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Highlights of Greece & the Aegean - 10 days

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Tour Overview

SEMI-INDEPENDENT TOUR: Journey through Greece’s most iconic sights on this 10 day tour, starting and ending in Athens and blending ancient history with island-hopping charm. The route heads inland to Delphi and the dramatic monasteries of Meteora, before returning to the capital for a guided city tour and time at leisure. The pace then shifts with a four-night Aegean cruise, calling at Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion and Santorini

Start

Athens

End

Athens

Destination

Athens

Days

10

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 5 - Max 0

Min Age

5

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Trip Code: HGGTAN

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Athens - Explore the Acropolis and major city landmarks including the Parthenon, Panathenaic Stadium and Acropolis Museum

  • Delphi - Discover the Sanctuary of Apollo, walking the Sacred Way past treasuries and temples at the ancient spiritual centre of Greece

  • Kalambaka - Stay overnight beneath the dramatic rock formations of Meteora, a striking natural landscape in central Greece

  • Meteora - Visit cliff-top monasteries built on towering stone pillars, learning about their history and monastic traditions

  • Thermopylae - See the statue of King Leonidas at the historic mountain pass where Spartans famously faced the Persian army

  • Mykonos - Wander through Mykonos Town during free time, taking in whitewashed streets, windmills and the harbour area

  • Kusadasi - Arrive at this Turkish port town on the Aegean coast during an early morning cruise stop

  • Patmos - Experience a peaceful island stop with free time in a setting known for its religious heritage

  • Rhodes - Explore the island during a full-day stay, with time to walk the medieval Old Town and fortified streets

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

9 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 5 dinners
5 nights in a 3-4 star hotels
English-speaking guide for sightseeing (days 1-4) & English-speaking representative for tour briefing and orientation
A 4-day/3-night Greek Islands cruise, interior (IA/IB) cabin, with all meals and accompanying soft drinks, port taxes, and service charges. Options to upgrade to an Exterior (XA/XB) cabin or Balcony (BA) cabin for a supplement.
One Airport arrival on Day 1 and one departure transfer on day 10 per booking
Half day guided tour of Athens, including the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
Guided sightseeing in Athens, Delphi, and Meteora
Entrance fees for all included sites

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Meals and drinks not mentioned in the inclusions, including additional drinks on the cruise
Optional excursions on board cruise - book and pay locally
Tourism Sustainability Fee (see Trip Notes for details)
A hotel tax of €10.00 per room per night to be paid directly to the hotel at time of check in. The hotel tax is not applicable on the cruise. See Trip Notes additional info for details

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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Tour Details

Duration10 days
StartAthens
EndAthens
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group0 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $5,615
Was $4,492
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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