Ancient Greece and Meteora, 5-Days Private Tour

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Overview

Begin in Athens, exploring the iconic Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, 1896 Olympic Stadium, and the Changing of the Guard at Parliament. Drive along the scenic Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounio, where you’ll visit the majestic Temple of Poseidon and enjoy breathtaking sea views.
Travel to the Corinth Canal, an engineering marvel, then explore Ancient Corinth, where St. Paul preached. Continue to Nafplio, Greece’s first capital, known for its Venetian charm and scenic harbor. Enjoy free time.
Visit Ancient Olympia, home of the first Olympic Games, and see the Temple of Zeus, ancient stadium, and archaeological museum. Travel through picturesque landscapes to Delphi, once considered the center of the ancient world, and visit the Temple of Apollo.
Thermopylae, where Leonidas and the 300 Spartans made their last stand. Continue to Meteora.
Visit 2 monasteries, then enjoy a scenic drive back to Athens, concluding an unforgettable journey through Greece’s most historic and scenic sites.

What's Included

Breakfast
Accommodation in hotel, with breakfast for each passenger
Wholly Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls
Professional English-speaking driver, who provides information and tips and does not enter the sites
Transportation to and from your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus, Ports & Athens Intl. Airport
Professional guide at the site of Corinth, Olympia, Delphi & 2 monasteries at Meteora

Admission fees for Archeological sites, Museums, Coffee, drinks, drinks, snacks and meals
Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion
Extra Professional guide in the other sites (if wanted, with a small extra charge)

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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Please contact us, to confirm final details. We pick you up from all Hotels from Athens and Piraeus. The port and cruise terminal or address you have given us.

What To Expect

Day 1

ATHENS - SOUNIO CAPE

6 Stops

Acropolis

Undoubtedly the most famous landmark of Athens – and the pride of Athenians - is the Parthenon, atop Acropolis Hill. It is the ancient temple dedicated to Athena, the goddess Athens is named after. It is visible from most of central Athens and is surrounded by the city’s charming and picturesque historical centre.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arch Of Hadrian

The monument known as Hadrian’s Arch, a distinctive Roman structure dedicated to Theseus and Hadrian, the founders of Athens.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Olympian Zeus

Next is the Temple of Olympian Zeus, with only a few of its original 104 columns standing.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Syntagma

We watch the Changing of the Guard - at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - in front of the Parliament. These guards, known as Evzones, are the elite force of the Greek Army and were known for their bravery and honour until World War II. Their uniform was introduced by King Otto of Greece and was inspired by the traditional clothes of the mountain warriors and bandits who formed the resistance to the Ottoman Empire.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Panathenaic Stadium

We will also see the stadium that held the first modern Olympics in 1896.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Poseidon

Travelling along the coast, we head to the southernmost tip of the peninsula of Attica, Cape Sounion, a getaway close to Athens and famous for its beaches, fish restaurants and the striking ruins of the Temple of Poseidon. Set high atop a cliff rising above the Aegean Sea, the temple forms part of a trio of ancient sites, including the Acropolis, and the Temple of Aphaea on the Greek island of Aegina. Equal distances from each other as the crow flies, on a clear day you may be able to see all the monuments from the others. Sounio is also where Aegeus tragically fell from the cliffs when he saw the black sails that his son had forgotten to change, therefore believing he had died. The Aegean Sea was thus named after him. It is a beautiful place to watch the sunset, the white marble columns framed by the sky and the lovely blue sea!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Day 2

Ancient Corinth, Corinth Canal, Epidavros, Nafplio, Mycenae.

5 Stops

Corinth Canal

We first go to the Isthmus of Corinth, a narrow piece of land connecting mainland Greece and the Peloponnese. There we will see the manmade canal which connects the Corinthian and the Saronic Gulfs. The canal was finished in 1893, but its history dates to as early as 602 BC. It has a length of over 6km, and its sides are 78m tall at the highest point. There are bridges across the canal for cars and people to pass, and which sink up to 12m underwater to let boats through. See and learn the history of the Corinth Canal.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)

The ancient city-state of Corinth was located on the narrow strip of land connecting the Peloponnese to mainland Greece, known as the Isthmus of Corinth. It is a site of extraordinary history, being inhabited for the first time in the Neolithic Period. In ancient times the city grew wealthy due to this strategic location and its control of the transportation of ships from the Corinthian to the Saronic Gulfs and vice versa. It became one of the most important trade powers in ancient Greece, rivalling Athens and Thebes, and had an extensive network of colonies. In 400 BC it had a population of 90,000 people. It was also the location of countless ancient myths, such as the myth of Sisyphus. The city was destroyed by the Romans, who re-built a new city in its place. With a professional guide, we see extensive ruins of the Temple of Apollo that testify to Corinth’s great prosperity. It is also one of the places that Saint Paul visited and wrote letters to.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus

Epidaurus, the famous theater. Built in the 4th century BC, it is famous for its acoustics - they are so perfect that words spoken on stage can be heard perfectly wherever you are in the audience.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Archaeological Site Mycenae

The kingdom of Mycenae was one of the first great centres of the Greek culture; settlement on this site dates back to the second millennium BC. According to Homer, Mycenae was the seat of Agamemnon, who led the Greeks against the Trojans to take back Helen, the wife of his brother Menelaus. The ruins of the ancient city are famous for the amazing “Cyclopean walls” - so named because the later Greeks thought that only a Cyclops could move such huge rocks into place. You will see the Lion Gate, which formed the entrance to the royal court and palace. Nearby there are the tombs of legendary figures such as Aegisthus and Clytemnestra.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palamidi Castle

Stepping forward in history, we see the Palamidi Castle in Nafplio (the first Capital of modern Greece), built by the Venetians and famous for supposedly having 999 steps. According to legend, there were once 1000 steps leading to the castle, but one of them was crushed by Theodoros Kolokotronis, a leader of the Greek war of independence, during celebrations for a victory against the Ottomans.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Day 3

Ancient Olympia, Arachova, Delphi.

2 Stops

Day 4

DELPHI, THERMOPOLIS, METEORA (Kalambaka).

3 Stops

Day 5

METEORA, return to Athens.

5 Stops

Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
All prices are for 1 private vehicle, for 1 to 3 passengers with a sedan, 4-6 passengers (on request 8 passengers) with a minivan, usually Mercedes Benz
Children/Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Youth (12+) charged at Adult rate
You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain, otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
Departure time is usually between 6:00am-9:00am, based on your preference!
Duration: 5 days, 4 night
We reserve the right to cancel a booking for a full refund in the case of bad weather, health issues or site closures
Our drivers are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Their priority is your satisfaction and safety. All our drivers speak English and are ready to help and to provide tips!
Our cars are well-maintained, clean, and have free Wi-Fi. Baby chairs, wheelchairs and most phone chargers are available on request, at no additional charge

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ancient Greece and Meteora, 5-Days Private Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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