Athens, the Beautiful Aegean and Complete Greece Ext
European Tour Package
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11 Days Tour Plan
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- Day 7
- Day 8
- Day 9
- Day 10
- Day 11
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
Full-day Mediterranean CruiseAfter breakfast, we’ll transfer you to the Lavrio Port for an 11:00 a.m. departure. Enjoy the scenic sea views as we sail.06:00 p.m. – Arrival in Mykonos. You’ll have free time to explore this charming island, famous for its windmills and whitewashed houses by the sea.11:00 p.m. – Departure from Mykonos. Overnight on board.
Mediterranean Cruise Day07:00 a.m. – Kusadasi (Turkey). On the Turkish coast, you’ll experience a special vibe, and can go for a stroll or shop in the bazaars.12:00 p.m. – Departure from Kusadasi. We’ll head towards Patmos. 04:00 p.m. – Patmos. This is the island where the St. John the Apostle wrote the Apocalypse; you can wander through this serene atmosphere of white houses and monasteries.09:00 p.m. – Departure from Patmos. We’ll spend the night on board. Shall we dance in the nightclub?
Mediterranean Cruise DayYou’ll spend some time in Heraklion, the lively capital of Crete and the cradle of the great Minoan civilization. Second stop, Santorini, the dreamlike Greek island known for its ravines and iconic blue and white villages. Overnight on board.
We’ll arrive in Athens early in the morning and start with a panoramic tour. Highlights include the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the National Library, the bustling downtown plazas, and the new facilities developed for the 2004 Olympic Games. We’ll finish the tour at the Acropolis (admission not included).
We’ll depart early in the morning towards northern Greece, stopping at Kamena Vourla, a charming seaside tourist hub surrounded by stunning landscapes. We´ll then proceed north, stopping at the Thermopylae Mountain Pass, the historic site of the famous battle. Next, we´ll visit Kastraki, a picturesque village with beautiful views of the entire valley, where you´ll have free time for lunch. Afterward, we´ll explore the Meteora, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admission to one of its renowned monasteries is included. Dinner will be provided in Kalabaka.
Free day to continue exploring the city. Time to be carried away by the charm of its streets, to uncover hidden corners filled with history, and to enjoy the magic that lingers in every step.
After breakfast, we set out for the PELOPONNESE PENINSULA, renowned for its history, landscapes, picturesque towns, and archaeological sites. We make a brief stop at the CORINTH CANAL, which links the Aegean Sea with the Ionian and is famous for its impressive rock walls.Next, we visit one of the most charming islands near the Peloponnese. From the small port of Galatas, we take a ferry that brings us in just 15 minutes to the island of Poros, a delightful destination full of tourist life, with old houses climbing up to the Clock Tower. Free time to stroll and have lunch.After lunch, we return to the mainland and travel through beautiful hilly landscapes to the ancient Theater of Epidaurus (admission included), where we’ll have time to explore this magnificently preserved structure. Built 2,400 years ago, with a capacity of up to 14,000 spectators, it is still in use today.We then continue on to NAFPLIO, a charming coastal city dominated by its citadel and Venetian fortress. Free time to stroll. Dinner included.
We´ll journey across the mountains of the Peloponnese hinterland to Tripoli, the capital of the Arcadia region. There will be free time to explore Areos Square with its cafes and restaurants. Afterward, we´ll continue to Olympia, where we´ll visit the Archaeological Site (ticket and guided tour included). This is where the first Olympic Games were held in 776 BC, attracting athletes from across Greece and its colonies. The most impressive landmarks here include the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Gymnasium, and the Arena. Our next destination will be Patras, Greece’s third-largest city. It´s a bustling port city overlooked by a medieval fortress, home to Greece´s largest cathedral, a significant pilgrimage site, along with the nearby old church of St. Andrew. Dinner will be included.
After breakfast, we’ll cross the Rio-Antirrio bridge, a spectacular cable-stayed bridge that connects the Peloponnese with the Greek mainland. Our first stop is Nafpaktos, located on the Gulf of Corinth. Its Venetian fortress overlooking the city is a reminder of its historical significance as Lepanto, where the Christian and Turkish fleets clashed in battle—a conflict during which the famous Cervantes lost his arm. You’ll have free time to stroll around its picturesque harbor and explore the beautiful old town. Continuing along the Gulf of Corinth, we’ll reach Mycenae, a colossal citadel dating back to the 18th century BC, considered the cradle of European civilization (admission included). Enjoy free time for lunch and to explore the site. Next, we’ll visit the imposing Fortress of Acrocorinth (tickets included), where the remains of an ancient temple of Aphrodite stand on the highest point of the settlement. We’ll then continue our journey, making a brief stop at the Corinth Canal. We’ll arrive in Athens in the evening.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Planned Hotels or similar
GREAT ATHENS
21121848
Veranzerou 12, athina 104 32, grecia,104 32
Athens,Greece
SKYLARK
2144056400
skylark@alumahotels.gr;CharisPo@Alumahotels.GR
3, marikas kotopouli str, athina 104 31, grecia,104 31
Athens,Greece
CELESTYAL CRUISES
0
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,Greece
CELESTYAL CRUISES
0
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,Greece
NOVOTEL ATHENES
2108200700
H0866-FO@accor.com
4 michail voda str cp 104 39 atenas,104 39
Athens,Greece
CELESTYAL CRUISES
0
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Athens,Greece
AMALIA KALAMBACA
2432072216
kalambaka@amaliahotels.com
42200, theopetra kalambaka grecia,42200
Kalambaka,Greece
KOSTA FAMISSI
2432079192
hotelkostafamissi@yahoo.gr
Trikalon str. 144,42200
Kalambaka,Greece
AMALIA
2752024400
reservations@amaliahotels.com
Amalias st., n.tiryns, 211 00 nafplio,21100
Nafplio,Greece
MOXY PATRAS MARINA
2614409400
58 iroon polytechniou ave. &, kiprou st, patra 264 41, grecia,264 41
Patras,Greece
MY WAY PATRAS
2610623131
Othonos kai amalias 16, patra 262 21, grecia,262 21
Patras,Greece
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