Dreaming of Classical Greece, Spanish-speaking guide
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Greece with the "Dreaming of Classical Greece" tour, guided by Spanish-speaking experts. This immersive experience takes you to iconic landmarks such as the Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, and the mystical monasteries of Meteora. Discover the ancient wonders of Delphi, once considered the center of the world, and explore the breathtaking landscapes of Cape Sounion. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in Athens and Kalambaka, with options ranging from standard to superior hotels. The tour includes air-conditioned transportation, breakfast daily, and a memorable dinner in Kalambaka. With all entrance fees covered, delve into Greece's rich history and culture, while enjoying the convenience of airport transfers and a meet-and-greet service. This short break is perfect for those seeking a blend of arts, culture, and spiritual exploration in one of the world's most historically significant regions. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL ATHENS
Location: Athens, Syntagma Square, Athens, Kolonaki, Athens, Ermou Street, Athens, Plaka, Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive at Athens Airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The afternoon is free at leisure for exploring this never sleeping city. You may optionally visit Syntagma Square and get into the city’s vibe. Enjoy shopping in one of the most popular streets of the city in the Kolonaki area or Ermou, and have a nice, quiet walk in the beautiful alleys of Plaka (the old district) where you can also find a large number of small shops selling souvenirs and other local artifacts.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 : ATHENS – DELPHI – KALAMBAKA (417 km - 5.5 hrs)
Location: Athens, Delphi, Lamia, Trikala, Kalambaka, Meteora
Accommodation Name: Hotel Orfeas or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. You will arrive in Delphi around noon. Famous for its theater, the Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins, Delphi was considered the center of the universe and the earth and played a central role in the classical Greek world. Visit the archaeological site and the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle. In the afternoon departure to central Greece and to the cities of Lamía (short stop), Tríkala crossing the Thessaly plain, to Kalambaka, a small city built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks, and crowned by the monasteries of Meteora.
Overnight in Kalambaka.
Day 3 : KALAMBAKA – ATHENS (355 km - 4hrs)
Location: Meteora, Thermopylae, Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel. Morning departure to Meteora for a tour of the clifftop monasteries and visit two different monasteries built on top of rock towers, offering fantastic views of the plain. Meteora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The monasteries are perched atop sandstone towers, which for centuries provided totally inaccessible retreats for monks. Meteora is considered one of the best areas of mainland Greece and its monasteries are one of the most unique attractions in the country. On your return you can optionally visit a factory of Byzantine-style icons. Return to Athens passing by the heroic monument of Leonidas of Sparta in Thermopyles (short stop for photos).
Overnight in Athens.
Day 4 : ATHENS – CAPE SOUNION – ATHENS
Location: Athens, Cape Sounion
Accommodation Name: Hotel Jason Inn or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and a free morning. In the afternoon drive along the coastal road, passing the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza to the most Southern point of Attica, Cape Sounion, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand. On the way, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf and the little islands offshore. After visiting the Temple of Poseidon, you have time to walk at leisure on the rocky promontory of Sounion.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 5 : DEPARTURE ATHENS
Location: Athens, Acropolis, Panathinaiko Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Acropolis Museum
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at your hotel. Today participate at the Athens city tour which gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Discover the secrets of Athens, including its famous Acropolis on your sightseeing tour. The half-day tour of Athens begins with a photo stop at the Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built of white marble. We will continue, passing through the Zappeion and Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then pass through the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Passing next, through the National Garden, Hadrian's Arch, St. Paul's Church, the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Schliemann House (Numismatic Museum), the 4 Catholic Cathedral, the old Parliament, Constitution Square, the Russian Orthodox Church, and finally the ACROPOLIS (visit Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, Erechtheum with its maiden porch). Your knowledgeable guide will continue your Athens sightseeing tour and museum tour with a leisurely stroll past the Theaters of Herod and Dionysus to visit the ACROPOLIS museum. You will be impressed by the main attractions like votives, artifacts from everyday life, statues from the archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon hall with the metopes, pediments and frieze. After the tour, return at the hotel to pick up luggage and transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Approx. arrival time at the airport 16:00 pm. Book your travel arrangements accordingly, or book an additional night in Athens (not included)
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with Spanish-speaking local guides during the activities.
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Transport
Air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour and inbound/outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International Airport).
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Delphi Site and two Meteora Monasteries, Cape Sounio, Acropolis Site and Acropolis Museum.
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Other
Meet & Greet service.
What's Not Included
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Entrance to Delphi Museum
Entrance to Delphi museum is not included.
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International Flights
International flight tickets are not included.
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Airport Taxes
Airport taxes for international flights are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for driver and guide are not included.
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Porterage
Airport and hotel porterage are not included.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours are not included.
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme are not included.
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Climate Change Resilience Fee
Clients will have to pay the Climate Change Resilience Fee on the spot at the hotels.
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Additional Transfers
Inbound/outbound airport transfers are included only as part of the package or if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise, additional transfers should be purchased separately.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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Please Note
- Day 5: Estimated arrival time at the airport is 04:00 pm. Please book the departing flight accordingly (or book an additional night)
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Greece, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour, including inbound and outbound transfers from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in Athens.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights of comfortable accommodation with options ranging from standard 3-star hotels like Hotel Jason Inn in Athens and Hotel Orfeas in Kalambaka, to superior 4-star hotels such as Hotel Fresh and Hotel Amalia Kalambaka.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 3 and 4 Athens:
- Standard hotel category = Hotel Jason Inn or similar 3*
- Superior hotel category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 2 Kalambaka:
- Standard hotel category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
- Superior hotel category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What language will the tour guide speak during the activities?
The tour will be operated with Spanish-speaking local guides during the activities.
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes air-conditioned shared transportation throughout, as well as inbound and outbound transfers from/to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in Athens.
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Are entrance fees included in the tour package?
Yes, all entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as those for the Delphi Site, two Meteora Monasteries, Cape Sounio, Acropolis Site, and Acropolis Museum.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner on Day 2.
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What is the accommodation arrangement during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights' accommodation. In Athens, you can stay at Hotel Jason Inn or similar for the standard category, and Hotel Fresh or similar for the superior category. In Kalambaka, the options are Hotel Orfeas or similar for the standard category, and Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar for the superior category. ...more ...less
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Highlights of the tour include visiting the Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Delphi, and the Meteora monasteries.
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Is there a meet and greet service included in the tour?
Yes, a meet and greet service is included in the tour package.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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Terms and Conditions
Dreaming of Classical Greece, Spanish-speaking guide
5 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Syntagma Square, Athens, Kolonaki, Athens, Ermou Street, Athens, Plaka, Athens, Delphi, Lamia, Trikala, Kalambaka, Meteora, Thermopylae, Cape Sounion, Acropolis, Panathinaiko Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Acropolis Museum ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
400927
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
Tour operated in:
, SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, History, Religion and Spiritual, Ruins-Archaeology
