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Escape to Athens, Delphi & Meteora
Greece in 5 Days, 4 Nights in Destination
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A journey through mainland Greece to soak up the history and discover the archaeological and architectural treasures of Athens, Delphi, Kalambaka and Meteora.
Trip Highlights
- Acropolis of Athens
- Athens
- Delphi
- Meteora
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until October 2025
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + £ 330
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From £ 699
Selected
- Accommodation in Superior category hotels.
Accommodation: 4 Nights
Day 1 to 3
Polis Grand
Location
Athens
Category
Nights
2
Rating TripAdvisor travelers
The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Amalia Hotel Athens, Athenaeum Grand Hotel, Athenaeum Smart Hotel , Athens Avenue, Athens Zafolia Hotel, Brown Acropol, Cypria, Hotel Electra Athens, Ibis Styles Athens Route, Ilissos Hotel, Moxy Athens City, Novus City Hotel, President Hotel Athens, Titania
Itinerary
Experience the exciting history and culture of Greece. Discover the ancient Acropolis of Athens and the magical atmosphere of the vibrant neighbourhoods of this bustling capital. Explore the mysterious sanctuary of Delphi and head to the Thessaly valley to visit Kalambaka and see the impressive floating monasteries of Meteora.
Ready to dive into one of the greatest civilisations of all time, walking in the footsteps of Socrates to Aristotle? Head to your departure airport ready for a flight to Athens*, the Greek capital.
Arrive at Athens International Airport and transfer to your hotel for check in. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure to enjoy your first taste of Athens and rest after your flight. Try visiting Plaka, the oldest district of Athens located under the Acropolis, or enjoy a spot of shopping at Ermou, Kolonaki, and Voukourestiou streets. Overnight stay in Athens.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Polis Grand or similar
1565 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy an Athens sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum. Begin in the centre of the city with the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National Library.
En route to the Acropolis, you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Zeus, plus a quick stop at Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. During the Acropolis visit, witness the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the famous Parthenon.
Your first taste of Athens wouldn't be complete without a visit to the Acropolis Museum, a modern architectural building where you can admire the wonders and architectural masterpieces of the classical era. Return to your hotel with the remainder of your day at leisure. Overnight stay in Athens.
Please note: At the Acropolis, the terrain is quite uneven underfoot and includes a number of stairs. It may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Polis Grand or similar
1565 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Athens & Acropolis Guided Tour
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today head for Delphi with stops at Thebes, Levadia and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus.
Arrive in Delphi and visit this archaeological site from the 4th century BCE. Its extensive mountainside archaeological complex contains beautiful remains from the sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena Pronaia, as well as an ancient stadium and theatre. Next, depart for Kalambaka, passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece. Enjoy an included dinner and overnight stay in Kalambaka.
Please note: At Delphi, the terrain is quite uneven underfoot and includes a number of stairs and steep paths. It may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Amalia Kalambaka or similar
753 Reviews
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Activities
Visit to Delphi Archeological Site
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today you’ll visit the striking rock formation Meteora, an incredibly unique landscape with ageless Monasteries protruding from the rocks. These priceless historical and religious treasures stand between sky and earth on the top of the cliffs: an incredible sight to behold!
In the afternoon, return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae with a short stop to see Leonida's Monument. Arrive in Athens early in the evening and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Athens.
For your visit to Meteora, please note:
- The terrain is quite uneven underfoot at Meteora and you will be required to climb a number of stairs in order to visit the monasteries. It may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.
- Modest dress is required to enter the monasteries of Meteora. This includes a long skirt (not trousers) and covered neckline/shoulders for women, and long trousers for men.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Polis Grand or similar
1565 Reviews
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Activities
Meteora Monasteries
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel.* After an unforgettable journey through Greece's ancient sites, it's time to bring your trip to a close. At the indicated time, transfer to Athens airport for a flight back to the UK/Ireland. Arrive in the UK/Ireland and end your trip.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Included activities
The price includes
- Included in all our trips. more information
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights: UK/Ireland - Athens - UK/Ireland.
- 4 nights hotel accommodation in Superior category hotels.See hotels included
- 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner.
- All transfers
- Visits as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Athens & Acropolis tour. Visit to Delphi Archeological Site & Meteora Monasteries.
- ATOL Protection.
- Guide/s during the excursions.
Not included
Drinks, entrance fees,* city taxes and tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
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From March to October: 10€ in 5-star hotels, 7€ in 4-star hotels, and 3€ in 3-star hotels.
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From November to February: 4€ in 5-star hotels, 3€ in 4-star hotels, and 1,50€ in 3-star hotels.
Arrival at destination Monday / Tuesday / Thursday / Saturday: Begin your trip with 2 nights in Athens, 1 night in Kalambaka and 1 night in Athens.
Arrival at destination Wednesday / Friday / Sunday: Begin your trip with 1 night in Athens, 1 night in Kalambaka and 2 nights in Athens.
Also, during national holiday, religious or official events your itinerary may vary and change its order. All the included visits will be carried out in any case.
• We recommend taking cash in the local currency with you on this trip, as withdrawing cash at ATMs is not always possible or easy in Greece. City taxes must be paid in cash directly to the hotels.
• The group may be allocated in different hotels depending on group size and hotel availability.
• Hotel ratings in Greece are not governed by the same standards as those in the UK/Ireland, so please keep this in mind when selecting your desired accommodation category.
• Due to the nature of the destination the terrain can be uneven at times, it may require you to walk on a rocky path, and up and down hills.
• For wheelchair users this trip is upon request, please contact us for further information.
• Triple rooms: Usually triple rooms in Greece will have a double bed/ two single beds and a rollaway or sofa bed. We can't guarantee triple rooms with 3 beds of the same size.
Entry requirements
Valid passport.
Visa
No visa is required.
Currency
Euro.
Language
Greek.
Electricity
230 V. 50 Hz. Adapter not required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from EU countries.
Time zone
UTC + 02:00.
Tourist Office website
www.visitgreece.gr
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
Children: 2 - 11. Triple room.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
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