Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll arrive in Athens and get settled at your hotel, then meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for an informal dinner to kick off your Greek journey.
- Meals
- Dinner (Light meal with Travel Director and travel companions)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre)
- Day 2
Peloponnese
Head through the scenic northeast Peloponnese past the Corinth Canal to reach the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and the Sanctuary of Asclepius, where you'll get to experience the exceptional acoustics. Then you'll stop at a family-run olive oil mill to learn about sustainable farming and taste their award-winning oils. By evening, you'll arrive in the seaport town of Nafplion.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amalia Nafplio)
Included Activities
- Visit the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
- Explore the Sanctuary of Asclepius
- Experience acoustics at the ancient theatre
- Visit family-run olive oil mill with MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
- Taste award-winning olive oil and learn sustainable farming methods
Optional Activities
- Nafplion Venetian Inspirations: Visit Palamidi Castle with entrance fee, dinner with drinks at a local tavern, and homemade ice cream treat - €47.00
Landmarks Theatre of Epidaurus Sanctuary of Asclepius Corinth Canal 
- Day 3
Mycenae
A Local Specialist will guide you through the Bronze Age ruins of Mycenae, including the famous Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Royal Palace and tomb. In the afternoon, you'll sample wines from the nearby Nemea region and get background on local wine production. The rest of the day in Nafplion is yours to explore at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amalia Nafplio)
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Mycenae with Local Specialist
- Walk through the Lion Gate
- Explore Agamemnon's Royal Palace
- Visit the tomb of Agamemnon
- Wine tasting in the Nemea region with insights into wine production
Optional Activities
- Pelion Flavours: Discover hidden village of Makrinitsa, walk through fairytale Magnesian houses on cobblestone streets, enjoy Pelion local cuisine - €35.00
Landmarks Mycenae Lion Gate - Day 4
Olympia
Travel across the Peloponnese toward Olympia, where ancient athletes once competed. You'll walk through temple ruins, check out the museum, and step onto the stadium with a Local Specialist. Later this evening, the Karabelas family invites you to their olive and wine farm for a Be My Guest experience with traditional dinner and dancing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Greek dinner with Karabelas family on olive and wine farm)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Olympic Village)
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Olympia ruins with Local Specialist
- Visit temples at Olympia
- Explore the Olympic Stadium
- Visit Olympia Museum
- Be My Guest experience with Karabelas family on olive and wine farm including dinner and dancing
Landmarks Temple of Zeus Olympic Stadium 
- Day 5
Corfu
You'll head north past Amphilochia and Preveza to Nikopolis, site of the Battle of Actium. After that, a ferry takes you across to the island of Corfu. You'll have free time to wander through its architecture, arcades, and the Spianada, one of Greece's largest squares.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cavalieri)
Included Activities
- Visit Nikopolis, site of the Battle of Actium
Landmarks Nikopolis Spianada 
- Day 6
Corfu
Start with an orientation tour of Corfu, then visit the Venetian Castle and the Monastery of Paleokastritsa. Next you'll explore the Achilleion Palace built by Empress Elizabeth of Austria and Hungary, walking through the Imperial Gardens with views over the Ionian Sea. Evening is unstructured for relaxation at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cavalieri)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Corfu
- Visit Venetian Castle
- Visit Monastery of Paleokastritsa
- Visit Achilleion Palace
- Stroll through Imperial Gardens at Achilleion Palace
Optional Activities
- East Coast Afternoon 'Caique' Sail: Traditional Greek Corfiot boat sail along the east coast towards Barbati beach with swimming opportunity and marine life viewing - €50.00
- Nafplion Venetian Inspirations: Visit Palamidi Castle with entrance fee, dinner with drinks at a local tavern, and homemade ice cream treat - €47.00
Landmarks Venetian Castle Monastery of Paleokastritsa Achilleion Palace - Day 7
Ioannina
Leaving Corfu, you'll sail back to the mainland and continue on to Ioannina, a lively lakeside city. Free time lets you stroll along the peaceful lakeshore and walk through the Old Town with its Ottoman and Byzantine landmarks, including the castle that overlooks Lake Pamvotis.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Du Lac)
Landmarks Lake Pamvotis - Day 8
Meteora
Start with Metsovone cheese, then head to Kalambaka. A Local Specialist takes you through the UNESCO-listed Meteora rock formations, explaining these towering pillars and the centuries-old monasteries built into them. This evening, there's an optional excursion to Trikala for a Greek family-style dinner with local dishes and wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amalia Kalambaka)
Included Activities
- Visit Metsovone cheese production
- Visit UNESCO-listed Meteora rock formations with Local Specialist
- Learn about monasteries of Meteora
Optional Activities
- Optional Experience to Trikala: Walk along the riverside and enjoy a Greek family-style dinner with local dishes and free-flowing wine
- Pelion Flavours: Discover hidden village of Makrinitsa, walk through fairytale Magnesian houses on cobblestone streets, enjoy Pelion local cuisine - €35.00
Landmarks Meteora 
- Day 9
Delphi
You'll traverse the peaks of Parnassos and Giona, stopping at Thermopylae where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans fought the invading Persians. A Local Specialist guides you through Delphi, exploring the Sacred Way, Temple of Apollo, and the ancient sanctuary that housed the most important oracle. From there, continue to the harbor village of Galaxidi for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nostos)
Included Activities
- Visit Thermopylae with Leonidas Monument
- Guided visit to Delphi with Local Specialist
- Walk the Sacred Way at Delphi
- Visit Temple of Apollo at Delphi
- Explore ancient sanctuary at Delphi
Landmarks Thermopylae Leonidas Monument Delphi Temple of Apollo Sacred Way - Day 10
Athens
Back in Athens, you'll spend the day discovering Ancient Greece's treasures. Ascend to the Acropolis for sightseeing with views of the Parthenon, Agora, Royal Palace, and Temple of Zeus. You'll also see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. The trip concludes with a final dinner celebrating your journey with fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Celebration dinner with fellow travellers)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre)
Included Activities
- Ascend to the Acropolis
- Guided sightseeing tour of Athens with Local Specialist
- View the Parthenon
- View the Agora
- View the Royal Palace
- View the Temple of Zeus
- Visit Hadrian's Arch
- Visit the Olympic Stadium (1896 first modern Olympics)
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Agora Temple of Zeus Hadrian's Arch Panathenaic Stadium - Day 11
Departure
Say goodbye to Athens and your new friends as you prepare to depart Greece.
