3 or 4-Day Classical Greece Tour
- Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the experience starts.
- Guide: English
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by bus
- English–speaking guide
- 2 or 3 nights of accommodation with dinner and breakfast at standard or superior category hotels (depending on selected option)
- All admission tickets
- Lunches
- Stayover tax: between 5EUR and 10EUR per night and room
- Guide: English
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by bus
- English–speaking guide
- 2 or 3 nights of accommodation with dinner and breakfast at standard or superior category hotels (depending on selected option)
- All admission tickets
- Lunches
- Stayover tax: between 5EUR and 10EUR per night and room
Explore the essence of Classical Greece through significant sites such as Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, and Delphi within this 3 or 4-day journey. Discover ancient cities like Corinth and Arachova along the way!
Activity Details
Day 1: Athens - Corinth - Epidaurus - Mycenae - Olympia
Your adventure begins with a hotel pickup in Athens at the scheduled time, as you board a comfortable coach. The first stop will be the Corinth Canal, where you will take a moment to appreciate this remarkable engineering marvel. The journey continues southward towards Epidaurus, renowned for housing one of Greece's most intact ancient theaters, celebrated for its exceptional sound quality.
After your visit, the bus takes you to Argolis, where you will delve into the rich history of Mycenae, one of Ancient Greece's most pivotal archaeological locations.
Your exploration includes iconic landmarks such as the Lion Gate, the massive Cyclopean walls, the Royal Tombs, and the Treasure of Atreus. Following this enlightening experience, set your sights on Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, where the first night of your tour will be spent.
Day 2: Olympia - Delphi
On the second day, begin your morning with a visit to the archaeological site of Olympia. Here, you will witness the magnificent Temple of Zeus, the sacred altar of the Olympic flame, the Temple of Hera, and the historic Stadium that hosted the inaugural Olympic Games. The day also includes a tour of the on-site Archaeological Museum.
After absorbing captivating stories about ancient Greece alongside images from the site, your journey will continue as you board the bus to cross the stunning Rio-Antirrio Bridge, heading back to Delphi for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Delphi - Athens
Following a delightful breakfast, embark on a visit to Delphi, often regarded as the center of the ancient Greek world. Explore this significant archaeological site and its Archaeological Museum, home to a wealth of ancient relics and treasures.
After a day full of discoveries, return to Athens in the afternoon.
4-Day Tour
Opting for the 4-day tour, you will experience the same itinerary as the 3-day tour during the first two days.
On the third day, after touring the Archaeological Museum in Delphi, journey to Kalambaka, a charming town where an overnight stay is planned.
The fourth day commences with breakfast at your Kalambaka hotel. Next, set off to the renowned monasteries of Meteora. Depending on the season, you may explore two of the remarkable cenobiums from the 11th century: the Monastery of Saint Stephen, the Monastery of Saint Varlaam, the Monastery of Great Meteoron, or the Monastery of Rousanou.
Your journey concludes with a stop in Sparta to witness the monument of Leonidas, followed by your return to Athens, expected between 6:30 pm and 7 pm, traffic permitting.
Tour Accommodation
The tour encompasses the following accommodations:
Standard Category
- Olimpia/Laggadia: Hotel Neda, Kentrikon Hotel, or similar
- Delfos/Itea: Hotel Hermes, Hotel Olympic, Nafisica Beach, Pythia Hotel, or similar
- Kalambaka: Hotel Orfeas or similar
Superior Category
- Olimpia/Laggadia: Hotel Amalia, Laggadia Resort, or similar
- Delfos/Itea: Hotel Amalia, Hotel Nafsika Pce, Apollonia Hotel, or similar
- Kalambaka: Hotel Amalia, Divani Meteora Hotel, or similar
Hotel Pickup
The tour offers pickup and drop-off services from most hotels in Athens. You will receive an email with alternative meeting point information if your accommodation is not listed.
Important Note
Kindly note that on April 11 and 12, 2026, several historical sites, including Olympia, will be closed due to a public holiday.
The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.
Instructions
If it isn't possible to pick you up at the hotel you have indicated, Key Tours will contact you by e-mail to let you know the time and place where you should go. Please note that the time indicated on the website is the tour start time, but you will be informed of the exact pickup time at least 24 hours before the start of the activity.
Please note that in Greece there is a stayover tax when you stay in a hotel or furnished apartment:
- 4-star hotels: 10EUR per night and room
- 3-star hotels: 5EUR per night and room
Children's Tickets
All children must show an identity card or passport in order to benefit from the free and discounted tickets.
Partial Closures
Please note that monuments in Greece will be closed on the following dates due to local public holidays:
- January 1: New Year's Day
- March 25: Greek Independence Day
- April 11 & 12: Orthodox Easter (Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday)
- May 1: Labor Day
- December 25: Christmas Day
- December 26: Synaxis of the Mother of God / Boxing Day
