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Best of Greece with Santorini Extension

Operated by: Trafalgar

11 Days from $3,750 per person
MAR - OCT 2023
Best Greece Santorini Extension Guided Tour

Countries Visited

Greece ...more Greece

Locations Visited

Athens, Corinth, Archaeological Site of Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Thermopylae, Kalambaka, Santorini ...more Athens, Corinth, Archaeological Site of Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Thermopylae, Kalambaka, Santorini
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Athens

    Put the 'oh' in opa and embark on an unforgettable exploration of an ancient land of gods and goddesses, myths and legends. Your springboard to your spellbinding holiday is the vibrant capital of Athens, an effortless mix of ancient treasures and modern verve, which you will have an opportunity to explore after being transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception, including a light meal and welcome drink.

    meals Welcome Reception
    hotel Divani Palace Acropolis
  2. Day 2 Explore Amazing Athens Dive Into Culture

    Join your Local Specialist for a guided morning sightseeing tour to the ancient complex that was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation'. Along our journey into antiquity, we'll have an opportunity to explore the Acropolis with its treasures and admire the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus and the Agora, once the haunt of Socrates and Plato. Dive Into Culture and see remarkable displays of an ancient world during an included visit to the Acropolis Museum, and see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own. Stroll through the Plaka, people-watch in Syntagma Square or go in search of the city's tastiest souvlaki – the choice is yours.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Divani Palace Acropolis
  3. Day 3 Journey to Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplion

    We depart Athens this morning, crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in Corinth, we join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. We continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of Ancient Greece, where we'll see the Beehive Tombs (the Treasury of Atreus), the Lion Gate and the remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, in the company of a Local Specialist. Later, we'll travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. Arriving in the Venetian town of Nafplion later, we'll dine in our hotel this evening.

    meals Breakfast, Dinner
    hotel Amalia Nafplio
  4. Day 4 Continue to Ancient Olympia Connect with Locals

    We traverse the Mountains of Arcadia to ancient Olympia, the site of the first Olympic Games held in 776 BC. This evening, we Connect With Locals joining the Karambellas family for dinner on their olive and wine farm at a Be My Guest experience featuring traditional dancing and characteristic Greek philoxenia.

    meals Breakfast, Dinner
    hotel Amalia Olympia
  5. Day 5 Onwards to Patras and Delphi

    We join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. We'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Leaving Olympia, we skirt the coastline north to Patras, crossing the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece before continuing to Delphi, our home for the night.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Amalia Delphi
  6. Day 6 Off to Thermopylae and Kalambaka

    Tread in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks, who would descend on the sanctuary of Delphi to consult with the most important oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4th-century Temple of Apollo. View the statues immortalising the strength of the athletes who once competed in the Pythian Games, held in honour of Apollo and the Arts. A scenic afternoon drive brings us to Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defence by Leonidas and his brave Spartans against the invading Persians. We cross the lush Thessaly region, the 'breadbasket of Greece', then travel over the Pourmaraki Pass towards Kalambaka.

    meals Breakfast, Dinner
    hotel Amalia Kalambaka
  7. Day 7 Admire Meteora and Return to Athens

    The UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are our first stop today. Join a Local Specialist to visit two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the town. A scenic drive returns us to Athens, where we'll enjoy a rousing Farewell Dinner with our travel companions and reminisce over an incredible journey through Greece.

    meals Breakfast, Dinner
    hotel Divani Palace Acropolis
  8. Day 8 Cruise to Sunny Santorini

    Board a fast ferry to the idyllic island of Santorini, your home for three nights. Transfer to your hotel with an orientation on arrival and spend free time exploring. Comprising a small circular archipelago of volcanic islands in the southern Aegean Sea, Santorini is all that remains of an enormous volcanic explosion. The island's spectacular physical beauty coupled with its dynamic nightlife makes it one of Europe's most popular hotspots.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel El Greco
  9. Day 9 Discover Stunning Santorini

    Santorini offers a wealth of exciting things to do. You might like to spend your time relaxing in the sun or wander down winding cobbled streets full of whitewashed houses. Admire breathtaking views across the caldera and witness a stunning sunset.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel El Greco
  10. Day 10 Santorini Your Way

