13-Day Complete Greece, Puglia, Campania and Sicily Tour from Athens: Kastraki, Kalambaka, Poros, Nafplio, Olympia, Patras, Igoumenitsa, Taormina, Palermo | Ticket Admission Included |

What you'll experience

Highlights

13 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Athens

   Welcome to Athens! 
   Transfer to the hotel and free time. You will be provided with the information required for the beginning of the trip in the afternoon; otherwise, the information will appear on the information panels at the hotel reception area.
   Note:
   - Remember that hotels check-in time is usually at 14:00 hrs. If you require more hours of room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
   -The schedules that you will find in this itinerary are indicative. The guide, depending on the situation and in order to improve the development of the trip, may adjust the schedules.
   - All the following hotels are for your reference only, you may check-in other similar hotels.
   Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: President(43 KIFISSIAS AVE), Novotel athenes(4 Michail Voda STR CP 104 39 ATENAS)
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   Day 2 — Athens

   We will enjoy the city tour with a local guide which includes the Presidential Palace, the Panathinaikos stadium where the first modern Olympic games were held, the national library, the bustling squares of the center; the new neighborhoods that emerged after the 2004 Olympic games. The tour will finish at the Acropolis site (entry not included).
   In the evening we include a transfer to the PLAKA area, which is full of small Greek bars and where you will be able to enjoy the rich folklore of this country.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: President(43 KIFISSIAS AVE), Novotel athenes(4 Michail Voda STR CP 104 39 ATENAS)
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   Day 3 — Athens - Kamena Vourla - Kastraki - Meteora - Kalabaka

   Scenery: Views over the sea. Fantastic landscapes in the region of Meteora, orthodox monasteries.
   Notes: Wear appropriate clothing (women will have to wear the skirts that will be given at arrival to the monastery). Also foresee comfortable footwear... you will have to climb many steps in the Meteora area!
   08:00 hrs. Athens –departure-. We leave for the north of Greece. Pleasant Mediterranean landscapes.
   10.15 hrs. - Kamena Vourla – Arrival.- Charming tourist centre by the sea amidst magnificent scenery. Time for a stroll and a coffee.
   11.15 hrs. - Kamena Vourla –departure-. Continuation northbound. We make a brief stop at the gorge where the battle of Thermopylae took place.
   13.45 hrs. Kastraki- stop for lunch in this picturesque town located at the foot of the Meteora. The views here are magnificent!. After lunch we will visit Meteora, an impressive place declared UNESCO World Heritage, an area that covers a few square kilometers and where an ancient monastic community and a rare geological phenomenon of huge rock pillars coexist in absolute harmony. We will see the whole valley and have the chance to go into one of the most famous monasteries (entrance included).
   Accommodation in Kalambaka, a small town in the center of the Meteora region. Dinner included.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Amalia kalambaca(42200, Theopetra Kalambaka Grecia), Kosta famissi(Trikalon Str. 144)
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   Day 4 — Kalabaka - Delphi - Hosios Loukas - Athens

   Scenery: Pleasant Mediterranean. Very beautiful landscapes in the Delphi region.
   Note: the order of the program of the day may vary, with the Osios Loukas Monastery taking place first and then Delphi.
   08.00 hrs.- Kalambaka –departure-. We travel through Thessaly towards Central Greece. Spectacular landscapes over the sea, arriving in Delphi.
   11.30 hrs.- Delphi –Arrival-. We include admission to the beautiful archaeological complex that overlooks the Gulf of Corinth, a place full of magic. Time for lunch.
   14:30 hrs.- Delphi –departure-. We travel amidst mountains; Mount Parnassus dominates the landscape.
   15:15 hrs.- Osios Loukas Monastery. Arrival at one of the most beautiful Byzantine monasteries in Greece, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its magnificent 11th century mosaics are incredible.
   16.30 hrs.- Osios Loukas – departure.
   19:15 hrs. – Athens –Arrival.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: President(43 KIFISSIAS AVE), Novotel athenes(4 Michail Voda STR CP 104 39 ATENAS)
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   Day 5 — Athens - Corinth Canal - Poros - Epidaurus - Nafplio

