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Greek Odyssey
8 DAYS from £835
Capture the magic of Greece and explore the highlights of a country steeped in ancient history and mythology.
Included Highlights
Athens City sightseeing
Meteora Visit
Delphi Archaeological site with local guide and museum visit
Olympia Archaeological site with local guide and museum visit
Peloponnese Scenic drive
Epidaurus Theatre visit
Mycenae Archaeological site with local guide and museum visit
Corinth Canal View
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Athens - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 7 breakfasts (B) and 2 dinners (D)
Professional tour director on tour
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges (and port taxes for cruise extension)
Single share option no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Athens.
Fly to Athens where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for one night.
DAY 2: Athens (included sightseeing) - Kalambaka.
Dominated by its stunning Acropolis, Athens ranks alongside Rome as one of Europe's most historic cities. This morning's included sightseeing features the highlights of Athens and provides a good introduction to Greece's fascinating capital. In the afternoon, we depart Athens and head in a northwesterly direction to Kalambaka. Overnight in the vicinity of Meteora, which will be visited tomorrow. (B, D)
DAY 3: Kalambaka - Meteora - Delphi.
A short drive to Meteora, which is a cluster of monastic buildings perched in a unforgettable manner on a set of rising rock formations. Your included visit is certainly the day's highlight. Later retrace your steps southwards to reach Delphi for one night. (B)
DAY 4: Delphi - Olympia.
Start your day in Delphi with a fascinating archaeological site visit. Situated just a few minutes from the village, the ancient site, backed by imposing Mount Parnassus, is in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the country and your visit with a local guide takes you along the Sacred Way to see the Temple of Apollo, some of the Treasuries and the Theatre. This afternoon follow the Gulf of Corinth through Nafpaktos to Antirion. Journey over the spectacular bridge to Rion and on to Patras before reaching Olympia for one night. (B, D)
DAY 5: Olympia - Epidaurus - Nauplia.
Olympia is the original home of the Olympic Games, which were first held in 776BC, and it was a sacred precinct to the God Zeus, whose temple once housed one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This morning's visit with a local guide includes the ancient stadium where the Games were held and the temples of Zeus and his wife Hera. Next we head to Epidaurus to visit the world famous theatre (entrance fee included) before continuing to Nauplia for one night. (B)
DAY 6: Nauplia - Mycenae - Corinth - Athens.
This morning we visit the imposing ruins of the site of Mycenae with a local guide - the ancient city called by Homer 'City rich in gold'. It was here that the Golden Mask of Agamemnon was unearthed as well as many other treasures, which exactly matched Homer's descriptions in the Iliad. Enter the city by the magnificent Lion's Gate and wander up to Agamemnon's Royal Palace. In the afternoon stop at the impressive Corinth Canal before continuing to Athens. Tonight, why not join an optional evening excursion? (B)
DAY 7: Athens. At leisure.
At leisure in Athens or you may wish to see island life from the deck of a cruise ship on the optional three island cruise, visiting Aegina, Poros and Hydra. Poros is a lush island with a maze of narrow streets, Aegina is the main producer of pistachio nuts in Greece, while Hydra is home to a large artist community and beautiful boutiques line the scenic harbour. (B)
DAY 8: Athens - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
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Accommodation on Tour
Athens: Acropolis Select (B category); Kalambaka: Edelweiss (B category); Delphi: Acropole or Parnassos (B category); Olympia: Olympia Palace (A category); Nauplia: Rex (B category); Athens: Acropolis Select (B category).
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosAdd Golden Fleece - Greek Islands & Turkey Cruise (inside cabin on cruise ship) - 7 Extra nights from £636
Why not extend your holiday with a cruise of the Greek Islands and Turkey?
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Add Golden Fleece - Greek Islands & Turkey Cruise (outside cabin on cruise ship) - 7 Extra nights from £706
Why not extend your holiday with a cruise of the Greek Islands and Turkey?
Accommodation on Extensions
Add Golden Fleece - Greek Islands & Turkey Cruise (inside cabin on cruise ship) - 7 Extra nights from £636
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View Holiday PhotosLouis Cruise Ship - Inside Cabin
Well-designed and comfortable in every way, Louis Cruise Lines operates small and friendly ships, combining modern facilities with high standards of comfort, personal service and safety. All Louis Cruise Line ships offer a wide range of facilities, a warm, friendly atmosphere, great dining options and a variety of on board entertainment. The capacity of each ship varies from approximately 650 to 1,000 passengers, making them ideal for cruising the Greek Islands.
Public Room & Facilities
Swimming pool; restaurant; bar; lounge; theatre with different shows each night such as cabaret, mime acts, magicians etc; casino, cinema or disco; gift shops; card room or library; gym; lifts.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is one main restaurant; breakfast and lunch are open seating with dinner taken at two sittings. There is no dress code during the day in the restaurant, but most passengers choose smart/casual attire for dinner (shorts and vests are not permitted in the dining room). During your cruise there will usually be a welcome and farewell gala dinner, a Greek night and a late night snack buffet. Vegetarian meals or special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking.
Cabins
All inside cabins are air-conditioned, simply furnished and have en suite shower and wc. Your holiday price is based on a 2 berth inside cabin with private facilities or you may choose to upgrade to an outside cabin.
Tipping
For your convenience, an automatic tipping system operates onboard the ship. Approximately 8 euros per person per day will be added to your account. This amount can be adjusted at your own discretion, should you wish.
Note: All ships are of the same standard and will have similar facilities to those outlined above. Some may also have additional facilities.
Add Golden Fleece - Greek Islands & Turkey Cruise (outside cabin on cruise ship) - 7 Extra nights from £706
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View Holiday Photos
Louis Cruise Ship - Outside Cabin
Well-designed and comfortable in every way, Louis Cruise Lines operates small and friendly ships, combining modern facilities with high standards of comfort, personal service and safety. All Louis Cruise Line ships offer a wide range of facilities, a warm, friendly atmosphere, great dining options and a variety of on board entertainment. The capacity of each ship varies from approximately 650 to 1,000 passengers, making them ideal for cruising the Greek Islands.
Public Room & Facilities
Swimming pool; restaurant; bar; lounge; theatre with different shows each night such as cabaret, mime acts, magicians etc; casino, cinema or disco; gift shops; card room or library; gym; lifts.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is one main restaurant; breakfast and lunch are open seating with dinner taken at two sittings. There is no dress code during the day in the restaurant, but most passengers choose smart/casual attire for dinner (shorts and vests are not permitted in the dining room). During your cruise there will usually be a welcome and farewell gala dinner, a Greek night and a late night snack buffet. Vegetarian meals or special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking.
Cabins
All outside cabins are air-conditioned, simply furnished and have en suite shower and wc.
Tipping
For your convenience, an automatic tipping system operates onboard the ship. Approximately 8 euros per person per day will be added to your account. This amount can be adjusted at your own discretion, should you wish.
Note: All ships are of the same standard and will have similar facilities to those outlined above. Some may also have additional facilities.
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