Wonders of Greece - 9 Days / 8 Nights

Athens - 4Day Classical Tour - Hydra - Poros - Aegina


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Day 1 : Athens (B)

Welcome to Athens!! You are met at the airport by our friendly representative and transferred to your hotel where there is time to settle in and relax. Your first arrival, Athens, has been known for its mystique and ancient archeological remains. Thanks to its rich morphology Athens has plenty of places where you can admire stunning panoramic views of the city. Let yourself be captivated by the Athenian cityscape where the old meets the new and the result is astonishing. Overnight at Athens.

Day 2 : Athens (B)

After Breakfast , proceed for your morning sightseeing tour to discover the glories and the rich heritage and observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city during. Our expert guides will help you explore the Acropolis. The newly built Acropolis Museum is a must see spot as part of your Athenian historical exploration, where you will admire the wonders of the classical era. Overnight at Athens.

Day 3 : Athens / Epidaurus / Mycenae / Nauplion / Olympia (B,D)

After breakfast our bus will pick you up for the 4 days Classical tour of Greece. Arriving to Corinth we will make a short stop to enjoy a wonderful view of the canal and continue our trip to one of the most important and beautiful archaeological sites in Greece, the ancient theatre of Epidaurus, renowned for its acoustics and where significant cultural events are held every summer. Our next short stop will be the first capital of Greece, Nafplion, where you will have the opportunity to take some charming pictures of the city with the two fortresses looming above the rooftops of the buildings of the old town. During our stop in the ancient city of Mycenae we will visit the Archeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon and then we will depart for Olympia . Arriving in Olympia we will have dinner at the hotel and overnight stay at Olympia.

Day 4 : Olympia / Delphi (B,D)

Located on the western side of the Peloponnese, the ancient site of Olympia has a special meaning to the history of Greece. It was the birth place of the Olympic Games, and each year, the Olympic flame starts its journey to the host country from here. The archaeological site of Olympia is truly fascinating, and here you can walk around the site, and step back in time. After the visit to the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, and the Archaeological Museum we will then continue our drive, traveling through the plains of Eliad and Achaia until we reach the magnificent bridge crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Passing by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, we arrive in Delphi, where we have dinner and spend the night. Overnight at Delphi.

Day 5 : Delphi / Kalambaka (B,D)

After breakfast we will continue exploring Delphi which was believed to be the centre of the earth and was the most important religious centre of ancient Greece.  We’ll visit Castalia Spring and the main archaeological site the Temple of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians, the Theatre, the Stadium and the Museum with the famous statue of Antinoos and the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dated from 475 B.C and the famous athlete Aghias and then continue our journey through central Greece. Gaze out of your window as you cross the Thessalian plains, passing the pretty towns of Amphissa, Lamia and Trikala, and then arrive at your Kalambaka hotel in the early evening. Dinner in your hotel and overnight stay at Kalambaka.

Day 6 : Meteora / Athens (B)

Savor breakfast in your hotel, and then travel to Meteora. The UNESCO World Heritage site is home to more than 20 rock monasteries, either perched precariously on top of Meteora’s towering sandstone cliffs or built into the cliffs themselves inside naturally formed caves. In the 4 hour travel back to Athens you will have the opportunity to stop in the coastal town of Thermopylae, near Lamia and learn about Thermoplylae’s historical battle between the Greek Spartans and Persians. Arrival in Athens early in the afternoon. Overnight at Athens.

Day 7 : Athens / Hydra (B)

After the breakfast pick up from the hotel to the port to embark the cruise ship for a joyful cruise at the islands of the Saronic Gulf. As the cruise ship will approach Hydra you will be amazed of its scenic location in a deep harbor, with whitewashed houses rising on the hills on both sides from an azure blue sea. During stay in Hydra you can walk along the waterfront, the heart of the town which encounters monuments, churches, canons, museums, old mansions, statues of famous heroes, the old gunpowder store, shops and cafes, while picturesque winding streets lead you to neighborhoods located at the upper part of the town, as well as to the old neighborhood of Kiafas. You will be amazed by the island’s traditional “vehicle” the saddled donkeys. Overnight stay in Hydra.

