TOURS : Daily
Travel period: 01 November 2024 – 31 March 2025
Tour Description
Day 1 – Athens
Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Athens. Balance of the day at leisure.
If time permits depending on your arrival time to Athens, you may enjoy one of our optional tours. (Cape Sounion or Athens By Night Tour with Traditional Greek show).
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 – Athens
After breakfast, pick up for our Athens Sightseeing Tour. Our Athens Half Day Tour begins with a panoramic drive around Syntagma square, passing by many sightseeing hot spots such as National Garden, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Catholic Cathedral and Schliemann’s House. We will then drive past the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Our licensed guide will make you feel as if you are experiencing firsthand Athens’s old and new history as you look at these stately buildings. We continue for a photo stop at Panathenaic Stadium, otherwise known as Kallimarmaro Stadium, where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. As we proceed, we pass by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Last but not least, we make our way to the archaeological site of Acropolis, an UNESCO’S world heritage monument and we visit Propylae, as well as the small Temple of Athena Nike. Of course, our visit shall not be completed without the Parthenon and Erechtheion. The expert guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour continues with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the New Acropolis Museum. With this Athens half day tour you will enjoy one of the top UNESCO’S world heritage monuments. At the end of our tour, return back to our hotel.
Balance of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 3 – Athens – Delphi – Arachova
After breakfast, pick up from hotel for your one day tour to Delphi in order to explore one of the most famous archaeological sites in Greece. Along our way from Athens to Delphi, we pass by the plain of Boeotia, one of the most important agricultural centers in Greece, as well as by the city of Thebes, the birthplace of King Oedipus.
Delphi is known as the navel of the world in ancient times. We walk by Castalia Spring, visit the archaeological site and view the monument of the Argive Kings, the treasury of the Athenians, the Athenian Stoa, the Polygonal Wall, the monument of Platea and of course, the Temple of Apollo, famous for its oracle. We also visit Delphi museum, whose spectacular exhibits include the frieze of the Treasury of the Sifnians, the Naxian Sphinx, the Statue of Antinoos, the metopes of the Athenian treasury, the famous bronze Charioteer, originally created to commemorate a victory during the 476 B.C. Pythian Games, and many other artifacts.
After our visit to Delphi, we drive towards traditional town of Arachova.
Overnight in Arachova town.
Day 4 – Arachova
After breakfast, enjoy your day at the traditional town of Arachova.
Nestled on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, Arachova is a picturesque mountain town just a 2-hour drive from Athens, offering stunning views along the way. Known as the “Mykonos of winter,” it combines traditional charm with a lively atmosphere.
During your free day, explore its charming stone-paved streets, visit the Byzantine church of Agios Georgios, and soak in the breathtaking views from the Clock Tower. For adventure seekers, a hike on the nearby trails is just perfect or venture to the nearby Parnassos ski center.
For a more relaxed day, discover local artisan shops selling handwoven textiles and unique souvenirs, or enjoy a cozy afternoon at a café overlooking the valley. Don’t forget to sample local specialties like formaela cheese and honey, making your visit truly unforgettable.
Overnight in Arachova town.
Day 5 – Winter Ski Option – Full day to a Ski Center
Once snow appears on Greek mountains, get ready for a full day of snow experience.
Wax your skis and travel fast on the highest mountains in Greece. In the beautiful surroundings of a national park you can glide down icy mountain slopes where Greek mythology was created. As the lift carries you to your favorite run, take in views of majestic mountain capes.
Even if you’re not hitting the slopes, a ski center offers plenty of ways to unwind, from cozying up by the fire in a charming chalet to indulging in traditional cuisine at the local mountain restaurants. You can also explore scenic winter trails, take in breathtaking alpine views, or pamper yourself with a soothing spa experience, if available.
Alternatively, you can explore the picturesque Arachova town and its surroundings once again.
After a day full of snow, return to Athens.
Overnight in Athens.
*Available only during winter months and provided that ski centers are open and operating properly
Day 6 – Departure from Athens
Breakfast at the hotel, morning at leisure for your last-minute shopping or strolling down the streets of Athens.
Depending on your international departure flight, transfer to Athens International Airport.
Included
- 3 Nights Athens hotel accommodation (3*/4*/5*)
- 2 Nights Arachova hotel accommodation (3*/4*)
- Daily Breakfast
- Half day Athens Sightseeing tour, including the Acropolis site and the Museum of Acropolis (entrance fees included) with transport from/to hotel
- Half Day Delphi Sightseeing tour, with professional guide and transport from/to hotel
- Transfers to/from Arachova to/from Parnassos Ski Center (weather permitted)
- Private transfers in Athens, from/to airport with professional driver
- FREE farewell gift (souvenir from Greece)
- FREE welcome package, incl. maps and brochures of the destinations
- FREE travel waist bag for your personal items
- FREE Public Liability Insurance by our office
- FREE data SIM (or eSim) for your mobile
- 24/7 travel support during the whole stay in Greece
- All taxes
NOT Incuded
- International and Domestic flights
- Other optional tours
- Other transfers
- Meals or Beverages
- Climate Resilience Tax (to be paid directly to hotel)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Any personal expenses
Notes
- In case of an increase in the VAT or other taxes, including entrance fees, rates are subject to change without prior notice.
- Rates may change during special periods such as Authentic Marathon dates, Christmas, New Year, Easter, International Congresses, Conventions and Fairs.
- We would like to inform you that guests shall be required to pay directly to the hotel a “Climate Resilience Tax”, per overnight, per room. This tax goes directly to the state and the Hotel and/or travel agents have no interference. Hotel guests shall be requested to pay the Climate Resilience Tax directly to the hotel and is not included in our offers.