Depart Athens for Delphi, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. After your visit to the archaeological site you'll journey on to Kalambaka, passing through picturesque villages and towns of Central Greece.
- Dinner and overnight in Kalambaka
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A great side trip for those staying in Athens!
START / FINISH - Athens
Activity code: ATH11
Duration: 2 Days/1 night
These two sites are not only stunningly beautiful, they also have a wealth of history attached to them. The ancient Greeks believed that Delphi was the centre of the universe. This sanctuary, dedicated to Apollo, attracted pilgrims in droves - they all came to consult the priestess of Apollo on private matters or matters of state. Delphi sits between two towering peaks of Mount Parnassus with extensive views to the valley below.
Meteora is the site of many monasteries, perched high on granite rocks. These religious houses were built in such an inaccessible place to be safe from attack, but also because the monks felt closer to God. Supplies (and often animals) had to be winched up in a basket from the ground!
Dates of operation 2024
Mondays from 8th April - 28th October; Wednesdays 3rd April - 30th October; Thursdays 18th April - 24th October. The tour also departs on selected Saturdays from April - October.
Not included: In January 2018 Greece introduced an Overnight Stay Tax per room per night, which is payable locally - the amount varies according to the category of the accommodation (i.e. 5* hotel: 4,00€ per overnight per room, 4* hotel: 3,00 € per overnight per room, 3* hotel: 1,50 € per overnight per room)
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