Athens - Mycenae - Epidaurus - Nafplio - Olympia

Corinth Canal - The driver will meet guests at their hotel in Athens to begin the tour heading south. A brief stop will be made at the renowned Corinth Canal.

The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus - The journey continues to Epidaurus to visit the Ancient Theatre, which seats 15,000 spectators! Believed to be founded by or named after Argolid Epidaurus, and known as the birthplace of Apollo’s son, Asclepius the healer, Epidaurus was famous for its sanctuary located about five miles (8 km) from the town, as well as its theater, which is still in use today. The cult of Asclepius at Epidaurus is documented from the 6th century BC.

Archaeological Site Mycenae - The tour proceeds to Mycenae. The Lion Gate, the main entrance of the Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae, was constructed in the 13th century BC, around 1250 BC, on the northwest side of the acropolis. It is named after the relief sculpture of two lionesses or lions in a heraldic pose above the entrance. The Lion Gate is the only surviving monumental piece of Mycenaean sculpture and the largest sculpture in the prehistoric Aegean. It is the only monument of Bronze Age Greece to feature an iconographic motif that survived without being buried underground, and the only relief image described in classical antiquity literature, making it well-known before modern archaeology.

Nafplio - The next destination is Nafplio, featuring the Venetian fortress of Palamidi and the fortified islet of Bourtzi in the middle of the bay. Here, guests can enjoy a delicious meal.

Olympia - The tour will reach Olympia for an overnight stay.

Olympia - Honey, Olive Oil, and Wine Tasting - Zakynthos

Archaeological Site of Olympia - At 09:00, the driver will pick up guests from the hotel to visit the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia, where the first Olympic Games took place in 776 B.C., located in the lush valley formed by the Alfios River. The site includes the temple of Zeus, the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece, which once housed one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world, the gold and ivory statue of Zeus created by Phedias. Visitors will also see the temple of Hera, the shrine of Pelops (one of the oldest in the sanctuary), the Council house where athletes took the Olympic oath, the Treasury houses, the Gymnasium, and the Palestra where athletes trained for a month before the Games. Finally, guests will visit the stadium, where the marble starting blocks remain in position. Although secluded near the west coast of the Peloponnese, Olympia became the most important religious and athletic center in Greece.

Market of Ancient Olympia - The tour includes a visit to the flea market for a delightful experience of free wine and olive oil tasting, savoring the distinct blends of olive oil and iconic Greek olives.

Klio’s Honey Farm - A visit to a local honey farm is included, where guests can enjoy coffee or juice and handmade local desserts, all made with honey produced on this farm for generations, under the shade of the trees.

Killinis - Guests will then be transferred to Kylini port to take the ferry to Zakynthos.

Zakynthos - Upon arrival in Zakynthos, the driver will transfer guests to their hotel for check-in.

Zakynthos - Cruise to Shipwreck (Navagio) and Blue Caves

Porto Vromi - The driver will transfer guests to Zakynthos Marina to take a local boat cruise, one of the best ways to explore the island. The boat cruise departs at 09:00 and returns around 17:00. The tour includes visits to the Blue Caves and the Shipwreck, with 1 1/2 hours allocated for swimming. A photo stop will be made at Porto Vromi, followed by stops at the Agalas Caves and the Keri Caves. A significant photo stop includes Turtle Island.

Laganas - The entire gulf of Laganas and Kalamaki is home to turtles swimming in the seawater. The turtles are large but friendly, and guests may have the opportunity to swim with them.

Agios Nikolaos - Another major swim stop is in the area of St. Nickolas, Basilikos, where the boat anchors for about an hour.

Keri Village - At the end of the cruise tour, the driver will pick up guests and transfer them to the “KERI” area to admire the panoramic sunset and enjoy a delicious dinner. Afterward, guests will be transferred back to their hotel.

Zakynthos - Delphi - Meteora Sunset Tour

Zakynthos - After breakfast, guests will take the ferry from Zakynthos port to Killini to continue the tour to Delphi.

