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Journeys: Discover Greece
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Length
12 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Athens (Greece)
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Ends in
Athens (Greece)
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Available Tour Start Dates
JUN 7, 2026 to OCT 19, 2026
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
National Geographic
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam - all without sacrificing comfort., Small GroupGroup trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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Overview
Step back in time on a journey to Greece, where iconic ruins bring ancient history to life. Explore the awe-inspiring monuments of Athens and the stunning Cyclades islands; and run and jump in the footsteps of ancient Greek athletes at the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Then venture to the olive-covered hills and rugged coasts of the Peloponnese, where some of Homer's Iliad and Odyssey played out; and savour the delightfully fresh flavours of Greek cuisine.
Visited During Tour
Athens (Greece) | Delphi (Greece) | Nafplio / Nafplion (Greece) | Naxos (Greece) | Olympia (Greece) | Santorini (Greece)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code EGANG-7525
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1Athens
Arrive at any time.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Your opportunity to meet your National Geographic Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: Ilisia Hotel Athens -
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2Athens
Considered the cradle of Western civilization, Athens is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Explore the iconic Acropolis with an archaeologist guide and wander among the columns of the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena. Continue to the ancient Agora-where Athenians gathered to discuss the affairs of the day-and listen to our guide bring these timeless ruins to life. Afterwards, be enriched and refreshed with drinks and a tour of local non-profit cafe, Shedia Home.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Ancient Athens Tour with an Archaeologist
Embark on a guided tour of the Acropolis - one of the world's most important and impressive ancient sites. A local archaeologist serves as your guide to discover the architectural wonders of ancient Athens. Stop at the Parthenon, a Greek temple built for the Goddess Athena in 447 BC. After, continue to the former marketplace of old Athens, the Ancient Agora, which was built in the first century BC.
Tour of Shedia Home and a Beverage
Take time to relax at Shedia Home, a non-profit cafe providing purpose and employment to over 150 individuals experiencing homelessness in Athens. You'll enjoy a drink while one of Shedia's guides recounts the recent history of Greece's financial crisis which has made initiatives like Shedia even more important for those who have found themselves without work and shelter. Your stop here supports their programs - including the cafe, art program, and magazine - all dedicated to supporting the community.
Free Time
Enjoy a free evening in Athens.
Accommodations: Ilisia Hotel Athens -
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3Athens/Delphi
Take free time to explore Athens on your own, or choose to visit the National Garden. Afterward, journey to Delphi, home to the Temple of Apollo-seat of the fabled oracle of Delphi and considered the center of the world by the ancients.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Free Time
Head out and explore this ancient city.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Delphi Orientation Walk
Enjoy a brief orientation walk with your Expedition Leader, then enjoy a free evening in the ancient city of Delphi.
Accommodations: Amalia Hotel Delphi1Optional Activities for Day 3
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4Delphi/Olympia
Explore mystical Delphi on a guided tour, then continue discovering the ruins on your own and visit the Archaeological Museum of Delphi to admire the many artifacts discovered at the site. Travel along the breathtaking Gulf of Corinth, crossing into the Peloponnese via the Rio-Antirrio bridge, an impressively long multi-span cable-stay bridge. Wind your way to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and channel your inner champion as you discover this remarkable site, where ancient Greek athletes would gather every four years to compete in a series of sporting events honoring Zeus.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Guided Tour of Ancient Delphi
Visit the ancient city of Delphi, at the base of Mount Parnassos. The UNESCO World Heritage Site includes ancient buildings like treasuries, a stadium, a gymnasium, an altar, hippodrome and the Temple of Apollo.
