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15 Days
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Starts in
Athens (Greece)
Ends in
Chania (Greece)
Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 14, 2026 to MAR 28, 2026 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Insight Vacations sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).
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$4,830.85
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Includes $288.00 of included costs
• $262: Intra Tour Air Athens to Heraklion
• $26: Intra Tour Air Tax Athens to Heraklion
Overview
Bask in the splendors of the ancient world on this 15-day Greece tour. Explore the Acropolis and the Arch of Hadrian in Athens. See where the Olympic Games began in 776 B.C at the Temple of Zeus and in the city of Mycenae, take in the giant Cyclopean stones. Thessaloniki’s markets tempt you with regional delicacies and a local beekeeper invites you to tour his family-run honey farm. On the romantic isle of Crete, stroll medieval towns and get up close and personal with archaeological finds.
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• $262: Intra Tour Air Athens to Heraklion
• $26: Intra Tour Air Tax Athens to Heraklion
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SaturdayMar 28, 2026
SaturdayApr 11, 2026
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unless noted otherwise. Pricing may already reflect the
application of any applicable promotions. Additional
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right to correct errors.
$4,830.85
Includes $288.00 of included costs
• $262: Intra Tour Air Athens to Heraklion
• $26: Intra Tour Air Tax Athens to Heraklion
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Tour Itinerary
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Ancient civilizations dating back to 2700 BC, Greece has lured the most curious of travelers for centuries. Your Insight host meets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel where you have time to settle in. Begin your time on Greece Undiscovered joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers over a delightful evening of Greek favorites and wine.
Sites so iconic they will leave you spellbound, starting with the Acropolis, one of the most important ancient sites in the Western world. Crowning the top is the Parthenon, visible from almost everywhere in the city. View the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held, Hadrian’s Arch, Temple of Zeus, Parliament building, the tomb of the unknown soldier and the trilogy of Athens. This evening, choose to join an optional dinner experience in lively Psiri.
Embark north from Athens to the mountain pass and battle site of Thermopylae. Learn how at this very spot King Leonidas led his Spartan army, along with fellow Greek soldiers, into battle against the Persians in 480 B.C. See the memorial dedicated to Leonidas and his Spartans as you pay homage. Your next stop is the archaeological park of Ancient Dion, located at the foot of Mount Olympus, the mythical home of the 12 Greek Gods illuminated by your Local Expert. Hear the insightful stories and myths of this fascinating site also known as the city of Zeus. This afternoon’s destination is Thessaloniki, Greece's second largest city. After settling in, enjoy dinner in a local restaurant with northern Greek cuisine.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:MonAsty, Thessaloniki
Day 4
Thessaloniki, the Foodie Capital
From ancient archaeological sites to contemporary art exhibitions, the port city of Thessaloniki is yours to discover today with Insight Choice. Explore with a Local Expert, walking the quaint narrow streets of the old town or “Ano Poli” to take in views of the city below. Spot the landmark White Tower, the Rotunda Monument and the beautiful church of Saint Demetrius. Alternatively, indulge your foodie side with your Travel Director, sampling local delicacies along the way. On your walking tour of the city’s markets, taste treats such sesame rings, fragrant cheeses, cured meats and the famous bougatsa - a creamy custard and filo pastry dessert. Conclude your excursion with the stroll along the harbor, enveloped in a sea breeze and views of the White Tower.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:MonAsty, Thessaloniki
Day 5
Vergina, Metsovo and on to Ioannina
