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Globus has also included some traditional experiences for you to get a true sense of Greek life. Enjoy a cooking demonstration where you'll learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer. Also, enjoy a dance lesson, where you’ll learn how to dance the sirtaki.
But that's not all...be ready for a 4-night cruise on the Aegean Sea visiting some of the most beautiful islands in the world as well as Ephesus in Turkey . You'll visit Mykonos, Greece's most famous cosmopolitan island with its seafront village, sandy beaches, and whitewashed houses; Kusadasi and the Greek, Roman and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus, Turkey; Patmos, where St. John the Divine wrote the Revelation; Rhodes, with one of Europe's largest medieval towns ; Heraklion on Crete, nestled picturesquely between two mountain ranges with archaeological treasures and beautiful scenery and Santorini (weather permitting), still an active volcano offering one of the world's most breath-taking panoramas.
Picturesque fishing villages, stunning islands, ancient historic sights, and unique experiences…this is a dream vacation to Greece!
Highlights
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
CRUISING
Four-night cruise to Mykonos, Kusadasi (Turkey), Patmos, Rhodes, Crete, Santorini
CRUISE DETAILS:
- Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.
- Cabin categories: Inside cabin (category IB) Outside cabin (category XB)
- All cabins with two lower beds and private shower and toilet.
- Full entertainment program on board.
- Included drink package: selection of non-alcoholic & alcoholic drinks.
- Globus Host service throughout the cruise.
- Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. At time of printing, the ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Celestyal Crystal, operated by Celestyal Cruises. Certain departures may be operated by other Celestyal Cruises ships of similar standard.
2021 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 12 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinners
ATHENS, GREECE.
Day1
Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink with your Tour Director.
ATHENS
Day2
. Sightseeing with a Local Guide features a visit to the world-famous ACROPOLIS, perched high on a rocky outcrop overlooking the city. Here, see the Parthenon, the Erechtheum with its Porch of Maidens, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Enjoy a panoramic view that includes glimpses of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Theater of Dionysus, and the beautifully preserved Theseum, where Socrates taught. Later, a city orientation tour features the Parliament House and a picture stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Dating back to the 2nd century AD, it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble, and was host to the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympics in 1896. The rest of the day is at leisure. Tonight, perhaps join an optional dinner outing to sample local fare.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ATHENS–CORINTH–MYCENAE–EPIDAURUS–NAUPLIA
Day3
Cross the spectacular Corinth Canal, and visit ANCIENT CORINTH, where St. Paul preached. Two highlights today: MYCENAE, where 19th-century excavations reveal impressions of the splendors so vividly described by Homer. Admire the Beehive Tombs, known as the Treasury of Atreus; the Lion Gate, Europe’s oldest known monument; the remains of Agamemnon’s Royal Palace; the impressive fortifications of the Citadel and visit the museum. A short drive brings you to EPIDAURUS for a tour of its amazingly well-preserved 2,300-year-old open-air theater. Overnight in nearby Nauplia.
Today’s Distance: 132 mi / 212 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
NAUPLIA–OLYMPIA
Day4
. Spectacular scenery abounds on the way through the Arkadian Mountains. Spend the afternoon in OLYMPIA, where athletes of antiquity competed in honor of the king of deities. Learn about the history of those original Olympic Games as you walk among the impressive remains of the Gymnasium and the Temples of Hera and Zeus. Also visit the MUSEUM that displays Praxiteles’ magnificent statue of Hermes. Tonight, LF enjoy a COOKING DEMONSTRATION and learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer.
Today’s Distance: 112 mi / 181 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
OLYMPIA–PATRAS–DELPHI.
Day5
Pass by the busy seaport of Patras, proceed to mystic Delphi. The afternoon is devoted to a fascinating tour of the ancient sanctuary of the god Apollo in its dramatic setting on Mount Parnassus. Hear about the Oracle and tour the EXCAVATIONS. End the day with a visit to the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM to admire the Charioteer, an extraordinary 5th-century BC bronze statue. A highlight this evening is LF a DANCE LESSON, where you’ll learn how to dance the sirtaki, made famous in the movie Zorba the Greek, accompanied by a glass of Ouzo.
Today’s Distance: 149 mi / 239 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
DELPHI–METEORA AREA
Day6
Drive past Lamia and Trikala to Kalambaka in the unreal, fantastic landscape of Meteora with its rock-top monasteries. Visit VARLAAM MONASTERY, famous for its frescoes, and ST. STEPHEN’S MONASTERY, featuring a unique collection of icons and an incredible panoramic view.
