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Welcome to Athens! According to the Greek mythology, the name “Athens” comes from the goddess of wisdom, Athena. After clearing immigrations and collecting your bags, meet our representative in the arrivals area. Your private vehicle is waiting to transfer you to your hotel.
Check into your hotel.
At the hotel, you will be briefed on your city tour. Your city tour includes a short photo stop at the Panathenaic stadium where the new Olympic games reborn, Parliament and tomb of the unknown soldier. Passing by through the coach see: The Academy, The National University and The National Library. Later visit Temple of Zeus and Acropolis. Lastly visit the Acropolis museum.
End the day with a welcome dinner in a typical Greek tavern accompanied by folk dance – a fun and interactive beginning to your holiday.
Overnight in Athens
Post breakfast this morning check out and proceed on your guided sightseeing of Epidaurus, Nafplio, and Olympia. The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is a theatre in the Greek city of Epidaurus, located on the southeast end of the sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek God of medicine, Asclepius. View the magnificent amphitheater at Epidaurus known for its acoustics. Thereafter, transfer onto Nafplio for a walking tour before heading to Olympia for the night.
Overnight in Olympia.
After a delicious breakfast in your hotel, check out and proceed on a guided tour of Olympia stadium and museum. In the western Peloponnese, in the "Valley of Gods", lies the most celebrated sanctuary of ancient Greece and the birthplace of the most important athletic mega-event of all times; the Olympic Games. At ancient Olympia stand the impressive ruins of the area where athletes trained and ran in the ancient stadium; just as the ancient Olympians did after their victory 3000 years ago.
You will also visit the museum and get a chance to see some unbelievable sculptures such as the sculpted decoration of the temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the famous Hermis of Praxiteles and the statue of Nike of Paionios.
On arrival in Delphi, check into your hotel.
Ovrenight in Delphi
Enjoy breakfast and the day’s proceedings will find you immersed in the myths and monuments of classical Greece on this trip to Delphi. Explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site of Delphi and learn how the city was considered the ‘Center of the World’ in ancient Greece. Stand in awe before the dramatically situated Temple of Apollo, then discover long-lost wonders at the Delphi Archeological Museum, including the Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos.
Indulge in some retail therapy and shop for local souvenirs at Arachova, before you head to Athens.
Overnight in Athens
After breakfast this morning, time to check out and head to to Piraeus port, to board your ferry to Santorini. On arriva in Santorini, one of the best Greek islands, transfer to your hotel and relax.
Later proceed on a walking tour of Fira, the town centre where you will have some free time to explore on your own.
Overnight in Santorini
Post breakfast today, you will visit the Museum of the lost city of Atlantis. In this museum you can learn about the myth of Atlantis and how it is connected to Santorini. Experience its destruction and explore multiple digital installations for Atlantis. Thereafter, see Prophet Elias Mountain, which is the highest point in Santorini where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the island. Thereafter, proceed to the village of Oia, famous for its beautiful sunsets.
Overnight in Santorini
This morning after breakfast, relax and enjoy free time to explore the island on your own. Later, transfer to Santorini airport for your flight to Athens and onwards home with wonderful memories of your unconventional Greek Holiday with Airtours Holidays India!!