Day 8 : Hydra / Poros / Aegina / athens (B)

Morning at leisure do not miss the opportunity to visit Hydra Museum. A small but reasonably well-presented museum on the seafaring ways of the Hydriots and their disproportionate contributions to Greece's many wars. 12.50 is time to embark at the cruise ship for the next two stops Poros and Aegina. Arriving in Poros you will find the opportunity to shop and stroll around the Lemon Forest, a verdant hill with more than 30,000 lemon and orange trees. Enjoy the rest of the cruise and get ready to explore the largest of the three islands, Aegina. On our way back a traditional Greek folk show with singers and dancers will entertain you up to the final moment as the ship arrives in Athens ending this day with unforgettable moments. You will be transferred at the hotel where you will have time to relax. Overnight at Athens.

Day 9 : Departure

According to your flight departure time, you will be transferred to Athens airport to get the flight back carrying in your ´´luggage´´ the wonderful memories of Greek Attractions

  • 4 Nights hotel accommodation in Athens
  • 1 Night hotel accommodation in Hydra
  • 1 Night hotel accommodation in Olympia
  • 1 Night hotel accommodation in Delphi
  • 1 Night hotel accommodation in Kalambaka
  • Half Day Athens sightseeing tour * regular tour
  • 4 day Classical tour of Greece - regular tour
  • One day cruise to Hydra - Poros - Aegina with lunch
  • Entrance fees during the guided tours
  • All Transfers private basis
  • Hotel taxes

* Mondays city tour is without Acropolis Museum

  • International Airfare
  • Meals, Tips, Porterage, Cost of Optional Tours and any other expense of personal nature
  • Visa charges
  • Service Tax of 3.09% payable to Govt of India
  • Cost of foreign exchange for personal use
Person
Price
Single Occupancy
Rupee 90,000
Twin / Triple Sharing
Rupee 65,000
Child with Bed
Rupee 61,000
Place
Hotel Names
Athens
Parthenon or Sim
Hydra
Angelica s or Sim
Olympia
Europa or Sim
Delphi
Amalia or Sim
Kalambaka
Amalia or Sim
Organization

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Important Notes :

Our packages are individual services and not groups and circuits closed with guides. Only during the regular excursion included in the package the passengers will be guided with a group.

The order of events and places visited can change from the original program due to weather or operational problems and holidays in each country and city, possibility of transport, museums, shows, etc., can change their usual schedules and remain closed without notice.

Services

Air Transport

The packages do not include the price of air transport, unless otherwise mentioned, in “The Package includes”. Airline tickets, when included is issued with the unique contract between the passenger and the air company. The air company is not responsible in any event if the passenger is not on board.

Transfers

As specified in the itinerary, including transport by taxi or minivan or Coach and assistance in most routes. The arrival and departure transfers of packages are made based on dates as per the booking . In the case of loss of connection or last minute changes, the passenger must contact directly and immediately Holidays4u for modification of time of your arrival transfer (two hours before of the time entered) under penalty of losing this service as no show. If client has lost luggage on arrival at the airport, we request to inform one of our representatives (assistant or driver) to wait at the airport. People with special conditions shall notify this request for an appropriate transfer.

Hotels

All hotels offered in our packages were selected between the best of each category and include daily breakfast and taxes. If availability does not exist for a specific hotel mentioned, similar hotels will be used. If guests want a specific hotel, in another location and different from those used in the packages, you can request during the booking and the confirmation is subject to availability and appropriate supplement.

Keeping in mind the itinerary, we take great care to select the locations of hotels, which are chosen both for their comfort and value for money. Due to conventions and trade fairs, etc in the cities the hotels may be blocked out more than 2 years in advance. In view of this, you may have to stay in hotels further away from the cities and itineraries may have to be amended / altered. All hotels are twin bedded (in Europe) and in keeping with European standards are comparatively small. Single rooms are much smaller than twin-bedded rooms. General check in time is usually 2 p.m. and check out time is usually 12 Noon ., early check-in and late check-out is subject to availability unless pre-paid and booked in advance.

Any damage caused to the hotel property by you will have to be paid by you directly to the hotel and we would not be responsible and / or liable for the same.

