BEST 3-Day CLASSICAL GREECE: Corinth Epidaurus Olympia Delphi
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Επισκόπηση
From the first healing center at Epidaurus to the tombs of Mycenae, to breathtaking Olympia and the center of the ancient world at Delphi, as well as the impressive Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Medieval Nafplio. No less impressive is the natural beauty of the accompanying locations as you sit back & relax along the way in full leather comfort in one of our new Mercedes E-Class Sedans or Luxury Class Minivans with WiFi and chilled bottled water.
In addition to our basic High Standard (Gold Package), choose the hassle-free option to add a 3-course Traditional Greek Lunch in one of the best local restaurants (Platinum Package), or further tailor your tour to include an Expert Archaeological Guide at one or more of the sites (on request).
Η εκδρομή με μια ματιά
Τι περιλαμβάνεται
- Minimum 4-Star or Boutique style Hotels with breakfast
- DISCOUNT PACKAGE: Superior Class Sedan, Mercedes Minivan or Sprinter. Depending on group size
- Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
- GOLD PACKAGE: Luxury EClass Mercedes Sedan, Minivan or Sprinter depending on group size
- PLATINUM PACKAGE: EClass Mercedes Sedan, Minivan or Sprinter depending on group size; 3-Course Lunch
Δεν περιλαμβάνεται
- Entrance Fees
- Expert Licensed Archaeological Guides. Available on request at one or more sites
- Pickup from Airport & areas outside Athens on request. May require a supplement.
Ημέρα προς ημέρα
- Corinth Canal Our first stop is at the impressive Corinth canal as your driver describes its many interesting ill-fated and varied History’s from Ancient times to the present.
- Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos) After a short drive further into the Peloponnese we stop to explore the beautifully preserved remains of Ancient Corinth, one of Greece’s most powerful and influential city states of Antiquity. Stroll through the streets, temples, markets, and fountains in the footsteps of the Classical Greeks, Ancient Romans & St. Paul before you. Refreshments & rest stops are also on hand at the local Cafes at its entrance if needed.
- Archaeological Site Mycenae Next we come to the imposing remains of Ancient Mycenae, one of the most important sites in the development of Ancient Greece. Home to the citadel of the legendary Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks during the Trojan War. The ‘Mycenaean period,’ from 1600 to 1100 BC, references this ancient city, indicating its importance in Greek civilization. Pass through the 20-foot-wide (6-meter) city walls, enter the Lion’s Gate to Agamemnon’s throne room, and explore the very buildings of his palace and enter into the awe-inspiring treasury of Atreus, You will also have the time to visit the modern on-site museum housing the many precious artifacts uncovered from the site.
- The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus After a short drive through olive fields & small countryside roads our next stop is at the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Asklepios, first healing centre of the Ancient World. You will also see the impressive Theatre of Epidaurus, one of the most visited ancient sites in Greece. The temple and theatre date from the 4th century and feature masterpieces of classical Greek architecture. Join the other visitors who test its world famous acoustics with a poem or a song
- Nafplio After the many sites of the morning we enjoy lunch in the beautiful medieval & historical port city of Nafplio by the sea with views to the Venetian castle of Bourtzi in the bay. This city has a definite artistic feel so take time for a stroll and explore the many local craft shops & boutiques of the charming old city before your evenings onward travel to your hotel in Olympia and the comfort of your specially selected Boutique or 4-Star Hotel
- Archaeological Site of Olympia Our morning is dedicated to Ancient Olympia, and one of the most magical locations in Greece. Famous for its Olympic Games of antiquity you will see the places where the original athletes were taught & trained, and go through the tunnel to emerge in the stadium in which they competed. The site is still home to the Temple of Zeus and Hera where the Olympic Flame is lit, workshop of Phidias, and an extensive Museum containing significant masterpieces from the site.
