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08 Days Best Of
Greece
Brochure Type : Winter 2010/11
Tour code:
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1 - Arrive Athens (2 nights)
After being met at the airport and transferred to
your hotel, there is time to relax or explore. Tonight we enjoy
a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow travelling
companions
Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis
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Day 2 - Athens Sightseeing & At Leisure
Our guided morning sightseeing tour delves deep into the
colourful history of Athens. The highlight of the tour, of
course, is the visit to the Parthenon on the Acropolis hill,
which still dominates the modern city of Athens. But we also see
the Agora, the Royal Palace, the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch
and the stadium built for the first modern Olympics in 1896.
Later there is free time and this evening maybe dine in one of
the many restaurants found in the lively Plaka area. (Buffet
Breakfast)
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Day 3 - Athens - Mycenae - Nauplia
This morning we drive to the bridge across the
breathtakingly narrow Corinth Canal and cross into the
Peloponnese region. Then we visit the remains of the ancient
city of Corinth, en route to Mycenae, to see the Beehive Tombs,
the Treasury of Atreus, the Lion Gate and the remains of
Agamemnon’s Royal Palace. We continue on to the Sanctuary of
Aesculapius, the God of Medicine, to visit the amphitheatre,
before finally arriving in Nauplia. (Buffet Breakfast /
Dinner)
Hotel: Amalia Hotel Nafplion
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Day 4 - Nauplia - Olympia
Today a delightful drive takes us through the Mountains
of Arcadia to Olympia, where the first Olympic Games were held
in 776 BC. This
evening we enjoy a 'Be My Guest' dinner of authentic cuisine in a Greek Olive farm. (Buffer Breakfast / 'Be My Guest' Dinner) Hotel: Amalia Olympia
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Day 5 - Olympia - Patras - Delphi
This morning we stroll around the ancient Olympic stadium and the Temples of Zeus and Hera on our visit of this archaeological site. Next we head north to Patras where we take the modern bridge across the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece. Then on to Delphi on the slopes of mighty Mount Parnassos, home of the oracle. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Amalia Delphi
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Day 6 - Delphi - Thermopylae - Kalambaka
We walk the Sacred Way to the Sanctuary of Apollo and visit this ancient archaeological site. A picturesque early afternoon drive brings us to the Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defense by Leonidas and his brave Spartans against the invading Persians. After seeing the memorial, we cross the fertile Thessaly region, the 'bread basket of ancient Greece' and travel over the Pourmaraki Pass to Lamia and and then on via Trikala to our hotel in Kalambaka.
(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Amalia Kalambaka Hotel
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Day 7 - Kalambaka - Meteora - Athens
We visit two of the monasteries of Meteora, perched high above the town. Then a scenic drive brings us back to the fascinating capital of Greece, Athens. Why not join your travelling companions for a celebration farewell dinner on the final night of your memorable tour together? (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis
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Day 8 - Depart Athens
This morning we bid farewell to our new-found friends and
Tour Director, as the tour comes to an end. Airport transfers
are available, conditions apply.
(Buffet Breakfast)
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| Dates & Rates
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08 Days From US$1325 |
| Starts Athens |
Ends Athens |
Twin Share |
Starts Athens |
Ends Athens |
Twin Share |
| Fri 12 Nov 10 |
Fri 19 Nov 10 |
US$1325 |
Fri
04 Mar 11 |
Fri
11 Mar 11 |
US$1325 |
| Mon 20 Dec 10 |
Mon 27 Dec 10 |
US$1399 |
Fri
11 Mar 11 |
Fri
18 Mar 11 |
US$1350 |
| Tue 28 Dec 10 |
Tue
04 Jan 11 |
US$1399 |
Fri
18 Mar 11 |
Fri 25 Mar 11 |
US$1350 |
2011 |
Fri
25 Mar 11 |
Fri
01 Apr 11 |
US$1350 |
| Fri 28 Jan 11 |
Fri
04 Feb 11 |
US$1325 |
Fri
01 Apr 11 |
Fri
08 Apr 11 |
US$1550 |
| Fri 11 Feb 11 |
Fri 18 Feb 11 |
US$1325 |
Fri
08 Apr 11 |
Fri
15 Apr 11 |
US$1550 |
| Fri 18 Feb 11 |
Fri 25 Feb 11 |
US$1325 |
Fri
15 Apr 11 |
Fri
22 Apr 11 |
US$1625 |
| Fri
25 Feb 11 |
Fri
04 Mar 11 |
US$1325 |
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Single room supplement ( Departs 01Apr11-08Apr11 ) : US$650
Single room supplement ( Departs 15Apr11 ) : US$630
Single room supplement ( Departs 20Dec10-28Dec10 ) : US$400
Single room supplement ( Other Departures ) : US$350 |
Triple room reduction ( 12Nov10 & 28Jan-25Mar11 ) : US$70
Triple room reduction ( Other Departures ) : US$115
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| 2nd Tour Discount SAVE up to US$81 p.p. |
Young Traveller Discount US$140 |
| All prices are per person, twin share. |
Airport Transfers:
Airport Transfers will be provided for passengers who have provided Trafalgar with their flight details and are staying in an Athens hotel booked by Trafalgar. |
Important note:
For Trafalgar's other great savings,
extra night accommodation and air details, please refer to
Great Saving pages. |
Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights:
Tour departure 20 December will celebrate Christmas in Kalambaka and tour departure 28 December will celebrate New Year's Eve in Olympia in true Greek style. |
| Please Note: Guaranteed room share is not available on this tour. |
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What's Included :
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- Sightseeing
Highlights
- Athens Sightseeing featuring the Acropolis and Parthenon. Plus views of the Agora, Acropolis Museum, Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and the Olympic stadium.
- Corinth Cross the Corinth Canal and visit the ancient remains.
- Mycenae See the Treasury of Atreus, Beehive Tombs, Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace.
- Epidaurus See the amphitheatre.
- Olympia Visit the Olympic stadium.
- Delphi Visit the home of the Oracle.
- Meteora Visit two of the incredible rock monasteries.
- Thermopylae View the battle site.
- Dinning Highlights
- Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Athens.
- 7 buffet breakfasts.
- 'Be My Guest' dinner in Olympia.
- 3 three-course dinners.
- First Class Travel
Highlights
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