Classical Greece, French-speaking guide
Description
Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! With this eight-day tour, you will get to visit some of the country’s most interesting sites, such as the Acropolis, the birthplace of the Ancient Olympics, the archaeological site of Delphi, the Temple of Apollo and the UNESCO-listed World Heritage rock-tower monasteries of Meteora.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Epidaurus: Epidaurus is one of the world’s most important archaeological findings, reflecting the splendour of Greek culture through its imposing beauty. Visit the birthplace of Apollo's son and an ancient place of healing.
Mycenae: See ancient Greek remains and the tomb of Agamemnon.
Olympia: Birthday of the Olympic Games.
Delphi: At the foot of Mount Parnassos lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which was the most famous Oracle of ancient Greece. Delphi is the second most important archaeological site in Greece (after the Acropolis in Athens) and a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site.
Meteora: In a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, monks settled on these 'columns of the sky' from the 11th century onwards. Meteora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Athens: Explore the Capital of Greece on your own, with plenty of time for shopping.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with a qualified French-speaking guide for the half-day Athens sightseeing tour and the 4 days roundtrip (day 3,4,5,6)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 7 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Olympia:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Olympic Village or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Europa or similar 4*
Day 4 Delphi:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hermes or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Delphi or similar 4*
Day 5 Kalambaka:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grand Meteora or similar 4*
Day 6-7 Athens:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre and post-night stay in Athens:
MEALS:
- 7 breakfasts
- 3 dinners (Day 3, 4, 5)
TRANSPORT:
- Shared air-conditioned transportation in a luxury vehicle for the half-day Athens sightseeing tour, and the four-day round trip.
- Inbound/Outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International Airport)
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, Delphi Site and the Museum, Olympia Site and the Museum, Epidaurus, Mycenae and two Monasteries of Meteora.
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios International Airport
Excluded
- Flight tickets or visa fees
- Airport taxes for domestic and international flights
- Gratuities for driver and guide
- Optional tours
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the Fee on the spot at the hotels
- Please note that the inbound/outbound airport transfers are included only as part of the package or if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise, additional transfers should be purchased separately.
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.