Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Athens
You'll arrive in Athens and get picked up at the airport for your hotel transfer. That evening, you'll have your first dinner and meet the tour guide and other travelers on the trip.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Day 2
Palea Epidaurus
After a short guided walk through the hotel's orange grove, you'll reach Palea Epidaurus beach. You can walk around the town and check out the small ancient theater, then spend the afternoon free to soak in the harbor before heading back to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walk through hotel's orange grove
- Visit to Palea Epidaurus beach
- Town tour
- Visit to small ancient theater
Landmarks/POIs Palea Epidaurus Ancient Theater of Palea Epidaurus - Day 3
St. Andrew's Chapel Hike
Today you'll hike along the ancient pilgrims' path with your guide leading the way to St. Andrew's Chapel. Your guide will share information about Greek Orthodox traditions as you go. Afterwards, you'll climb a nearby hill for views of the surrounding area, then settle in at a local restaurant for coffee and relaxation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided hike on ancient pilgrims' path to St. Andrew's Chapel
- Hill walk with scenic views
Optional Activities
- Coffee at local restaurant (not included)
Landmarks/POIs St. Andrew's Chapel - Day 4
Mycenae
You'll head to Mycenae to see the castle of Agamemnon, one of Greece's most important archaeological sites. The fortress has the famous Lion Gate and shaft tombs that tell a lot about the country's history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Castle of Agamemnon in Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Exploration of Lion Gate
- Viewing of shaft tombs
Landmarks/POIs Mycenae Lion Gate, Mycenae - Day 5
Poros Island
This is an optional activity day. If you're interested, your guide can take you on a hike to the island of Poros where you'll explore the village and visit the Zoodochos Pigis monastery nearby. Swimming is available at one of the local bays if you want to cool off.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided hike to Poros island
- Visit to Poros village
- Visit to Zoodochos Pigis monastery
- Swimming in the sea (bookable on site)
Landmarks/POIs Poros Zoodochos Pigis Monastery - Day 6
Nafplio
You'll head to Nafplio, the former capital of Greece, which sits on the Argolic Gulf with a rocky promontory rising behind it. Spend time walking through the old town with its narrow streets, and take in the harbor area. There are lots of tavernas and cafés around if you want to grab lunch or coffee.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of Nafplio old town
- Visit to harbor promenade
Landmarks/POIs Nafplio Old Town - Day 7
Bay of Epidaurus
You have a relaxing day in the Bay of Epidaurus to recharge. If you'd rather do something, there's an optional excursion to Corinth where you can climb up to the Acrocorinth fortress, explore the archaeological site below, and see the Corinth Canal.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Corinth
- Visit to Acrocorinth mountain fortress
- Visit to archaeological site of Corinth
- Stop at Corinth Canal (bookable on site)
Landmarks/POIs Acrocorinth Corinth Archaeological Site Corinth Canal - Day 8
Free Day
This day is completely up to you. You can hang out in the area around your hotel, relax, or talk to your guide about individual trips into nearby areas to learn more about Greek history and culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Individual excursions (guide can provide recommendations)
- Day 9
Mount Didimo
There's an optional hike through the landscape on the north side of Mount Didimo if you want to get out. The hike goes up to the Demetrios Monastery of Avgo, which has views looking out over the green gorge below. You can visit the monastery and then head back down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided hike through landscape on Mount Didimo north side
- Visit to Demetrios Monastery of Avgo (bookable on site)
Landmarks/POIs Demetrios Monastery of Avgo - Day 10
Athens
You'll make your way to Athens for a walking tour through the city's mix of modern life and history. Stop by the National Archaeological Museum to see Greece's largest collection of antiquities, and then go to the Acropolis, one of the world's most iconic landmarks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Athens
- Visit to National Archaeological Museum
- Visit to Acropolis (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Landmarks/POIs Acropolis National Archaeological Museum of Athens - Day 11
Free Day / Koliaki
You can set up your own day or just relax on the beach. Another option is to hike up to the mountain village of Koliaki, see the Platia, then visit the Kalami monastery where you can learn about traditional icon painting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hike to mountain village of Koliaki
- Visit to Platia
- Visit to Kalami monastery and learn about icon painting (bookable on site)
Landmarks/POIs Koliaki Kalami Monastery - Day 12
Epidaurus
You'll visit the sanctuary of Asklepios and see the ancient theater there, which still has remarkable acoustics. It's the best-preserved theater in Greece and they still hold performances of ancient plays in it.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Ancient Theater of Epidaurus (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Landmarks/POIs Ancient Theater of Epidaurus Sanctuary of Asklepios - Day 13
Free Day / Optional Hydra Island Hike
You can plan the day however you'd like. If you're interested, there's an optional guided hike on the car-free island of Hydra where you can explore the harbor village and see the charming old captain's houses.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided hike on car-free island of Hydra with tour guide (bookable on site)
- Exploration of Hydra harbor village and captain's houses
Landmarks/POIs Hydra Island - Day 14
Palea Epidaurus
On your second to last day, you can take a stroll around the resort or go for a swim in the sea. Later, grab a meal at one of the tavernas and cafes by the harbor to relax before you leave.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Leisurely stroll through vacation resort
- Swimming in the sea
- Visit to harbor tavernas and cafés
Landmarks/POIs Palea Epidaurus - Day 15
Departure from Athens
You'll say goodbye to Greece as you head to the airport in Athens for your return flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