Full of curiosities, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Vergina – historically known as Aigai – is a treasure trove of important remains including a monumental palace and burial ground with more than 300 tumuli. Your Local Expert reveals the excavations and the tomb where Alexander the Great’s father Philippos is believed to be buried. Continue your discovery at the Polycentric Museum of Aigai, where you can peruse artifacts of the life, culture and history of the Kingdom of Macedonia. Culinary delights await as you visit the traditional mountain town of Metsovo, famous for its cheese and grilled meats as well as stone architecture. Stroll at your leisure and perhaps sample some of the local fare before arriving at your hotel in the lakeside town of Ioannina for dinner.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Du Lac, Ioannina
Day 6
Picturesque Ioannina
The town of Ioannina will inspire the mind of any curious traveler. Delve into its history as you walk within the castle walls of the old fortified city, the Kastro, punctuated with ancient towers. From striking architecture to natural beauty, admire the stunning Lake Pamvotis before hopping on a local boat to cruise to the Island of Ioannina. This car-free escape invites you to stroll along quiet streets, visit the Ali Pasha Museum, and explore the Monastery of Saint Nicholas of Philanthropinoi. Savor the good life and perhaps treat yourself to freshly made baklava.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Du Lac, Ioannina
Day 7
Venetian town of Nafpaktos to Galaxidi
The Winter version of this tour will overnight in Delphi. The site of the Great Sea battle of Lepanto, scenery and history are revealed on your visit to the Venetian town of Nafpaktos. Begin your discovery exploring the sights and insights where the 1571 Battle of Lepanto in the bay of Nafpaktou marked the victory of the Spanish Empire and their European allies against the Ottoman Empire. The Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes even played a role in the battle and lost his left hand. Nafpaktos Port, once used to defend the city, is now home to gorgeous private yachts. Admire the yachts, an old lighthouse and two statues depicting the Greek national hero Anemogiannis and Cervantes. Continue your travels to Galaxidi en route Delphi, your home for the next two nights on your Greece tour, where you’ll unwind sampling local dishes at a restaurant.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Amalia Hotel Delphi
Day 8
Delphi with a Local
No visit to Greece is complete without a trip to Delphi. Ascend the Sacred Way of Delphi, once lined with offertory temples, with your Local Expert. Pass the Parian marble Treasury of the Athenians and Polygonal Wall, with its interlocking stones still intact after thousands of years. Approach the Temple of Apollo where for 14 centuries the mysterious Oracle of Delphi breathed her ‘words,' rumored to have predicted events related to the Argonauts expedition and the Trojan War.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Amalia Hotel Delphi
Day 9
On to Nafplion
With the impressive Rio–Antirio bridge—one of the longest in Europe—guiding your journey, travel into the heart of the Peloponnese. In Nemea, enjoy a light lunch and sample the region’s renowned wines during a guided tasting. Continue to a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at an organic beekeeping facility, where you’ll meet a local family dedicated to pollinator conservation and sustainable honey production. Arrive in Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece, where your Travel Director introduces you to the elegant charm of the Old Town. Stroll past neoclassical facades draped in bougainvillea, through lively squares and narrow laneways, before catching sight of the hilltop Palamidi fortress, bathed in golden light as day turns to dusk.
Classical Greek culture is revealed on your visit to the ruined city of Mycenae with a Local Expert. Gain insight into these ruins of the two of the greatest cities of the Mycenaean civilization, which helped shape classical Greek culture and are closely linked to Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey. Walk through the Lion Gate, visit the royal beehive tombs and see the giant Cyclopean stones used to build the city walls. Continue your exploration of the ancient world visiting the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus, one of the best-preserved amphitheatres in Greece. Built in the 4th century BC, the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus was once a sacred healing center, attracting visitors seeking treatment from resident priests. Today, the theater is best known for its excellent acoustics due to the steps’ “acoustic traps” and is still in use for live performances. Before returning to Nafplion, stop at a local olive oil grove to learn about the olive oil-making process and enjoy a tasting of extra virgin olive oil, a staple of the Mediterranean diet.
