Discover the ancient treasures of Greece
Have you ever wanted to explore the fascinating history of Ancient Greece? This seven-day tour takes you through the highlights of Athens and its surrounding areas, giving you the chance to learn about the country’s extraordinary history. There is much to explore!
In Athens, be wowed by the Parthenon and world-famous Acropolis. Visit the Temple of Olympian Zeus and some of Athen’s more modern gems such as the Panathenaic Stadium and Catholic Cathedral. Explore Cape Sounio, home to the remains of the Temple of Poseidon, journeying along some of the region’s most beautiful beaches to get there. Travel to the site of Greece’s famous Oracle in Delphi and learn about the mythology surrounding it.
Services
Included:
- 6 nights accommodation in double rooms in a 3, 4 or 5-star hotel
- Daily breakfast & two lunches (during full-day tours)
- Private airport transfers on arrival & departure days
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
- English-speaking guide on excursions
- Local taxes
Excluded:
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Any meals & drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips & gratuities
Optional:
- One-day Saronic Gulf cruise with lunch on board
Itinerary at a Glance
Athens
Hello, Athens!
Athens
Experience the capital of Greece
Athens - Sounio - Athens
Cape Sounio & the Temple of Poseidon
Athens - Delphi - Athens
A day in Delphi
Athens
Spend the day exploring Athens
Athens - Epidaurus - Athens
Tour the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Athens
Goodbye, Greece
Detailed Itinerary
Athens
Day 1: Hello, Athens!
Welcome to Greece! Land at Athens International Airport before being transferred to your hotel via air-conditioned taxi. Upon arrival at your hotel, you will be greeted by a tour representative, who will provide you with all of the necessary tickets for your upcoming journey.
Spend the rest of the day however you please! Get a head start and wander the city's vibrant streets, or dine in one of its amazing restaurants. If you're too tired from your flight, simply kick back and relax in your hotel.
Athens
Day 2: Experience the capital of Greece
Wake up to a delicious breakfast at your hotel before heading off into the city! Be prepared to spend the day exploring the streets of the nation’s capital.
Athens is a fascinating combination of the ancient and the modern. Visit the world-famous Acropolis, which symbolises the city's glorious past. As you continue your tour, stop at renowned landmarks such as the Parthenon, Propylea, Temple of Athena Nike, and Erechtheion with its Porch of The Maidens.
Move on to the next impressive historical site, the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus, followed by the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first Olympic Games of 1896. Don't miss the city’s Neoclassical structures of the 19th century, such as the Catholic Cathedral and the National Library, before ending your tour at the Acropolis Museum. Return to your hotel to rest for the evening, or enjoy the city some more at your own pace.
Athens - Sounio - Athens
Day 3: Cape Sounio & the Temple of Poseidon
Use the morning to relax in your hotel or explore more of the city. In the afternoon, it's time to head south to Cape Sounio! Stop along the way at some of the area’s most beautiful beaches in Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza. As you drive towards the Saronic Gulf, make sure to gaze out the window and soak up the breathtaking scenery around you.
On your arrival, take a tour of the awe-inspiring Temple of Poseidon, which rests above the Aegean Sea. A famous setting even in Homer’s Odyssey, this place rings of ancient history just waiting to be explored. In the late afternoon, head back to Athens for your overnight stay.
Athens - Delphi - Athens
Day 4: A day in Delphi
Enjoy a hearty breakfast in your hotel before heading out for your full-day tour of Delphi. Located at the foot of the Parnassus mountains, the Temple of Apollo and the Delphic oracle it housed were considered as the centre of the world. Between the 6th and 4th centuries B.C., the Oracle reached its peak and was known worldwide, offering advice to rulers and common folk alike in exchange for gifts.
Situated amidst beautiful scenery, Delphi represented many facets for the people of Greece, namely culture, unity, and religion. It was also the setting for the famous Pythian Games, which were held there annually for years. Take time here to visit the excellent Archaeological Museum, before returning to Athens for the evening.
Athens
Day 5: Spend the day exploring Athens
Today is yours to spend at leisure. After a delicious breakfast, head out into the city of Athens to do some more exploring. Maybe you didn’t get enough of your favourite museum, or wish to visit an exciting new neighbourhood that isn't on the itinerary. You could spend the day browsing the city's markets, diving into some retail therapy, and stopping by one of the many fabulous bars to sip an afternoon cocktail. Enjoy!
Athens - Epidaurus - Athens
Day 6: Tour the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Take in a delightful breakfast at your hotel before departing for your full-day tour into the region of Argolis. Enjoy a scenic drive along the coast on the way to your first stop, Mycenae. First sung of by Homer, Mycenae was claimed to be “rich in gold” and the most important centre in Greece during the Late Bronze Age.
Move on to witness the sights of Argos and Nauplia, the first capital of Greece in 1829. After lunch, depart for Epidaurus to spend some time exploring its iconic ancient theatre. Lined with limestone staircases, this fabulous structure has been well preserved and is renowned for its fantastic acoustics - it is possible to hear normal human speech from anywhere in the theatre!
After a full day of marvels, head back to Athens for your last night in Greece.
Athens
Day 7: Goodbye, Greece
Enjoy one last breakfast at your hotel. You'll have some free leisure time before transferring to the airport to catch your flight back home, waving goodbye to Greece as you go.
