7-Day Ancient Greece Tour

Embark on a week-long journey through the mythological landscape of mainland Greece with a carefully-crafted itinerary. Starting and ending in Athens, spend 7 days exploring the historical sites and marvelous castles of the Peloponnese region. This tour is perfect for people who are keen on ancient Greek history, mythology, and architecture.

This tour is private and can be tailored specifically for you. We can include any activities that interest you, adjust the duration of the tour to accommodate your schedule, and much more.

• Days:7±
• Best for:History and culture enthusiast
• Best time:All the year
• Departure date:up to you
• Sample price:US$3,119 each (2 per room)

Brief Itinerary for Ancient Greece Tour

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Tour Highlights

Here are the awesome attractions, the most must-do activities selected by Highlights Travel (HT Hand-Picked), and exclusive cultural experiences offered by Highlights Travel (Only With HT) included in this tour:

Discover the mythology surrounding the Acropolis and explore Athens' top architectural sites.

Explore the rich history and archaeology of ancient Mycenae.

Appreciate the cultural and athletic achievements of the ancient Olympic Games at Olympia.

Taste excellent extra-virgin olive oil, olives, and wines at source at a local farm.

Stand where the ancients sought guidance and insight from the Delphi Oracle.

Marvel at breathtaking monasteries perched atop towering cliffs.

Journey Map (Suggested Route)

Suggested Itinerary for Inspiration

Your preferences design the real journey. We're ready to create a wonderful tour for you.

Day 2

Athens | Discover the Mythological Side of Athens

• Start your day by visiting the city center, including a stop at Syntagma Square to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Hellenic Parliament.
• Then, explore Hadrian's Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Panathenaic Stadium before heading to the Acropolis, famous for hosting the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
• Discover the Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site offering breathtaking views of Athens. The Parthenon, a well-preserved and iconic structure, stands out.
• Wrap up the day with a visit to the Museum of the Acropolis to complete the tour.

Panathenaic Stadium

Day 3

Athens to Olympia | Asklepios Sanctuary and Ancient Mycenae

• In the morning, we'll drive you to Peloponnesus with a short photo stop at Corinth canal where there are stunning views.
• Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus, which houses the historical roots of early European medicine. Don't miss the impressive acoustics of the well-preserved Theatre of Epidaurus from the 4th century BC.
• Next you will visit another UNESCO World Heritage Site, ancient Mycenae (dated at around 1300 BC), the hometown of Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks in the Trojan War.

The ruins of the Temple of Asclepius

Day 4

Olympia to Delphi | Ancient Olympia

• Start your morning with a guided tour of Ancient Olympia. Explore the temples of Hera and Zeus, the Olympic flame altar, and the ancient stadium where the first Olympic games were held in 776 BC. Don't miss the archaeological museum, home to renowned works like the statue of Hermes and the infant Dionysus of Praxiteles.
• Next, experience the authentic flavors of the land of Greek by tasting the extra-virgin olive oil, olives, and wines produced at a local farm.
• We will continue driving on the west of the peninsula of Peloponnesus, crossing the suspended bridge over Corinth Bay to arrive at Delphi for a night's stay.

the Temple of Hera

Day 5

Delphi to Meteora | Archaeological Sites of Delphi

• Delphi city, deemed by ancient Greeks as the center of the world, was a significant religious hub. Our tour of the archaeological sites will encompass the Temple of Apollo, a theater, a market, the renowned Omphalos, and the Delphi Museum showcasing impressive sculptures spanning a thousand-year history.
• Continue to Amfissa, where Greece's last manual bell-maker will show you how livestock bells have been forged by hand for centuries.
• Then we'll drive through central Greece until we arrive in Kalambaka for an overnight stay.

Archaeological Sites of Delphi

Day 6

Meteora to Athens | Monasteries Built on Towering Cliffs

• In the morning, there will be a short drive to Meteora. There, we'll visit two Byzantine Monasteries (there are many steps to climb) standing between the earth and the sky atop huge rocks and containing historical and religious treasures.
• Before we leave magnificent Meteora behind, we will continue on to visit the Natural History Museum and Meteora Mushroom Museum.
• On the way to Athens, we could also stop at the Leonidas Monument in Thermopylae, which commemorates the battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC.

meteora

Ideas for Making This Trip Uniquely Yours

Special experiences can be added to brighten a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, a birthday, or satisfy personal interests.

Hand-Picked Hotels

We select hotels with style and local features. Let us know your preferences and we'll find your ideal hotel.

Titania Hotel

Amalia Hotel Olympia

Grand Meteora Hotel