Winter Historical Greece
Overview
Discover the incredible history and culture of Classical Greece as you start off in Athens, then embark on a 4-day tour to Olympia, Delphi and Kalambaka to learn about Greek past and present.
If you're looking for a trip where someone takes care of the details while you get to focus on the fun, then a Guided Tour is the perfect option for you. All of the flights, meals, activities, and accommodations are booked and prepared in advance, which means all you have to do is explore and enjoy.
This itinerary features More Moments, activities included with your package.
Locations
- Athens
- Corinth
- Nafplio
- Olympia
- Delphi
- Kalambaka
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Athens (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- 6 nights of accommodation
- 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners
- Round-trip airport transfers in Athens
- Guided sightseeing (English or French-speaking guide)
- 4-day Classical Greece coach tour
- 1 More Moment activity included:
- Half-day tour to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
- Porterage
- Earn Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Athens.
Day 2
Welcome to Athens
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Spend the rest of the day exploring Athens at your own pace.
Day 3
Athens - Classical Greece Tour: Corinth Canal - Epidaurus - Nafplio - Mycenae - Olympia
Head to Olympia today. Along your route, stop at the Corinth Canal, then continue to Epidaurus with its ancient theatre. Next, stop at Nafplio, a modern seaside resort and old town. The last stop of the day is the archeological site of Mycenae, the city "rich in gold" of the ancient poets. Continue to Olympia for the night.
(Approximately 265 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 4
Classical Greece Tour: Olympia - Delphi
After breakfast, visit ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Ancient Olympic Games. Visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus ($) and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia. Next, head towards Delphi, passing through Nafpaktos and Itea on the way. Upon arrival in Delphi, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
(Approximately 240 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Classical Greece Tour: Delphi - Kalambaka
Today, enjoy a guided tour of mystical Delphi. Located on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, Delphi is home to the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. You'll also visit the Treasury of the Athenians and the Delphi Museum. After your tour, depart for Kalambaka, nestled at the foot of the Meteora Monasteries.
(Approximately 228 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 6
Classical Greece Tour: Kalambaka - Monasteries of Meteora - Athens
Visit the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to be suspended between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures. Next, travel towards Athens via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae where a stop will be made to visit the memorial of Leonidas and the brave 300 Spartans. Return to Athens for the night.
(Approximately 354 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Athens: Sightseeing
This morning, head out on a half-day sightseeing tour to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such an intriguing city.
More Moments Activities Included
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Half-day Tour to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
Follow your expert guides as they take you for a quick stop at the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. From here, you’ll continue on and pass by the Temple of the Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Next up is a comprehensive visit of the Acropolis to see the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the impressive Parthenon. End the tour with a visit of the New Acropolis Museum.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Athens - Return to Canada
After breakfast, take your transfer to the airport for the return flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Saturdays from November 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025
Tour departure on Sunday. -
Not included:
- Meals, unless noted
- Transfers, unless noted
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
- Gratuities
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The Acropolis and the new Acropolis Museum:
- Daily service
- English/French Departure at 8:45 a.m. – Return at 1:30 p.m.
The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
At time of reservation, please indicate if you would prefer an English-speaking or French-speaking tour guide.
The cost of optional tours, visits, and activities is not included in this package.
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City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in Greece and are payable in local currency upon checkout.
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The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.