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12 Day Private Tour at Ancient Greece with Zakynthos & Santorini
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Overview
Book online the 12 days tour package in Mainland Greece & Greek Islands, visit the world's heritage site by UNESCO, Argolis, Delphi, Meteora, Olympia, combining a tour at beautiful Islands of Zakynthos and Santorini Island.
Travel in Zakynthos, with the mesmerizing crystal-clear water and relax in the sandy beaches, visit the stunning Blue Caves and the Navagio Shipwreck, take unique photos of turtles at a close distance as you sail through the coast of Zakynthos on a glass-bottomed boat!
Visit Santorini, one of the most romantic islands in Greece and walk at the narrow streets above the rocks of Caldera, swim at Hot springs and observe the best sunset of your life, the famous sunset at Oia!
Enjoy the activities there such as the tour in "Akrotiri", traditional villages & wine tour & the best seller sunset cruise tour to Volcano, Hot Spring and sunset at Oia with buffet on board!
Description
Day 1: Meet and Greet at Athens airport
Stop At: Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos", Attiki Odos, Spata 190 04, Greece
Our driver will be waiting at Athens holding a sign with your name written on it, in order to meet you and transfer you at your hotel in Athens
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Athens
Day 2: Nafplio - Mycenae -Epidaurus - Olympia
Stop At: Archaeological Site Mycenae, Mycenae 21200 Greece
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel to have our first stop, at the Canal of Corinth (6 km length and 80m height). We continue to reach at the archaeological site of Mycenae, an ancient town with great power during the ancient years, with the famous ‘’Gate of Lions’’ and the ‘’Atreus King Tomb’’
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, Epidavros 21052 Greece
Next stop will be at the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, one of the best Ancient Theatres worldwide with amazing acoustic.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nafplio, Nafplio Greece
The most relaxing part of the tour is upon our arrival at the one of the most beautiful towns of Greece and the first capital city at the Modern Greek history, the seaside town of Nafplio. We will visit the Castle of the Town, with the 999 steps (!) and the amazing panoramic view the small island of Bourtzi, in the middle of the city’s harbor. You can have a traditional Greek lunch here before leave Nafplio to reach at Olympia
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Olympia
Day 3: Ancient Olympia - Olive Oil and Wine Tasting - Zakynthos
Stop At: Archaeological Site of Olympia, Archea Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece
Start early in the morning, visiting the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia, the place that the first ever Olympic Games took place in 776 B.C. There is located the temple of Zeus, the most celebrated sanctuary in ancient Greece. Dedicated to Zeus, in antiquity the temple was housing one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world, the gold and ivory statue of Zeus, which Phidias had created. You will then visit the temple of Hera, the shrine of Pelops (one of the oldest in the sanctuary), the Council house where the athletes took the Olympic oath, the Treasury houses, the Gymnasium and the Palestra where they used to exercise for a month prior to the Games. Finally visit the stadium, where the marble starting blocks are still in position.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Market of Ancient Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece
We will visit the flea market to taste delightful experience of free wine and olive oil tasting, savoring the distinct blends of olive oil and the iconic Greek olives.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Klio's Honey Farm, Ilidas, Olympia 27065 Greece
We will visit a local honey farm, where under the shade of the trees we will have a coffee / juice and enjoy hand-made local desserts all made with honey produced in this farm for generations
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Zakynthos, Zakynthos Greece
After sightseeing in Olympia, we head to Kyllini Port to take the ferry departing at 15.15 to reach in Zakynthos port at about 16.15 (after 1 hour). Check in at your hotel and then have the rest of the day at leisure. After your rest you can explore the center of Zakynthos and have a dinner at a traditional tavern
***(after tickets booking, the departure time may to be a little different)
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in zakynthos
Day 4: Zakynthos - Day Cruise to Shiprweck
Stop At: Navagio Beach (Shipwreck Beach), Anafonitria 29091 Greece
Today you will get a cruise as it is the best best ways to explore the island. Our first stop is at the Blue Caves. The distinctive element of the blue caves is that they reflect the vibrating and striking blue color of the waters in them. Next stop is at the famous Shipwreck. This beach is well known throughout the world. The waters here are clear blue but deep. Our program continues for photo stop at Porto Vromi. Then our boat pulls up next to the Agalas Caves and the Keri Caves for a reasonable amount of time to admire the beauty of nature. A big photo stop includes the Turtle Island. Our other major swim stop is in the area of St Nickolas, Basilikos where the boat anchors for about an hour. Actual tour all around the island beholds many views that is only possible to see by boat. Some of the stops may not be done depending on the weather conditions on that day. In the afternoon, at about 17.00, we will return at Marina and our driver will transfer you back to your hotel
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Zakynthos
Day 5: Zakynthos - Delphi - Meteora - Sunset tour around the rocks
Stop At: Kyllini, Kyllini Greece
After you breakfast we will transfer you at Zakynthos Port to take the ferry from Zakynthos port departing at 08.00 to reach at Kyllini after 1 hour, at about 09.00.