Delphi - The tour will cross the impressive Rion – Antirion bridge, one of the largest in Europe, to reach Nafpaktos, a charming seaside town, for a short coffee break while admiring the Venetian Castle and Port. The journey continues to Delphi, where guests will visit the Ancient Oracle, the Stadium, the Ancient Theatre, which could seat more than 5000 spectators, and the Museum of Delphi, home to the “Charioteer,” one of the finest bronze statues ever! Delphi is renowned for the oracle at the sanctuary dedicated to Apollo during the classical period.

Arachova - Guests can visit and enjoy coffee or lunch at Arachova, the most famous winter resort in Greece, a traditional yet modern small city at an altitude of 1000 meters.

Kalambaka - Departing Arachova, the tour heads towards Meteora. Upon arrival in Kalambaka, guests can check in at their hotel and then witness the breathtaking sunset at Meteora. The natural beauty of the rock formations and the fascinating way monasteries are perched atop the cliffs create a truly awe-inspiring sight. Enjoy the sunset around the rocks.

Meteora - Athens

Meteora - At 09:00, the driver will pick up guests from the hotel to visit Meteora, where they can enjoy the unique and impressive scenery of ageless monasteries containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between Earth and Sky atop huge rocks. The first visit will be to the great monastery of Varlaam or a similar one, founded in the 16th century and located on top of a rock at 380m height! The second visit will be to the Monastery of St. Stephan or a similar one, from the 15th century, also built on top of another huge rock, where guests can admire a small treasure of Byzantine and Christian items in the museum inside the monastery.

Thermopylae - The return to Athens will pass by the small towns of Domokos, Kamena Vourla, and Thermopylae, where there is a statue of Leonidas as a memorial of the battle of the 300 Spartans against thousands of Persian soldiers of the Persian Empire. The tour will conclude in Athens, with guests being dropped off at their hotel.

Athens - In the afternoon, guests will be dropped off at the hotel, marking the end of the services.

• Goody Bag with gifts upon our meeting
• Sunset tour Meteora, around the rocks
• Ferry tickets from/to Kyllini port / Zakynthos port
• Honey, Olive Oil and food tasting at Olympia
• Breakfast
• Private car and English speaking driver
• Day cruise around Zakynthos
• 4 Night’s accommodation

• Tour Guides (Available with extra cost)
• Hotel City Tax
• Gratuities

Join our unique 5-day best-selling tour in Classical Greece, featuring an excursion to Zakynthos, celebrated as the Turtle Island. This tour presents a golden opportunity to explore the most highly sought-after sites in Greece and take a dip in the charming island of Zakynthos where, if you’re fortunate, you’ll share a swim with a massive, yet affable turtle!
Experience the majestic Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, recognized globally as one of the finest. Explore the historically rich town of Mycenae. Embark on a journey around Nafplio, the most romantic coastal town in Greece. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the inaugural Olympic Games with a tour of ancient Olympia.
Venture into Zakynthos (Zante), with its spell-binding transparent water and unwind on the sandy beaches. Take a scenic boat cruise to marvel at the breathtaking Blue Caves and the Navagio Shipwreck.
Relish a visit to Delphi, once considered the nexus of the world. And finally, pay a visit to the architectural wonders of the Meteora monasteries, majestically poised ‘between Earth and Sky’.

• All of our drivers have high experience and will gives general information for each site and many suggestion for restaurant etc. But are not licensed guide. So we strongly suggest you to book local tour guides in each place
• 2 people will stay in a double-sharing room, 3 people will stay in a triple-sharing room, and 1 person will have a private single room
• After your booking, you will receive a detailed itinerary
• Please note that one week prior to your trip, you will receive an updated itinerary with hotel names, pick-up times, and other details.
• Respecting the environment, you will receive the program on your mobile device or in chat room of Viator. If you need a printed version, please let us know.
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If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.