“All clients will be expected to pay a deposit to the hotels, as per hotel policy upon check in. This is mainly for extras/damages etc. Should there be no costs involved; the same will be refunded to the client. Suggest not to pay deposit by debit or credit cards. This policy cannot be waived & must be complied by all clients ”

Accomodation

On Double occupancy, double beds in hotel rooms are not subject to confirmation, only offered to the guests subject to availability on the day of check in. On triple occupancy, mostly, is made from the double room with an additional bed. A double room has a queen-size bed and a twin room has two separate beds. Requests for double rooms will be subject to availability and in cases when a double is not available, we will provide you with a twin room. We recommend a maximum of only three persons in one room. Triple rooms are usually no larger than twin rooms and the third bed is often a rollaway bed or cot placed in a twin room. Modern facilities such as attached toilets with showers / bathtubs are provided. The prices for single occupancy is for individual rooms.

Cruises

All cruise itineraries, prices and ships are subject to change without prior notice by shipping companies. The conditions and specific information of shipping companies responsible for cruises can be found on their own brochures or websites. Due to variation of fuel prices during the year an additional surcharge for fuel on the packages may apply, this information will be notified in due time. If you have any doubt or require additional information, please, consult our Holiday Experts.

Tours & Sightseeing

The tours include air conditioned coach and professional guides in English . All tours and excursions for cruises as well as excursions not mentioned in “Package includes” are not included in the packages being optional.

Meals

As specified in the descriptions of the routes. Services described in the “Packages includes” containing “Lunch and Dinner ” . Meal coupons will be provide which can be redeemed at our partner restaurants . In the event , the reservation is made under the guest name in Restaurants – Coupons will not be provided.

Policy

Prices

All prices are subject to change without prior notification, due to increase by hotels and operators, shipping companies, exchange fluctuation or fuel surcharges.

Not Included in the Package Price

Airline tickets and airport taxes (except those which are specified), costs of passports and visas, laundry services, phone calls, beverages, meals not indicated in the itinerary, tips any type, personal costs, baggage excess and its transfer, optional tours and excursions during the cruise and anything that is not mentioned in specific package.

Deposits & Final Payment

A mandatory deposit of 10,000 per person, per package (which will not be refunded) or full payment if the value is less than 30,000 in the booking. The rest of payment shall be 21 days prior to arrival. Booking made less than 21 days prior to guest arrival, must have full payment.

Children’s Discount

Children’s discounts will be available upon request.

Cancellations / Refunds

All cancellations must be made in writing and will be answered within 24 hours of receipt by our operator. A reservation should be considered cancelled only after receiving our confirmation of such cancellation. If a cancellation is received less than 60 days prior to the arrival of guest, the cancellation expenses will be charged according to the following table:

Days
Price
60 - 45 days before arrival
10% of total price
44 - 30 days before arrival
25% of total price
29 - 15 days before arrival
50% of total price
14 - 08 days before arrival:
75% of total price
07 - 00 days or if have no show of passenger
100% of total price
 

There will be no refund for unused services or changes in itineraries made by passengers without permission. During the performance of Tour, the guest must contact and request changes of the reservation directly with the local agent representative.

Baggage

Passenger shall be fully responsible for their luggage and personal belongings during the course of the trip. Regarding to land transport, luggage and other personal belongings should be kept with you, whatever part of the vehicle that will be placed and will be transported at the risk of the user. Baggage on air transport, rail, sea or driving, conditions of transport companies will apply, being the ticket passage, the document binds the mentioned companies to the passenger. If client suffer any baggage damage, loss or delay, the passenger must present a claim against the Transport Company. For transport of large volumes of luggage such as bicycles, surfboards, etc, a supplement will apply (please consult). The tour packages in tourist class can have a piece of 20kg in air transport. The company may charge a supplement or can refuse baggage that exceed this weight or parts. Recommended not to store valuables, medication, passport, documents or money inside baggage. If you want to have this procedure, make a statement before travelling.

Tips / Taxes / Tickets

Tickets to museums and sites during excursions are included. Not included any kind of tip, and the tips are at your discretion.

Travel Documents

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Health Requirements

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Travel Insurance

Our packages do not include travel insurance, for this to protect your investment, we recommend for you to purchase full travel insure that will cover the entire cost of your trip in case cancellation, trip interruption for any reason, etc. The best insurance for you can be indicated by your travel agent.

Personal Attention

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