A 10-Day Grand Tour Through Ancient Greece

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Ancient Greece Grand Tour 10 Days – Mainland Highlights

This Ancient Greece Grand Tour 10 Days itinerary takes you through the most iconic monuments, sacred sites, and historic cities of mainland Greece, from Athens and Olympia to Delphi, Meteora, and Thessaloniki.

Discover Greece’s most legendary monuments and historic cities in one seamless ancient greece grand tour 10 days itinerary.

From the Acropolis of Athens and the birthplace of the Olympic Games to the monasteries of Meteora and the vibrant spirit of Thessaloniki, this journey blends mythology, culture, and comfort with expert guidance.

📌 Short Program Description – Ancient Greece Grand Tour 10 Days

• Day 1: Arrival in Athens – Airport pick-up transfer & hotel check-in
• Day 2: Athens City Tour – Acropolis Hill & Acropolis Museum – Free afternoon
• Day 3: Athens → Corinth Canal → Epidaurus → Nafplion → Mycenae → Olympia
• Day 4: Olympia → Delphi – Visit Ancient Olympia
• Day 5: Delphi → Kalambaka – Visit Delphi
• Day 6: Kalambaka → Meteora → Thessaloniki – Visit Meteora
• Day 7: Thessaloniki City Tour – Free afternoon
• Day 8: Visit Edessa, Aristotle’s School, Vergina & Veria
• Day 9: Thessaloniki → Pella → Dion → Athens
• Day 10: Departure from Athens – Transfer to port/airport

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Daily departures available on selected dates. Custom add-ons available upon request.

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🗺️ Ancient Greece Grand Tour 10 Days – Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Athens ✈️

Arrival at Athens airport, welcome assistance and private transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

Day 2 – Athens City Tour 🏛️

The day is dedicated to exploring Athens. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city’s landmarks,
followed by a guided visit to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum.
Afternoon at leisure for Plaka and shopping on Ermou street.

Day 3 – Corinth Canal • Epidaurus • Nafplion • Mycenae → Olympia

After breakfast, depart towards the Peloponnese. First stop will be at the impressive Corinth Canal.

Continue to Epidaurus (famous theatre), a short stop in Nafplion, then visit Mycenae with the Lion’s Gate and the Tomb of Agamemnon.
Arrive in Olympia for dinner and overnight.

Day 4 – Ancient Olympia → Delphi 🏺

Explore the Ancient Olympia complex (home of the original Olympic Games), including the Temple of Zeus and Phidias’s Workshop,
then visit the archaeological museum. Continue north to Delphi for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 – Delphi → Kalambaka 🔮

Visit Delphi, once considered the center of the world. Walk the Sacred Way, see the Sanctuary of Apollo,
and explore the museum with the famous Charioteer. Continue through central Greece to Kalambaka for dinner and overnight.

Day 6 – Meteora → Thessaloniki ⛪

Morning visit to the spectacular monasteries of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Continue north through Thessaly and the Valley of Tempi, passing under Mount Olympus, to Thessaloniki for dinner and overnight.

Day 7 – Thessaloniki City Tour 🏙️

Morning guided exploration of Thessaloniki’s landmarks and Byzantine heritage, including visits to characteristic churches
and the Museum of Byzantine Culture. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 8 – Edessa • Aristotle’s School • Vergina • Veria 🏛️

Discover Macedonia’s highlights: Edessa waterfalls, Aristotle’s School, Vergina’s Royal Tombs (including Philip II),
and Veria with the Bema of St. Paul. Return to Thessaloniki for dinner and overnight.

Day 9 – Pella • Dion → Athens 🛤️

Visit Pella (birthplace of Alexander the Great) and its museum, then Dion archaeological park at the foot of Mount Olympus.
Photo stop at Thermopylae (Leonidas statue) before arriving in Athens in the evening. Overnight in Athens.

Day 10 – Departure from Athens ✈️

Breakfast and private transfer to the airport (or port) for your departure.
No other services are included on the final day. Optional add-ons available upon request.

✨ A Personal Touch

ℹ️ Additional Information

• 🚗 Transfers: Private transfers with an English-speaking driver (where applicable).
• 🏨 Hotels: First Class (4*) including breakfast. 3* and 5* options available on request.
• ➕ Extra nights: Available on request before booking.
• 👥 Tour style: Typically group-based up to 40. Private options available on request.

📅 Schedule / Prices – Ancient Greece Grand Tour 10 Days

Period: On selected departures from May to September (see rates table below).
All prices are per person in Euro.
Rates are guaranteed for confirmed bookings up to 50 days before departure. For requests within 50 days, prices are subject to change depending on availability.

🏨 4* Hotel List (Indicative)

The hotels below are indicative and may change depending on availability.

Athens

• Athens Tiare Hotel
• Polis Grand Hotel
• The Athenian Callirhoe Exclusive Hotel
• Airotel Parthenon
• Brown Acropol

✅ What’s Included in the Ancient Greece Grand Tour 10 Days

• Accommodation on BB, 3 nights in Athens
• Athens city tour with Acropolis and Acropolis Museum on Seat-In-Coach (SIC) with English-speaking guide
• The 7-day Grand Tour of Greece on Seat-In-Coach (SIC), on half-board basis (breakfast & dinner)
• All transfers
• Meet & Greet service for tour briefing and orientation by an English-speaking representative
• All entrance/admission fees to sites and museums
• All taxes

❌ What’s Not Included in the Ancient Greece Grand Tour 10 Days

• Any meals other than those mentioned above
• Any drinks during included meals
• Any tips
• Any porterage at hotels
• All personal expenses
• Everything not specifically mentioned in the “Included” section
• “Overnight stay” tax (paid locally by guests)

ℹ️ Notes

• An “overnight stay” tax applies to all accommodations in Greece and is paid locally by guests.
• Any special request for an upgrade is subject to availability and may require an extra cost.
• Entrance fees may change by the Greek authorities; prices will be adjusted accordingly if needed.
• Rates include VAT 24%. If VAT changes, prices will be adjusted.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this tour fully guided?

Yes. This is a guided multi-day mainland tour on a shared basis (SIC), including licensed English-speaking guides during all scheduled sightseeing activities.

Can I customize or extend this 10-day Greece itinerary?

Absolutely. This itinerary can be customized with extra nights, hotel upgrades, private tours, or extensions to the Greek islands upon request before booking.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. All entrance and admission fees to archaeological sites and museums mentioned in the itinerary are included in the tour price.

What type of accommodation is included?

The tour includes First Class (4★) hotels with daily breakfast. Tourist Class (3★) and Superior Class (5★) hotel options are available upon request.

Is the Corinth Canal visit included?

Yes, the panoramic stop at the Corinth Canal is included in the itinerary. An optional glass-bottom cruise through the canal can be added for a more immersive experience.

How demanding is this tour physically?

The itinerary involves moderate walking at archaeological sites and city centers. It is suitable for travelers with a reasonable level of mobility.

Are transfers included throughout the tour?

Yes. All transfers mentioned in the itinerary are included, including airport transfers and transportation during the guided mainland tour.

When is the best time to take this tour?

The best period is from May to September, when weather conditions are ideal for sightseeing across mainland Greece and Northern regions.