GREECE - SEPTEMBER 2024

Charon Perkins-Bartley

ChicChatter Travel

GREECE - SEPTEMBER 2024

Sep 9, 2024 to Sep 16, 2024

#2538080 - GREECE

8 Day Classic Tour of GREECE! $2299 per person

***(Includes Flights from JFK, New York) other departure cities are available after November 1st, 2023 for additional costs.*

Greece, where Ancient History and stunning landscapes meet!

Immerse yourself in the land of myths and legends, where sun-kissed beaches, crystal-clear waters, and picturesque islands await. From the iconic Acropolis in Athens to the magnificent ruins of Delphi, you'll discover a treasure trove of ancient wonders. Visit the birthplace of the Olympics in Olympia or venture to the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora, perched atop towering rock formations.

*Tour Package (air, tours, meals & hotels) prices start at $2299 per person, JFK, New York. Additional costs are associated for other major cities.

*Airfare from other cities will be added by November 2023 as airlines Do Not release airfares prior to 334 days of travel.

*Package prices are based on group rates and require a $300 per person, non-refundable deposit at the time of booking.

All rates are based on double occupancy.

*Single Occupancy Bookings require a $500 supplemental fee per package (not included in price quoted above).

Escorted Package Includes

Round trip flights (from most major cities of your choice)
6 nights accommodations
- 3 nights Athens
- 1 night Olympia
- 1 night Delphi
- 1 night Kalambaka
Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates
10 meals: 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout tour
Entrance fees per itinerary

Special Features / Highlights

Explore the Acropolis, an ancient architectural masterpiece
Visit the Acropolis Museum, a modern museum housing ancient relics from the Acropolis
Visit Olympia, birthplace of the first Olympic Games
Tour the archaeological sites of Delphi and the Temple of Apollo
Ascend to Meteora with its mystical monasteries

Not Included:
Gratuities and Some Meals

Travel Requirements

All Passengers are required to have a US Passport valid for six months beyond the travel dates.

*This is an active tour. Walking is done over uneven surfaces, stairs, steps, and significant slopes. Expect most of the sightseeing to require walking as well as time standing. Many historical cities have specific driving regulations, with set drop off and pick up points, that result in extra walking to and from the sights.

Travel Protection

Even the best-planned trips can be impacted by the unexpected. And that is why we recommend that you help protect yourself and your investment by purchasing Travel Protection. Travel Protection can help with medical coverage for illness or injury, trip cancellation and/or interruption, baggage loss, medical evacuation, and more. At any time before you complete Final Payment, you may choose to purchase Travel Protection. The protection plan premium is non-refundable after a 10-day review period. In addition, you must be medically able to travel at the time the premium is paid.

Greece Weather in September - Autumn: 60°F-80°F (can be in the mid 80's) Bring comfortable walking shoes, a sweater, clothes you can layer, and an all-weather coat. Some religious sites may require modest dress code to enter (no shorts, short skirts, or sleeveless tops). Long pants are required for men, a long skirt covering the knees is required for women, and shoulders are required to be covered.

Travel Itinerary:

DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Greece

DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Athens, the classical capital of Greece and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to discover the ancient wonders of this city known as the cradle of Western Civilization and the birthplace of democracy. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, at approximately 7 PM, followed by a light dinner. Overnight: Athens Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Wednesday - Athens City Tour - The exploration of Athens begins with a panoramic drive through the city center. View the Panathenian Stadium and the ruins of the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, built to celebrate the arrival of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. Continue on to visit the Acropolis, the ancient architectural masterpiece built during the Golden Age of Athens and the new Acropolis Museum, a striking modern building built at the base of the monument where many of the original statues from the Acropolis are now displayed. The rest of the day is at leisure. Indulge in a Flying Dress Photo Shoot (not included in price of tour) or be sure to walk to Constitution Square, where you might catch a glimpse of the colorfully-costumed Evzone guards, outfitted in the traditional Greek style. Tonight, perhaps walk through the lively Plaka area, the oldest section of Athens, a neighborhood of charming restaurants, shops and sidewalk cafes. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Thursday - Sightseeing en route to Olympia - Depart Athens via the scenic coastal road to the mighty Corinth Canal, dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Continue via Nauplion to Mycenae, the heartland of Greek mythology. Visit the Acropolis of Mycenae and the Tomb of Atreus, built around 1250 B.C. From here, drive through the Central Peloponnese Peninsula, whose major cities in classical times were Corinth and Sparta. Continue to Olympia, birthplace of the first Olympic Games. Overnight: Olympia Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5, Friday - Tour Olympia Archaeological Site - Morning visit to the archaeological site of Olympia, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, and the ancient stadium where the Olympic Games were first held in 776 B.C. Visit a local store, where you will have a chance to taste local olive oil and spices. Continue to Olympia's Archaeological Museum containing significant exhibitions of the ancient world and artwork dating back thousands of years. Then, drive north through the plains of Eliad and Achaia, crossing the Corinth Strait from Rion to Antirion. Pass the town of Nafpaktos en route to Delphi, home of the ruins of the Tholos Temple. Overnight: Delphi Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6, Saturday - Archaeological Tour of Delphi, Travel to Kalambaka - Tour the excavated site of Delphi and the archaeological museum, perched on the slopes of Mount Parnassos, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Considered one of the most significant places in Greek history, its stunning setting and ancient ruins are truly inspirational. Walk the Sacred Way to the imposing 4th century B.C. Temple of Apollo, site of the most important oracle in the classical world. Then, travel over the Pourmaraki Pass towards the small town of Kalambaka, situated amidst smooth sandstone cliffs in the foothills of Meteora. Overnight: Kalambaka Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7, Sunday - Meteora Sightseeing, Return to Athens - Visit Meteora, meaning "suspended in the air", with its mystical Eastern Orthodox monasteries incredibly nestled perilously close to the edge of bizarre rock formations. Admire the exquisite specimens of Byzantine art and the panoramic vistas over the Peneios Valley. Stop at a workshop of Byzantine icons and souvenirs. Browse the store's vast collection of icons, created using old traditional methods. Afterward, a scenic drive takes you along the coast, past Thermopylae. Arrive in Athens in the early evening. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast