Das Beste von Griechenland

Das Beste von Griechenland

• Trip code: 424X106
• Dauer: 15
• Stil: Classic

Wenn man eine Reise „Das Beste von Griechenland“ nennt, muss man natürlich sicherstellen, dass das Beste Griechenlands dabei ist. Diese Reise hält, garantiert, was sie verspricht: Wir haben die besten Programmpunkte der besten Reisen in der Region genommen und eine umfassende Tour zur Wiege der Zivilisation daraus gemacht, bei der die Vergangenheit und Gegenwart gleichermaßen erkundet werden. Die Must-Sees Athen und Delphi sind dabei, die berühmte Samariá-Schlucht, persönliche Begegnungen in kleinen Dörfern auf Kreta und die sanfte Brise bei Sonnenuntergang auf Santorini. Entdecke Griechenland in seiner zeitlosen Schönheit mit uns.

Übersicht

Group Leader

CEO während der ganzen Reise, lokale Guides

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Besuch bei Shedia Home und ein Getränk, Athens
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Foodie-Moment: Cooking Class Athens, Athens. Athens orientation walk. Guided tour of the Acropolis and Parthenon. Acropolis and Parthenon entrance fees. Visit the site of Thermopylae Information Center. Guided tour of Ancient Delphi. Visit the Corinth Canal. Samariá Gorge hike. Beach time at Agia Roumeli and Loutro. Palace of Knossos visit. Orientaion walk of Fira. Caldera walk from Fira to Oia on Santorini. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Introduction

Wenn man eine Reise „Das Beste von Griechenland“ nennt, muss man natürlich sicherstellen, dass das Beste Griechenlands dabei ist. Diese Reise hält, garantiert, was sie verspricht: Wir haben die besten Programmpunkte der besten Reisen in der Region genommen und eine umfassende Tour zur Wiege der Zivilisation daraus gemacht, bei der die Vergangenheit und Gegenwart gleichermaßen erkundet werden. Die Must-Sees Athen und Delphi sind dabei, die berühmte Samariá-Schlucht, persönliche Begegnungen in kleinen Dörfern auf Kreta und die sanfte Brise bei Sonnenuntergang auf Santorini. Entdecke Griechenland in seiner zeitlosen Schönheit mit uns

Meals Included

14 Frühstück, 1 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD555-725 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Start / Finish

Athens nach Santorini

Group Size Notes

Max. 16, im Schnitt 12

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Optional Activities

Athens
- Besuch auf dem Syntagma-Platz (Verfassungsplatz) (Gratis)
- Besuch des Archäologischen Nationalmuseums (12EUR pro Person)
- Ancient Agora Visit (20EUR pro Person)
- Morgendliche Radtour durch Athen (35EUR pro Person)
- Besuch im Akropolis-Museum

Meteora
- Ausflug nach Meteora bei Sonnenaufgang (30EUR pro Person)
- Guided Meteora Monasteries Hiking Tour
- Naturkundemuseum Meteora (7EUR pro Person)

Náfplio
- Festung Bourtzi (7EUR pro Person)
- Archäologisches Museum (10EUR pro Person)
- Kriegsmuseum (3EUR pro Person)
- Besichtigung der Festung Acronafplia (Gratis)
- Besuch der Palamidi-Festung (20EUR pro Person)
- Besichtigung von Tiryns (10EUR pro Person)

Epídavros
- Führung durch Epidavros (20EUR pro Person)

Mycenae
- Besuch von Mykene (20EUR pro Person)

Chaniá
- Strand Koum Kapi (Gratis)
- Venezianischer Hafen (Gratis)
- Archäologisches Museum Chania (15EUR pro Person)
- Meeresmuseum Kreta (5EUR pro Person)

Agia Roumeli
- Schwimmen (Gratis)

Loutro
- Strand Marmara (Gratis)
- Wanderung in der Aradena-Schlucht (Gratis)
- Kajakfahren (10EUR pro Person)
- Schwimmen (Gratis)

Santorini
- Akrotiri Ancient Ruins Visit (20EUR pro Person)
- Museum of Prehistoric Thera (10EUR pro Person)
- Dorfbesuch in Imerovigli (Gratis)
- Kreuzfahrt bei Sonnenuntergang vor Santorini
- Vulkantour

Accommodation

Hotels (14 Nächte)

Highlights

Entdecke die griechische Geschichte und Kultur, bewundere fantastische antike und moderne Bauwerke, erkunde alte Städte und idyllische Dörfer, lass dir frischen Fisch schmecken, während die Sonne über dem Mittelmeer untergeht, tauche ein in die Kultur von Kreta

Transport

Ferry, local bus, private van, train, plane

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Athens

Arrive at any time

Day 2 Athens

Enjoy a free morning to immerse yourself deeper into this historical city; opt to visit the new Acropolis Museum, the Ancient Agora, or the National Archaeological Museum. In the evening start with a refreshment stop at a local non-profit cafe, Shedia Home and explore the city on a guided walking tour to the Parthenon and Acropolis along the way. Afterwards attend a cooking class with a local chef and enjoy a dinner of your creations

