Plan Harmony

Itinerary

Day 1: Delphi (plus Meteora late afternoon visit; time permiting)

Stop At: Delphi Archaeological Museum, Ethniki Odos Amfissas - Livadias, Delphi 330 54 Greece
The Archaeological Museum of Delphi, one of the most important in Greece, exhibits the history of the Delphic sanctuary, the site of the most famous ancient Greek oracle. Its rich collections are comprised primarily of architectural sculptures, statues, and minor objects donated to the sanctuary.
The famous Charioteer belonged to a statuary complex of a chariot run by four horses and included a second male figure.
The Sphinx of the Naxians, dated to 560 BC, comprises one of the earliest representations in art of the demonic creature with a lion's body, bird's wings and a woman's head.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Delphi Greece
The archaeological site of Delphi is one of the most important ones in Greece, second only to the Acropolis of Athens. The magnitude of the Delphi contributions to the entire ancient civilization cannot be overstated.
The pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, where the oracle of Apollo spoke, was the site of the omphalos, the 'navel of the world'. Blending harmoniously with the superb landscape and charged with sacred meaning, Delphi in the 6th century B.C. was indeed the religious center and symbol of unity of the ancient Greek world.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Tholos of Athena Pronaia, Delphi 330 54, Greece
OPTIONAL: The first photo you see when you google "Delphi" but still a place that most tourists miss out on!
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Amfissa, Amfissa, Phocis Region, Central Greece
Driving on towards Meteora to avoid the touristy Delphi or Arachova we'll stop at a total of the beaten path location for our lunch with authentic choices, treat of your driver/tour leader.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Meteora, Kastraki, Kalambaka 422 00 Greece
OPTIONAL: If there are no unexpected delays, and although not part of the normal itinerary, we shall make the first visit to the amazing monasteries' area to get a feeling of the unique landscape with the sun setting down. Time permitting it may be possible to visit St Stephan's monastery.
Totally different lighting than the morning visit to follow the next day!
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Meteora with a view of the rocks if you book early enough.

Day 2: Meteora (2-3 monasteries) & Thermopylae Battlefield

Stop At: The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour, Kalabaka 422 00, Greece
We shall be visiting two of the monasteries that are open on a specific day. The gigantic rocks of Meteora dominate imposingly over Kalampaka town. This masterpiece of nature reveals all its glory for centuries as a unique geological phenomenon in beauty and an important monument of Orthodoxy.
The Great Meteoron Monastery, built on an imposing rock, is the oldest, the biggest, and the most important among the monasteries of Meteora which are preserved today.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Varlaam Monastery, Kalambaka Greece
In 1350 a daring ascetic named Varlaam ascended to the rock. The monastery was named after him. He built three churches, a small cell and a water tank. After his death the rock remained abandoned for about 200 years until 1517 when the two priest-monks Theophanes and Nektarios Apsarades started to construct the first buildings from the beginning.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Monastery of the Holy Trinity at Meteora, Kalabaka 422 00, Greece
Probably the most photographed monastery. According to historical sources Holy Trinity must have been built between 1458 and 1476.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Battlefield of Thermopylae, Thermopylae Greece
We take a break at the Thermopylae battlefield location with King Leonidas statue. The Battle of Thermopylae was fought between an alliance of Greek city-states, led by King Leonidas of Sparta, and the Persian Empire of Xerxes I over the course of three days, in 480 BC.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Syntagma Square, Pl. Sintagmatos, Athina 105 63, Greece
Expect to be back in Athens around 5 pm. You can optionally be dropped off at your cruise ship or even the airport.
Do remember that you can combine this tour with "The Ultimate Greek Experience: 7-Day Tour to the Peloponnese Delphi and Meteora" tour.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: We return to Athens with drop off at your hotel.

• Private tour for up to 7 related only people (couple/s, large families, group of friends)
• Brand new 2020-2022 vehicles: 5 door vehicle for 1-2 people; and a large minivan for 3-7 people
• Quality accommodation based on double or triple occupancy depending on your group & availability
• Hotel private pickup and drop-off
• Thermopylae "site" on the way back to Athens
• Non smoking vehicle and driver
• Always a highlight of our private tours is the authentic lunch on both days and is a treat from your driver/guide in non touristy locations surrounded by local people
• In-car INFORMATION BOOKLET for all tour activities and sites.
• Each person is allowed one normal size suitcase and a small carry on bag
• Bottled Water
• 2x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 2 nights
• 1x Breakfast

• Pickup and drop-off in areas outside of Athens or Piraeus port
• Entrance to sites: Delphi at €12/person - half price during off season & Monasteries at €3
• Dinner
• PROFESSIONAL/LICENSED GUIDE (optional)
• Shopping/touristy stops unless required by yourselves
• Graduites (optional)

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infant seats available
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• We expect you to be healthy before traveling! We are in favor of "adjustive social distancing" and optionally wearing masks in crowded and enclosed spaces. Our guides are like family to us and care about your & our safety! Our tours have always been only PRIVATE and with spotless vehicles.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.