Jewels of Greece & Santorini

Welcome to Greece! On arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is free to head out and explore the city, an incredible contrast of the ancient and the modern.

Today we embark on a guided coach tour of Athens. We take in important highlights of the city including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Zappeion and the Panathenaic Stadium, which is the only stadium in the world built entirely from marble. We also see the Greek Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Later we head to Athens' most iconic attraction - the legendary Acropolis. The Acropolis is an ancient citadel built atop a rock overlooking the city. As well as the amazing view, we take in the highlights of the site, including the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylae and the most famous of all ancient Greek architecture, the Parthenon. We visit the Acropolis Museum and the afternoon is at leisure to wander the streets of the picturesque Plaka district.

Itinerary Alteration - please note:
All Wednesday and Sunday departures April to October - This Athens city tour will operate on day 4 and the two day excursion to Delphi and Meteora will commence today.

Athens - Delphi - Kalambaka. Leaving Athens, we head north towards Delphi, which was once one of the world's most sacred sites and an important pilgrimage destination. We admire the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Apollo and follow the footsteps of ancient Greeks on the Sacred Way. Admire the remains of the Temple of Apollo, home of the legendary Pythian Oracle. After our visit, we cross the mountains of Central Greece to Kalambaka.

Kalambaka - Meteora - Athens. Today we visit Meteora, where tiny sacred monasteries perch atop incredible towering rock formations. Meteora is considered one of the most beautiful regions in the whole of Greece and the view from the cliffs is breathtaking.

After our visit to Meteora, we begin to make our way back to Athens. We stop at Thermopylae, where King Leonidas and 300 Spartans made a famous last stand against the Persians in 480 BC. A statue now stands here in the Spartan king's honour. After a quick photo opportunity, we continue back to Athens.

Athens - Santorini. In the morning, transfer to Piraeus Port to board the local ferry bound for the stunning island of Santorini. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, allowing you to explore Santorini's charming villages, iconic white-washed architecture, and breathtaking views at your own pace.

Enjoy a leisurely day discovering the enchanting beauty of Santorini. Wander through the charming villages of Fira and Oia, where breathtaking views of the volcano and white-washed buildings cascading down the cliffs await.

Take time to unwind on Santorini’s unique black-sand beaches, soaking up the sun and the island’s distinctive atmosphere. As evening falls, don’t miss the chance to witness one of the most unforgettable sunsets in the Aegean - a perfect end to a magical day.

Today our Greek adventure comes to an end. After breakfast at the hotel, there's an included transfer to the airport for your onward flight.