Classical Greece Plus Island Hopper (RGM)

15 days from Athens to Athens

2023 Tour Details

Some things are just better together—ouzo and ice, tzatziki and pita bread, Sun Gods and pure sunshine. We combined our enlightening tour of Classical Greece with our rejuvenating Island Hopper vacation to create the ultimate Greek getaway. History and harbors, ruins and resorts, and wisdom and waves come together as you trace the steps of ancient philosophers and athletes in Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, and more before digging your toes in the sand at two of the most glamorous islands in the Aegean. Magnificent Mykonos, with its iconic 16th-century windmills, and serene Santorini, with its picture-perfect whitewashed villages, warmly welcome guests to experience the colorful cuisine, fiery sunsets, calm waters, and pulsating nightlife. Pack your swim cap and your thinking hat for this tour of Classical Greece where cities and seas collide.

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 DESTINATIONS & SIGHTSEEING

Sightseeing:

ATHENS
Welcome drink; guided sightseeing, visit the Acropolis

CORINTH
Guided visit

MYCENAE
Guided visit of the excavations and museum

EPIDAURUS
Guided visit of the 2,300-year-old open-air theater

OLYMPIA
Guided visit of the archaeological site and the museum; LF learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer

DELPHI
Guided visit of the excavations, visit the Archaeological Museum; LF learn to dance the sirtaki and have a glass of Ouzo

METEORA AREA
Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen’s Monasteries

THERMOPYLAE
Guided visit

ATHENS–MYKONOS
By high-speed ferry

MYKONOS
Visit the Church of Agia Kiriaki; LF taste a traditional Mykonian dessert Amygdalota; dinner at a local restaurant

MYKONOS–SANTORINI
By high-speed ferry

SANTORINI
Walking tour; LF sample a glass of Ouzo

SANTORINI-ATHENS
By air

Notes:

  • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
  • Baggage handling not available on high-speed ferries.

Transportation:

Motorcoach; two ferries; flight Santorini-Athens. Free Wi-Fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies.

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECEWelcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.

Day 2

ATHENS. ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3

ATHENS–CORINTH–MYCENAE–EPIDAURUS–NAUPLIA CORINTH Cross the canal and visit ancient Corinth.
MYCENAE Free time for lunch. Guided visit of the excavations and museum.
EPIDAURUS Guided visit to the 2,300-year-old open-air theater before continuing to Nauplia.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner
132 mi / 212 km

Day 4

NAUPLIA–OLYMPIA. Scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains.
OLYMPIA Guided visit of the archaeological site and the museum. LF Cooking demonstration this evening to learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner
112 mi / 181 km

Day 5

OLYMPIA–PATRAS–DELPHIDrive by the busy seaport of Patras.
DELPHI Guided visit to the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening LF learn how to dance the sirtaki while sipping a glass of ouzo.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner 149 mi / 239 km

Day 6

DELPHI–METEORA AREA Drive past Lamia and Trikala en route to Kalambaka.
METEORA Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen’s Monasteries.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner
155 mi / 249 km

Day 7

METEORA AREA–THERMOPYLAE–ATHENS. THERMOPYLAE Stop at the battle site.
ATHENS Free time late afternoon and evening.
Breakfast Breakfast
236 mi / 380 km

ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Athens with a traditional Greek dinner by the sea. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time with your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 8

ATHENS–PIRAEUS/RAFINA–MYKONOSPIRAEUS Ferry crossing to Mykonos.
MYKONOS Free time to explore. Dinner with regional specialties like louza loukaniko (sausage) and kopanisti (peppery goat cheese) at a local restaurant.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 9

MYKONOSMYKONOS Walking tour includes the Church of Agia Kiriaki and LF Amygdalota (traditional Greek almond cookie) tasting. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 10

MYKONOSMYKONOS Free day.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 11

MYKONOS–SANTORINIMYKONOS High-speed express ferry to Santorini.
SANTORINI Free time to explore. Dinner with traditional Greek dishes at a local restaurant.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 12

SANTORINISANTORINI Walking tour includes a picture stop at the cathedral and a LF glass of Ouzo. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 13

SANTORINISANTORINI Free day.
Breakfast Breakfast

ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Santorini with an excursion to Akrotiri. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time with your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 14

SANTORINI–ATHENSSANTORINI Fly to Athens.
ATHENS Free time this afternoon and evening.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 15

ATHENS. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast Breakfast

 Accommodations

ATHENS

ZAFOLIA

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

NAUPLIA

AMALIA NAUPLIA

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

OLYMPIA

EUROPA

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

DELPHI

AMALIA DELPHI

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

METEORA AREA

AMALIA KALAMBAKA

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

MYKONOS

SAN ANTONIO SUMMERLAND HOTEL

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior First-Class
  Free Wifi

SANTORINI

EL GRECO RESORT & SPA

Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
  Free Wifi

 Optional Excursions

Contact your Travel Consultant for more information.
Price Ranges

$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)



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