Visit to Delphi Archaeological Museum
Spend some time at the Delphi Archaeological Museum, one of the most visited collections of ancient Greek sculpture and art. See the marble Sphinx of Naxos, the 6th-century 'twins of Argos' and the famous bronze Charioteer, a life-size statue which celebrates victory in the Pythian Games of approx. 475 BC.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: Olympic Village Hotel Olympia -
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5Olympia/Nafplio
Browse the Olympia Museum this morning with your guide, then travel to Nafplio, a charming port town and the first capital of modern Greece. In Nafplio, lose yourself in the winding lanes of the old town, and take in glimpses of the sapphire-hued Aegean Sea from the hilltops.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Guided Visit to Olympia Archaeological Site and Museum
Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, lies in a lush valley filled with symbolic ruins and captivating landscapes. Wander through the ancient olive groves to see remains of the Temple of Hera (today the starting point of the Olympic torch relay), the Temple of Zeus (a model for the development of Doric architecture) and the great Stadium of Olympia. Visit the nearby Archaeological Museum, whose collection spans over 3,500 years of Greek history. Here, find sculptures depicting Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, Zeus and Ganymede, and Nike of Paionios.
Accommodations: Zakros Hotel Tolon -
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6Nafplio
Embark on an excursion to the Bronze Age city of Mycenae, where the legendary king Agamemnon ruled. Take a guided tour of the ruins, enclosed within Cyclopean walls, and enter the citadel through the famed Lion Gate-one of Europe's oldest monumental sculptures. Return to Nafplio and enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Opt to climb up to the Akronafplia fortress, or hit the beach.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Guided Tour of Mycenae
Visit the famous Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and archaeological site with spectacular ruins and a treasury. Once a major settlement of Greek civilization, Mycenae was occupied during the Neolithic period around 4000 BC, and is linked to the mythology in Homer's epics the Iliad and the Odyssey.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Explore the seaside town of Nafplio with some free time this evening.
Accommodations: Zakros Hotel Tolon1Optional Activities for Day 6
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7Athens/Naxos
Drive back to Athens, stopping en route at the ancient site of Epidaurus and the ruins of Corinth, where the Christian apostle Paul is said to have visited in the first century A.D. From Athens, board a ferry to the Cyclades islands. Relax on board, enjoying sparkling views of the sea, and disembark at Naxos, the largest island in the archipelago.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private bus.
Visit to Epidavros
Visit Epidavros, highly regarded as one of the most renowned of Greek ancient sites. The site houses a huge, well-preserved theatre famous for its incredible acoustics, as well as the remains of an important medical sanctuary.
Ancient Corinth Ruins
Stop by the Ancient Corinth Ruins, a major centre of Greek antiquity. With its location on the coast, the city of Corinth gained immense wealth from trading goods and services, which led to the construction of Acrocorinth (the acropolis on the hill) and a wall that surrounded the ancient city.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Accommodations: Naxos Palace Hotel -
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8Naxos
The Cyclades are known around the word for their dazzling white villages and golden beaches. On Naxos, while away your time exploring the storybook old town; opt to walk to the emblematic Temple of Apollo, overlooking the sea; or stretch out on a sandy beach.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Náxos Orientation Walk
Enjoy a brief orientation walk with your Expedition Leader.
Free Time
Enjoy a free day to explore this stunning gem in the Cyclades.
Accommodations: Naxos Palace Hotel3Optional Activities for Day 8
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9Santorini
Catch a ferry to postcard-perfect Santorini. Get to know this much-photographed isle at your own pace, discovering candy-colored doorways and sugar-cube buildings; and take in a spectacular sunset from the village of Oia. Savor the taste of local produce-marked by the island's volcanic soil-or unwind at the beach.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Upon checking into our hotel, enjoy some free time.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Accommodations: Santorini Palace1Optional Activities for Day 9
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10Santorini
This morning, sail Santorini's breathtaking sunken caldera, and learn about the volcanic origins of the surrounding crescent-shaped ring of islands. Later, enjoy free time to explore Santorini.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Santorini Volcanic Sailing Excursion and Hot Springs
Board a boat for an excursion around the bays of Santorini, taking in the beauty of the coast in all its splendour. On this half-day cruise, you'll have lots of time to relax on deck, hike to the top of a volcano (if you so choose), and take a dip in the thermal waters of Palea Kameni island.
Free Time
There's lots to see and do. Get out and explore!
