On this multi-city package, discover legends of every variety, from the stuff of Greek mythology to islands whose spectacular beauty defies all imagination.
Explore Greece from the spellbinding monasteries carved into the peaks of Meteora to the site of the most famous ancient Greek oracle in Delphi.
Transport | Plane |Coach |Ferry
Language |English & French
16 days | 14 nights
Meals | 17 meals
Good to know
- Guided Tour: The guide may be bilingual.
- A Transat representative will be present in Athens, Santorini and Mykonos
- High-Speed/Ferry Transfer: Options 1 & 2 – Economy Class; Option 3 – Business Class.
- This product is not recommended for people with restricted mobility.
- Please note that some hotels may not be equipped with air conditioning.
- Minimum age : 12 years old
Important information
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Day 1 | Canada - Athens
Day 2 | Athens
- Arrive and transfer to your hotel for 1 night in Athens
Day 3 | Athens ? Corinth Canal ? Epidaurus ? Nafplio ? Mycenae ? Olympia
- BEGINNING OF THE GUIDED TOUR
- Leave by the coastal road to the Corinth Canal (short stop). Drive on and visit the Theatre of Epidaurus, famous for its remarkable acoustics. Then proceed to the town of Nafplio (short photo stop), drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Overnight in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games (dinner).
- Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 | Olympia ? Delphi or Arachova
- In the morning visit the Archaeological Site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, the spot where the torch of the modern Olympic Games is lit and the Archaeological Museum. Then drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia until the magnificent bridge that crosses the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, arrive in Delphi (dinner and overnight).
- Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 | Delphi or Arachova ? Kalambaka240 km
- In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi, the most famous oracle of the ancient world. Depart for Kalambaka, a small town located at the foot of the astonishing complex of Meteora, gigantic rocks (dinner and overnight).
- Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 | Kalambaka (Meteora) ? Athens200 km
- Visit Meteora, a striking scenery: perched on top of 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 via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae (short stop to see across the road the Leonida's Monument). Arrive in Athens early in the evening, and transfer to your hotel for your 2-night stay.
- END OF THE GUIDED TOUR
- Breakfast
Day 7 | Athens
- Discover the landmarks, neighbourhoods and monuments of this vibrant city. The ancient city merges with a modern one - alive and romantic, bustling with busy streets and squares.
- Breakfast
Day 8 | Athens ? Mykonos
- Transfer by ferry for Mykonos. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for your three-night stay.
- Breakfast
Day 9-10 | Mykonos
- Two days at leisure to relax or discover the island’s windmills, beaches, the Little Venice area and the cubic, whitewashed houses of Chora.
- Breakfast
Day 11 | Mykonos ? Naxos
- Transfer to the port of Mykonos and board the ferry/high-speed for 2 nights in Naxos.
- Breakfast
Day 12 | Naxos
- Day at leisure to relax or discover the island’s long beaches and mountainous countryside.
- Breakfast
Day 13 | Naxos ? Santorini
- Transfer to the port of Naxos and board the ferry/high-speed ship to Santorini.
- Breakfast
Day 14-15 | Santorini
- Two days at leisure to relax or explore this island of whitewashed houses atop red and black cliffs.
- Breakfast
Day 16 | Athens - Canada
- Transfer by air to the Athens airport for your return flight.
- Breakfast
Inclusions
- Roundtrip flight in Economy Class
- Roundtrip transfers between airport, ports and hotels
- Transportation by plane
- Transportation by coach
- Transportation by ferry
- 17 meals: (14 breakfasts and 3 dinners)
Not included
Highlights
- Olympia
- Visit the site and museum.
- Delphi
- Visit the Archaeological Museum of Delphi.
- Meteora
- Visit two ancient monasteries.
- Mykonos, Naxos and Santorini
- Free time to explore these islands.
Accommodations (4 Star)
Athens
- Athenian Callirhoe or equivalent
- for 1 night
- Room type: Room
- Meals: Breakfast
Olympia
- Amalia Hotel or equivalent
- for 1 night
- Room type: Room
Delphi
- Amalia Hotel or equivalent
- for 1 night
- Room type: Room
Kalambaka
- Amalia Hotel or equivalent
- for 1 night
- Room type: Room
Athens
- Athenian Callirhoe or equivalent
- for 2 nights
- Room type: Room
- Meals: Breakfast
Mykonos
- San Antonio Summerland or equivalent
- for 3 nights
- Room type: Room
- Meals: Breakfast
Naxos
- Porto Naxos or equivalent
- for 2 nights
- Room type: Room
- Meals: Breakfast
Santorini
- Aegean Plaza Hotel or equivalent
- for 3 nights
- Room type: Room
- Meals: Breakfast