Best of Greece

Discover Greek history and culture, marvel at classic architecture both ancient and modern, explore old cities and quaint villages, witness a Mediterranean sunset while eating fresh seafood, soak in Cretan culture

 

Itinerary

Day 1 Athens
Arrive at any time. We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city.

Day 2 Athens
Orientation walk in Athens with the rest of the day free to explore. Opt to visit the Acropolis site, the new Acropolis Museum, the Roman agora and the National Archaeological Museum.

Days 3-4 Meteora
Visit the stunning mountaintop monasteries of Meteora.

Days 5 Delphi
Visit Ancient Delphi and the Temple of Apollo.

Days 6-7 Nafplio
Explore the beautiful cobbled streets of Nafplio. Opt to visit to Epidavros, as well as the nearby site of Mycenae. Overnight ferry to Crete.

Day 8 Chania
Arrive to Crete early by ferry and enjoy the day relaxing at one of the many harbourside cafés. Wander the streets of the old town with its fascinating blend of ancient and modern Turkish and Venetian architecture, reflecting the diverse history of the island.

Day 9 Agia Roumeli
Hike the famous and rugged Samariá Gorge.

Day 10-11 Loutro
Cooking class and lunch with a local family. Option to rent a kayak and explore secluded beaches and coves, enjoy a swim and tasty seafood meals at secluded restaurants or hike Aradine Gorge.

Day 12 Iraklio
Enjoy a visit to Knossos, an archaeological site of an ancient city, site of a Minoan palace and residence of King Minos.

Day 13-14 Santorini
Ferry to Santorini. Enjoy two nights on the island, opt to enjoy a Santorini sunset tour or take a half-day volcano boat tour.

Day 15 Santorini
Depart at any time.

 

What's Included

• Athens orientation walk. Meteora Monastery visit. Guided tour of Ancient Delphi. Samariá Gorge hike. Cooking class and lunch with local village family (Loutro). Knossos visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
• 2 breakfast, 1 lunch. (Allow EUR380-500 for meals not included.)
• Hotels (13 nts), overnight ferry (1 nt, 4-berth mixed-sex cabins).
• Ferry, public bus, taxi, private van, train.
• Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
• Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12

 

Trip Specifics

• Cost: £1999
• Duration: 15 days
• Start/Finish: Athens to Santorini
• Trip Code: EGBG