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8 Day Magic of Mainland Greece

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$2,099
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Typically $3,199
Discover the magic of mainland Greece with our 8 day, 7 night package ideal for a pre-cruise extension. Visit Athens, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora and the Saronic Islands.

the tour

Discover the magic of mainland Greece with our 8 day, 7 night package ideal for a pre-cruise extension. This tour of Greece visits Athens with a panoramic city tour including the most important monuments and landmarks of the city. Including the Parthenon and Acropolis, including the Propylaea. You will also venture into the countryside of Delphi and Kalambaka and the slopes of Mount Paranassos overlooking vast olive groves and the Corinthian Gulf. Delpi used to be the most sacred spot in the world and a pilgrimage centre for many centuries in antiquity.

Visit the Corinth canal and Epidaurus for the best preserved ancient theatre. Pass by Beautiful Nafplio and visit Mycenae “Rich in gold” as Homer described. We visit the Olympia complex, home to the original olympic games and the Temple of Zeus. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage site  of Meteora, visiting stunning rock formations. Finihs your tour with a day trip island hopping around the Saronic gulf, visit ‘vehicle free’ Hydra, hike to the clock tower on Poros and buy delicious local pistachios o Aegina.  Back to Athens to relax for another night before transferring either to the airport for your onwards journey, or to the port of Piraeus for your Mediterranean cruise.

INCLUSIONS

Our 8 day tour of Greece includes 7 nights in 4 star hotels. Transfers to/from airport or port. Daily breakfast plus three dinners, English speaking guides on day tours. Island hopping day tour, all entrance fees to sightseeing monuments and taxes. Secure your spot on our mainland Greece tour from a *25% deposit.  See our terms and conditions for more details.

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Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Athens

Arrival at the Athens airport, welcome assistance and transfer to your hotel in Athens.

MEALS: None

OVERNIGHT: 4 Star Hotel, Athens

DAY 2: Athens City Tour

A morning panoramic tour will take you around to the most important monuments and landmarks of the city including: Panathinaikon stadium, Zappeion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Syntagma square, Parliament, tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann’s house, Academy, University, National Library, and old Parliament. You will then visit the Acropolis, including the Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion; and the Acropolis Museum where findings from the area, like the Caryatides, have found their home. Afternoon at leisure to explore Plaka, and the historical center at your own pace.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: 4 Star Hotel, Athens

DAY 3: Athens ~ Corinth Canal ~ Epidaurus ~ Nafplio ~ Mycenae ~ Olympia

Today you will depart on a 3-Day tour, heading first towards the Peloponnese. You will admire the impressive Corinth canal, and visit Epidaurus, the most important healing center in antiquity and today famous for the best-preserved ancient theater with the unique acoustics. You will then pass by Nafplio, and continue with visiting Mycenae, «rich in gold» as Homer mentions, with the Cyclopean walls, and the tomb of Agamemnon with the famous Lion’s Gate. The day will conclude in Olympia for overnight.

MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner

OVERNIGHT: 4 Star Hotel, Olympia

DAY 4: Olympia ~ Delphi

Built on the banks of the River Alfios, Olympia is beautiful, green, and placid. We will enjoy a tour through the remains of the Ancient Olympia Complex (home of the original Olympic Games), including the Temple of Zeus, the Palaestra, and Phidias’s Workshop; and visit the local museum, with the impressive statue of Hermes of Praxitelis. In the afternoon, you continue your journey, to central Greece, driving over the impressive Rio-Antirio bridge, to Delphi for overnight.

MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner

OVERNIGHT: 4 Star Hotel, Delphi

DAY 5: Delphi ~ Kalambaka

Built on the slopes of mount Parnassos overlooking the vast olive groves and the Corinthian gulf, Delphi used to be the most sacred spot in the world and a pilgrimage center for many centuries in antiquity. You will admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, walk the Sacred way, see the temple of Apollo, home of Pythia (the oracle), and visit the local museum with the famous bronze statue of the Charioteer, before continuing your drive to Kalambaka for overnight.

MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner

OVERNIGHT: 4 Star Hotel, Kalambaka

DAY 6: Kalambaka ~ Meteora ~ Athens

This morning, you will be visiting Meteora, one of the most beautiful areas of mainland Greece and part of UNESCO’s list of world heritage monuments. Amazing rock formations, like towers of sandstone, stand ageless, and have provided sacred retreat for monks over the centuries. A number of monasteries are hidden on top of Meteora and the view over the plain is breathtaking. Return drive to Athens in the afternoon, stopping on the way at Thermopylae, to see the statue of Leonidas, commemorating the battle of the 300, against the Persians.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: 4 Star Hotel, Athens

DAY 7: Day Cruise: Athens ~ Aegina ~ Poros ~ Hydra ~ Athens.

