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5 Days TOP Highlights in Mainland and Islands of Greece

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5 days
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5 days

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This tour offers you the opportunity to see different aspects of Greece. Visit the symbol of democracy, the centre of ancient world, little islands, watch amazing sunsets and taste divine wines only in 5 days...

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accommodation (If you need our help we work with some of the best hotels in each area, we only need to know the number of the rooms)

The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.

What To Expect

Day 1

Athens Full Day Private Tour

1

Acropolis

Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make your day. On the historical hill, you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Included
2

Propylaea

The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.

Admission Not Applicable
3

Parthenon

Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, the eternal symbol of the Athenian democracy and the western civilization.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
4

Erectheion

Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
5

Temple of Athena Nike

Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
6

Temple of Olympian Zeus

After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest temple in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian's Arch.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included
7

Panathenaic Stadium

We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

10 minutes • Admission Not Included
8

Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus)

Then moving into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis to the Aegean Sea.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
9

Ancient Agora of Athens

Ancient Greek Agora which is considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy and free speech.

50 minutes • Admission Not Included
10

Temple of Aries

You will visit the Temple of Hephaestus, the best-preserved temple in Greece standing largely as built.

10 minutes • Admission Not Included
11

Museum of the Ancient Agora

In this little but important museum you will see findind or ancient Athenians daily life and their political system.

20 minutes • Admission Not Included
12

Plateia Syntagmatos

Next driving alongside the National Garden, we will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
13

Monument to the Unknown Soldier

Next driving alongside the National Garden, we will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
14

Academy of Athens

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.

Admission Not Applicable
15

Academy of Athens

The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.

Admission Not Applicable
16

National Library of Greece

The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.

Admission Not Applicable
17

Plaka

You will be feeling hungry by now so next stop is going to be a traditional Greek tavern with authentic Greek dishes

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
18

Monastiraki

Historically old neighborhood of Athens.

Admission Not Applicable
19

Acropolis Museum

As you enter the museum grounds, look through the plexiglass floor to see the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood, which were artfully incorporated into the museum design after being uncovered during excavations.This dazzling modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis’ southern slope showcases its surviving treasures still in Greek possession. While the collection covers the Archaic and Roman periods, the emphasis is on the Acropolis of the 5th century BCE, considered the apotheosis of Greece’s artistic achievement.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
Day 2

Delphi Private Tour

1

Monastery of Hosios Loukas

Our first stop is going to be the monastery of Hosios Loukas, which represents the second golden age of Byzantine art (11th -12th century) in particular its golden mosaic decoration and fine architecture.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
2

Mount Parnassus

We will be on the slopes of Mount Parnassus before reaching Delphi.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
3

Delphi

Delphi is a town on Mount Parnassus in the south of mainland Greece. It's the site of the 4th-century-B.C. Temple of Apollo, once home to a legendary oracle.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
4

Delphi Archaeological Museum

In the museum you will be able to see the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statue.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
5

Temple of Apollo

Called the centre of the world, Delphi was the most famous ancient Greek sanctuary with a PanHellenic character dedicated to the God Apollo.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
6

Arachova

A stop at the village of Arachova, Mykonos of the Winter, as the Athenians call it, for come picturesque photos.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
7

Athens

We will drive back to Athens.

Admission Not Applicable
Day 3

One-Day 3 Islands Hopping

1

Piraeus

We will drive to the port to start your cruise.

Admission Not Applicable
2

Hydra

You’ll depart Athens under the morning sun and enjoy a delicious, optional breakfast, if you choose, from our menu. As you cruise the legendary waters of the historic Saronic Gulf, our first island destination, is Hydra. On arrival you’ll marvel at the amazing architecture of the harbour town and have plenty of time to discover the many charms of the island on one of our tours. A leisurely stroll through the narrow streets is a must.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
3

Poros

Depart Hydra and cruise to Poros, a quiet and beautiful green island, noted for its pleasant beaches and the fragrant aroma of lemon carried by a gentle wind from its many groves. The boat will be at Poros for about 40 minutes leaving you enough time to admire the graphic setting of the island's Chora.

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
4

Aegina

Cruise to Aegina and discover the island’s brilliant cultural heritage, including an optional short boat ride to swim. You'll have about 2 hours to discover the island's beauties either on your own or through one of our guided tours.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
5

Afaia

A visit to the Temple of Afaia is an unforgettable excursion. The temple is the focal point of the area of the sanctuary, founded in ancient Aegina to commemorate the Minoan deity Afaia, daughter of Zeus and Carme. The temple is in the Dorian style and is considered by many to be the model the Parthenon is Athens.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
6

Athens

Return to Athens in the early evening and enjoy an amazing view of the Attica sky at sunset from our Sun Deck and Live Greek Folk Dance Show that will accompany you for about 1.5hour to 2hours until you reach Attica's port.