Today’s Distance: 155 mi / 249 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
METEORA AREA–THERMOPYLAE–ATHENS
Day7
. Today’s highlight is a guided visit to THERMOPYLAE, the site of the heroic battle of Leonidas’ 300 doomed Spartans against Xerxes’ huge Persian army. On the way back to Athens, your Tour Director will tell you about Thebes, the setting of Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, and Marathon, where 10,000 Athenians defeated more than twice that number of Persian invaders in 490 BC. Tonight, maybe join an optional dinner at a local restaurant.
Today’s Distance: 236 mi / 380 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ATHENS–PIRAEUS (EMBARKATION)–MYKONOS
Day8
Arrive in Piraeus, and sail into the deep-blue waters of the Aegean Sea. Later, dock at the mountainous island of Mykonos.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CRUISING: KUSADASI, TURKEY–PATMOS, GREECE
Day9
Two ports of call today. First, Kusadasi on the Turkish coast. Visit the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of EPHESUS. Next, join an optional excursion to discover the tiny Greek island of Patmos, and see the Grotto of the Apocalypse.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CRUISING: RHODES
Day10
All day is dedicated to the island of RHODES. Explore the sights in the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. Next is LINDOS with the fabulous Temple of Athena. Sail from Rhodes around dinner time.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CRUISING: HERAKLION, CRETE–SANTORINI, GREECE
Day11
First port of call today is Heraklion on Crete. An optional excursion to Knossos, the center of the 3000 BC Minoan civilization, is available. Afternoon call (weather permitting) at Santorini, the “Black Pearl of the Aegean.” The optional shore excursion takes you to the cliff-top village of Oia for one of the world’s most breathtaking panoramas.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
PIRAEUS (DISEMBARKATION)–ATHENS
Day12
After breakfast on board, disembark at Piraeus and return to Athens.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ATHENS
Day13
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Extend your stay
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Zafolia
First-Class
Attractive 7-story Hotel situated near museums, 1 km from Larisis train station & 35 km from El. Venizelos Airport.
Location
87-89 Alexandras Avenue, Athens, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- Fitness Room
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Gift Shop
- Spa Services
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Currency Exchange
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Television
- Hair Dryer
- Room Service
- Alarm Clock
- Phone
Radisson Blu Park
Superior First-Class
Nine-story Hotel facing a large park; within walking distance of Archaeological Museum.
Location
10,Alexandras Avenue, Athens, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Pool
- Fitness Room
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Hot Tub
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Voicemail
- Room Service
- Desk
- Internet Access
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Coffee Maker
- Cable/Satellite
- Smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Television
- Phone
Amalia Nauplia
First-Class
Neoclassical-style Hotel situated on tree-lined grounds with landscaped courtyards, 1 mile from city center.
Location
National Road Argos, Nauplia, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Pool
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Television
- Internet Access
- Desk
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Non-smoking Rooms
Amalia Olympia
First-Class
This 147 room hotel is set in a beautiful Mediterranean landscape filled with olive trees. The spacious white marbled lobby affords endless views of the surrounding green scenery along with the open air terrace of the lounge café. Amenities include a restaurant, large outdoor seasonal swimming pool, spacious lounges and a lobby bar with fireplace. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property.
Location
Pyrgou-Olympias Main Rd, Olympia, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
Europa
First-Class
Hotels Europa is built on the top of Drouvas Hill in Ancient Olympia (UNESCO World Heritage Site), at the foot of which is sited the Sacred Alti with brilliant monuments and the stadium of the Ancient Olympic Games.
Location
Archaia Olympia - Drouva, Olympia, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Smoking Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Room Service
- Desk
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
Amalia Delphi
First-Class
At the foot of Mount Parnassus overlooking olive groves and the Ionian Sea, and just minutes away from the archaeological site and museum, the temple of Apollo, and Castalia spring. The modern guest rooms are air-conditioned and have Wi-Fi and minifridges. Other amenities include an outdoor pool and an inviting lounge bar with a fireplace, where guests can relax and take in the breath taking Delphian scenery.
Location
1 Apollonos Street, Delphi, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Pool
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Safe
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Desk
- Internet Access
Amalia Kalambaka
First-Class
Amalia Hotel is a beautiful setting just minutes away from the town of Kalambaka. The hotel is embedded on 14 acres of greenery and has been built with traditional materials to match its surroundings.
Location
National Road, Kalambaka, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Dry Cleaning
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Phone
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Television
- Alarm Clock
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Desk
- Internet Access
