My Greek Culture

ATHENS NAFPLIO DELFI HYDRA SPETSES 6N, 7D

  • Intro
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Pricing
My Greek Culture

Introduction

No other country in the world offers such a rich mix of history and culture extending continuously across so many thousands of years. And in this trip you will visit some of the most important monuments and sights of Greek history and culture. From Athens Acropolis, a landmark of the western civilization, and its stunning museum to Sounio and its most picturesque temple of Poseidon, from Epidaurus theater and the beautiful Argolic landscapes to Nafplio charming old city and its venetian fortresses, from the “navel” of the ancient world in Delphi and the bronze statue of the “Horseman” to the spectacular architecture of Hydra and the impressive naval culture of Spetses, this very trip is a palimpsest of history and culture, a journey full of unforgettable experiences, a small world of knowledge and beauty.

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Day 1 Welcome to Athens! Visit the ancient city of Athens and its unique monuments!

Arrival and transfer to the hotel, relax, stay in or have a first encounter with Athens center.

After lunch you will have a tour through time: take a private sightseeing tour of Athens city center; the Acropolis and the museum of Acropolis, the Temple of Zeus, Kallimarmaron Stadium and Panepistimiou Street monumental buildings of new Athenian era. Visit Panathinaiko marble stadium, where the first Olympic games of modern times took place in 1896.

We suggest enjoying dinner in an elegant Athens restaurant overlooking the Acropolis. Return back to the hotel by private car.

  • OPTION: Flavors of Athens tour to taste appetizing treats that locals enjoy as part of their daily routine.
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Day 2 Discover Nafplio, one of the best preserved historic cities of Europe.

After breakfast, you will depart by an all comfort private car to Nafplio.

On the way you will visit the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus. Meet one of the most sacred places of the ancient world, where the god of Health was worshiped and walk on the stage of the famous ancient theatre just like actors used to do 3.000 years before! We suggest you to take your lunch at a traditional village tavern in Ligourio, tasting the famous roasted meats on the spit.

After lunch, discover Nafplio, the first capital city of modern Greece and one of the best preserved historic cities of Europe, walk by the beautiful neoclassic mansions and the picturesque narrow streets.

Late afternoon departure and evening arrival in Athens hotel.

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Day 3 Delphi, the center of the ancient world

After breakfast, have a morning journey to Delphi by private car. Visit the “navel”, the center of the ancient world, the museum and the archaeological site in Delphi. See the impeccable statue of Iniohos (The Horseman) in Delphi museum and enjoy a beautiful trip in the mountainous landscape of mainland Greece. We suggest to have a lunch break in Delphi village, at a classic Greek restaurant with tasty casserole dishes and fresh salads.

In the afternoon return back to Athens by private car and relax at your hotel.
For dinner, why not try the world famous Greek souvlaki? Find all the secret spots that Athenians prefer when it comes to it…

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Day 4 Discover the unique character of Hydra…

Morning departure from your hotel by private car to Piraeus port. Sail by regular boat to Hydra island and upon arrival, check in at your elegant boutique hotel. Take a walk in the beautiful port town of Hydra, with the traditional mansions, try some donkey riding and visit some interesting museums and art galleries! Discover Hydra’s unique city abundant with neoclassical manors, exceptional architecture and narrow cobblestone streets where no vehicles are allowed! Visit Koundouriotis Mansion and the Museum; You may have a tasty diner at a traditional tavern in a nice setting at the Old Port, overlooking this beautiful view of old ship owners and seafarers.

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Day 5 Spetses, tranquil and cosmopolitan at the same time

Morning boat trip to Spetses island by regular boat. Enjoy the atmosphere of the quiet island and make a relaxed city tour of Spetses. Explore the beautiful districts with the old seamen’s mansions and the small museums. You may combine the tour with ride on the traditional horse buggies. You may also have lunch at the elegant fish restaurant. Early afternoon arrival in Hydra. We suggest to have dinner at a recommended seafood restaurant.