    Santorini makes some of the Greek islands' best wines so perhaps take a tour of a winery and taste some for yourself. Consider a ride in a kaiki to the volcanic island of Nea Kamini to swim in the hot springs. Embrace the magic of Santorini.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel El Greco
  11. Day 11 Fly to Athens and Journey Home

    Take a short flight back to Athens this morning. Say goodbye to Greece as you continue your flight home from Athens airport.

    meals Breakfast
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Price Includes

Whats Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • High-speed ferry from Athens to Santorini
  • Flight from Santorini to Athens

Dining Summary

  • 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 10 Breakfast (B)
  • 4 Dinner (D)

Be My Guest

  • Olympia: Say opa! to an Olympic Be My Guest experience with the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm, followed by a traditional dinner and dancing.

Dive Into Culture

  • Athens: Visit the Acropolis Museum containing remarkable antiquities giving visitors an insight into the lives of Athenians centuries ago.

Iconic Experience

  • Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
  • Corinth: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Join a Local Specialist and gain insight into Corinth's eventful past.
  • Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Specialist.
  • Archaeological Site of Olympia: Join a Local Specialist to view the stadium of Olympia which hosted the ancient Olympic Games and Heraia, the women's games in honour of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
  • Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
  • Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
  • Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit two of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
  • Santorini: Enjoy an orientation of stunning Santorini upon arrival.

Must-see Highlights

  • : Explore Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora with a Local Specialist
  • : Visit the Acropolis and Museum in Athens, the ancient ruins in Corinth, the ancient theatre at Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, and the incredible rock monasteries in Meteora and Santorini
  • : View the Parthenon, Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the battle site at Thermopylae
  • : See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae

Whats Included

  • : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • : Optional Experiences and free time
  • : High-speed ferry from Athens to Santorini
  • : Flight from Santorini to Athens

Dates & Prices

Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a twin room. To request a personalized travel quote, click "Request Quote" and a Travel Specialist will send your custom quote including airfare if requested.

