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Soak up the best of Greece, from Athens to Delphi and the Cycladic Islands.
Embark on a curated journey exploring the best of mainland Greece and the Cyclades. Whether it’s tracing a path through ancient ruins in Delphi, visiting secluded monasteries high in the Meteora Valley, or watching as the sun sets over the white-washed domes of Mykonos, this is a country where the weight of history makes its presence felt. With plenty of opportunities to mingle with the locals, savour traditional Aegean cuisine and visit the acclaimed sites, this is a complete adventure into Greece’s sun-kissed heartland.
- Start
- Athens, Greece
- Finish
- Chania, Greece
- Destination
- Greece
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PECGC
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Experience a different side of Greece by staying in the medieval village of Dimitsana at a feature stay – a gorgeous 7th-century township set on top of two hills and a gorge in lesser-visited central Arcadia. Share a coffee or 'Greek delight' with a monk during a visit to nearby Prodromos monastery.
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Visit the legendary theatres of the very first Olympic Games – the stadium, gymnasium, wrestling school, priest houses, temples and hippodrome.
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With magical monasteries built on a series of ancient rock pinnacles, Meteora is one of Greece's most extraordinary sights.
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Stop over at a local tavern in the village of Vamos on Crete and enjoy a typical Greek moment with meze. Clink glasses with the locals and wash it all down with the traditional local white spirit, raki.
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Enjoy a sunset picnic overlooking Santorini’s caldera away from the crowds. Indulge in local cheese, ham and bread, all complimented by a local grape variety and a world-class view.
Is this trip right for you?
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Pickpocketing can be an issue in Athens, especially on public transport. If you keep your valuables concealed and secure while travelling on the metro or bus, you should have no problems.
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Summer temperatures in Greece can reach up to 40°C, so you will need to be able to cope with the heat if you're visiting during the warmer months. Please consider the time of year and your suitability to visiting during that season.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel Hermes or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Information
An arrival transfer is included in the price of this trip. Please advise your travel agent of your flight details at the time of booking. It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.Accommodation
- Hotel Famissi Eden or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Athens - Acropolis Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
- Athens - Visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Famissi Eden or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Meteora - Hike & Monastery Visits with Local Guide
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Nidimos Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Delphi - Oracle, Temple of Apollo & Sanctuary of Athena
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Guesthouse En Dimitsani (Feature stay) or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Olympia - Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Guesthouse En Dimitsani (Feature stay) or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Central Arcadia - Lousios Valley Hike
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Today’s walking distance and time is approximately 7 km (3 hours). Please note that the roads in Central Arcadia are very windy. You might want to consider taking medication if you are prone to motion sickness.Accommodation
- Hotel Hermes or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Epidaurus - Guided Tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Hermes or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Information
As this is a combination trip, your group leader and the composition of your group will likely change at this location. There will be a group meeting to discuss the next stage of your itinerary. We suggest you attend, as this is also a great chance to meet your new fellow travellers. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.Accommodation
- Hotel Hermes or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Alkistis or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
Please note that due to the island's topography our hotel in Mykonos is built into a slope. This results in there being a number of steps to navigate to get to your room. A staff member will be available to help with your luggage upon arrival and departure, but please keep in mind that steps are an inherent feature of staying on the Cycladic Islands.Accommodation
- Hotel Alkistis or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Delos Archaeological Site
- Boat Tour to Delos Island
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Santorini Palace Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Santorini Sunset Picnic
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Santorini Palace Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Santorini - Caldera Hike
- Santorini - Thira Prehistoric Museum
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Todays walking distance is approximately 10 km (3 to 3.5 hours). Please note that in summer the leader may decide to start the hike as the sun rises in order to avoid the heat of the day. Therefore it may be necessary for you to organise a takeaway breakfast, as the hotel will not serve breakfast this early.Accommodation
- Lato Boutique Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Halepa (Feature stay) or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Vamos Village Excursion
- Greek Meze Tasting
- Guided Tour of Knossos Archaeological Site
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Halepa (Feature stay) or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Botanical Park & Gardens of Crete - EUR6
- Old Chania Market - Free
- Archaeological Museum of Chania - EUR4
- Samaria Gorge Day Trip (from) - EUR70
- Elafonissi Beach Day Trip (from) - EUR60
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
15 breakfasts, 4 dinnersTransport
Ferry, Private vehicleAccommodation
Comfortable hotel (12 nights), Feature stay in Dimitsana (2 nights), Feature stay in Chania (2 nights)Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Athens - Acropolis Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
- Athens - Visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Meteora - Hike & Monastery Visits with Local Guide
- Delphi - Oracle, Temple of Apollo & Sanctuary of Athena
- Olympia - Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
- Central Arcadia - Lousios Valley Hike
- Epidaurus - Guided Tour
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon
- Delos Archaeological Site
- Boat Tour to Delos Island
- Santorini Sunset Picnic
- Santorini - Caldera Hike
- Santorini - Thira Prehistoric Museum
- Vamos Village Excursion
- Greek Meze Tasting
- Guided Tour of Knossos Archaeological Site
Dates & availability - 2021 season
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

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