HOLIDAY

GREECE

TOUR PRICE : EUR 638/INR 41,414 Per Person + flights at actual

The rate quoted in Indian Rupees is based on the assumed rate of 1 EURO = 65 INR. The actual exchange rate on the day of booking/payment will be applicable.

INCLUSIONS :

Hotel stay, breakfast, all sightseeing that is not marked optional, airport transfers, ferry transfers.

DAY 1

ATHENS

Arrival at Athens from India in the morning. Transfer from airport to hotel.

Athens Hop on Hop off Tour - This is an approximately 90 minutes open top Double Decker bus tour that encompasses central Athens, tracing the history and culture of Athens from ancient times to the present day and passing a plethora of various shopping opportunities that are along the route. Frequency - 30 min. ; Ticket Validity - 24 hrs. Stops : 1. Syntagma Square

2. Melina Merkouri/Plaka

3. New Acropolis Museum

4. Acropolis & Parthenon

5. Temple of Zeus

6. National Gardens

7. Benaki Museum

8. Panatheniac Stadium

9. National Gardens

10. National Library

11. Archaeological Museum

12. Omania Square

13. Karaiskaki Square

14. Thession Station

15. Kotzia Square

16. Syntagma Square

Includes - Open-top sightseeing tour bus with pre-recorded commentary.

DAY 2

ATHENS

Delphi Full Day (With Lunch) - This full day tour takes us to Delphi, to see the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo. We take a drive through the fertile plain of Boeotia, passing the towns of Thebes, connected with the tragedy of King Oedipus, Levadia and Arachova, famous for its colourful rugs and carpets, and enjoy a short stop here. Then we arrive at Delphi, the centre of the ancient world, called the 'Omphalos' (navel of the earth), whose prestige extended far beyond the boundaries of the Hellenic world. On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. Visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo, and the Museum containing such masterpieces of Ancient Greek sculpture as the bronze Charioteer and the famous athlete, Aghias. [Start time - 07:50 ; Duration - 10.5 hrs. Available daily till Oct 31 and from Nov 1 only on Wed/Fri/Sun]

Includes - Coach transportation, photo stop at the town of Arachova, entrance and guided visits to the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the Museum and lunch.

DAY 3

SANTORINI

Early in the morning transfer to port Piraeus.

Proceed to Santorini by ferry (Vessel : Highspeed 5). Departure from Port Piraeus (Athens) at 07:30 and arrival at Port Thira (Santorini) at 12:20. Fare for an Economy Table Non Smoking/Berth/Seat is 56 Eur one way Per Person. [INCLUDED]. Fare subject to revision by ferry companies.

Check in at hotel. Remaining day free at Santorini.

DAY 4

SANTORINI

Volcano, Hot Springs, Thirassia & Oia with Sunset - Enjoy the beauty of Santorini, with a visit to the Volcano and Hot Springs and marvel at the wonderful images created at sunset. Depart from your pick up point to Athinio Port, where you will embark the caique with your guide and sail to the Volcano. Explore this natural landmark and for those feeling energetic there is the possibility of walking up the volcano face with your guide (entrance fee not included). The caique then sails to the Hot Springs and stops (but does not dock), giving you the chance to dive into the sea and swim to the warm waters of the Hot Springs. You then sail to the Island of Thirassia, where you will dock and have the opportunity to visit the island, shop around or have lunch (not included). We then depart for the Port of Armeni, where you disembark and walk up the steps to Oia town to watch the sunset. After the sunset, you will walk to the pre-arranged parking area where you will meet your coach for your return journey. [Start time - 09:40 ; Duration - 10 hrs]

Includes - Coach transfers to and from your designated pick up points, services of a guide, boat transfers from Athinio Port to the Volcano, Hot Springs, Island of Thirassia, Port of Armeni and back, with a guided visit to the Volcano and Hot Springs.

DAY 5

SANTORINI

Santorini Bus Tour - This tour will take you to the Prehistoric Museum, Profitis Ilias Mountain, Megalochori, Perissa and the winery. After being picked-up from your hotel, you will go to the Prehistoric Museum in Fira then drive to the village of Pyrgos to reach the Profitis Ilias Mountain and see the panoramic view Santorini has to offer. You will visit Megalochori, where you'll see Cycladic houses and small white churches. After Megalochori, you will head on to Perissa and its black beach. You'll be free to swim or have lunch there. Your last stop will be at the winery for wine tasting, and then you will head back to your hotels. [Start time - 11:00 ; Duration - 8.5 hrs] Available daily except Monday. Please note the Entrance fees : Prehistoric Museum - 3 EUR, volcano - 2 EUR, cable car - 4 EUR (per way), donkey rides - 5 EUR (per way)

Includes – Transportation.

DAY 6

ATHENS

Morning free in Santorini. In the evening return to Athens by ferry [Vessel : Highspeed 5]. Departure from Port Thira (Santorini) at 17:00 and arrival at Port Piraeus (Athens) at 21:45.

Transfer from port to hotel.

DAY 7

ON FLIGHT

Transfer from Athens hotel to airport by shared coach. Flight back to India.