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Reviews
Service
Vacation
Independent Reviews
Cristina Munoz
Review date: Monday, May 29, 2023
Service
Making our reservation was made easy thanks to our travel specialist who helped us to book our flights as well.
Vacation
The trip was incredible! Everything was taken care of so all we has to do was show up on time ready to go. The places we stayed at and ate were abaowondeful and the coach and tours itself were fantastic.
Trusted Customer
Review date: Friday, February 24, 2023
Service
Fairly easy to book travel with GET. Agents are friendly and responsive. It could be a bit clearer about what the travel insurance covers and what it doesn't, though. I've traveled multiple times using GET and have not been too happy with the travel insurance and changes made by GET, though. These changes made not by me but travel agency were not all covered. So a bit disappointed.
Vacation
What an amazing trip to Greece! We couldn't think of a more enjoyable vacation, the sites were unbelievable, excellent food, great hotels, and our guide was fun and engaging! Put this on your bucket list.
Susan Bitner
Review date: Saturday, November 12, 2022
Service
Even though this trip had been rescheduled 3 times, our GET representative kept us up to date.
Response from Grand European Travel:
We are so glad you stuck it out with us and were finally able to see the Best of Greece. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your feedback. Take care!
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Vacation
This was my 1st land tour, required us to be up and ready to begin each day early to see all of the beutiful sites.
David Trabilsy
Review date: Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Service
Always friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. Very little waiting time, easy to reach. They are excellent.
Response from Grand European Travel:
WOW!! Thank you for such a wonderful review! It sounds like you thoroughly enjoyed your Best of Greece tour (despite the lost luggage). We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your trip, and we are very thankful for your repeat business. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We appreciate your feedback! Take care!!
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Vacation
Other than the uncontrollable hot weather, everything was perfect. We saw the major sights of Greece with no delays and expert travel guides who were with us the entire trip. I first met Simone when I arrives at the hotel without luggage that was lost. He immediately was supportive and helpful. He even took me to a pharmacy to acquire medications that hadn't arrived with my luggage. Throughout the trip he was amazing in making sure we were all comfortable. Everything from the locations, to hotel sites, food arrangements, etc. were handled perfectly. He coordinated activates brilliantly with our tour guide Evi. She was wonderful, with an incredible knowledge of the locations we visited. Her expertise was evident; she was able to give insightful and detailed explanations about everything we saw. All of our tour guides with GET have been outstanding and Evi was no exception. Furthermore Evi and Simone had wonderful interpersonal skills and made it easy for the group to enjoy each others company - easy to approach, engage in conversation, enjoyed being with us, etc. I also need to mention our bus driver who got us to every location on time with no disruptions or problems. He navigated tight spots and high elevations beautifully. He was responsible for the success of the tour. This was our 4th tour with GET and we look forward to many more in the future. We've traveled all over the world for the past 50 years, no other tour company compares with GET. Thank you for a wonderful and memorable tour.
John Tyler
Review date: Friday, July 22, 2022
Service
GET does a great job. I use the web site, pick a place to go, click a few buttons, and voila I'm done. If there are questions (on flights, etc.) a quick email to a GET rep gets the answers. I have booked four trips through GET and will continue to use them in the future.
Response from Grand European Travel:
We are so glad you enjoyed your trip to Greece. And it's so nice to hear your feedback about the booking process. We truly appreciate your repeat business and would love to help you plan your next trip when you are ready to travel again. Thanks so much for leaving a review!
Saturday, July 23, 2022
Vacation
Went to Greece - enough said!! Started in Athens and traveled to several cities on the mainland including Olympia, Corinth, and Delphi. Terrific sites, food, and people. A perfect trip.
Trusted Customer
Review date: Friday, July 1, 2022
Service
The staff that took care of us in Greece was phenomenal. From the time we landed until the time we left for home, Trafalgar staff went above and beyond. Their knowledge of local customs and history provided us with an experience we won't soon forget. Unfortunately, Ioanna who started the tour with us, had to leave us because of a family emergency and Trafalgar worked quickly to get her back to Athens and provide us with a replacement guide in a matter of hours. Although our schedule had to change a little, we lost nothing as far as the tour was concerned. They made sure that we were all cared for and they addressed any issues (which were few) promptly and professionally. Absolutely would travel with Trafalgar again!
Response from Grand European Travel:
It certainly sounds like you had an epic experience in Greece! That makes us so happy! We are glad you were able to see everything even with a few "bumps in the road." We would love to help you plan your next adventure when you are ready to travel again! Take care.
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Vacation
The places we visited, the local experts, the care of the staff...all amazing.
Alfredo Neira
Review date: Monday, June 20, 2022
Service
I am and will recommend to my friends and people I mknow.
Response from Grand European Travel:
Greece is such an interesting place to visit, and it sounds like you had a wonderful time on your Best of Greece tour. We appreciate your kind words and your recommendation! Happy Travels!
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Vacation
Wonderful re-learning experience about Greece., The driver was excellent. David was super helpful and Dimitri was excellent with his knowledge of Greece and Greece customs.
Susan Chartier
Review date: Friday, May 20, 2022
Service
Anytime I had a question they were quick to answer email or by phone.
Vacation
The tour director and local specialist were excellent. Way too much down time/drive time. Itinerary should be rearranged so that you aren't driving 4 hours a day in the afternoon. There has to be something to see. The arrival times and dinner times made it too late to go into town to explore.
Suzanne Phelps
Review date: Monday, April 11, 2022
Service
The trip was excellent. It was delayed by two years and the many rebookings were handled very well by any Grand European agent we talked to.
Vacation
This is an extremely active trip as planned by Trafalgar. However, it was inspirational and weel-organized.
Helene Mcavoy
Review date: Monday, October 4, 2021
Service
After some hesitancy because of COVID, we were assured by your staff that all efforts in our health safety would be attained. This was realized by the way our travel guide and driver handled our tours each day. We were always the first ones there and in this way avoided crowds. This was much appreciated. Also our guide was very knowledgeable about all the sites we visited and she made the tours pleasurable.
Vacation
Every tour was so interesting and of course our guide was full of so much information and helpful to us in any way we needed her. We also enjoyed our fabulous Be Our Guest night at the olive farm. The family was warm and welcoming. We had a great time there. The only flawed experience was the last night at the Farewell Dinner. We would have rathered stayed at the hotel for dinner instead of traveling again and having a long walk to a restaurant that was up many steps and in a very crowded area.
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