***(after the tickets of the booking there may be a slight change of timing)
Stop At: Nafpaktos, Nafpaktos 303 00, Greece
We will cross over the amazing bridge of Rion – Antirion, one of the biggest in Europe, in order to reach at Naupactus, a beautiful seaside small town, where you can have lunch.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Delphi Archaeological Museum, Ethniki Odos Amfissas - Livadias, Delphi 33054 Greece
Afterwards, we will head to Delphi. We will visit the Ancient Oracle, the Stadium, the Ancient Theatre and of course the Museum of Delphi. Departing from Delphi and driving through Central Greece, and the city of Trikala where we will have a quick stop, we will arrive in Kalambaka, a small traditional town, built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks of God, at the shadow of the great Meteora Monasteries.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Meteora Greece
Leave Arachova and drive towards Meteora. Upon reaching at Meteora in Kalambaka, you can check in at your hotel and then we will witness the breathtaking sunset at Meteora. Be amazed by the natural beauty of the rock formations and the fascinating way monasteries are perched atop the cliffs, creating a truly awe-inspiring sight. Enjoy the sunset around the rocks
Duration: 20 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Meteora
Day 6: Meteora - Thermopiles - Athens
Stop At: Meteora, Kastraki 42200 Greece
Visit Meteora, enjoying a unique and most impressive scenery of ageless monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between Earth and Sky atop huge rocks. Our first visit is at the great monastery of Varlaam, founded on the 16th century and located on the top of a rock at 380m height! Our second visit is at the Monastery of St. Stephan, of the 15th century, also built on the top of another huge rock. There you will admire a small treasure of Byzantine and Christian items, at the museum inside the monastery!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Thermopylae, Thermopylae 350 09, Greece
Return to Athens, have a stop at Thermopiles where you will admire the statue of Leonidas, as a memorial of the battle of the 300 Spartans against thousands of Persian soldiers of the Persian Empire. Return in Athens late in the afternoon.
Duration: 15 minutes
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Athens
Day 7: Private Tour Acropolis and Museum with Guide & Panoramic City Tour
Stop At: Parthenon, Acropolis, Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou, Athens 10558 Greece
Meet your private driver at your hotel, who will transfer you to the Acropolis, one of the most iconic landmarks in Athens. There, you will meet your guide to begin an amazing sightseeing tour.