Rich in history and natural beauty, Crete lives up to its name, “the island of the gods.” Travel to Athens crossing the mighty engineering feat, the Corinth Canal, for your flight to Crete, your home for the next four nights. In Heraklion, enjoy an orientation walking tour viewing sites such as the ‘Koules’ fortress, Venetian Loggia, Morosini Fountain, Basilica of St Mark, Churcof Agios Titus, the medieval Monastery of St Catherine and the Cathedral of Agios Minas. You’ve surely worked up an appetite and Cretan cuisine is traditionally considered some of the best in Greece. This evening, sample local dishes accompanied by the “fiery” local drink, raki.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Megaron, Heraklion
Day 12
Heraklion history with a Local
Ancient ruins, sea, sand and sun, the island of Crete has lured historians and travelers just like you. Get up close and personal exploring the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the largest of the surviving Minoan palaces. Cited as the birthplace of the first civilization of Europe - the Minoans - you’ll uncover ancient treasures including the Central Court, Throne Room, Grand Staircase and fresco of the ‘Prince of the Lilies.’ Perhaps imagine the Cretan legend of the Minotaur who lived in the Labyrinth and was slain by Theseus. Further your discovery of Crete's rich history with a visit to the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, accompanied by a Local Expert. Gain deeper insight into the island’s culture and heritage as you view remarkable artifacts from Knossos, astounded by the intricate details preserved for thousands of years.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Megaron, Heraklion
Day 13
Rethymno and on to Chania
One of the best-preserved medieval towns in Greece and one of the most beautiful towns in Crete, Rethymno will enchant even the most curious of travelers. Take a walking tour of the city. Follow a cobbled alleyway lined with bougainvillea to a charming cafe and step through a stone arch to a courtyard dotted with olive trees. View the 16th-century Venetian fortress overlooking the town. While the fort was penetrated on the 22nd day of the Turkish siege, you can still admire the bastions, ramparts and underground munitions vaults. Conclude your visit with a look at the quaint lighthouse before arriving in Chania for the night.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Samaria, Chania
Day 14
Chania, The Old Town
A fusion of Venetian and Ottoman archaeology, delve into the history of the town of Chania with your Local Expert. Visit the most important monuments of the old town and the Ottoman district of Splantzia. Stroll through bustling Splantzia Square with a bohemian vibe evident in the local cafes and shops and view the Church of Agios Nikolaos in the current Plateia 1821. Then explore the Jewish district, home to the famous Etz Hayyim synagogue, the only surviving and functioning in Crete. Stroll along the beautiful harbor and perhaps stop at the one of the many cafes on the quayside for a well-earned rest. This afternoon, you have the option for a dramatic finish to your tour with a cruise along the Cretan coast (summer departures only). This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner in a traditional Cretan restaurant.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Samaria, Chania
Day 15
Farewell Greece
Sadly, all good things must come to an end. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the Chania airport for your onward flight.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
More Details
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Travelers Notes
* NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 2. Please refer to the below invoice notes section in order to review the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations fees policies.* ARRIVAL: Complimentary arrival transfers depart Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) at 11:00 and 16:00 on the first day of the tour. Guests should arrive at least 2 hours before the last transfer time.* DEPARTURE: Complimentary departure transfers arrive at Chania International Airport (CHQ) on the last day of the tour at 06:30 and 09:30.* TRANSFERS: Guests booking independent hotel nights will need to make their own transfer arrangements.* INTERNAL FLIGHTS: For internal flights, luggage allowance is limited to 1 suitcase per guest (maximum of 50lbs/23Kg) and 1 piece of hand luggage per guest (17lbs/8Kg).* PLEASE NOTE: The day 2 MTM Turtle Sanctuary Visit has been removed. Instead on day 6 a visit to Ali Pasha museum in Ioannina will be included. Please note that there is still a MTM included on the trip - Day 8 MTM Meet the Beekeepers in Delphi which is remaining. * UNITED KINGDOM: Traveling or transiting through the UK & Northern Ireland after January 8, 2025? A new Electronic Travel Authorization ETA is required for entry and transit, if you need to go through border control. For more details & to apply for the ETA visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta.* GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operated by Ground Handler, Siva Travel.
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