You will spend a whole day cruising to the islands of the Saronic gulf today. Take a donkey ride to explore the “vehicle free” Hydra, with its unique Mitropolis. Hike to the clock tower of Poros to see the views to yacht port and the Peloponnese. Join a horse-drawn carriage ride in Aegina and buy some pistachios, or join an excursion to the temple of Afea. Enjoy a buffet lunch on board and practice your Greek dancing skills on the way back to Athens.

Note: The operation of the one-day-cruise is subject to weather conditions and to minimum participation during winter months. In case of cancellation, alternative excursions will be offered to the guests, or the cost of the day-cruise will be refunded to the booking agent.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch

OVERNIGHT: 4 Star Hotel, Athens

DAY 8: Departure

At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your departure flight, or to the port for your onward cruise.

MEALS: Breakfast

Description

Discover the magic of mainland Greece with our 8 day, 7 night package ideal for a pre-cruise extension. This tour of Greece visits Athens with a panoramic city tour including the most important monuments and landmarks of the city. Including the Parthenon and Acropolis, including the Propylaea. You will also venture into the countryside of Delphi and Kalambaka and the slopes of Mount Paranassos overlooking vast olive groves and the Corinthian Gulf. Delpi used to be the most sacred spot in the world and a pilgrimage centre for many centuries in antiquity.

Visit the Corinth canal and Epidaurus for the best preserved ancient theatre. Pass by Beautiful Nafplio and visit Mycenae “Rich in gold” as Homer described. We visit the Olympia complex, home to the original olympic games and the Temple of Zeus. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage site  of Meteora, visiting stunning rock formations. Finihs your tour with a day trip island hopping around the Saronic gulf, visit ‘vehicle free’ Hydra, hike to the clock tower on Poros and buy delicious local pistachios o Aegina.  Back to Athens to relax for another night before transferring either to the airport for your onwards journey, or to the port of Piraeus for your Mediterranean cruise.

INCLUSIONS

Our 8 day tour of Greece includes 7 nights in 4 star hotels. Transfers to/from airport or port. Daily breakfast plus three dinners, English speaking guides on day tours. Island hopping day tour, all entrance fees to sightseeing monuments and taxes. Secure your spot on our mainland Greece tour from a *25% deposit.  See our terms and conditions for more details.

INCLUSIONS

 

8 Day tour of Greece

7 Nights 4 star hotel accommodation

4x Breakfasts, 1x Lunch 3x Dinners

Athens city tour with Acropolis & Acropolis museum with English speaking guide

Delphi – Meteroa tour

Tour of Corinth Canal, Olympia, Mycenae

Day cruise to Aegina, Poros and Hydra islands including lunch

All transfers

Meet & greet service for briefing and orientation

All entrance and admission fees to sites and museums

All taxes and services

EXCLUSIONS

 

International flights

Climate Crisis Resilience Tax (€3-7 per room per night payable direct to hotel)

Travel insurance

Meals not specified in itinerary

All drinks

Tipping (Not mandatory but recommended €5-10 per person per day)

Porterage at hotels

Anything else not mentioned in inclusions

DEPARTURE DATES

 

DEPARTURE DATES 2025:

July: 12 [PRE-CRUISE]

July: 26 [PRE-CRUISE]

August: 2 [POST-CRUISE]

August: 9 [PRE-CRUISE]

August: 16 [PRE-CRUISE]

August: 16 [POST-CRUISE]

August: 30 [POST-CRUISE]

September: 6 [POST-CRUISE]

This tour is designed as a pre-tour extension to our 14 Night Greek Island cruise. However, it does depart every day except Tuesday so please contact us if you wish to book an alternative date.

HOTELS

 

4 STAR HOTELS:

Athens: Polis Grand / Golden Age / Zafolia Hotel / Titania Hotel

Kalambaka: Amalia Hotel / Grand Meteora Hotel

Olympia: Amalia Hotel / Europa Hotel

Delphi: Amalia Hotel / Apollonia Hotel / V-Hotel

 

Triple Share: Not all hotels offer triple share rooms. If a hotel does offer a triple share room, it may include a rollaway bed.