  • OPTION: Spetses special city tour with a local!
  • OPTION: Journey to Spetses by private water taxi
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Day 6 A little bit more of Athens…

Morning departure from Hydra bound to Piraeus harbor by regular speedboat. Arrival in Piraeus and transfer to Athens hotel.

We suggest to visit Benaki museum to admire rare collections from many periods for the Greek History. You can enjoy your lunch in the elegant museum’s restaurant.
Afternoon drive to Cape Sounio. Make a wonderful tour along the Attica coasts, visit Poseidon’s temple and enjoy one of the most dramatic sunsets in Greece!

Evening return back to Athens hotel by private car.

  • OPTION: Athens Gourmet cooking lessons. Discover what cooking like an Athenian chef is like and to learn about local culinary traditions.
    You will participate in every stage, including the preparation of a perfect Greek meal, after which you will enjoy the fruits of your efforts in a private and comfortable setting with lovely company.
  • OPTION: Athens Photo Safari, customized photography tour with professional photographer. Discover the most visually exciting places of Athens at your own pace with our professional photographer who will help you enhance your photography skills, unlock your creativity and show you the most interesting photography spots off the beaten track.
  • OPTION: Athens unique and unexpected shopping tour! Visit carefully selected upscale independent stores, each with a special character and story, offering beautiful clothing, shoes, artifacts, souvenirs, jewelry, accessories and cosmetics as well as delicatessen products
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Day 7 It’s time to go back…

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Athens airport and take your flight to China.

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Pricing

2 persons/3,212 € per person
4 persons/2,338 € per person
6 persons/2,046 € per person

THE OFFER INCLUDES

  • Four nights accommodation in Athens at 5* Grande Bretagne Hotel in deluxe double room
  • Two nights accommodation in Hydra at 4* Leto Hotel in executive double
  • All transfers/tours by private luxury 9 seater Mercedes minivan including all expenses in all destinations. Mandarin speaking guide will be the driver.
  • Full time concierge service by a mandarin speaking companion including all expenses & tips
  • Visit of Acropolis site and museum including English speaking guide and entrance fees
  • Visit of Epidaurus site including English speaking guide and entrance fees
  • Visit of Delphis site and museum including English speaking guide and entrance fees
  • Visit of Sounio site including entrance fees
  • Boat tickets from Piraeus to Hydra, Hydra to Spetses, Spetses to Hydra and Hydra to Piraeus by speedboat in economy seats

THE OFFER DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • International and domestic flights
  • Drinks, meals and beverages
  • Porters
  • Optional and suggested activities
  • Any other services not mentioned above

IMPORTANT NOTICE

  • Rates are per person
  • All services are subject to availability

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

  • Α 50% deposit per person of the total cost of the customized journey is required at the time of booking, which counts towards the cost of your trip.
  • Balance is due 30 days prior to departure. If balance is not paid up to that date, the trip will be cancelled.
  • If the reservation is made within 30 days before departure, the entire amount of the cost of the trip must be paid at the time of confirmation. Failure to provide full payment according to above outlined schedules will result in cancellation of the Trip, and no refund of payments made to date will be granted.
  • Payments can be accepted:
    Α. By bank transfer to My Odyssey’s international bank accounts
    B. By any major international credit card. In this case there will be a surcharge of 1,8% for VISA credit cards, 1,9% for MASTERCARD, 2,7% for UNIONPAY and 3% for AMERICAN EXPRESS credit cards.

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY

  • 45 days or more before departure will be subject to 50% of the deposit/per person cancellation fee.
  • 44-30 days before departure will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the Customized Trip price.
  • 29-0 days before departure will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the Customized Trip price.
  • An additional 400 Euro non-refundable fee applies for implementing major itinerary changes requested by My Odyssey guests after the contract has been signed by the guest and customized trip itinerary has been finalized and confirmed by both My Odyssey and its guests.
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