Ancient Greece Uncovered
Uncover the secrets of Ancient Greece on this 8-day group tour. Join a guided tour of Athens, with included entrance to the Acropolis, home to the legendary Parthenon. Explore Delphi's ancient ruins and the Temple of Apollo, then transfer to Tolo with a stop at the Corinth Canal. Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Argolis region, visiting Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio, before concluding with a day trip to the island of Spetses.
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Tour Overview
Duration
8 daysHotel Rating
4-star hotelsStarts
AthensEnds
ToloMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Greece that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
No - can be booked on requestDeparture Transfer
No - can be booked on requestTour Guide
Tour leader escort & local guides for sightseeingCountry
GreeceMeals Included
Breakfast: 7, Dinner: 4Passengers
£1,704.25
£300.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 45
Trip Type
Group Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who accompanies you throughout your journey. They take care of the day-to-day logistics, offer local insights at every stop, and are available to assist with any questions or needs along the way. On longer tours or multi-country itineraries, you may be accompanied by a different tour guide or tour leader for certain sections of the journey. For full details of the guiding services included on this tour, please refer to the Inclusions.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Tour leader escort & local guides for sightseeingGroup Size
Min 2 / Max 45Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who accompanies you throughout your journey. They take care of the day-to-day logistics, offer local insights at every stop, and are available to assist with any questions or needs along the way. On longer tours or multi-country itineraries, you may be accompanied by a different tour guide or tour leader for certain sections of the journey. For full details of the guiding services included on this tour, please refer to the Inclusions.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Group ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to ancient Athens
Arrive in Athens and make your way to the hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is at your leisure. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
Tour Style: On this tour you will enjoy included excursions and free time to spend at leisure. On the excursions the maximum group size is 45. A tour leader is on hand at the hotel to provide information and assistance throughout your stay.
Day 2 - Athens sightseeing
Today, we will embark on a half-day guided tour, where we will see the breathtaking Acropolis, an ancient citadel perched on a hilltop overlooking Athens. This remarkable settlement is home to the Parthenon, a beautiful Doric temple, and the Erechtheion, a temple dedicated to Poseidon.
We will also have the opportunity to view the Panathinaikos Stadium from the outside, which hosted the first modern Olympic Games and is the only stadium in the world entirely built of marble. After our tour, you can enjoy the rest of the afternoon.
Day 3 - Delphi
Athens - Delphi - Athens. After breakfast, we depart our hotel for a full-day excursion to the archaeological site of Delphi, located 180 kilometres from Athens. Delphi is said to have been chosen by Zeus and is the site of the Delphic oracle. At this magnificent location, we will see the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, a 4th-century BC temple. In the museum of Delphi, we will also admire the impressive bronze Charioteer of Delphi, the Naxian Sphinx, and the Statue of Antinous. We return to Athens for the night.
Day 4 - Athens to Tolo
Athens - Tolo. After breakfast, we will check out from our hotel in Athens. The morning will be at leisure in Athens, and luggage storage facilities will be available.
We will then depart our hotel for our transfer to Tolo, with a short stop at the Corinth Canal en route. This spectacular canal connects the Saronic Canal with the Gulf of Corinth, and the journey time will be approximately three hours.
We will arrive at our hotel in Tolo in time for our evening meal and can enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
Day 5 - Discovering Argolis
Tolo - Mycenae - Epidaurus - Nafplio - Tolo. We will embark on a full-day guided excursion to the Argolis region, where we will explore Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Mycenae, a Greek settlement from the second millennium BC, offers us a fascinating glimpse into the past. Epidaurus is another ancient city that will captivate us, while Nafplio is a delightful seaside town. Notable sights include the Palace of Agamemnon, the Cyclopean Walls, and the Epidaurus Amphitheatre.
After our tour, you will have some free time in Nafplio, before we return to our hotel.
Day 6 - Tolo at leisure
You can enjoy the charming fishing village of Tolo at an easy pace. Relax and unwind with a good book on one of the beaches, take a stroll along the seashore, and savour some typical Greek dishes at a local restaurant, accompanied by a cool, crisp Greek wine! Your friendly expert guide will be happy to offer recommendations for your free day.
Day 7 - Day Trip to Spetses
Tolo - Spetses - Tolo. After breakfast, we will depart our hotel for a coach transfer to Kosta, where we will enjoy an excursion to the island of Spetses by sea taxi. You will have free time to relax and explore the sights before returning to Tolo in the afternoon.
Day 8 - Tolo
Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before check out. We wish you a safe onwards journey!
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Extras and add-ons
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of their own room, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.
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