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Summary

Uncover the birthplace of modern civilization on this 7-day Greece trip! Our expert guides will take you through some of the country's most famous destinations. Explore Athens, Delphi and Mycenae. Pass through the Lion's Gate and marvel at the Bronze Age citadel. Visit a Byzantine art workshop and take a sunset drive of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora. Opt-in on excursions to the famous Acropolis and the Parthenon. All this and more awaits on our unforgettable Greece vacation!

This tour forms the first-half of our full-length Best of Greece tour - consider the full tour if you'd like to combine the beautiful islands of Santorini & Mykonos with the highlights of mainland Greece.

Highlights

  • Explore the ancient sites of Olympia, Delphi and Thermopylae
  • Option to experience the stunning rock formations and monasteries of Meteora
  • Athens city tour - see the Acropolis, Hadrian's Arch and the Temple of Zeus

Start Point

Hotel in Athens | 10:00 AM

End Point

Hotel in Athens | 10:00 AM
Day 1: Start of tour in Athens

Welcome to Greece! Arrive in the morning and make your way to the hotel for the start of the tour. Your tour leader will meet you at the hotel to brief you on the upcoming itinerary. Then, get ready for an orientation tour of Athens! Get acquainted with this ancient city and its many iconic sites. One of the highlights of this tour is the traditional changing of the guard ceremony! This evening, enjoy an included dinner of authentic Greek cuisine. Get to know your tour leader and fellow travellers over this delicious meal.

Meals: Dinner

Day 1: Start of tour in Athens

Welcome to Greece! Arrive in the morning and make your way to the hotel for the start of the tour. Your tour leader will meet you at the hotel to brief you on the upcoming itinerary. Then, get ready for an orientation tour of Athens! Get acquainted with this ancient city and its many iconic sites. One of the highlights of this tour is the traditional changing of the guard ceremony! This evening, enjoy an included dinner of authentic Greek cuisine. Get to know your tour leader and fellow travellers over this delicious meal.

Experiences

Orientation tour of Athens: Get to know Greece’s bustling capital city on an orientation tour with your tour leader. See top attractions like the Academy, National Library, Greek parliament, Panathinaikos marble stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, and the temple of Olympian Zeus. Witness the ceremonial changing of the guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Welcome dinner in Athens: Greek cuisine is one of the world’s most delicious cuisines, renowned for fresh flavours and ingredients. Get your first taste of Greek food in Athens as you get to know your fellow travellers over a welcome dinner.

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Day 2: Athens - Thermopylae - Kalabaka

Depart from Athens this morning and travel to Kalabaka. On the way, stop at Thermopylae to admire the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta. Next, travel to Kalabaka, an excellent base town from which to visit the famous Meteora landscapes and monasteries. Upon arrival, visit a Byzantine art workshop to see how locals create exquisite works of Christian Greek art. Then, head to tonight’s hotel accommodation and take some time to settle in. Finish the day with a mesmerising sunset drive of the Meteora hills and catch panoramic views of the monolithic pillars and hills with its celebrated cliff top monasteries. It’s truly any photographer’s dream! Enjoy traditional Greek food for dinner this evening at the hotel.

Experiences

Visit Thermopylae and see the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta: Enjoy a photo stop and admire the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta in Thermopylae. This location is famous around the world as the scene of the battle of Thermopylae between the Greek and Persian forces in 480 BC.

Visit a Byzantine art workshop: Visit a Byzantine art workshop under the hills of Meteora. Byzantine art was inherited from the empire of Istanbul and later brought to the Mediterranean world. See how Greek artists handcraft hagiographic art based on the traditional methods of old craftsmen of Meteora.

Take a sunset drive of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: Take a sunset drive through the Meteora hills at day’s end to see amazing rock formations that have provided sacred retreats for monks over the centuries. The views are breathtaking and you’ll soon understand why Meteora is considered among the most beautiful areas of mainland Greece. This area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Day 3: Kalabaka - Meteora (optional) - Delphi

Enjoy free time in Kalabaka this morning. Choose to explore at your own pace or join the exciting optional excursion of the monasteries of Meteora. Explore the hills and giant sandstone formations of Meteora and stop at two spectacular cliff-top monasteries during the excursion! This afternoon, hop back aboard the coach and cross the mountains of central Greece to Delphi. Arrive and embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader. This evening, enjoy an included dinner with the group followed by free time to spend at your leisure.

Experiences

Delphi orientation tour: Take a short driving and walking tour of Delphi. Your tour leader will show the group where the ancient sanctuary of Delphi is located and will then guide the group through the main street to point out local amenities, restaurants and main attractions.

