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13 Day Greek Islander on Sale with Classic Greece
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| Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Kalambaka, Santorini, Mykonos |
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Airport taxes & fees |
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Optional tours and gratuities |
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| Acropolis in Athens |
| Greek Islands of Mykonos & Santorini |
| Archeological site of Olympia and Delphi |
| Ical site of Olympia and Delphi
Meteora |
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| Day 1: Wednesday - Depart the USA |
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Depart the USA to Greece. Your flight includes meals, drinks and in-flight entertainment for your journey.
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| Day 1: Saturday - Full Day Mykonos |
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Situated between Tinos and Naxos, the island of Mykonos is one of the most picturesque of the Cyclades archipelago. The island has become one of the world`s top travel destinations because of its captivating, cosmopolitan atmosphere, ideal setting, and exciting nightlife.
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| Day 2: Thursday - Arrive in Athens |
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Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.
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| Day 3: Friday - Sightseeing en route to Olympia |
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Depart Athens via the scenic coastal road to the Corinth Canal, where you will visit the amphitheater of Epidaurus, still used today. After envisioning Thespis singing the purest of dithyrambs, continue via Nauplion to Mycenae, the heartland of Greek mythology. Visit the archaeological site known as the "Treasury of Atreus," and the Tomb of Agamemnon, built around 1250 B.C. From here, drive the Central Peloponnese Peninsula, whose primary cities were Corinth and Sparta in classical times, through to the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Continue to Olympia, birthplace of the first Olympic Games.
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| Day 4: Saturday - Olympia Archaeological Site Tour |
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Visit the archaeological site of Olympia, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium, and the Archaeological Museum, where Greek works of art such as Nike of Paionios and terracotta statues date to 5th century B.C. Drive north through the plains of Eliad and Achaia, crossing the Corinth Strait via a cabled bridge from Rion to Antirion. Pass the towns of Nafpactos and Itea en route to the city of Delphi, home of the ruins of the Tholos Temple.
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| Day 5: Sunday - Delphi Archaeological Site Tour, Travel to Kalambaka |
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In the morning, visit the excavated site and museum of Delphi, where you will find the sacred Omphalos, once kept in the Adyton of Apollo`s Temple, along with the Kourus Statues, Kleobis and Viton, and the 32 foot high Sphinx of Naxos, sitting on an Ionic column (circa 560 B.C.). Continue to the small town of Kalambaka, situated amidst smooth sandstone cliffs in the foothills of Meteora.
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| Day 6: Monday - Meteora Sightseeing, Return to Athens |
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Visit Meteora, meaning "suspended in the air," with its mystical monasteries nestled perilously close to the edge of the bizarre rock formations. View exquisite specimens of Byzantine art, and then continue past Thermopylae, arriving in Athens in early evening.
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| Day 7: Tuesday - Athens City Tour, Fly to Santorini |
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Your morning tour of Athens includes visits to the Acropolis and its museum, Panathenian Stadium, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the ruins of the Temple of Zeus. Enjoy the balance of day at leisure. In the late afternoon you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Santorini. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
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| Day 8: Wednesday - Full Day Santorini |
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Spend a full day at leisure in Santorini, an island known throughout the world for its stunning Red Beach, colorful sunsets, and whitewashed buildings along the sea-cliffs.
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| Day 9: Thursday - Full Day Santorini |
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Morning at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Santorini Volcano Cruise). Enjoy a cruise aboard the motorized sailing boat "Pegasus" around the breathtaking island of Santorini. Sail to the island of Nea Kameni, and walk up to the still active volcano for a view of the Caldera. Sail to the island of Palea Kameni, where you will have the opportunity to swim from the boat in the bay`s sulfur springs infused water. Continue to the island of Therasia, for some free time, and perhaps ride a mule to the village of Manolas. Return to the port of Athinios in Santorini in the afternoon, passing by the beautiful cliffs and the picturesque village of Oia.
Please note that this tour involves strenuous uphill walking on uneven surfaces and may not be suitable for all travelers. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended. Also, the temperature of the bay`s waters varies by season and the sulfur springs do not substantially increase the water`s temperature.
Enjoy a second full day at leisure on Santorini. Santorini`s harbor, the island`s distinctive caldera, was formed thousands of years ago by one of the most devastating volcanic eruptions in history. This event, which created the island`s placid harbor, is believed to have led to the demise of the ancient Minoan culture and inspired several Greek myths.
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| Day 10: Friday - Arrive in Mykonos |
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Transfer to the port for your ferry (tourist class) to the island of Mykonos. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.
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| Day 12: Sunday - Full Day Mykonos |
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Morning at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Mykonos Delos Tour). Transfer from your hotel to the port. Sail from Mykonos to the island of Delos, which was once the religious center of the Aegean and Cyclades. According to myth, Latonna gave birth to Apollo, the Greek sun god, and Artemis, the huntress and goddess of marriage and fertility on the island. View the Sacred Harbor, and the regal Sacred Way, flanked by stone lions leading to the temples dedicated to Apollo and Artemis. Visit the museum housing archaeological artifacts found on the island and the tourist pavilion.
Enjoy a second full day at leisure on Mykonos. Perhaps set out to explore island, which offers narrow roads with whitewashed houses, signature windmills, beautiful beaches and a history dating back to early Ionian civilization.
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| Day 13: Monday - Fly to Athens |
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Transfer to the airport for your flight to Athens. Arrive and transfer to your departure flight.
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Notes
- Land only price does not include arrival transfer, but does include the following group services: transfer for domestic flights and ferries, flight Athens-Santorini, ferry Santorini-Mykonos, flight Mykonos-Athens.
- When choosing flights, select those that depart Athens after 10 am. Alternatively, an additional night may be added in Athens.
- We will provide best ferry available on your travel dates. Reservations will be made for the earliest ferry available. If a high-speed (hydrofoil) is operating, we will upgrade you at no extra charge. However, as ferry schedules change regularly, we cannot confirm operation of high-speed ferries in advance.
- Plan A: The Apr 7, and Oct 6, 2010 departures will be accommodated at the Porto Mykonos in Mykonos.
- Please note that optional tours in Mykonos and Santorini only operate May through September.
- US citizens require a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates.
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| Greece Athens Acropolis |
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| Greece Athens By nights |
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| Greece Athens Temple of Zeus |
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| Greece Olympia Marble Pillar |
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| Greece Olympia Temple of Olympian Zeus |
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| Greece Santorini Sea View |
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| Greece Santorini view bills |
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| Greece Santorini View |
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| Greece Mykonos |
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| Greece Athens Argolis |
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| 13 Day Greek Islander on Sale with Classic Greece -Plan B Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2010 |
Sep 15(Sold Out) | $2359.00 | $1699.00 | |
| Sep 22 | $2309.00 | $1649.00 | |
| Sep 29 | $2279.00 | $1599.00 | |
| Oct 6 | $2199.00 | $1539.00 | |
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| 13 Day Greek Islander on Sale with Classic Greece -Plan A Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2010 |
Sep 15(Sold Out) | $2559.00 | $1899.00 | |
| Sep 22 | $2459.00 | $1799.00 | |
Sep 29(Sold Out) | $2479.00 | $1799.00 | |
Oct 6(Sold Out) | $2429.00 | $1769.00 | |
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