Greece Highlights & Zakynthos Escape - 9 days
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Tour Overview
Discover the best of Greece on this nine-day journey starting and ending in Athens, blending ancient history with island scenery. Begin with a guided tour of Athens and the Acropolis before heading into the Peloponnese to see the Corinth Canal, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. From there, slow the pace on Zakynthos with time at the famous Navagio shipwreck beach and the Blue Caves. Return to the mainland to explore mystical Delphi and the dramatic monasteries of Meteora, with a final stop at Thermopylae. A well-rounded trip mixing culture, coastlines and classic Greek highlights.
Start
Athens
End
Athens
Destination
Athens
Days
9
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 5 - Max 0
Min Age
5
Trip Code: GHGZTE
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Athens - Explore the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, discovering the Parthenon, Erechtheion and ancient masterpieces alongside a panoramic tour of the city’s key landmarks
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Epidaurus - Visit the remarkably preserved ancient theatre, renowned for its exceptional acoustics and its role within one of antiquity’s most important healing centres
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Mycenae - Discover the Lion’s Gate, Cyclopean walls and the tomb of Agamemnon at this powerful Bronze Age citadel described by Homer as rich in gold
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Olympia - Uncover the birthplace of the Olympic Games, touring the sanctuary, Temple of Zeus and museum housing the statue of Hermes by Praxiteles
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Zakynthos - Cruise to Navagio Beach and the Blue Caves, experiencing dramatic cliffs, vivid blue waters and some of the island’s most iconic coastal scenery
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Delphi - Walk the Sacred Way through the Sanctuary of Apollo, visiting the Temple of Apollo and museum home to the celebrated bronze Charioteer
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Meteora - Admire towering rock pillars crowned with historic monasteries, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering sweeping views across the Thessalian plain
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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