3-Day Tour: Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio, Delphi, Meteora With 4* Hotel Included

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Peloponnese - Argolis Region⌄

   After your private pickup in Athens, drive by the Saronic Gulf and enjoy the sea views on your way. In about 1 hour you will reach the Corinth Canal. Gaze the Corinth Canal that was initially proposed in classical times and a failed effort was made to build it in the 1st century AD. Great photos here before you continue your trip.

   After, the Corinth Canal, into the Peloponnese to the atmospheric hilltop ruins of Mycenae, a fortified city from the second millennium BC. See the famous Lion’s Gate, Tomb of Agamemnon and Palace.

   Continue to another archaeological treasure, Epidaurus. Pick your way around the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Asklipios and ogle the age-old theater, a wonder of ancient architecture.

   Discover charming Nafplio, the first capital of Greece and one of the most beautiful and romantic cities of Greece. Walk in its picturesque alleys, learn its fascinating history and taste delightful traditional dishes. It is a picturesque town with Venetian architecture.

   Overnight: Overnight at Boutique Hotel. Breakfast, WiFi is included.

2. 2Delphi Area⌄

   After the homemade breakfast start your trip to Delphi. As you ascent Mt. Parnassos, reach Delphi and take a walk to Delphi Archaeological site, A Unesco World Heritage monument, nature at its grandest and the famous oracle. The gods still reign over Delphi. In Delphi the harmony that bound men and their gods is still apparent. Photographs cannot do justice to the grandeur and serenity of the setting. Tour the ruins and shed light on the site’s oracle, an ancient priestess who conveyed messages from the god Apollo. Admire the Temple of Apollo and other monuments, and then visit the Archaeological Museum to view its artifacts, including the Charioteer of Delphi and Sphinx of Naxos. After the historical journey, visit a nearby traditional family owned restaurant with breathtaking views of the sea and taste local delicacies.

   After a great meal is time for a Greek coffee! Visit Arachova, a town known for its colored carpets and picturesque village views. Also is a popular destination for Athenians in the Winter as the Ski resort is close by. Walk around this popular village and have a coffee or tea at the small cozy cafes.

   Overnight: Overnight at a boutique Hotel either in Delphi Village or Arachova. Breakfast and Wifi are included.

3. 3Meteora Rocks⌄

   Next morning, its time to visit Meteora Monasteries. Meteora means "middle of the sky", and with their exalted heights and almost mystical inaccessibility, the Metéora monasteries seem to soar towards heaven and reflect the human striving for holiness. After the fascinating tour of at least the 3 most accessible monasteries, you can enjoy a delightful lunch with Greek traditional dishes and “Mezedes” in the picturesque Kastraki village or downtown Kalampaka city.

   On your way back to Athens, stop at Thermopylae, where one of most epic battles of all times took place. 300 Spartans faced the Persian army and stopped them for 2 days. See the battlefield and the statue of King Leonidas.