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Athens, Olympia and the Corinth Coast

From C$3,699
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: Sep 2025 - Oct 2025
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From C$3,699
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: Sep 2025 - Oct 2025

Tour Overview

Begin your discoveries of the history of Ancient Greece in capital city Athens. A tour here includes the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the iconic Acropolis, which looms overhead. After crossing the famous Corinth Canal you'll journey back in time in the ancient city of Epidaurus and as you explore the fascinating ruins of Mycenae. Then it's on to Olympia, to set foot on the site of the original Olympic Games, held in 776 BC. Finally, a visit to Delphi, one of the most sacred sites in the whole of Greece, gives you the chance to admire the Sanctuary of Apollo and the Treasury of the Athenians. 

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Your Holiday Includes

  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
  • 7 nights in 3 and 4-star hotels
  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
  • 11 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners including welcome drink & farewell get-together
  • Transportation excluding overseas transfers to and from the airport
  • Porterage

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Explore the Greek capital, Athens
  • Visit Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio
  • Explore Olympia, site of the original Olympic Games
  • Visit the sacred site of Delphi & the village of Arachova
  • A Greek Taverna dinner in the Plaka district of Athens

Itinerary

Athens

Day 1 Athens

Make your own way to the hotel where your Holiday Director will meet you this evening.

Meals included: D
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Athens

Day 2 Athens

The Greek capital, Athens, is a totally unique city packed full of unforgettable sights. We'll take in all the main highlights today, including the site of the first modern Olympics, the Panathenaic Stadium, which was reconstructed from the remains of an ancient Greek stadium. The Old Parliament building, originally built as a royal palace for King Otto, now houses the National Historical Museum, while the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier lies in the square in front of the building. We'll see both before we visit the city's crowning glory, the Acropolis, which stands high on a rocky outcrop.
The magnificent citadel is surrounded by important monuments including the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, and we'll also view archaeological findings from the site at the Acropolis Museum.
This afternoon, there's time to explore at your leisure. Alternatively, why not visit Cape Sounion on an optional excursion. Here, we'll see the Temple of Poseidon, a beautiful ruin which was built in the style of the Parthenon. Perched on a headland, it offers beautiful views over the Aegean Sea.

Meals included: B
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Epidaurus, Nafplio & Mycenae

Day 3 Epidaurus, Nafplio & Mycenae

We hit the road this morning as we drive to the Peloponnese to explore the Argolic plain. Our journey takes us across the bridge that spans the famous Corinth Canal. We'll stop here to take in the views of this narrow, steep-sided passage which connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf.
Our journey then continues to the ancient city of Epidaurus. Once a celebrated healing centre dedicated to the god Asklepios, here we'll see the immense Theatre of Epidaurus, the best-preserved in Greece, which could accommodate up to 14,000 spectators in its day.
The next stop is Nafplio, a pretty seaport town dominated by the Castle of Palamidi. During free time here, take a stroll through the medieval Old Town to see well-preserved neoclassical mansions, or walk along the seafront promenade. There's time for a spot of lunch too if you wish, before we head to the ruins of Mycenae, a kingdom that was the most powerful in Greece for 400 years. This fortified palace complex was discovered in 1874, and on our tour we'll see the magnificent Lion Gate, the royal cemetery known as Grave Circle A, the Royal Palace, which is located at the acropolis summit, and the Secret Stairway. This flight of 99 steps drops to a cistern deep beneath the citadel. We'll also visit the Treasury of Atreus, the most outstanding of the tholos, or beehive, tombs.
En route to our next base, Nafpaktos, we'll cross the impressive Rio-Antirio Bridge - one of the world's longest cable-stayed bridges – as we drive along the northern coast of the Peloponnese.

Meals included: B,D
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Nafpaktos - at Leisure

Day 4 Nafpaktos - at Leisure

You can spend today at leisure, or join an optional excursion which takes you on a journey on the Diakofto-Kalavryta Railway. As we ride on a traditional cog train, we'll take in stunning views of towering mountains, flowing water and the surrounding countryside as we pass through a gorge and several natural tunnels. We'll have time to explore Kalavryta, a lovely town on the bank of the river Vouraikos, before we drive to the monastery of Mega Spileo. Built on the steep slopes of a rocky hill, we'll step inside to admire wonderful frescoes and mosaic floors.