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Day 4: Delphi - Glyfada - Olympia

This morning allows free time in Delphi. Join the highly recommended optional excursion to discover Delphi with a local guide. Admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians and visit the famous museum of Delphi. Then, drive along the Coast of Corinth and take a short ferry to the colourful Greek island of Trizonia. The last of its kind, this island is only 2,5 km² big with almost no cars. You have the choice to join an optional lunch at a local eatery on the island or explore as you wish. Catch a ferry ride back to Glyfada and continue to ancient Olympia, home of the original Olympic Games, which originated in 776 BC! Tonight, choose to join a Greek evening of traditional food and dance.

Experiences

Trip to the colourful Greek island of Trizonia: The last of its kind, this island is only 2,5 km² with almost no cars. Soak up the culture, tastes, sights and sounds, and experience how the rhythm of life here has remained unchanged. You also have the option to join your tour leader for a seafood lunch in one of the popular eateries with spectacular views of the island.

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Day 5: Olympia - Mycenae - Nafplion

Enjoy a locally-guided tour of the Olympia Museum and ancient site before crossing the mountains of Peloponnese. Arrive at Mycenae for our visit to the tomb of Agamemnon and the famous Lion’s Gate. It’s not only one of the most important archeological sites in Greece, but also the place where many of the ancient Greek myths have their origin. Tour the grounds with an expert guide and enjoy an included lunch before travelling to the picturesque town of Nafplion. Nafplion is the first capital of modern Greece, the skyline of which is dominated by Palamidi castle. Settle in at your hotel upon arrival and spend the rest of the evening at your leisure, or join an optional evening tour to Epidaurus.

Experiences

Olympia ancient site and museum visit: Learn more about the history of Olympia, the Temple of Zeus and the Olympic games with a locally guided tour of the Olympia Museum. Discover ancient Greek art and explore significant exhibitions about ancient Greece.

Explore the ancient ruins of Mycenae: Visit Mycenae and take a walking tour with an expert guide to explore the ruins of this once powerful settlement. Learn all about how it came to exist and, according to Greek myth, was ruled by King Agamemnon. See highlights such as the Palace, Tomb of Agamemnon and Lion’s Gate. Lunch is included this afternoon as we sit down in a local restaurant for a 3-course meal.

Visit the hillside seaport of Nafplion: Dominated by Palamidi Castle, Nafplion is one of the most beautiful towns in the area of Argolis. Be sure to take time to explore the picturesque narrow streets and admire the neo-classical architecture. Take a stroll along the seafront promenade and enjoy the amazing views of the fortified Bourtzi islet, which once guarded the entrance to the port of Nafplion.

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Day 6: Nafplion - Corinth Canal - Athens - Acropolis

Journey from Nafplion towards Athens. Make a short stop along the way to enjoy captivating views of the Corinth Canal. Next, continue to Athens and depart on a city tour with a professional local guide. The tour will introduce you to iconic sights like the Academy, National Library, Greek parliament, Panathinaikos marble stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, the temple of Olympian Zeus. The tour ends at the museum of the Acropolis where you will have the option to join a guided tour of the Acropolis site and Acropolis Museum. After the optional, walk along Apostolou Pavlou street towards the Plaka neighbourhood for an included lunch at a local restaurant. The afternoon is yours to explore Athens at your leisure.

Experiences

Stopover at the historic Corinth Canal: Constructed between 1880 and 1893, the Corinth Canal is one of Greece’s most important engineering achievements. The four-mile-long canal was designed to link the Corinth and Saronic Gulf, and in the past it used to be an important navigational route for ships coming in from the Aegean sea. Today it’s mainly used for small ships and tourist boats.

City tour of mesmerising Athens: Enjoy a locally guided tour of Athens! Make stops at The Academy, the National Library, the Greek parliament and the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Panathinaikos marble stadium where the first modern Olympics took place, Hadrian's Arch and the temple of Olympian Zeus.

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Day 7: End of tour in Athens

After a week of Greek adventures, the tour comes to an end this morning in Athens. We hope you've enjoyed your tour of Greece and look forward to welcoming you on board an Expat Explore tour again soon!

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What's Included

Accommodation

  • 6 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
  • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room

Meals

  • 6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
    *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request

Transport

  • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
  • Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)

Tour Leader

  • Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
  • Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

12 Experiences!

  • Explore Athens; Greece’s ancient capital city
  • Enjoy a welcome dinner in Athens
  • See the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta in Thermopylae
  • Visit a Byzantine art workshop
  • Take a sunset drive of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Discover Delphi on a driving and walking tour
  • Visit the small island of Trizonia
  • Explore the Olympia Museum and ancient site
  • Uncover Greek myths in Mycenae
  • Wander the picturesque streets of Nafplion
  • Photo stop at the Corinth Canal
  • Explore Athens with a local guide

Accommodation

Hotels are chosen closer to departure date. We do use a variety of hotels in each destination, so you may stay in a hotel different to that listed here.

