PROGRAM

DEPARTURE FROM USA: SATURDAY

Athens – 4D3N Classical Mainland Tour with Meteora – Kinetta –

4day Cruise by Celestyal – Athens

Welcome to Greece!

(16 days, 14 nights, 33 meals)

Athens: 3 nights         

Olympia: 1 night        

Delphi: 1night             

Kalambaka: 1 night    

Kinetta: 4 nights         

At Sea: 4 nights

DAY1 – SUNDAY: WELCOME TO ATHENS GREECE

Arrival at Athens International Airport, meet and transfer to your hotel for check in. Overnight in Athens.

DAY2 – MONDAY: Athens ● Corinth Canal ● Epidaurus ● Nafplio ● Mycenae ● Olympia

Leave by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (short stop). Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidaurus, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Then proceed to the town of Nafplio (short photo stop), drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games (dinner).

Breakfast, Dinner

DAY3 – TUESDAY: Olympia ● Delphi or Arachova

In the morning visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, the spot where the torch of the modern Olympic Games is lit and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia until the magnificent bridge that crosses the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive in Delphi (dinner and overnight).

Breakfast, Dinner

DAY4 – WEDNESDAY: Delphi or Arachova ● Kalambaka

In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi, the most famous oracle of the ancient world. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town located at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks (dinner and overnight).

Breakfast, Dinner

DAY5 – THURSDAY: Kalambaka (Meteora) ● Athens (kineta)

Visit Meteora, a striking scenery: perched on top of huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae (short stop to see across the road the Leonida’s Monument). Arrive in Athens early in the evening, and transfer to your hotel for your 4-night stay at the Kinetta Beach Resort & Spa.

END OF THE GUIDED TOUR

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY6 / day7 / day 8 – FRIDAY/SATURDAY/SUNDAY: Athens (Kinetta)

Enjoy your stay at the Kinetta Beach Resort & Spa. Take a stroll on the massive pebble beach stretching over 6 km by the Saronic Gulf. Sip a cocktail from the pool or the beach bar and bask under the sun, surrounded by the clear waters and lush gardens. Lounge by the pool and appreciate the coffee, drinks, and music that create the perfect atmosphere for your next few days in Greece.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Celestyal Cruise DAY 9 – MONDAY: Athens (Lavrion) ● Mykonos

Transfer to the port of Lavrion where you’ll board the cruise ship.

BEGINNING OF ISLAND HOPPING CRUISE

Athens depart at 1:00 pm

Mykonos arrive at 6:00 pm – depart at 11:00 pm

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Celestyal Cruise DAY 10 – TUESDAY: Kusadasi (Turkey) ● Patmos                     

Arrive in Kusadasi. Enjoy your included excursion to the ancient city of Ephesus, where you’ll discover the eternal relics of the Hellenistic, Roman and Christian eras (guided tour of the archaeological site). Around noon, depart for the island of Patmos.

Kusadasi: arrive at 7:00 am and depart at 1:00pm

Patmos: arrive at 4:30 pm and depart at 9:30 pm

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Celestyal Cruise DAY 11 – WEDNESDAY: Rhodes

Arrival in Rhodes for a day at leisure to explore the ‘’Knight’s Island’’, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Learn about the city’s rich history and discover one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe.

Depart for Crete.

Rhodes: arrive at 7:00 am and depart at 6:00 pm

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Celestyal Cruise DAY 12 – THURSDAY: Crete (Heraklion) ● Santorini

Arrive in Heraklion, the capital of Crete.

VISIT INCLUDED: Minoan Palace of Knossos-1st European Civilization

In the afternoon, stop in Santorini to discover its high-perched villages and stunning views.

Heraklion: arrive at 7:00 am and depart at noon

Santorini: arrive at 4:30 pm and depart at 9:30 pm

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Celestyal Cruise DAY13 – FRIDAY: Athens (Lavrion)

Arrive in Lavrion and transfer to your hotel for a 2-night stay in Athens.
END OF ISLAND-HOPPING CRUISE

Arrival at 6:00 am

Breakfast

DAY14- SATURDAY: Athens

Enjoy the day at leisure to explore this wonderful city! Wherever you stand, where you turn, the city’s long and rich history will be alive in front of you with non-stop energy.

Breakfast

DAY15- SUNDAY: Athens – Home

Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Breakfast

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*Package descriptions and pricing are subject to change without notice.