10 Day Grecian Splendors - Land Only
- Duration: 10 Days (approx.)
- Location: athens,
- Product code: PTXSGA
DAY 1, SAT - USA / ATHENS: Overnight flight to Athens, Greece. Airfare not included.
DAY 2, SUN - ATHENS: Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of day at leisure.
DAY 3, MON - ATHENS / MYCENAE / OLYMPIA: You will commence your 3 Day Classical Tour. From Athens, you will drive to the Corinth Canal for a quick photo stop prior to arriving at Epidaurus and its famous theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo's son Asklepios, the healer and was the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics. Continue to Mycenae, at its peak, Mycenae was one of the most important Ancient Greek cities and is linked to several works of cultural significance, including the Odyssey and the Iliad. Today, Mycenae contains several well-preserved sites, including the Lion’s Gate and the North Gate, which form parts of its fortified walls, and which once stood 18 meters high and 6 to 8 meters thick. Mycenae flourished into a fortified city and as ruled at one time by the famous King Agamemnon. Continue to Olympia for dinner and overnight. (B, D)
DAY 4, TUES - OLYMPIA / DELPHI: After breakfast, you will meet up with your guide and continue your 3 Day Classical Tour with a visit to the archaeological site of Olympia marveling at the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the altar of the Olympic Flame, the Stadium, site of the ancient Olympic Games and the museum. After lunch, at your own expense, enjoy a scenic drive via Patra, then along the coastal road passing the city of Nafpaktos before arriving in Delphi. Dinner and Overnight Accommodation in Delphi. (B, D)
DAY 5, WED - DELPHI / ATHENS: The ancient site of Delphi is one of the most historical destinations in Greece and one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. Visits include the Doric Temple and the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasuries, the 5th-century bronzed Charioteer and the intriguing Archaeological Museum filled with ancient artifacts. Evening return to Athens. (B)
DAY 6, THURS - ATHENS: You will commence your guided Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour which will give you an overall view of Athens and its monuments with the highlight of the tour being a
visit to the world-famous ancient Acropolis. Rest of the day at leisure or explore this fascinating city on your own. Visit Plaka the old city of Athens with the many cafes, restaurants, shops and it’s flee market. (B)
DAY 7, FRI - ATHENS / MYKONOS: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before being transferred directly to the Port of Lavrion. Embark your cruise and sail to Mykonos with lunch offered onboard. Late afternoon, you will arrive in Mykonos, where you will enjoy free time on your own, on one of the most cosmopolitan islands in Greece. Return to the ship for dinner. (B, L, D) Inside Cabin cat. IB
DAY 8, SAT - MYKONOS / KUSADASI / PATMOS: Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as you arrive in the Port of Kusadasi. For those of you that have never discovered Kusadasi, we highly recommend the included tour to Ancient Ephesus or perhaps you may prefer to walk around this colorful town on your own. Return to the ship mid-morning and enjoy lunch onboard before sailing to Patmos. Late afternoon arrive in Patmos and explore the Monastery of St John and the Grotto of Revelations with the optional tour. Early evening return to the ship where dinner await you as you sail for Crete. (B, L, D)
DAY 9, SUN - CRETE / SANTORINI: Port of Heraklion, Crete. Spend your morning with an unforgettable included tour visiting the Palace of Knossos and its excavations. Return to the ship mid-morning and enjoy lunch onboard before sailing to Santorini. Captivating views are not to be missed as your ship has Santorini in its sight. Those passengers taking the included excursion to Oia Village perched on the Caldera rim will disembark first via tender boats to Athenios Port where motor coaches will await. All other passengers will disembark via tender boats to Santorini`s small port where you can experience a journey up the caldera by cable car or donkey or foot. Early evening return to the ship via cable car and tender boat for dinner as you depart Santorini and sail back to Piraeus. (B, L, D)
DAY 10, MON - ATHENS: After breakfast disembark the ship and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
NOTE: Your international flight must depart from Athens 11:00 am or later. Early morning international departures are required to stay 1 additional day in Athens.
Please call us at .800.385.3650
Package Includes:
• 3 night’s First Class hotel in Athens with breakfast daily.
• Athens City Tour including the Acropolis Museum.
• 3 Days / 2 Nights Classical Tour of Greece with air-conditioned motorcoach. Guided visits Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi.
• First Class hotels throughout with breakfast and dinner daily per itinerary.
• 3 Night Aegean Island Cruise with all meals daily, entertainment. 1st class - Inside cabin superior with two lower beds Cat. IB.
• Included Shore Excursions (KUS-02) Ancient Ephesus, (HER-01) Minoan Palace of Knossos - 1st European civilization
• Beverage pkg: Unlimited non-alcoholic & alcoholic drinks throughout the cruise.
• Port Tax & service charges of $159.00 per person includes gratuities on ship.
• All hotel taxes and service charges except local city hotel tax paid directly at hotel upon check-in.
• Roundtrip transfers airport - hotel- port as stated in itinerary.
• Porterage of one suitcase per person
• Classic Holidays representative as needed 24/7
Note: Hotels featured in itinerary may be substituted according to the availability.
Extend your stay with a Pre or Post accommodations. Please call us directly at 1.800.385.3650.
Please note: Rates do not include local hotel city taxes. City tax will be paid directly at the reception hotel desk at the arrival or at the check out according to the local city board procedure. City tax will change according to hotel category (3 - 6 euros/ per day)
TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are included per itinerary only when airfare is purchased from Classic Holidays. Taxi service or private ground transfers are available for those purchasing their airfare elsewhere at additional cost.
Price Excludes: Airfare & airport taxes (except those which are specified), passports & visas, laundry, telephone calls, drinks, food not indicated in the itinerary, expenses of a personal nature, excess luggage and transfer of the same, optional excursions & excursions during the cruise, gratuities of any kind, Personal expenses, Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
