This is Greece! History, Land & Sea
11 Nights, 12 Days
Starting At
$3499 CAD per person
***Pricings are based on double occupancy***
*All package items and prices are subject to change due to provider and supplier changes and availability, unforeseen travel conditions, cancellations and culpability.
**All prices in trip specified currency with taxes included for overseas trips.
***Trip fees include all breakfast where specified and applicable, hotels & accommodations, in-country transportation, scheduled tours and activities (unless otherwise specified), local taxes but do not include flights costs to and from trip location, lunches, dinners & beverage (unless otherwise specified), other personal entrance fees & transportation, transportation to and from airport and hotels & accommodations.
Inclusions
Hotel Inclusions:
- 2 nights in Athens, Double room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- 3 nights in Hydra, Double Room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- 3 nights in Spetses, Double Room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- 3 nights in Nafplio, Double Room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- All breakfasts daily
Transportation Inclusions:
- All private transfers with luxury vehicles
- Ferry tickets from Athens to Hydra, from Hydra to Spetses and from Spetses to Costa Peloponnese
Tour Inclusions & Other:
- Athens: Shared Mythology Tour
- Hydra: Shared Island Tour
- Spetses: Shared Bike Tour
- Nafplio: Private City Tour/Private Coastal Hiking Tour
- All taxes & VAT
- 24/07 support
Itinerary
DAY 1: Athens
Upon arrival at Athens airport, your private transfer will meet you and escort you to your luxurious accommodations in the heart of the city to relax and recover from your flight. Rest of the day will be at your leisure to enjoy the sites and sounds of Athens. There is a lot to do and see in Athens as the ancient center is easy to get around.
DAY 2: Athens
Join our Athens Mythological tour & get to the heart of the ancient world by exploring Athens’ landmark sites through timeless myths. Uncover fascinating stories from ancient Greek mythology, decode their meaning and the real-life events hidden behind them! After breakfast, you will be met by your guide, who will take you on a walking tour of the Athens highlights such as the Acropolis (The Parthenon, theater of Dionysus, Temple of Athena Nike, Temple of Erechtheion, and the Sanctuary of Asclepius), Olympian Zeus’ temple, the Ancient Agora and the temple of Hephaestus. Alongside an entertaining guide, visit major landmarks and listen to the captivating myths that surround each stop. Hear tales that combine myth, legend and historical fact; and gain valuable insight into the culture of modern and ancient Greece on this educational tour.
DAY 3: Athens to Hydra
After breakfast you will be transferred to Piraeus port
to catch your ferry heading to Hydra island. Upon
arrival get to your hotel, located within walking
distance from the port. Stroll around the island for the next 3 days, get impressed by its architecture and taste local delicacies in one of the local taverns. Still largely undiscovered by tourists, you’ll be astonished by its virgin landscape, splendid neoclassical mansions and rich history. Having been a filming location of “A girl in black” and “Boy on a dolphin” movies, as well as a holiday destination for Leonard Cohen, Hydra stands out for its classy beauty!
DAY 4: Hydra
Hydra is a strikingly beautiful island in the Argo Saronic Gulf with a rich history which comes to life as your local tour leader Maria walks you back through time. You will learn about the island’s history and how after 400 years of Ottoman rule, it played a crucial role in the revolution leading to Greek independence in 1821. By 1820, Hydra was one of the richest locales in the Mediterranean, fortunes having been amassed through shipbuilding and trade. In their passionate desire for independence many of Hydra’s admirals, political figures and sailors sacrificed these fortunes for the cause.
DAY 5: Hydra
You will have day at leisure to explore the town or to enjoy your hotel facilities.
Don’t miss…
In the 1960, Canadian musician and poet Leonard Cohen bought a whitewashed house on Hydra for just $1,500. Although initially, it had no running water or electricity, it ended up being his home for seven years allowing him to write some of his best songs and novels as Marianne Ihlen’s and his romantic love story played out in real life. The house is now one of the most visited sites on the island. Cosmopolitan and chic, Hydra is sure to win your heart with its refined architecture. The picturesque port is dotted with lavish, pastel-hued mansions that date back to the late 18th century when the island experienced huge economic and cultural growth. Unlike other islands in the Saronic Gulf, Hydra is known for its marvellous although mostly pebbled beaches with crystalline waters. Some, like the rocky Hydroneta, are within walking distance of Hydra town, while others may like the secluded, unspoiled Bisti – can only be accessed by taxi boat.
