The Grandeur of Greece

This private luxury Greek journey will take you from Athens into the Peloponnese and on to the north of Greece, tracing Greek history through its most prominent sites.

You'll begin with 2 nights in Athens to delve into classical Greece and the birthplace of Western civilisation.

From Athens make you way down into the Peloponnese and pay a visit to Mycenae, dating back to Homeric times. You'll also visit Epidaurus and the Corinth Canal on the way to Olympia.

From Olympia head north and pay a visit to the oracle at Delphi before heading up to the monastery at Meteora.

In northern Greece discover Greece's Byzantine heritage in lively Thessaloniki and delve into the Macedonian world of Philip and Alexander the Great in Macedonia.

You'll be staying in boutique hotels throughout and have a private car and guide on all touring.

This Greek holiday can be tailored to suit your exact requirements, so just let us know your ideal trip.

Everything can be adjusted to suit your needs and create your perfect luxury Greece holiday.

Day 1: UK - Athens

Fly from the UK to Athens where you will be met on arrival and transferred to your chosen hotel.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight Athens.

Day 2: Athens

Enjoy a full day private tour of Athens.

This can be tailored to your interests but we suggest focusing on the highlights of classical Athens.

Overnight Athens. Breakfast included.

Day 3: Athens - Olympia

After breakfast, your driver will collect you from your hotel for your journey south into the Argolis region of the Peloponnese.

You'll make a stop to view the Corinth Canal en route to visit historic Mycenea and the ancient theatre at Epidaurus which will take you even further back into Greek history.

Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch and a stroll in the picturesque town of Nafplio, which once was the capital of Greece.

Drive on to Mycenae and visit the Archaeological Site and the Tomb of Agamemnon.

Then depart for Olympia through the Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis.

Arrive at Olympia, cradle of the ancient Olympic Games where you'll have dinner and spend the night.

Overnight Olympia. Breakfast & Dinner included.

Day 4: Olympia - Delphi

In the morning visit the Archaeological Site with the sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum.

Then drive on through the plains of Ilia and Achaia until the magnificent bridge which crosses the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion.

Pass by the picturesque Towns of Nafpactos (Lepanto) and Itea, to arrive in Delphi where you'll have dinner and spend the night.

Overnight Delphi. Breakfast & Dinner included.

Day 5: Delphi - Meteora

In the morning visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi.

Depart for Kalambaka, a small town situated at the foot of the astonishing complex of the Meteora, those gigantic rocks that rise steep from the plain of Thessaly.

Overnight Meteora. Breakfast & Dinner included.

Day 6: Meteora - Thessaloniki

Visit Meteora, the monastic complex seemingly suspended in mid-air and home to exquisite specimens of Byzantine art.

Athens

Dominating the Attica region of Greece, the country’s capital, Athens, is one of the oldest cities in the world.

For over two and a half centuries, the astonishing Greek temples and monuments of Athens have continued to intrigue and amaze visitors from around the world.

This icon of western civilization seamlessly combines ancient history with modern architecture and a surprisingly lively atmosphere.

This is particularly apparent in areas at the foot of the Acropolis, Anafiotika, Plaka, Monastiraki and Thissio where visitors will find numerous extraordinary Neoclassical buildings, trendy and traditional cafes and shops, and narrow winding streets with historical treasures at every turn.

Once you have had a culture fix, try some mouth-watering Greek cuisine at one of the city’s fine local restaurants before indulging in the insatiable nightlife at the chic cocktail bars and waterfront dance clubs.

Olympia

One of the most significant archaeological and tourist destinations in Greece, Olympia is best known as the birthplace of the most important sporting event of all time: the Olympic Games.

Set on the breathtaking Peloponnese Peninsula, with the same name as its ancient site, this sacred area, known as the ‘Valley of the Gods’ contained many treasures of Greek art, such as temples, monuments, altars, theatres and statues - much of which is still evident today in the famous well-preserved ruins.

The ancient site sits alongside a charming little traditional Greek village, which provides all the tourist facilities visitors might desire.

The site was originally not actually a town but a sanctuary, with buildings associated with the annual games and the worship of the gods. Make sure to visit the impressive museums, too.

Delphi

Delphi is situated in southern Greece, about 180 kilometres northwest of the capital of Athens.

This area consists of two separate sites: the modern village of Delphi, where visitors will find lodging and other amenities, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the same name.

This ancient archaeological area, situated on the slopes of legendary Mount Parnassos, is famous as the site of the ancient Delphic Oracle and retains a truly special atmosphere.