Itinerary
Day 1: Athens - Delphi - Kalambaka
Stop At: Temple of Apollo, Delphi Greece
Arrive at Delphi at around noon. Famous for its ancient ruins including a theater and the Temple of Apollo, Delphi was considered the center of the earth and universe, and played a central role in the classical Greek world. On arrival, visit the the mountainside archaeological site and view the Temple of Apollo, famous for its oracle.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Meteora, Kastraki, Kalambaka 422 00 Greece
In the afternoon, after lunch (own expense) travel through central Greece and the city of Lamia. After a short stop in Lamia, continue to the city of Trikala for a short stop and cross the Thessalian Plain to Kalambaka, a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks crowned by the Meteora monasteries. Following a short stop for souvenir-shopping, overnight stay in Kalambaka at your choice of a centrally located 3- or 4-star hotel in the town.
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Accommodation included: Overnight at 3* or 4* hotel
Day 2: Kalambaka - Meteora Monasteries - Athens
Stop At: Meteora, Kastraki, Kalambaka 422 00 Greece
Leave in the morning for a tour of nearby Meteora’s monasteries. Visit two different Byzantine monasteries built on rocktops and commanding fantastic views over the plain. Meteora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Built on the top of sandstone pillars, the monasteries provided monks with totally inaccessible retreats for centuries. Meteora is considered one of the most beautiful area of mainland Greece, and its monasteries are one of its most unusual and distinctive attractions.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Leonidas Monument, Lamia, Thermopylae 350 09 Greece
During your return to Athens, enjoy an optional visit to a factory making Byzantine-style icons, and stop for photos at the monument to the heroic Leonidas, King of Sparta, at Thermopylae. Your tour returns to Athens in the late afternoon.
Duration: 15 minutes
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No accommodation included on this day.