Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens to Meteora
You'll start driving north from Athens toward Meteora, and the first stop is the Leonidas Monument at Thermopylae, where you can learn about the historic battle. After that, continue on to Meteora where the day really opens up with those cliff-top monasteries perched high above the landscape. The ancient frescoes and sacred chapels inside are something you won't see elsewhere, and you'll have time to walk through a few of them. Once you check in and get settled, there's a chance to relax before heading out to catch the sunset, which is why people come here. Later in the evening, wander through the village streets nearby to get a feel for local life.
- Start point
- Athina, Attica, Greece (Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Athens, 08:00 - 09:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive from Athens to Meteora
- Photo stop at Leonidas Monument, Thermopylae
- Explore monasteries perched on rock formations
- Walk through centuries-old frescoes and sacred chapels
- Sunset viewing at Meteora
- Stroll through nearby village streets
Landmarks Leonidas Monument Meteora Monasteries 
- Day 2
Meteora - Delphi - Galaxidi
Head to Delphi and spend time at the Temple of Apollo and the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, both important sites from ancient times. You'll walk the Sacred Way, which takes you past various treasures and ruins scattered along the path. From there, stop in the small village of Arachova to try some formaela cheese, a local specialty, plus other artisanal products made in the area. The day wraps up when you reach Galaxidi, a coastal town where you'll have dinner at a traditional taverna with views and authentic Greek food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Temple of Apollo
- Explore Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia
- Walk the Sacred Way
- Sample local delicacies in Arachova village
- Taste formaela cheese
Landmarks Temple of Apollo Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia Sacred Way 
- Day 3
Galaxidi to Olympia
This day kicks off with a hands-on cooking class where you'll prepare traditional Greek dishes like spanakopita from scratch. After cooking, you'll sit down and eat what you made in a garden setting surrounded by olive trees, with Greek coffee to finish. Later, you'll drive inland to Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games. There's quite a bit to cover here including the archaeological site itself, the stadium where competitions happened, gymnasiums, and temples dedicated to Zeus and Hera, so you'll be walking around for several hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hands-on cooking class for traditional Greek dishes including spanakopita
- Taste prepared dishes in olive tree garden
- Greek coffee tasting
- Explore Olympia archaeological site
- Visit ancient stadium
- Explore gymnasiums
- Visit temples of Zeus and Hera
Landmarks Temple of Zeus Temple of Hera Ancient Olympic Stadium 
- Day 4
Olympia - Mycenae - Epidaurus - Nafplio
Start early at a local farmers market sampling olive oil, wine, and various regional products from Greek producers you'll meet there. From the market, travel to Mycenae and explore the legendary ruins, including the famous Lion Gate and the royal tombs that connect to ancient mythology. Continue on to Epidaurus Theatre where you can test out its remarkable acoustics by speaking or standing in the center of it. The day ends in the coastal town of Nafplio where you'll have lunch at a seaside taverna with water views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Olive oil and wine tasting at local farmers market
- Regional product sampling from Greek producers
- Explore Mycenae ruins
- Visit Lion Gate
- Explore royal tombs
- Tour Epidaurus Theatre
- Explore Epidaurus sanctuary
Landmarks Lion Gate Mycenae Epidaurus Theatre 
- Day 5
Nafplio to Athens
Begin with a walking and food tour through historic Nafplio's old town, sampling traditional Greek pastries and local delicacies along the way. You'll move through Corinth after that with a photo stop at the Corinth Canal, which is visually striking. After the canal, explore the ancient ruins nearby in the Corinth area. Then it's a drive back toward Athens in the late afternoon, giving you time to rest before you arrive.
- End point
- Athina, Attica, Greece (Our driver will drop you of at your hotel in Athens, 17:00 - 19:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour through historic Nafplio old town
- Food tour and tasting in Nafplio
- Sample freshly baked pastries
- Taste local delicacies
- Photo stop at Corinth Canal
- Explore ancient Corinth ruins
Landmarks Corinth Canal Ancient Corinth