Admission Not Applicable
Day 4

Sounio Sunset Half Day Private Tour

1

Glyfada

Glyfada is a suburb in South Athens with a lot of beach bars and nightclubs.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Voula Beach

Drive by Voula beach to admire the Athenian Riviera.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
3

Lake Vouliagmeni

Drive by Vouliagmeni, with the luxurious hotels, the sandy beaches and, of course,the famous natural Lake protected by Natura 2000.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
4

Varkiza

Drive by Varkiza admiring the sea.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
5

Anavyssos

Drive By Anavyssos.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
6

Temple of Poseidon

We will see the temple of Poseidon that dominates above the Aegean Sea and the remains of the temple Athena Souniada. Apart from the unique location and the archaeological interest, Cape Sounio is also known for its breathtaking sunset and view of the Greek Islands. It is considered as one of the most romantic places in Greece. The place Lord Byron wrote about and treasured.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
7

Sounio

Enjoy the incredible sunset and see the ancient columns changing colour and becoming golden as the sun dives into the Aegean sea.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
8

Athens

We will drive the same way back watching the different colours of the sky...

Admission Not Applicable
Day 5

Wineroads Full Day Private Tour

1

Corinth Canal

The tour starts with a drive along the coast, on the way you will view some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis (where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians). Our first stop the Corinth Canal. Opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)

Ancient Corinth, located at the foot of the hill includes the Roman Agora of Corinth, the temple of God Apollo and a small museum. Apart from its archaeological and historical interest Ancient Corinth is also one of the most popular religious destinations in Greece as this was where the Apostle Paul preached Christianity, was judged by the tribunal in the Agora and established the best organized Christian church of that period.

20 minutes • Admission Included
3

Temple of Apollo

We will visit the Temple of Apollo which is located in the in the Ancient city of Corinth. The temple of Apollo at Corinth is one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland. Built around 560 B.C.E., of local monolithic limestone on top of an imposing, rocky hill to the north of Acrocorinth, the Archaic temple was an emblem for the Greek city of Corinth, reflecting its growth and prosperity.

10 minutes • Admission Not Included
4

Acrocorinth

Acrocorinth, "Upper Corinth", the acropolis of ancient Corinth, is a monolithic rock overseeing the ancient city of Corinth, Greece. In the estimation of George Forrest, “It is the most impressive of the acropoleis of mainland Greece.” With its secure water supply, Acrocorinth's fortress was repeatedly used as a last line of defense in southern Greece because it commanded the Isthmus of Corinth, repelling foes from entry by land into the Peloponnese peninsula.

Admission Not Applicable
5

Ancient Nemea

Driving through the grape yards of the largest wine production zone in Greece, we will visit one of the best wineries. People will gladly give you a small tour showing you the grape yards, the storage barrels, explaining you the procedure that takes place until the bottling. In the end, you will be offered to taste some of their best varieties while having a view of the Nemean Valley.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included
6

Archaeological Museum of Nemea

Archaeological site and Museum of Nemea shows you interesting things about the Nemean Pan Hellenic Games.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included
7

Ktima Bairaktaris

After the visit to the site, we will head towards one of the Nemean wineries. Driving through the grape yards of the largest wine production zone in Greece, we will visit one of the best wineries. People will gladly give you a small tour showing you the grape yards, the storage barrels, explaining you the procedure that takes place until the bottling. In the end, you will be offered to taste some of their best varieties while having a view of the Nemean Valley.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
8

Nafplio

Lastly, we will drive towards the city of Nafplio for our last stop, considered the most scenic city, it functioned as the capital of Greece until 1834. After walking in the idyllic old city we will stop for lunch at a traditional tavern by the sea.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
9

We will drive up to the castle of Acronafplia for a panoramic view of Nafplio.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
10

Bourtzi

Bourtzi, a huge port opened to the Aegean Sea and the unique architecture of the old city of Nafplion revealing Venetian, neoclassical and oriental elements.

Admission Not Applicable
11

Athens

We will drive back to Athens.

Admission Not Applicable

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What‘s Included

Cruise VIP tickets

Private transportation

Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off

Wine Tasting

Bottled water

Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]

Accommodation (We work with some of the best hotels. We have to know the number of the rooms)

Entrance Fees

Licensed Tour guide on request (Additional cost)

Pickup points

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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    1 Parthenon & museum, 2 Vergina, 3 Epidaurus & Mycenae, 4 Delphi, 5 Olympia, 6 Thessaloniki, 7 Ioannina & Metsovo, 8 Mt Olympus & Litochoron, 9 Meteora, 10 Psarades (gathered over 40 years, mainly July)

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