- Charilaos Trikoupis Rio-Antirrio Bridge After Olympia we head to the west coast to find one of the longest suspension bridges in the world & a great fete of engineering as we travel over this impressive landmark connecting the Peloponnese back to the Greek mainland on your way to Delphi
- Nafpaktos Old Port Stunningly beautiful picture postcard Venetian port, & perfect lunch stop. Nafpaktos is a little known village you will never forget. Seemingly forgotten & untouched by tourism with a Medieval charm and a fairy-tale vibe. Overlooked from the hillside above, its 15thCentury Venetian Castle is a reminder of its former Historic importance, from the time of the Crusades & stretching back to the Peloponnesian wars of Antiquity.
- Galaxidi Lying by the sea near the ancient port of Delphi, this beautiful village is an ideal location to spend your evening wandering through the pretty streets, cafes & restaurants with sea views away from the more mass touristic feel of Delphi. A warm welcome awaits you as well as amazing local and authentic cuisine.
- Delphi Inset on wide terraces along the hillside we are fortunate that the landslides of previous centuries preserved much of the ancient remains for us to witness including the 4th century BC temple of Apollo from where the Oracle spoke her prophesies along with the Castilian spring of Mythology, theatre, treasury buildings, temples of Athena and Gymnasium where athletes gathered before the Pythian games to bath in the sacred waters. During your visit to Delphi, see the physical structures associated with this incredibly long history, and learn about their rich mythology. A beautiful addition to the site is the modern museum dedicated to the finds which stretch back in time to at least 1500 BC, as well as those notably which adorned the temples & streets of the ancient city at its peak around the 4th century BC with outstanding pieces such as the Naxos Sphynx, the twin Kouroi and famous Bronze Charioteer among others.
- Monastery of Hosios Loukas Set in beautiful countryside on the slopes of Mt Parnassos we next visit one of the most important and well preserved Byzantine Monasteries & which is UNESCO listed. Explore its 1100 year old Architecture along with its unique & impressive fresco's. An optional visit you can choose to omit this site if you wish.
- Arachova Lunch Stop. Spend time enjoying the local craft shops and wonderful views over the olive filled Pleistos river valley over lunch before your final return following the coast road to Athens.
- Meteora EXTRA OPTION WITH METEORA ON REQUEST: With additional traveling it is possible to complete both the sites of Olympia and Delphi on the second day (omitting Arachova & the Monastery in Delphi), then travel to Meteora for the night which means the Monasteries there can be included in the tour in the morning of the third day. This schedule has approximately 5 additional hours of road travel with a late arrival at Meteora. Please let us know if you would like this option.
Συνάντηση & παραλαβή
Η παραλαβή από το ξενοδοχείο περιλαμβάνεται για όλους τους ταξιδιώτες.
o Pick up time flexible on request o Airport pickup and/or return is free if the arrival/departure dates coincide with your tour o For Airbnb's please provide the exact address o If you have luggage please provide details of quantity so we may provide the appropriate vehicle. A supplement may apply for a larger vehicle. o Pick up from Thessaloniki & other areas of Greece possible. A supplement may apply
Πρόγραμμα
Καλό είναι να γνωρίζετε
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- LUNCH OPTION: You may add this later on request or choose the booking option including lunch. Includes your choice of traditional menu each day in one of the best local restaurants. Vegetarian dishes available. Please inform us of any allergies
- GUIDING/LICENSED GUIDES: Please note your knowledgeable tour driver can inform you en-route but can not enter Archaeological sites. You may add a guide for one or more sites on request.
Πολιτική ακύρωσης
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Κριτικές ταξιδιωτών
My spouse and I used this company to combine a few of their options for our 8 day trip. We did the full day in Athens, 3 day classical Greece and half day Sounion. All of our drivers and licensed tour guides were absolutely amazing! We had Vasilis for our driver for the 3 day tour and half day in Sounion and we was the best we could have hoped for. He pointed out so many sites along our drive, helped us find great spots for taking photos, got us reservations for the best views at local restaurants and shared so much information both about the archaeological sites as well as current sites and knowledge. By the end of our time it felt like saying goodbye to an old friend. We'd absolutely recommend this company!
