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8 Days | Soak up the best of Greece, from Athens to Delphi and Olympia

4.8 out of 5 based on 27 reviews submitted.
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Much like a fine baklava, modern day Greece is layered with history so rich and complex that the only way to do it justice is to see it for yourself. Explore the country with a local leader and learn how the spectacular hanging monasteries of Meteora protected modern Hellenic culture from invading Turks, then trace a path through tumble-down ruins in Delphi. Visit the site of the world’s first Olympics, stop in at pretty seaside villages in Nafplion, and discover the secrets behind Greek honey and ouzo, all on this whirlwind adventure.

Trip overview

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Start
Athens, Greece
Finish
Athens, Greece
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Greece
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Style
Premium
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
ZVPG
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Step back in time as you travel with your local leader to the Athens Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Prodromos monastery, where you’ll enjoy a coffee with a local monk during a Premium Exclusive Experience.
  • Be amazed by the magical monasteries and ancient rock pinnacles of Meteora and learn about the natural and cultural history of one of Greece's most extraordinary sights.
  • Experience the romantic side of Greece when you stay in a gorgeous and traditionally decorated stone mansion in the medieval village of Dimitsana – your Feature Stay for this trip.
  • Visit the legendary theatres of the very first Olympic Games – the stadium, gymnasium, wrestling school, priest houses, temples and hippodrome.
  • Get an insider’s look at Greek produce during an Exclusive Experience. Visit a family of beekeepers in Itea to learn about the craft and taste honey fresh from the hive.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Amurtel, who provide a safe space for refugee women and children in Greece. Donations help them provide antenatal and postnatal care programs run by qualified midwives.

Is this trip right for you?
  • Pickpocketing can be an issue in Athens, especially on public transport. If you keep your valuables concealed and secure while travelling on the metro or bus, you should have no problems.
  • Summer temperatures in Greece can reach up to 40°C, so you will need to be able to cope with the heat if you're visiting during the warmer months. Please consider the time of year and your suitability to visiting during that season.

Itinerary

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Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Comfortable hotel (5 nights), feature stay (2 nights)

Premium Inclusions
  • Arrival airport transfer
  • Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
  • Luggage transfer
  • Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
  • 24/7 on-ground support
Activities
  • Athens - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Athens - Acropolis Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
  • Athens - Visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus
  • Meteora - Hike & Monastery Visits with Local Guide
  • Delphi - Oracle, Temple of Apollo & Sanctuary of Athena
  • Delphi - Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
  • Olympia - Archaeological Site Visit with Local Guide
  • Itea - Beekeeping Experience & Honey Tasting
  • Central Arcadia - Lousios Valley Hike
  • Central Arcadia - Prodromos Monastery Visit with Coffee & Greek Delight
  • Epidaurus - Guided Tour
  • Nafplion - Ouzo Tasting

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Important notes

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 based on 27 reviews submitted.
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Geoffrey · Traveled October 2023
Enjoyable, informative and well balanced itinerary
Review submitted 12 Oct 2023

Lachlan · Traveled September 2023
The trip was so excellent!
Review submitted 10 Oct 2023

Lana · Traveled September 2023
I cannot recommend the Premium Greece package highly enough! We were able to see incredible historical sites such as the Acropolis, Olympia and Delphi - all without the hassle of organising transfers between places. Our guides (both our group leader and local guides) were excellent, warm, and very knowledgeable. Some of the smaller locations (such as Dimitsana) were unexpected delights too. Will definitely book with Intrepid again!
Review submitted 22 Sep 2023

Ian · Traveled September 2023
Great trip organisation the tour guide was excellent
Review submitted 18 Sep 2023

Rosemary · Traveled August 2023
Have spent 8 days with a terrific bunch of people including our tour leader. The local guides imparted us with much knowledge and enthusiasm. The restaurants recommended by our tour leader provided us with amazing food. The accommodation and van we travelled in was very comfortable. I will miss Greece for this and the memorable experiences.
Review submitted 04 Sep 2023
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