Spotlight on Greece

Spotlight on Greece

Discover Athens, Olympia and Delphi in more depth with this 4 day Spotlight on Greece tour. Visit the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens, the first Olympic stadium in Olympia and the Temples of Hera and Zeus in Delphi, all with your local Greek guide. A great add-on to the beginning or end of your Contiki adventure.

Length: 5 days
Accommodations: n/a
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
as per itinerary
Sightseeing: Greece
Transportation: Coach
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Itinerary

  1. Day Icon-day1 Depart for Europe

    Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!

  2. Day Icon-day2 Arrive Athens

    After checking in to your hotel, the day is yours to take a sneak preview of Athens before meeting your Tour Representative and fellow travellers this evening at the hotel. After your meeting, maybe join us in the traditional Plaka area for dinner - a great way to kick off your tour!

  3. Day Icon-day3 Athens to Olympia

    We begin today with a sightseeing tour of Athens including the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Travelling westward, we pause at Corinth to view the impressive canal before arriving at the Palace of Agamemnon at Mycenae where you can walk through the Gate of the Lions and see the sinister beehive tomb. Our day's journey continues past the Acronafplion Citadel and ends in Olympia this evening.

  4. Day Icon-day4 Olympia to Delphi

    This morning join our local guide as we visit the temples of Hera and Zeus, and the site of the Olympic stadium where the games were first held in 776BC. Later, we cross the Corinthian Gulf and drive to Delphi, the sacred town of antiquity.

  5. Day Icon-day5 Delphi to Athens

    Visit the site of Delphi, see the Temple of Apollo and the Treasury. A short drive to Athens where our tour ends this afternoon.

Tour Map

Highlights

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!

Included
  • Athens: Guided tour including Acropolis and Parthenon
  • Corinth: See the Corinth Canal
  • Mycenae: Guided tour including Palace of Agamemnon
  • Nafplion: See the Acronafplion citadel
  • Olympia: Guided tour including Olympic Stadium and Temples of Hera and Zeus
  • Delphi: Guided tour including Temple of Apollo
Accomodations
  • 3 nights in superior tourist class hotels
  • Accommodation based on your choice of twin or triple-share with private facilities
  • 3 Continental breakfasts (B) and 2 three course dinners (D) as per itinerary
  • Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges
Contiki Difference
  • Experienced, professional expert local guide
  • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
  • ‘Welcome to Greece’ information pack

Optional Excursions

Athens

Athens Plaka Meal (Euro 34.00)
A night out in the famous Plaka area - we visit a typical Greek Taverna for a three-course meal including local wine. Whilst dining enjoy the show which includes singing, traditional Greek dancers and "Bouzouki" music.