   Total distance traveled: 238 km
   Scenery: Crossing the Peloponnese Peninsula, we enjoy views of the Aegean Sea, hills covered with olive groves, and charming small villages.
   8:00 a.m. – Athens – Departure. We leave the Greek capital behind as we head toward the Peloponnese, a land of legends and unique natural settings.
   9:15 a.m. – Corinth Canal – Arrival. Brief stop to admire this feat of engineering that connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian. The narrow canal, with its towering rocky walls, impresses with its majesty.
   9:30 a.m. – Corinth Canal – Departure. We travel along beautiful coastal scenery to the port of Galatas.
   11:00 a.m. – Galatas – Arrival. From here, we take a short 15-minute ferry ride to the island of Poros.
   11:30 a.m. – Poros – Arrival. This charming island delights visitors with its traditional houses climbing up to the Clock Tower and its lively Mediterranean atmosphere. Free time to stroll and have lunch.
   2:00 p.m. – Poros – Departure. Return by ferry to the mainland to continue our journey.
   3:15 p.m. – Epidaurus – Arrival. Visit to the famous theater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, magnificently preserved after 2,400 years. With a capacity of 14,000 spectators, it is still used today for performances thanks to its extraordinary acoustics. Admission included.
   4:30 p.m. – Epidaurus – Departure. We travel toward the coast through hilly landscapes.
   5:15 p.m. – Nafplio – Arrival. This historic city, dominated by Venetian fortresses, features a charming old town with cobblestone streets and lively squares. Free time to stroll and enjoy its maritime atmosphere. Dinner included.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Amalia(Amalias St., N.Tiryns, 211 00 Nafplio)
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   Day 6 — Nafplio - Tripoli - Olympia - Patras

   Scenery: Strong presence of the sea and the Mediterranean landscapes. Mountains and hills in the hinterland of the Peloponnese.
   Note: We recommend that you use sunscreen and take a small bottle of water during the hottest months of the summer.
   08.30h- Nafplio, departure. We travel through the mountains across the Peloponnese hinterland.
   09.45h- Tripoli. Stop in the lively capital of the Arcadia region. There will be free time to walk around the Areos Square, its cafes and restaurants.
   10.45h- Tripoli, departure.
   12.45h- Olympia. Free time for lunch and exploring the archeological site (admission and visit with a local guide included). This is the place where the first Olympic Games were held in the year 776 BC. Athletes from all over Greece and its colonies participated. The Temple of Zeus, the stadium, the gymnasium, and the arena are outstanding landmarks. There will be free time during the visit; if you wish, you will be able to visit the museum on your own.
   16.00h.- Olympia –departure-. Mountainous landscapes, some picturesque villages in our way.
   18.00h- Patras. Arrival at the third city of Greece in terms of population. It is a port city with an active city life, a medieval fortress which overlooks the city, and the biggest cathedral in Greece. Both the cathedral and the small Saint Andrew’s church are pilgrimage destinations. Dinner included.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Moxy patras marina(58 Iroon Polytechniou Ave. &, Kiprou St, Patra 264 41, Grecia), My way patras(Othonos kai Amalias 16, Patra 262 21, Grecia)
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   Day 7 — Patras - Igoumenitsa - Brindisi

   Scenery: way across Central Greece. Ferry across the Ionian Sea.
   Note: Please, consider taking some warm clothes with you to enjoy the crossing on the ferry's deck.
   INDICATIONS: Please, do not forget your passport; you will need it when crossing the border.
   It is an hour earlier in Italy: when it is 12:00h in Greece, it is 11:00h in Italy.
   Note: on the way from Greece to Italy, the bus will not travel in the ferry; therefore, you will have to carry your luggage with you.
   08.00h- Patras. After breakfast, we will cross over the Rio-Antirrio bridge, a spectacular cable-stayed bridge which connects the Peloponnese with the Greek continent. We travel across Central Greece and Epyrus.
   11.45h- Igoumenitsa, arrival at this port city; free time for a walk.
   13.30h- Transfer to the port to get on the ferry (departure time expected at 14:00h) on which we will cross the Ionian Sea to Italy. We recommend enjoying the crossing on the deck.
   21.00h (local time, one hour earlier than Greece)- Brindisi- Arrival, transfer and lodging.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Palazzo virgilio( Corso Umberto I, 149, 72100 Brindisi BR, Italia, CP: 72100)
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   Day 8 — Brindisi - Alberobello - Matera - Naples

   Scenery: today we will visit two spectacular and authentic towns.
   Note: wear comfortable shoes, especially for Matera.
   09.00 hrs. - Brindisi, departure.
   10.15 hrs. – Alberobello - Time to discover this charming town famous for its unique conical-shaped houses known as "trulli". These unique structures, with their stacked stone roofs, are a World Heritage Site and are considered an outstanding example of Italian rural architecture.
   11.15 hrs. - Alberobello, departure. We continue to the Basilicata region.
   13:00 hrs. – Matera – We will make a stop to see this spectacular city known for its ancient historic center with its "Sassi di Matera", a complex of ancient houses and buildings carved into the rock that date back thousands of years. This town is a World Heritage Site and is one of the oldest continuously inhabited human settlements in the world. Time for a walk and lunch.
   15:30 hrs. - Departure. We continue through Basilicata and Campania, admiring their beautiful mountain landscapes.
   19:00 hrs. - Naples, arrival in the evening. We recommend you having a walk through this impressive city.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Naples(C.so Umberto 1 N.55 Molo Beverello), Magri´s(Via Galileo Ferraris, 118, 80146 Napoli NA, Italia)
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   Day 9 — Naples - Capri - Sorrento - Salerno

