traditional blue and white colours of the Greek flag, where old-world charm meets modern-day comforts. Stand in awe at the breathtaking views of the Caldera and the blue dome church. Join the locals and taste a Koulouri one of the most popular Greek street foods.

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SANTORINI–ATHENS Volcanic Discoveries SANTORINI Free day
Return flight to Athens. (B)

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE of Santorini. Visit the artisan workshops and boutique stores of Fira or discover the settlement of Akrotiri which was destroyed by a volcanic eruption in 1650; buried in ash and preserved until the excavations of the 1960s.

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Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
ATHENS Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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