I made a last minute decision to tour Greece for a few days, and David from Warm Penguin efficiently put the itinerary together for me. Yanis was assigned to be my private chauffeur for the 3 days and the airport transfers. He is such a deft driver and knowledgeable about the places we went to. I will definitely book my future Greece tours with Warm Penguin.
We were very impressed with WarmPenguin and our driver Elias and recommend this tour as the best way to see the most UNESCO sites and still survive the heat. Elias was so accommodating and professional in getting us to each place, staying as long as we wanted, and being ready with cold drinks and an air-conditioned vehicle when we were ready to move along. He has the giving heart of many in Greece, always hoping to make our vacation perfect. We appreciated his attitude of "Yes, of course, let's go..." and his knowledge of historical Greece. Due to a scheduling difficulty on our end (and flexibility by David and WarmPenguin), we ended up taking the 3-day tour in two segments. The Delphi and Meteora overnight trip is a must-do and we liked the Amalia Hotel. We had to miss the Olympia portion, but here are our thoughts on the Peloponnese sites, all superb: first stop, Corinth Canal is an overlook with a very interesting history with nearby food and bathroom options; second stop, Ancient Corinth is a medium-sized archaeological site with a well-thought-out museum. The Apollo monument is worth the stop. Third site, Epidaurus, is one of those places that is good to experience. Be sure to find the center block in the theatre and try projecting your voice. We ate at a wonderful and breezy seaside restaurant with traditional Greek food, stopped only briefly in Nafplio at our request so we could see the fortress above the city. What a view! Nafplio and that area is the kind of place to book a return vacation. Finally, Mycenae, which like the other sites is still half-buried but beautiful nonetheless. My kids list this as one of their favorite places of our entire trip. It's that feeling you get when you know the history and mythology, stand at the actual site, and then realize how truly old it is. In fact it was centuries old when the Parthenon was built. We found the tour descriptions, photos, and time estimates on TripAdvisor to be completely accurate, although we changed up the order. It's a trustworthy tour company and a full three days of exploring some of the best Greece has to offer.
Excellent, professional, flexible - all around perfect - highly recommend! Fantastic driver and knowledgeable tour guides at the sites.
From the time our driver picked us up at our hotel to the time he dropped us off 3 days later we could not have been taken better care of. The sights were amazing the food was great and the Amalia hotels we were wonderful. Our guide Tolis was friendly, funny and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this tour and company
We had a fantastic time and will defo recommend Warmpenguin. We felt very much looked after from start to finish. David was very flexible and knowledgeable My daughter is very much interested on Classical Civilization and Mythology and she loved this tour. The level os expertize was fantastic. Also our amazing driver (Yannis) was very professional and we truly enjoyed his company.
From the planning stages David demonstrated a high degree of local knowledge and flexibility. The tour itself was flawless, with our driver Yiannis being perfectly congenial and insightful, providing helpful suggestions along the way for fine-tuning our experience. The local guide at Delphi was intelligent, funny and wonderful to be with. Overall a near flawless experience handled with the utmost professionalism and flexibility.
You know when you go to the shops to buy a pint of milk and come back with 3 bags of shopping? That's pretty much what happened when I started customising this tour 😂 Think it was 9 days in the end 🙄 WarmPenguin did a great job of pulling everything together with very little notice. The tour packed a lot in, and that's exactly what we were looking for. It covers all the major sites without any wasted days. We also added a day in the middle for a break, and some days either end for exploring Athens and the Saronic islands. For getting to know Athens, we had a great e-bike tour with Dimitris of Athens by Bike - but I'll write a separate review for that... We also recommend Lake Vouliagmeni (you need an hour or two at least) and Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounio(n) - get there for sunset if possible. Anyway, back to the tour... The hotels were nice, the tour was great, the car was immaculate every morning - but the real star of the show was Yannis our driver 🤗 He was extremely knowledgeable about the local history, he gave us plenty of background and insight without wasting any of our valuable sightseeing time. He was always there when we needed him, always on time, courteous and eager to help in any way he could. Three months on, and we are still chatting with him via WhatsApp and hope to see him again some day.
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