Athens

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Athens Food Tour

Join a local guide for a three-hour journey through authentic Greek cuisine in Athens. Start with a traditional tiropita (Greek cheese pie) followed by a visit to a historic cafe in a local antique market for traditionally-brewed Greek coffee. Next, taste kouloúria (sesame bread rings) before sitting down at a local taverna for a variety of meze dishes. Afterwards, visit Athens Central Market, known as the “Grand Central Station of food”! Here, meet with local fishermen and try fresh seafood served with ouzo - a famous Greek spirit. Then, sample Greek spices, herbs and olive oil before finishing off with a delicious sweet pastry in the centre of Athens’ historic downtown area. Vegetarian options are available throughout the excursion.

Please Note: This excursion must be pre-booked prior to your tour starting to guarantee a space - please contact us to book.

Optional Excursions

Unless marked as “Pre-Book”, all optional excursions can be booked on tour and paid for in cash (in the stated currency) to your tour leader.
Prices and availability are subject to change

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Additional Information

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Reviews

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Majellatraveller Verified Buyer 2023-10-12
Very glad to have tried Expats' Days Taste of Greece Tour
We got so much more out of it than what we expected for such good value. Matt is a very intelligent, helpful, professional and diplomatic tour leader and we wish him well for any of his future plans. The coach driver Babios was superb as was the coach.
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D Verified Buyer 2023-10-11
Packed a punch for a good price
Overwhelmed and pleased. The bus was comfortable and our driver was safe. Our tour leader, Matt, was awesome and patient for the many demands and questions of the many people. The guides for our chosen tours were very good. One of them needed a microphone setup, tho. The hotels were fine and all with good wifi and average, good enough food. Sometimes I felt rushed but I am slow. And they always waited for me?
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Me Verified Buyer 2023-10-10
Colossal, amazing
My first experience traveling with a guided tour, I'm ready to do it again!!! Matt our tour guide very well knowledge, kind and patient. Bravo Matthew !!!
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Nika Verified Buyer 2023-08-05
Amazing Experience
I absolutely loved the experience that Vivian provided me. I actually want to book my trip with her as my guide. The group was small in number and it made for a great time.
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Vic Verified Buyer 2023-08-05
Amazing experience….
It has always been my dream to visit the Meteora and the rest of the tour was a bonus…

Why this tour?

Greece is a popular bucket-list destination for travellers due to its fascinating ancient history, vibrant culture, delicious cuisine and stunning islands. You’ll get to experience all of these highlights and more over 7 days on this taste of Greece tour.  

As you enjoy 7 days in Greece, you’ll get to learn about and visit some of Greece’s top historical destinations. Discover the incredible ancient sights of Olympia, Delphi and Thermopylae, witness the spectacular rock formations of Meteora and end off your Greece holiday with an Athens day tour.

This Greece guided tour features a number of highlights including:

  • Visits to iconic ancient sights such as the statue of Leonidas, King of Sparta, the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians, the tomb of Agamemnon and much more. Discover even more awe-inspiring landmarks such as the Acropolis, the Parthenon and Hadrian’s Arch on your Athens day tour.
  • A Byzantine art workshop where you will discover how locals create exquisite works of Christian Greek art.
  • Free mornings in Kalabaka and Delphi to explore at your own pace. Alternatively, add-on an excursion to the Monasteries of Meteora and a Delphi Museum and ancient site tour! 
  • Local guided tours of the Olympia ancient site (the home of the Olympic Games!), Mycenae and Athens as well as an orientation tour of Delphi and a sunset drive of Meteora, a mesmerising UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • A visit to the tiny, colourful island of Trizonia and the picturesque town of Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece!
  • Delectable, authentic Greek cuisine with 2 included lunches and 3 dinners!

Is this the right tour for me?

If you love ancient history and classical art, this is the perfect tour for you! Learn about and marvel at plenty of ancient sights and fascinating archeological wonders. Get a taste of authentic Greek culture as you visit quaint towns, eat delicious Greek meals and soak up the Grecian sun!

How much does a ​​7 day trip to Greece cost?

Greece is actually very affordable compared to other European countries. With Expat Explore, Greece becomes even more affordable with accommodation, transportation, most of your activities and some meals already included in the tour cost! 

Is 7 days in Greece enough?

Yes! 7 days is an excellent amount of time to explore Greece. This tour forms the first-half of our 12-day Best of Greece tour. If you’re looking for a longer tour that combines the highlights of mainland Greece with Santorini and Mykonos, consider booking the full-length tour.

What should I pack?

With tour dates available from April-October, you can expect warm temperatures and sunny skies. Pack summer clothing, swimsuits and plenty of sunscreen! In autumn months, you may need a jacket for the evenings.

Embark on a Greek adventure as you walk in the footsteps of historians, artists, myths and legends! Discover what makes Greece the ultimate bucket-list destination when you book this fun, convenient and affordable group tour.