DAY 6: Hydra to Spetses
After breakfast you will walk to Hydra port to catch your ferry heading to Spetses island. The rest of the day and evening you are at your leisure to explore the town of Spetses. Along the waterfront are small tavernas and cafés, while behind in the winding streets are luxury boutiques that rival prices of the European fashion capitals. Should you be looking for a decadent beach purchase, this is the spot for you! Evenings can be easily spent strolling through this area. The old harbour, which is a 15-minute stroll away, offers more tavernas and shops.
DAY 7: Spetses
Round Spetses Cycling Tour
This Cycling Tour is designed to show you all of
Spetses in 4 hours. We begin cycling through the old harbour and then eastwards leaving the town. We will be making three main stops at each quarter of the island every seven or so kilometers. During these stops there will be a brief discussion on information about Spetses and also a chance to rehydrate. The largest stop will be half way around where we will visit Agioi Anargyroi beach where one can swim. There we will also visit the spectacular Bekyris Cave. The last quarter break finds us above Zogeria bay where we have a spectacular view of it from above and finally we will enter the town to conclude the lap.
DAY 8: Spetses
You will have day at leisure to explore the town or to enjoy your hotel facilities.
Don’t miss…
Spetses is home to one of the oldest lighthouses in Greece. Located east of the main town and past the old harbor, it is an easy walk that takes around 45 minutes from the main town. Located in the center of the main town is a special museum dedicated to one of Greece’s naval heroines, Laskarina Bouboulina. Bouboulina is said to be the first-ever female admiral in the world. The museum is located in a 300-year-old mansion that once belonged to Bouboulina.
As well, there are many rooftop and beachside bars to enjoy a relaxing evening as the sun sets on the island.
DAY 9: Spetses to Nafplio
Your ferry will transfer you to Peloponnese peninsula, where your private car will be waiting for you to transfer you to Nafplio. On your arrival in Nafplio check in at your hotel and later in the evening enjoy a private guided walking tour, visiting the most important spots of the city! Walk in the picturesque alleys of Nafplio, visit the
most popular sites and experience its best parts with a local licensed guide. Look for traces of the Franks, Venetians and Ottomans in the architecture of the city, while enjoying the overwhelming scents of basil and jasmine that surround the city.
DAY 10: Nafplio
Starting from the old city of Nafplio we follow a coastal hiking route overlooking the Argolic gulf and we reach a long sandy beach with crystal clear waters. We visit 2 cozy orthodox chapels that reveal the local secrets, and we relax in one of them and enjoy some local snacks by the sea After an optional stop for swimming, we return back to Nafplio full of smells, tastes and great memories from the marvelous landscapes of Argolis. If you have time, don’t miss out to invade the Venetian Palamidi castle with its famous 999 steps and the breathtaking panoramic view of Nafplio and Argolic gulf.
DAY 11: Nafplio
The charming town of Nafplio is often considered to be one of the most romantic places in Greece.
Enjoy a day at leisure, doing some of the following:
• Drink Greek wine with a view
• Eat dinner overlooking the harbour
• Watch the sunset or the sunrise
• Browse the Nafplio Farmers Market
• Explore the Ruins of Akronauplía above Nafplio
• Seek out the Doors of Nafplio
• Climb 1000 Steps to the Fortress of Palamidi
• Stop at agora for a coffee
• Go for casual drinks and dinner in Nafplio
• Visit the Archaeological Museum of Nafplio
• Learn about the history of modern-day Greece at the Church of Saint Spyridon
• Hike Tiryns
• Hike to Karathonas Beach and spend a whole day at the most popular beach of the area
DAY 12: Athens Departure
Private transfer to Athens International airport for your return flight home. Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you in Greece again!