Accommodations: Santorini Palace2Optional Activities for Day 10
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11Santorini/Athens
Fly back to Athens for an adventure in Greek cookery. Head out with a local expert to a teaching kitchen and learn how to craft mezze, a platter of appetizers commonly served in southeast Europe and the Middle East. Wash down these tasty snacks with a glass of ouzo, an anise-flavored liqueur, and cheer our journey with your best "opa!"
Due to strict weight restrictions, plan on packing light for your flight. Because of current weight limits and the inability to add on more weight, checked baggage should be no heavier than 15kg, and hand luggage should weigh no more than 6kg.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Athens Culinary Mezze Experience
Go on a culinary journey in Athens with a local chef. Learn how to make authentic Greek mezze (sharing dishes) such as dolmades (rice-stuffed vine leaves), imam baildi (stuffed eggplants), and spanakopita (spinach pies). You'll also create a carrot tzatziki - a twist on the classic yogurt dip - to accompany the dishes and finish off the class with the sweet treat of portokalopita (orange phyllo cake). Sit down with your fellow "chefs" to indulge in your delicious creations for dinner and toast with a shot of ouzo.
Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Accommodations: Ilisia Hotel Athens -
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12Athens
Depart at any time.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your Expedition Leader can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Journeys: Discover Greece tour:
Athens
Ilisia Hotel Athens
Location
Michalakopolou 25
Athens, Greece-11528
Other Details
- Restaurant, Free Internet
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Delphi
Amalia Hotel Delphi
Location
Apollonos str. 1
Delphi, Greece-330 54
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Naxos
Naxos Palace Hotel
Location
Naxos
Naxos, Greece-843 00
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Olympia
Olympic Village Hotel Olympia
Location
Olympia, Elis Region Ilia
Olympia, Greece-27065
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Santorini
Santorini Palace
Location
Unnamed Road
Santorini, Greece-847 00
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Tolo
Zakros Hotel Tolon
Location
Tolo
Tolo, Greece-21056
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Journeys: Discover Greece tour:
Group Size
Max 16, avg 12
What's Included
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Ancient Athens Tour with an Archaeologist, AthensYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Athens Culinary Mezze Experience, AthensYour G for Good Moment: Tour of Shedia Home and a Beverage, AthensYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group. Guided visit of Acropolis and Parthenon. Guided tour of Ancient Delphi. Delphi Archaeological Museum visit. Olympia Archaeological Site and Museum visit. Guided tour of Mycenae. Epidaurus and Ancient Corinth Ruins visit. Santorini Sailing Excursion. Orientation walks in Athens, Delphi and Naxos. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Highlights
Explore the ancient temples of the Acropolis, Discover the Mycenae citadel on the mythical Peloponnese peninsula, Cruise to Naxos and Santorini, Explore white-washed towns and golden-sand beaches, Learn how to put together a platter of mezze with a local expert
Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your Expedition Leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Optional Activities
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Athens- National Garden VisitNafplio- Acronafplia Fortress Visit (Free)Naxos- Portara (Temple of Apollo)- Beach Time in Naxos- Local Village VisitSantorini- Museum of Prehistoric Thera (10EUR per person)- Volcano Tour- Akrotiri Ancient Ruins Visit (20EUR per person)
Accommodation Summary
Hotels - 11 nts.
Meals Included
11 breakfasts, 1 dinner
What are the meals like on this trip?
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your Expedition Leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. For Independent trips please check the itinerary for details of meals included. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Group Leader
National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout, local guides.
What is the group leader like?
All National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures group trips are accompanied by a National Geographic Expedition Leader. The aim of the Expedition Leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
International Flights
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.
Transportation
Ferry, private vehicle, plane, walking.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Checklist
Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso 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)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
Are there any additional packing suggestions I should consider?
We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.) It should also be noted that baggage should adhere to strict airline weight limits - 15kg for checked luggage and 6kg for hand luggage.
When can I do my laundry on this trip?
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge or ask your Expedition Leader where the closest laundromat is. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Service Level
Upgraded: Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
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