   Scenery: Very beautiful landscapes in the Bay of Naples and Sorrento.
   Notes: Part of this trip is by boat, we recommend that you bring some warm clothes during this day. Do not forget to bring your camera as the landscapes today are very beautiful. Due to weather conditions, in some cases the ships that connect Naples with Capri or Capri with Sorrento do not operate; in these cases the route would be modified arriving at Sorrento by highway and visiting Amalfi instead of Capri.
   A time to stroll in Naples before taking our ferry (departure scheduled at 09:30 hrs). The boat trip to the Isle of Capri lasts about 50 minutes, with beautiful scenery.
   10.40 hrs. CAPRI.- Free time for lunch on the island. Optionally you can take a boat to visit the White Grotto and cliffs or take the funicular to go up to Capri.
   15.15 hrs- We take a ferry (schedules variable), this time, towards Sorrento; Beautiful scenery while arriving to Sorrento.
   16.00 hrs - SORRENTO - We are in a small very picturesque and lively town, with the port located in the lower area, and the town at the base of a cliff.
   18.00hrs-. Sorrento, departure.
   19.45 hrs. - SALERNO. Accommodation. Would you like to take a stroll through this active southern italian city?
   Note: During the winter months the schedules will be modified (leaving earlier from Naples) in order to take advantage of the sunlight.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Gran hotel salerno(LUNGOMARE CLEMENTE TAFURI 1), Mediterranea hotel(Via Generale Clark, 54, 84131 Salerno)
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    Day 10

    Note: We recommend you to take warm clothes to enjoy the crossing on the ferry between the Italian Peninsula and Sicily.
    07.30 hrs- Salerno. Departure. We travel to the south of ¨the boot¨. Attractive southern Italian scenery as we cross the Cilento National Park.
    11.30 hrs- We arrive in PAOLA, on the shores of the Tyrrhenian Sea, we visit the sanctuary of St Francis of Paola and we have free time for lunch in its pretty historic centre.
    14.00 hrs- We go on our way to VILLA SAINT GIOVANNI where at around 16.30 hrs we take a 20 minutes short ferry crossing to the island of SICILY.
    17.30 hrs- Arrival in MESSINA where we will have time for a stroll in the center of this great city, our meeting with the island of Sicily.18.30 hrs.- Messina, departure.
    19.30 hrs- TAORMINA. Arrival.
    Note: Accommodation in the "region of Taormina", the accommodation may sometimes be in Messina.

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Antares(Via Germano Chincherini 98037 Letojanni Taormina), Capo dei greci(SS114 - KM 38. Riviera di Taormina, Via Nazionale, 421, 98030 StAless 98030 Sant´Alessio Siculo ME)
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    Day 11 — Taormina - Villa Romana del Casale - Palermo

    Total distance covered: 328 km
    Scenery: The interior of Sicily, with Mediterranean mountain scenery.
    After breakfast, we will head to Giardini Naxos, the first Greek settlement in Sicily (founded in 734 B.C.), with its pleasant seafront promenade and popular beaches.
    10:30 a.m. – Giardini Naxos – Departure.
    11:00 a.m. – Taormina. Free time to stroll through the beautiful city of Taormina, at the foot of Mount Etna, which Churchill once described as the most beautiful place on earth. Its lively old town invites exploration, and its Greek Theater offers unforgettable views.
    1:00 p.m. – Taormina – Departure. We continue our route toward the center of the island.
    3:30 p.m. – Roman Villa of Casale (admission included). Guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the Roman Empire, villas symbolized agricultural wealth. At Casale, not only has the 4th-century architectural layout been preserved, but thanks to their richness and quality, the mosaics decorating nearly every room are considered the finest of the Roman world.
    5:00 p.m. – Villa Romana del Casale – Departure. We continue crossing the mountainous heart of the island.
    7:30 p.m. – Palermo – Arrival at the end of the day. Dinner included.

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Astoria palace(VIA MONTEPELLEGRINO 62)
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    Day 12 — Palermo

    09.00 hrs. - Today with a local guide we will have a city tour of Palermo. We will admire the cathedral with its mix of styles and its royal tombs inside (admission included); the Norman Palace (the former royal palace), its fountains, its markets and gardens. During the visit we will also go to MONREALE, its cathedral (admission included) has been declared a World Heritage Site for its impressive golden mosaics that cover the interior. Free time in the afternoon.
    Note: Sometimes, if the number of travelers is very limited, the visit may not be private but rather carried out with a regular excursion provided by local companies.

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Astoria palace(VIA MONTEPELLEGRINO 62)
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    Day 13 — Palermo

    After breakfast, end of our services.
    Note: Remember that hotels check-out time is usually at 10.00 hrs. In most cases, you can leave your luggage at the hotel reception at check-out time, so you can enjoy the city and pick it up at the time you require that same day. If you need more time to use your room, please consider booking an additional night at the end of your tour.

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

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