The Acropolis embodies the essence of ancient Greek civilization. You will walk through the Theatre of Dionysus, marvel at the Porch of the Caryatids, and, of course, visit the famous Parthenon.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Acropolis Museum, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens 11742 Greece
Museum of Acropolis. You continue with your guide to visit the Museum to admire the artifacts and sculptures originating from the numerous Acropolis buildings such as the Erechtheum, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Propylaea as well as from the Roman and early Christian Athens. As the museum is built over an extensive archaeological site, we will be able to see the excavations beneath through a transparent glass floor.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Panathenaic Stadium, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue, opposite the statue of Myron Discobolus, Athens 11635 Greece
Panoramic city tour: Continue with your driver a panoramic city tour of Athens's iconic landmarks. The tour includes a visit to the Panathinaiko Stadium, Zappeion, the Athens Trilogy, National Garden, The Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, etc
Stop At: Plaka, Athens 10556 Greece
At the end of the tour, the driver will transfer you back to your hotel, or he can drop you off in the Plaka area, where you can spend time admiring the old mansions and tasting the famous souvlaki.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Athens
Day 8: Athens to Santorini
Stop At: Santorini, Santorini Greece
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Piraeus Port to get the boat departing at 07.00 for the famous Santorini Island, arriving at 11.45.Our local driver will transfer you at your hotel. You will have free time for yourselves, during which, you can enjoy your drink or dinner, at one of the hundreds places located just on the rocks above the sea, and walk among the narrow streets of the island where you can buy many souvenirs.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Santorini
Day 9: Santorini - Semi Private Cruise to Caldera with BBQ on board
Stop At: Palea Kameni Greece
(optional with extra cost)
Embark on an enchanting Santorini cruise starting with a pick-up at the your hotel. Visit the therapeutic Hot Springs on Palea Kameni and enjoy a refreshing swim. Capture stunning photos of Aspronisi, the Ancient Lighthouse, Akrotiri, and Indian Rock. Explore the famous Red Beach with its unique volcanic sand and the secluded White Beach accessible only by boat. Indulge in a delightful onboard BBQ buffet featuring fresh seafood, grilled meats, salads, and desserts. Conclude the journey with a magical sunset view in Oia, as the Caldera and the village turn into a golden spectacle against the violet sky, creating an unforgettable experience.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Santorini
Day 10: Santorini - (optional) - Tour at the most Highlights
Stop At: Oia, Oia Greece
(optional) Private Tour to the Most Highlights of Santorini 5Hours
Begin in the serene Megalochori Village, where 17th-century history meets traditional architecture. Explore Red Beach, renowned for its volcanic rocks and crystal-clear waters. Wander through the ancient Emporio Village, dating back to the 15th century. Enjoy leisure time at Perissa Beach's black sand, with opportunities for seaside dining. Visit the iconic Prophet Elias Monastery atop the island for panoramic views. Capture the beauty of the Blue Dome in Firostefani and immerse yourself in the charm of Imerovigli Village. Culminate the journey in the famous Oia Village, famed for its sunset views.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Santorini
Day 11: Santorini to Athens
Stop At: Port of Piraeus, Akti Miaouli 10, Piraeus 18538 Greece
We will transfer you to Santorini Port at noon take the boat for Piraeus Port. Our driver will transfer you at your hotel
Meals included:
Breakfast
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Athens
Day 12: Departure Day
Stop At: Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos", Attiki Odos, Spata 190 04, Greece
Our driver will transfer you from your hotel in Athens at the Athens airport, according to your flight details
Meals included:
Breakfast
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 12 days (Approx.)
- Departure Time:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
3-star or 3-Keys hotel
10/1/2024 - 5/15/2025
5/16/2025 - 6/30/2026Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
7/1/2026 - 9/15/2026Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
9/16/2026 - 9/30/2026Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
10/1/2026 - 5/15/2027Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
4-star or Boutique hotelMonday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
10/1/2024 - 5/15/2025
5/16/2025 - 6/30/2025Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
7/1/2025 - 9/15/2025Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
9/16/2025 - 9/30/2025Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
10/1/2025 - 5/15/2026Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
5/16/2026 - 6/30/2026Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
7/1/2026 - 9/15/2026Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
9/16/2026 - 9/30/2026Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
10/1/2026 - 5/15/2027Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
What's Included
- Sunset tour Meteora, around the rocks
- Private Tour in Acropolis, Museum with Guide and Tickets
- Day cruise in Zakynthos to Shipwreck & Blue Caves
- Honey, Olive Oil and wine tasting at Olympia
- Ferry tickets from/to Piraeus/Santorini/Piraeus port/Zakynthos
- Private Car & Driver in Argolis, Olympia, Delphi & Meteora, Zakynthos
- 11 Nights' Accommodation with breakfast
- Private Transfers from/to airport/port/Hotel at all areas
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Entrance fees at all archaeological sites
- Tour Guide in Mianland & Optional tours (available with extra cost)
- Gratuity (optional)
- Hotel City tax - paid on the spot
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Additional Info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 2 people will stay in a double-sharing room, 3 people will stay in a triple-sharing room, and 1 person will have a private single room
- After your booking, you will receive a detailed itinerary
- Please note that one week prior to your trip, you will receive an updated itinerary with hotel names, pick-up times, and other details.
- Respecting the environment, you will receive the program on your mobile device or in chat room of Cool Destinations . If you need a printed version, please let us know.
- We recommend downloading the WhatsApp application for immediate communication.
- Operated by Private Tours Greece
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor
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