DELPHI & MONASTERIES (03 Days)
The Tholos at the sanctuary of Athena Pronaia in Delphi, Greece, was a circular building constructed between 380 and 360 BC.
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The ruins of Delphi
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Monastery of Saint Barbara in Meteora, above the town of Kalambaka, Greece.
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The monasteries are built on spectacular natural sandstone rock pillars, at the northwestern edge of the Plain of Thessaly near the Peneios river and Pindus Mountains, in central Greece. The Meteora is home to six monasteries and is included on the UNESCO
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Duration: 03 Days / 02 Nights
Run: Tuesday, Wednesday & Sunday (03rd April to 30th October)
DAY 01 – Delphi
Leave Athens early in the morning (approx. 08:20) to Delphi via the National highway, passing by the towns of Thebes - Levadia (quick Stop) and Arachova. Visit to the Museum of Delphi with its Spectacular finds including the World famous Charioteer, the Naxian Sphinx, the Statue of Antinoos, then to the Ancient Sanctuary of the Greek God Apollo. Afternoon is free. Overnight & Dinner in Delphi.
DAY 02 – Kalambaka and Meteora Monasteries
Morning is free in Delphi. Departure to Kalambaka, a small town built at the foot of majestic grey rocks, and crowned by the Meteora Monasteries. Passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece. Overnight & Dinner in Kalambaka (Meteora)
DAY 03 – Meteora
Visit to Meteora and enjoy a unique and most impressive scenery with ageless monasteries, containing priceless historical and religious treasures, standing between Earth and Heaven, rooted on huge rocks. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopile (passing by the Leonidas monument). Arriving in Athens early in the evening.
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Please take note of the following:
* A combination of any islands and the mainland can be put together
* 30% discount for children below the age 7, free for the ages 0-2
* Ladies for the Visit of the Meteora Monasteries need to have a Skirt and Gentlemen long Trousers
What's Included:
* Hotel accommodations in choice of preferred class, including breakfasts and dinners
* All noted sightseeing tours on regular group guided basis
* Professional Tour Guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism
* Entrance fees to the archaeological sites and museums, parking and road tolls
* Required land transport by A/C non-smoking tour coach
* Local taxes and handling services
* Tour Package Service Insurance
What's NOT Included:
* International flights to/from Greece and personal travel insurance, any other expenses not noted in the above included section or airport tax, visa for Greece (if required), any tips to guide, driver or staff at hotels, items of a personal nature, hotel extras (minibar, telephone/internet usage, laundry, etc), drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical services.
Tour Rates:
* A Class Hotels - In Single Room for One Person EURO 408.00
* A Class Hotels - In Twin or Triple Room Sharing Per Person EURO 342.00
* C Class Hotels - In Single Room for One Person EURO 343.00
* C Class Hotels - In Twin or Triple Room Sharing Per Person EURO 289.00
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