From Catalonia to Veneto
The Mediterranean Sea and the Adriatic Sea
- 15 days
- 13 nights
- 32 meals
Departures: Aug 16, 2026, May 04, 2027
On demand price
GreeceLights of Antiquity
Voyage to the heart of Western civilization with this exceptional tour through the greatest sites of Ancient Greece. From the Acropolis in Athens and the Sanctuary of Delphi to the treasures of the Peloponnese and the hanging monasteries of Meteora, this journey will take you through the historical and spiritual wonders of Greece.
Cities on itinerary:
Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Kalambaka
- Fast
- Local guide
- Group meets at destination
Highlights:
Sanctuary of Apollo in Delphi
Archaeological site of Olympia
- Byzantine monasteries of Meteora
Neoclassical monuments of Athens
Itinerary
- Day 1: Athens
Arrive at the Athens airport and transfer to the hotel. Crystal City Hotel 3* or similar
- Day 2: Athens
Free day. Optional: Mini-cruise on the Saronic Gulf ($). (B)
- Day 3: Athens – Epidaurus – Mycenae – Olympia (390km)
Set off via the coastal road and stop at the Corinth Canal. Visit the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, built in the 4th century B.C. and famous for its perfect acoustics. Continue to Nafplio for a photo break. Travel to Mycenae to explore an archaeological site and the Treasury of Atreus. Cross the centre of the Peloponnese via Tripoli and Megalopolis. Enjoy dinner and spend the night in Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. Neda Hotel 3* or similar (B-D)
- Day 4: Olympia – Delphi (240km)
In the morning, visit the archaeological site of Olympia, which houses the Sanctuary of Zeus, an ancient stadium, and a museum. Then, depart for Delphi and cross the spectacular Rio-Antirrio Bridge, which links the Peloponnese to mainland Greece. Pass through Nafpaktos and Itea. Have dinner and spend the night in Delphi. Fedriades Delphi Hotel 3* or similar (B-D)
- Day 5: Delphi – Kalambaka (230km)
Spend a good part of the day exploring the majestic central Greek site of Delphi, dominated by Mount Parnassus. Stroll through the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo, the famous Athenian Treasury, and a museum. Continue to Kalambaka, at the foot of the spectacular Meteora rocks, a stunning geological formation. Hotel Famissi 3* or similar (B-D)
- Day 6: Kalambaka – Meteora – Athens (360km)
Visit the Meteora region, a unique location with exceptional landscapes where Byzantine monasteries hang between heaven and earth. Head back to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae, a historic site from the Greco-Persian wars. Make a quick stop at the bronze statue of Leonidas. Arrive in late afternoon. Crystal City Hotel 3* or similar (B-D)
- Day 7: Athens
Take a deep dive into the city of Athens. Stop at the Hellenic Parliament, which is guarded day and night by the famous Evzones, the presidential guard. Explore the elegant neoclassical monuments, the marble Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Zeus, and Hadrian’s Arch, a Roman triumphal arch built in the 2nd century. Highlight of the day: A tour of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Then, explore the very modern Acropolis Museum. (B-D)
- Day 8: Athens
After breakfast, transfer to the Athens airport. (B)
Inclusions
Transportation by tour bus
Transfers
7 nights in 3* accommodations
Services of French-speaking local tour guides
Tours, excursions, and activities listed in the itinerary
International flights
Travel insurance
Baggage handling
Tips and personal expenses
Tourist tax
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
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