Complete Greece – 7 nights – 8 days

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: ATHENS

Welcome to the capital city: Athens! We’ll  transfer  you to the hotel, and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception. 

Day 2: ATHENS

We´ll embark on a city tour of Athens  with a local guide, visiting landmarks such as the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the National Library, and the bustling squares of the city center. We´ll also explore the newer neighborhoods that developed after the 2004 Olympic Games. The tour will conclude at the Acropolis (admission not included). In the evening, we´ll provide a transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, renowned for its charming Greek tavernas and opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich folklore of this country. 

Day 3: ATHENS - KAMENA VOURLA - KALAMBAKA

We’ll depart early in the morning towards northern Greece, stopping at  Kamena Vourla, a charming seaside tourist hub surrounded by stunning landscapes. We´ll then proceed north, stopping at the  Thermopylae Mountain Pass, the historic site of the famous battle. Next, we´ll visit  Kastraki, a picturesque village with beautiful views of the entire valley, where you´ll have free time for lunch. Afterward, we´ll explore the  Meteora, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admission to one of its renowned  monasteries  is included. Dinner  will be provided in  Kalabaka. 

Day 4: KALAMBAKA - DELPHI - ATHENS

We’ll journey south through the Thessaly region, where you’ll experience stunning landscapes, before reaching  Delphi. Here, we´ll explore the exquisite  archaeological site  overlooking the Gulf of Corinth, with breathtaking views. There will be time for lunch. Following that, we´ll head to the Hosios Loukas Monastery, renowned as one of the most beautiful Byzantine monasteries in Greece and a World Heritage Site. Its magnificent 11th-century mosaics are truly remarkable. We´ll then continue our journey towards  Athens, arriving in the evening. 

Day 5: ATHENS - CORINTH - POROS - EPIDAURUS - NAFPLIO

After breakfast, we set out for the PELOPONNESE PENINSULA, renowned for its history, landscapes, picturesque towns, and archaeological sites. We make a brief stop at the  CORINTH CANAL, which links the Aegean Sea with the Ionian and is famous for its impressive rock walls. 
 
Next, we visit one of the most charming islands near the Peloponnese. From the small port of Galatas, we  take a ferry  that brings us in just 15 minutes to the island of Poros, a delightful destination full of tourist life, with old houses climbing up to the Clock Tower. Free time to stroll and have lunch. 

After lunch, we return to the mainland and travel through beautiful hilly landscapes to the ancient  Theater of Epidaurus (admission included), where we’ll have time to explore this magnificently preserved structure. Built 2,400 years ago, with a capacity of up to 14,000 spectators, it is still in use today. 
 
We then continue to  NAFPLIO, a charming coastal city dominated by its citadel and Venetian fortress. Free time to stroll. Dinner included.

Day 6: NAFPLIO - TRIPOLI - OLYMPIA - PATRAS

We´ll journey across the mountains of the Peloponnese hinterland to  Tripoli, the capital of the Arcadia region. There will be free time to explore Areos Square with its cafes and restaurants. Afterward, we´ll continue to  Olympia, where we´ll visit the Archaeological Site (ticket and guided tour included). This is where the first Olympic Games were held in 776 BC, attracting athletes from across Greece and its colonies. The most impressive landmarks here include the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Gymnasium, and the Arena. Our next destination will be  Patras, Greece’s third-largest city. It´s a bustling port city overlooked by a medieval fortress, home to Greece´s largest cathedral, a significant pilgrimage site, and the nearby old church of St. Andrew.  Dinner will be included. 

Day 7: PATRAS - NAFPAKTOS - MYCENAE - ACROCORINTH - ATHENS

After breakfast, we’ll cross the Rio-Antirrio bridge, a spectacular cable-stayed bridge that connects the Peloponnese with the Greek mainland. Our first stop is  Nafpaktos, located on the Gulf of Corinth. Its Venetian fortress overlooking the city is a reminder of its historical significance as Lepanto, where the Christian and Turkish fleets clashed in battle—a conflict during which the famous Cervantes lost his arm. You’ll have free time to stroll around its picturesque harbor and explore the beautiful old town. Continuing along the Gulf of Corinth, we’ll reach  Mycenae, a colossal  citadel  dating back to the 18th century BC, considered the cradle of European civilization (admission included). Enjoy free time for lunch and to explore the site. Next, we’ll visit the imposing  Fortress of Acrocorinth  (tickets included), where the remains of an ancient temple of Aphrodite stand on the highest point of the settlement. We’ll then continue our journey, making a brief stop at the Corinth Canal. We’ll arrive in  Athens  in the evening. 

Day 8: ATHENS

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.