The Best of Greece Grand Tour 14 Days

Package Description::
Day 1: Transfer from Athens International Airport to the hotel. Day of leisure.

Day 2: Depart for the TEMPLE OF OLYMPIAN ZEUS.

Proceed to the PANATHINAIKO STADIUM cradle of the first Olympic Games took place in 1896 (short stop).

Pass by the Prime’s Ministers residence, the Ex Royal Palace, (guarded by colorful Evzones) Zappion (Conference and Exhibition Hall), the National Garden, the Adrian’s Arc, the St. Paul’s Church, the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown soldier, the Schielman’s House (Numismatic Museum).

Then to the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Old Parliament, the Constitution Square, the Russian Orthodox Church, ACROPOLIS.

Free time for lunch.

We continue for a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) to CAPE SOUNION.

There you will visit the 5th century B.C. TEMPLE of POSEIDON with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands). The precipice is a sheer 197 foot drop to the sea.

Return to the hotel. Rest of the day free.

Day 3: We pass by the OLYMPIC STADIUM to see the Athens 2004 Olympics main venue. We continue for the CORINTH CANAL (short stop).

Drive to EPIDAURUS and visit the Ancient theatre, world famous for its outstanding acoustics. Proceed to NAUPLIA and through the plain of ARGOS arrive to MYCENAE.

Visit the archaeological site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. In the afternoon depart for OLYMPIA, the birth place of the Olympic Games, through the cities of Tripolis and MEGALOPOLIS.
Overnight stay in Olympia.

Day 4: Visit the archaeological site with the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the altar of the Olympic flame, the Stadium and the archaeological Museum.

Depart via PATRAS to RION, cross the Corinthian bay by the new bridge to ANTIRION. Pass by the city of NAFPAKTOS and from there on, along the coastal road to DELPHI, known in ancient times as the navel of the world. In the afternoon visit the picturesque mountain village of ARACHOVA. Overnight stay in Delphi.

Day 5: Visit the archaeological site and the MUSEUM of Delphi. Depart for KALAMBAKA via Central Greece (short stop by Lamia). Overnight stay in Kalambaka (a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks and crowned by the METEORA Monasteries).

Day 6: Leave in the morning for nearby Meteora to visit the BYZANTINE MONASTERIES. Return to Athens passing by the heroic monument of Leonidas at THERMOPYLAE. Return to the hotel in Athens.

Day 7: Day of leisure.
Day 8: The ship departs at 08:15 from Piraeus harbor.

At 09:30 the vessel arrives at Aegina. At the reception desk passengers may obtain shore excursion tickets to the magnificent 5th century BC Classical Greek Temple of Afaea, rising above a breathtaking scenery of dark green pine trees and deep blue sea. The three temples of Afaea (Aegina), Parthenon (Akropolis) and Poseidon (Cape Sounion) form the famous 'Golden Mean Triangle'.

Other options include a guided tour of the island and visit to the Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Nektarios.

A bustling fish market, floating fruit market and Aegina's pistachio nuts are other attractions awaiting visitors.

Next port of call the little island of Poros. Walk along winding streets, among rich pine forest and lemon trees to the top of a panoramic tower clock view of the Peloponnese.

Lunch is served in two sittings at 12:00 and at 14:00.

And finally, Hydra. Enjoy one of the most cosmopolitan Greek islands. The favorite of the international jet-set and an artist retreat dotted with art galleries, its narrow picturesque streets (no vehicles allowed on the island), white washed houses, stores of folklore art and jewelry, local delicacies, crystal waters and multiple cliff face views justly make this island a jewel of the Aegean Sea. Ideal for shopping, swimming and photographs.

At 17:00 we begin the return trip to Piraeus. Passengers are invited to the main lounge to enjoy our international live orchestra and local Greek folk dances. Our main aim is the entertainment of all our passengers.

Return to the hotel in Athens.

Day 9: 06:30 Transfer to Piraeus port to catch the Ferry to Santorini
07:30 Departure to Santorini on the way you will see the port of Paros (short stop) , the port of Naxos (short stop) and the port of Ios (short stop).
15:30 Arrival in Santorini , Transfer to the Hotel.
Rest of the day free.
Day 10: Day of leisure , or optional tour to Volcano.
Day 11: Day of leisure, or optional visit to Oia Village for the famous sunset,
Day 12: Day for leisure. At 17:00 Transfer to the port of Santorini to catck the high speed boat to Crete.
18:00 Departure to Crete .
20:00 Arrival in Crete (Heraklion port) and transfer to the Hotel. Rest of the day free.
Day 13: Day of leisure , or optional tour to KNOSSOS and Heraklion Museum. Rest of the day free.
Day 14: Day of leisure , Transfer to Heraklion Airport to catch your flight to Athens
END of the Grand Tour.

What is included:
*Private transfers from/to airports , Hotels , Ports
*5 Nights Hotel accommodation on B/B basis in Athens in the 4 star TITANIA Hotel.
*Organized Athens Sightseeing & Cape Sounion Full Day Tour.
*1 Day Cruise to AEGINA HYDRA POROS with Lunch.
*Organized 4 Days Classical Tour with Meteora in 4 star Hotel on H/B basis.
*Ferry Tickets from Piraeus to Santorini and From Santorini to Crete.
*3 Nights Hotel accommodation on B/B basis in Santorini in the 4 star Nautilus Calderas Suites.
*2 Nights Hotel accommodation on B/B basis in Crete in the 4 star GALAXY Hotel.
*Airfare Ticket from Crete to Athens.
*Entrance fees in the archaeological and historical sites.
*VAT & All Taxes.

Comments:
*JAN-DEC : Daily Departure
*No children discount is included.
*Infants are free of charge.

*PRICES: In euro per person.

Prices for period: 01 January - 31 December
Single Room	Double Room	Tripple Room	Quadruple Room	Baby Cot	Extra Bed
€2000	€1500	€1400	N/A*	O/R**	O/R**