$2194*
per person, twin share
You've seen photos of the ancient Acropolis in Athens, dating back to the 5th century BC—now’s your chance to see it in person. You've watched the Olympics on TV—now’s your chance to walk among the remains in Olympia, where the Olympics began in 776 BC. You've eaten at Greek restaurants—now's your chance to enjoy an authentic Greek cooking demonstration, where you'll learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer. All of this and more await you on this Classical Greece tour.
• Superior Hotels in the heart of the action
• Breakfast daily and many meals
• First-class motorcoach with FREE Wi-Fi
• Professional Tour Director & Local Guides
• VIP sightseeing
• Local favourite experiences
Departure Date
21 October 2019
Other departures may available between April – October 2019, seasonal surcharges may apply.
07/03/2019
unless sold out prior. Availability is limited.
DAY 1: ATHENS, GREECE. Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your travelling companions for a welcome drink with your Tour Director.
DAY 2: ATHENS. Sightseeing with a Local Guide features a visit to the world-famous ACROPOLIS, perched high on a rocky outcrop overlooking the city. Here, see the Parthenon, the Erechtheum with its Porch of Maidens, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Enjoy a panoramic view that includes glimpses of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Theatre of Dionysus, and the beautifully preserved Theseum, where Socrates taught. Later, a city orientation tour features the Parliament House and a picture stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Built in the 2nd century AD, it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble, and was host to the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympics in 1896. The rest of the day is at leisure. Tonight, perhaps join an optional dinner outing to sample local fare. (B)
DAY 3: ATHENS-CORINTH-MYCENAE-EPIDAURUS-NAUPLIA. Cross the spectacular Corinth Canal, then visit ANCIENT CORINTH, where St. Paul preached. Two highlights today: MYCENAE, where 19th-century excavations reveal impressions of the splendours so vividly described by Homer. Admire the Beehive Tombs, known as the Treasury of Atreus, Lion Gate, Europe's oldest known monument, remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, and the impressive fortifications of the Citadel. Also visit the museum. Then, a short drive to EPIDAURUS for a tour of its amazingly well-preserved 2,300-yearold open-air theatre Overnight in nearby Nauplia. (B,D)
DAY 4: NAUPLIA-OLYMPIA. Spectacular scenery on the way through the Arkadian Mountains. Then, spend the afternoon in OLYMPIA, where athletes of antiquity competed in honour of the king of deities. Learn about the history of those original Olympic Games as you walk among the impressive remains of the Gymnasium and the Temples of Hera and Zeus. Also visit the MUSEUM that displays Praxiteles' magnificent statue of Hermes. Tonight, enjoy a COOKING DEMONSTRATION and learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetiser. (B,D)
DAY 5: OLYMPIA-PATRAS-DELPHI. Via the busy seaport of Patras, proceed to mystic Delphi. The afternoon is devoted to a fascinating tour of the ancient sanctuary of the god Apollo in its dramatic setting on Mount Parnassus. Hear about the Oracle and tour the EXCAVATIONS. End the day with a visit to the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM to admire the Charioteer, an extraordinary 5th-century BC bronze statue. A highlight this evening is a DANCE LESSON, where you'll learn how to dance the sirtaki, made famous in the movie Zorba the Greek, accompanied by a glass of Ouzo. (B,D)
DAY 6: DELPHI-METEORA AREA. Drive past Lamia and Trikala to Kalambaka in the unreal, fantastic landscape of Meteora with its rock-top monasteries. Visit VARLAAM MONASTERY, famous for its frescoes, and ST. STEPHEN'S MONASTERY, featuring a unique collection of icons and an incredible panoramic view. (Ladies should pack one long skirt, as shorts or trousers may be inappropriate when visiting the monasteries.) (B,D)
DAY 7: METEORA AREA-THERMOPYLAE-ATHENS. Today's highlight is a guided visit to THERMOPYLAE, the site of the heroic battle of Leonidas' 300 doomed Spartans against Xerxes' huge Persian army. On the way back to Athens, your Tour Director will tell you about Thebes, the setting of Sophocles' Oedipus Rex, and Marathon, where 10,000 Athenians defeated more than twice that number of Persian invaders in 490 BC. Tonight, you may wish to join an optional dinner at a local restaurant. (B)
DAY 8: ATHENS. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
B = Breakfast
D = Dinner
*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 11 February 2019 but may fluctuate if surcharges, fees, taxes or currency change. Offers subject to availability. Agents may charge service fees, rates vary. Payments by credit card will incur a surcharge. All savings are included in the advertised price. To secure reservation, a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $250 per person/per tour is required within 7 days of booking or by 28 February 2019 (whichever comes first). “Save up to 10%” discount expires 28 Feb 2019. “Helloworld Travel Exclusive $100 discount per person” expires 07 Mar 2019. All discounts based on land-only portion of core tour on twin share price, not including extra night accommodations, upgrades, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and, supplements/reductions. Offers may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Please check all prices, availability and other information before booking. Globus and Helloworld Travel booking terms and conditions apply, see in store for details.