In the unlikely event that the listed hotels are fully booked, alternative hotels of the same standard will be used.

Customers will be advised 2 weeks prior to departure if any hotel changes.

UPGRADES & OPTIONS

 

UPGRADES:

Upgrade to 5 star hotels is available. Please contact us for pricing as this differs per departure date.

 

EXTRA NIGHTS:

Extend your time overseas with pre or post tour accommodation

4 Star Hotel, Athens: $300

 

Prices are based per room per night and include breakfast and airport / port  transfers on a private basis. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 

OFFER:

By purchasing this package, you agree to MyHoliday2’s Terms and Conditions and the specific terms detailed in each information tab of the package.

The package is valid for one person based on twin share.

Bookings are subject to availability.

 

GROUP SIZE:

Minimum of 2 people

Maximum 42 people

If minimum numbers are not met, you will be requested to change to a different date.

Some tours can be guaranteed with fewer participants; however, surcharges will apply.

If you are unable to change dates, a credit or refund will be offered in accordance with MyHoliday2’s refund policy.

 

SINGLE TRAVELLERS:

For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies.

– $850 per person

Accommodation for single customers on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, subject to availability.

 

CHILDREN POLICY:

Children under 2 years old are free of charge in existing bedding.

Children aged 2-11 years old will pay a child rate – contact us

Children aged 12+ are classed as adults

Child discounts are only applicable if travelling with two full paying adults.

Maximum room capacity is 2 adults and 1 child. 

 

AMENDMENTS:

Any amendments are subject to the supplier’s terms and conditions.

Any changes will incur a $100 per person amendment fee PLUS any additional fees applied by the supplier.

All changes must be requested in writing.

No changes can be made within 90 days of departure. The standard cancellation policy will apply.

If unable to select new dates, a credit valid for 12 months may be offered.

 

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Cancellations are subject to MyHoliday2’s Terms and Conditions.

Refunds and credits will be offered in accordance with MyHoliday2’s Refund Policy.

 

PAYMENT PLANS:

MyHoliday2 offers a variety of payment plans based on your tour departure date. Refer to our Terms and Conditions for details.

All payment plans incur a 2% surcharge, paid with the deposit.

If the wrong plan is selected, a $25 fee will be charged to manually amend all invoices.

 

TOURS, DRIVERS & GUIDES: 

Tours are based on ‘Seat in Coach’ departures

Day tours included may involve joining larger groups.

Drivers do not provide information on tours.

Drivers may assist in organizing expert guides at certain locations.

Refer to INCLUSIONS for the type of guides included in this package.

For more information on guides, refer to the Terms and Conditions.

 

TRANSFERS:

Refer to INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS to determine if a transfer is applicable and the type of transfer included.

If you have booked your own flights, send flight details to booking@myholiday2.com.au to confirm transfers.

Contact details for our local tour operator can be found on your voucher in your online account.

 

Group Transfer

The timing of group transfers will be set to accommodate the majority of arrival and departure flights.

If you arrive early or depart late, you may need to wait or make your own way to the hotel or airport at your own expense.

As you clear immigration, look for a MyHoliday2 sign with your name.

 

Private Transfer:

As you clear immigration, look for a MyHoliday2 sign with your name.

 

OTHER INFORMATION:

A 25% deposit is non-refundable.

Entrance / admission fees to various sites and museums are set by the Greek government, and in case of change, prices will be adjusted accordingly. Currently included entrance fees are based on valid announced rates, at the time publishing.

Above rates include VAT. In case of change of VAT, prices will be adjusted accordingly.

A new “accommodations tax” now officially called “Climate crisis resilience tax” is applicable to all accommodations in Greece from 01/01/2024. This tax is charged per room per night.

Prices are in AUD$.

Travel insurance is highly recommended; MyHoliday2 takes no responsibility for any travel issues that may arise.

MyHoliday2 pricing reflects current market rates which may fluctuate from day to day.

MyHoliday2 is not obliged to refund or match any subsequent price reductions after purchase.

Customers must obtain the correct visa for their destination and cover associated fees. Please check visa and travel requirements via the Smartraveller website.

For any medical-related information, refer to Smartraveller or contact a travel medical specialist.

Customers must ensure their passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

MyHoliday2 pricing reflects market rates, so package prices may fluctuate, and refunds to match subsequent price reductions are not guaranteed.

Departures are not guaranteed until confirmation.

If advertised availability is not present post-purchase, another date selection is necessary.

 

 

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