Compare From Rome to Athens by Europamundo Vacations vs Absolutely Greek by Eskapas
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| Duration | 8 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 2,328 | $ 1,450 |
| Price Per Day | $ 291 | $ 181 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Group tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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Explore From Rome to Athens visit Ioannina, a historic walled city on the lake’s shore, Explore Meteora Valley and the gorgeous landscapes of the Abruzzo region. |
Mythology, History, Mediterranean art, generous sun … Absolutely Greek is the perfect tour in Greece that offers the perfect cocktail for a successful holiday! This package provides the ideal opportunity to experience vastly diverse aspects of Greece. The cosmopolitan city of Athens, the more traditional parts of the mainland and of course the Greek islands. Start your journey from Athens, where ancient ruins lie next to contemporary buildings and stand in awe at marvelous coming together of two eras that are millennia apart. Heave your anchors for a mini cruise to the picturesque islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina where you will traverse the local trails leading to secluded sandy beaches. Travel through mainland’s vivid natural environment sprinkled with graphic villages which encompass true Greek hospitality. Immerse yourself in the rich history, including Epidaurus, Mycenae and the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus. Finally, you will bear witness to one of the world’s most unique geological formations when you visit Meteora, where you can see monasteries hanging on for dear life on the cliff sides raising up from the valley. Make the smart choice and book now! |
Day 1: Rome
Today’s Highlights: Arrival. Transfer to the hotel. Welcome to Europe!!!. On arrival at the airport we shall be waiting to transfer you to the hotel. You can enjoy free time until your tour starts, information about the meeting place and start time can be found on the information boards in the hotel reception area.
Day 2: Rome
Today’s Highlight: City tour of Rome. Night transfer to Trastevere area. We will enjoy a panoramic tour to give you an introduction to the Eternal City, finishing at St Peter’s in the Vatican, where you will be able to visit the Basilica and museums. In the evening, we transfer to the Trastévere, the busy city district well known for its typical restaurants. Return to hotel.
Day 3: Rome
The day at leisure to rest and relax or explore the city of Rome further.
Day 4: Rome - Loreto – Ancona - Igoumenitsa Ferry
Today’s Highlights: Overnight ferryboat trip from Italy to Greece. We will leave Rome early in the morning. We will cross the Apennines amid the gorgeous landscapes of the Abruzzo region. Loreto, visit to the Basilica Della Santa Casa (Basilica of the Holy House), the house of Virgin Mary, and its lovely medieval town. Arrival in Ancona. Quick tour of this town on the Adriatic shore. We will go on an early afternoon boat trip in the Adriatic and Ionian seas. Overnight ferryboat trip. Accommodation in double cabins with private bathroom (we recommend bringing a handbag along to spend the night on board. Breakfast on the boat Tuesday morning is not included).
Day 5: Ancona - Igoumenitsa Ferry - Ioannina - Kalambaca
Today’s Highlights: Boat trip. Meteora Valley. Arrival in Greece early in the morning (Igoumenitsa). Northern Greece reminds us of the proximity of the Slav and Turk worlds. Arrival in Ioannina, a historic walled city on the lake’s shore. We will go on a short boat trip to Ioannina Island located on the lake. This tiny, quiet lake town holds several monasteries. We will continue to Kalabaka where we will arrive early in the afternoon. We will visit Meteora valley, a spectacular place added to UNESCO World Heritage List. We will have the opportunity to enter one of its famous monasteries. Dinner included.
Day 6: Kalambaca - Delphi - Athens
Today’s Highlight: Delphi and Thessaly region. Night transfer in Athens. We will travel south through the Thessaly region. We will arrive in Delphi after enjoying the view of wonderful landscapes. Visit and lunch at the beautiful archeological complex looking over the Gulf of Corinth offering amazing vistas. We will resume our journey to Athens. Arrival at mid-afternoon. We include night transportation to the Pláka quarter, a place full of Greek taverns where you will have a chance to enjoy this country’s rich folklore.
Day 7: Athens
Today´s Highlights: City tour in Athens. In the morning, we will enjoy a panoramic tour of the city with a local guide which includes the Presidential Palace, the Panathinaikos stadium where the first modern Olympic games were held, the national library, the bustling squares of the center; the new neighborhoods that emerged after the 2004 Olympic games. The tour will end at the Acropolis site (entry not included).Free time during the day to walk around and discover unforgettable places.
Day 8: Athens
After breakfast, end of our services.
Day 1: Athens Arrival
On arrival you will be met by our assistant and transferred to your hotel Cenral 3*** or similar tourist class hotel. Transfer will be made by our minibus or taxi driver. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2: Athens Half Day Sightseeing Tour
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast we meet you at your hotel or close by, in order to start the morning Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour. (with the new Acropolis Museum) Return at 13:30 Overnight: Athens
Day 3: Saronic Gulf Island Cruise: Hydra to Poros to Aegin
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
07.30 a.m. Transfer by motor coach from Athens center to Piraeus port to embark on the cruise ship in order to start the full day cruise to the 3 beautiful Islands of Hydra – Poros - Aegina, which are nearby Athens (lunch on board is included). Return to Piraeus port at 7.15 p.m. and transfer back to your hotel in Athens. Overnight: Athens
Day 4: Athens to Epidaurus to Nafplion to Olympia
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Early in the morning, departure for visiting ancient Mycenae and Epidaurus theatre, famous for its acoustics. After a short stop at Nafplion depart for Olympia through the central Peloponnesus.
Overnight: Olympia
Day 5: Olympia to Delphi
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
In the morning visit the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium and the archaeological museum. Drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia and over the magnificent cable stayed bridge of Rio-Antirio. Arrive in Delphi.
Overnight: Delphi
Day 6: Delphi to Meteora to Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
In the morning visit the archaeological site and the museum. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing rock formations of Meteora. Overnight: Kalambaka
Day 7: Kalambaka to Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Visit Meteora. Amidst striking scenery, perched on huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless monasteries where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art. Return to Athens for overnight stay. Overnight: Athens
Day 8: Departure from Athens
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast you will be met by our assistant at your hotel and transferred to the airport by our minibus or taxi driver for your departure flight. Overnight: - Optionally you can extend pre/post stay.