Day 3 Athens/Meteora

Travel north from Athens by bus and train to Kalampaka, the perfect base for visiting the monasteries and the area of Meteora

Day 4 Meteora

Spend a full free day in the area. Head out and visit the mountain top monasteries on your own by bus or pre-book the Meteora Monasteries Hiking Tour to do it on foot with a local guide

Day 5 Meteora/Delphi

After breakfast, transfer to the site of Thermopylae and Information Centre to learn of the famous battle that helped create the Greece we know today. Continue on to Delphi for an orientation walk before touring Ancient Delphi with a local guide. Spend the evening as you wish with free time

Day 6 Delphi/Náfplio

Travel Nafplio with a stop at the Corinth Canal on the way. Take part in a brief orientation walk then spend the evening exploring the cobblestone streets with free time. Opt to climb the Acronafplia to take in the views

Day 7 Náfplio/Athens

Enjoy free time to explore Napflio and the surrounding areas. Choose to visit Epidavros, as well as the nearby site of Mycenae then transfer in the late afternoon to Athens for the night

Day 8 Athens/Chaniá

Hop on a flight from Athens to Chania. After dropping your bags at the hotel, get your bearings on an orientation walk and then take the rest of the day to explore or to relax at one of the many harbour-side cafés

Day 9 Chaniá/Agia Roumeli

Travel by private transfer and ferry. Relax on the beach or opt to rent a kayak and explore secluded beaches and coves

Day 10 Agia Roumeli/Loutro

Hike in the Samariá Gorge. Return with time to take a refreshing dip in the crystal clear water of Southern Crete. In the late afternoon catch a ferry to the town of Loutro for the night

Day 11 Loutro

Take advantage of a free day for exploring the area. Head out for a swim and savour tasty seafood meals at secluded restaurants, or choose to hike Aradine Gorge

Day 12 Loutro/Irákleion

Travel to Heraklion. Enjoy a visit to Knossos, site of a Minoan palace and residence of King Minos. Enjoy the rest of the day on your own with free time

Day 13 Irákleion/Santorini

Hop on a ferry to beautiful and iconic island of Santorini. Get your bearings after arriving on an orientation walk of the town of Fira with your CEO. Then head out on a spectacular walk along the caldera from Fira to Oia with incredible views over the Mediterranean. Take in the sunset and then return to the hotel in the evening

Day 14 Santorini

Enjoy a free day to explore Santorini. Opt for a half-day volcano tour, shopping, relaxing on the beach, or make your way to the crater's rim to savour the breathtaking view. If the mood suits, soak up the sunset on a pre-bookable sunset Oia cruise

Day 15 Santorini

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Athens

We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city.

There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. Please note - if you plan to take part in the Athens Bike Tour, an additional day in Athens is recommended

Day 2 Athens

Day 3 Athens/Meteora

Perched on high cliffs there are monasteries built on immense natural pillars and make for a once-in-a-lifetime sight.

Day 4 Meteora

Day 5 Meteora/Delphi

Travel through mountain scenery around Mt Parnassos to Delphi.

Enjoy a visit to the ancient city of Delphi, then spend the evening exploring the charming little town or relaxing in a small café enjoying the views of the nearby valley.

Day 6 Delphi/Náfplio

Described as one of Greece's prettiest towns, the narrow pedestrian streets of old town are begging to be strolled upon.

Day 7 Náfplio/Athens

There is a wealth of ancient sites to explore within easy reach of Nafplio on a free day such as Epidavros, which is highly regarded as one of the most renowned of Greek ancient sites. Or choose to visit the famous Mycenae, also close by, with its spectacular treasury and ruins, or for another lesser-known Mycenean site visit Tiryns, just in the suburbs of Nafplio itself.

Day 8 Athens/Chaniá

Wander the streets of the old town with its fascinating blend of ancient and modern Turkish and Venetian architecture, reflecting the diverse history of the island.

Day 9 Chaniá/Agia Roumeli

Connected with neighbouring towns by sea or footpaths, the town has retained its charm. Enjoy time for swimming or relaxing on the beach.

Day 10 Agia Roumeli/Loutro

The majestic scenery, crystal-clear Mediterranean water, friendly people and peaceful atmosphere all make Loutro an ideal place to relax. Please bring a day pack with any essentials needed during the hike, and ensure to wear proper hiking attire

Day 11 Loutro

Day 12 Loutro/Irákleion

Explore the impressive ruins of the Knossos palace complex offering a glimpse into the sophisticated architecture, art, and culture of the Minoans, dating back to around 2000 BC.

Day 13 Irákleion/Santorini

Fira, the main town, sits perched on the edge of the caldera with breathtaking views of multi-coloured cliffs, sugar-cube architecture, and great shopping.

Day 14 Santorini

Day 15 Santorini