Meals included: B
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Olympia

Day 5 Olympia

There's a great morning ahead as an included tour takes us to Olympia, the site of the original Olympic Games in 776 BC. Set on the banks of the River Alfios, this ancient city is ours to explore as we take in the Temple of Zeus, the Palaestra, where Greek athletes practised wrestling, and the workshop of Phidias, a Greek sculptor, painter and architect. The Olympia Archaeological Museum is also well worth a visit, and we'll do just that before we head back to the hotel.

Meals included: B
Next day
Nafpaktos - at Leisure

Day 6 Nafpaktos - at Leisure

You can spend today at leisure in Nafpaktos. Maybe go for a wander along the beachfront and visit a bar or restaurant on the picturesque harbour.

Meals included: B
Next day
Delphi

Day 7 Delphi

This morning, we'll leave Nafpaktos behind and journey by road to Delphi. One of the most sacred sites in Greece, this was an important religious sanctuary and said to be the place where heaven and earth meet. We will admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, where pilgrims would come to leave offerings to the gods, and the Treasury of the Athenians, where the offerings were stored. We'll also visit the museum of Delphi.
This evening, after we've checked into our hotel in Athens, we'll gather together and take the coach to Plaka, the city's Old Town, for a farewell dinner in a restaurant here.

Meals included: B,D
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Departure

Day 8 Departure

Today it's time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers as your trip comes to an end.

Meals included: B

Accommodation

Athens Tiare Hotel

The Athens Tiare Hotel is a stylish property, that also has an array of great facilities and services on offer. There is an in-house restaurant that serves Greek cuisine, a bar and a fitness centre. Each room features modern décor as well private facilities and a safe. Complimentary WI-FI is available throughout the hotel. Centrally located, very close to public transport links makes Athens easy to explore.

The Athens Tiare Hotel is a stylish property, that also has an array of great facilities and services on offer. There is an in-house restaurant that serves Greek cuisine, a bar and a fitness centre. Each room features modern décor as well private facilities and a safe. Complimentary WI-FI is available throughout the hotel. Centrally located, very close to public transport links makes Athens easy to explore.
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Hotel Nafpaktos

Just a short walk from the harbour and beach your will stay at the 3-star Hotel Nafpaktos. Hotel facilities include a restaurant and bar. Bedrooms feature en suite facilities, TV hair-dryer and air-conditioning.

Just a short walk from the harbour and beach your will stay at the 3-star Hotel Nafpaktos. Hotel facilities include a restaurant and bar. Bedrooms feature en suite facilities, TV hair-dryer and air-conditioning.
Next accommodation

Athens Tiare Hotel

The Athens Tiare Hotel is a stylish property, that also has an array of great facilities and services on offer. There is an in-house restaurant that serves Greek cuisine, a bar and a fitness centre. Each room features modern décor as well private facilities and a safe. Complimentary WI-FI is available throughout the hotel. Centrally located, very close to public transport links makes Athens easy to explore.

The Athens Tiare Hotel is a stylish property, that also has an array of great facilities and services on offer. There is an in-house restaurant that serves Greek cuisine, a bar and a fitness centre. Each room features modern décor as well private facilities and a safe. Complimentary WI-FI is available throughout the hotel. Centrally located, very close to public transport links makes Athens easy to explore.

Optional Excursions

Experience even more of your destination by adding one or more optional excursions to your trip before you set off. Take a look below at the extra trips you can enjoy on this tour

The Diakofto-Kalavryta Railway - Monastery Entry

The Diakofto-Kalavryta Railway - Monastery Entry

The Diakofto-Kalavryta Railway uses a traditional ‘cog’ train. Why not join our optional excursion today and step aboard for a truly unique experience. During our ride, we’ll take in stunning views of towering mountains, flowing water and the surrounding countryside as we pass through a gorge and several natural tunnels. We’ll have time to explore Kalavryta, a lovely town on the bank of the river Vouraikos, before we drive to the monastery of Mega Spileo, which was built inside a cave.

Full Day – Moderate Walking – Unique Experience
The Diakofto-Kalavryta Railway uses a traditional ‘cog’ train. Why not join our optional excursion today and step aboard for a truly unique experience. During our ride, we’ll take ...

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Visit the Temple of Poseidon - Entry

Visit the Temple of Poseidon - Entry

A chance for you to visit one of the worlds most breathtaking views. Take a drive along the coastal road of Attica where you can witness the Temple of Poseidon. Dating back to the 5th century, the dazzling white columns of the temple have been a vital landmark to passing ships for centuries.

Half day - Moderate Walking - Not to be missed!
A chance for you to visit one of the worlds most breathtaking views. Take a drive along the coastal road of Attica where you can witness the Temple of Poseidon. Dating back to the...

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