Timeless Trail: From Greek Myth to Adriatic Charm

Escorted tours

Tour start: Athens
Tour end: Dubrovnik

10 days / 9 nights

Departures

29 Jun - 08 Jun 2024
10 Aug - 19 Aug 2024
21 Sep - 30 Sep 2024

From

2.755$ / per person

Begin a journey that brings together the old stories of Greece with the many cultures of the Mediterranean and the Balkan area, taking you all the way to the edge of the Adriatic Sea. Discover the historical marvels of Athens, the mystical Meteora monasteries, and venture further into the serene beauty of North Macedonia, Albania, and Montenegro. Your tour will culminate in Dubrovnik, where timeless walls echo the symphony of a diverse and storied civilization.

Timeless Trail: From Greek Myth to Adriatic Charm

Tour Services Overview:

What's included:

Accommodation in first-class hotels
Daily breakfast and six dinners
Airport transfers for arrival and departure
Transportation via a modern, air-conditioned motor coach
The guidance of a professional Tour Director throughout the trip
Assistance with handling your luggage
Enhanced touring experience with Whisper technology
All service charges and hotel taxes covered
Entrance fees: Acropolis, The temple of Apollo, the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, Cathedral of St. Sofia in Ohrid, National History Museum in Tirana, Rozafa Castle in Shkodra, Rector's Palace and Pharmacy in Dubrovnik,
Guided sightseeing tours of Athens, Kalambaka, Ohrid, Tirana, Kotor, and Dubrovnik

What's not included:

Flights
Travel Insurance
Single accommodation
Tips for services and experiences
Early check-in or late check-out from hotels
Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination

Itinerary

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Welcome to Athens! Upon landing, our representative will ensure your smooth transition to the hotel. Take the day to settle in and unwind. This evening, enjoy the company of your travel companions at a welcome dinner in Plaka, shadowed by the majestic Acropolis.

Explore Athens' historical tapestry with a morning tour. Wander among living relics of a splendid past, from graceful temples to Byzantine churches. Stand before the timeless Acropolis and the Parthenon, an epitome of ancient aesthetic perfection, and stroll through historic sites like the Ancient Agora. Your late afternoon and evening offer leisure time to further discover the city's charms. Overnight.

Delphi beckons with its ancient secrets to this day. Visit the sanctuary that housed the renowned Oracle and admire the ruins that echo tales of antiquity, including the Temple of Apollo. The Delphi Archaeological Museum awaits with its treasures, such as the famed Bronze Charioteer. Later, we travel through scenic landscapes to Kalambaka. Dinner and overnight.

After breakfast, marvel at the surreal Meteora, where monasteries perch atop towering rocks. Discover the grandeur of the Great Meteoron Monastery and its fascinating frescoes. We'll then cross into North Macedonia, arriving at the lake of Ohrid in time for dinner. Overnight.

Ohrid, a UNESCO-protected site, reveals its wonders today. Wander through the old town's cobblestone streets and admire the St. Sofia Cathedral's 10th-century frescoes. By afternoon, we head to the vibrant city of Tirana, Albania's capital. Dinner and overnight.

Delve into Tirana's heart with a sightseeing tour. Visit iconic Skanderbeg Square and admire the Mosque of Ethem Bey and the striking Clock Tower. Discover tales of national pride at the Skanderbeg statue and explore cultural sites like the Palace of Culture. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.

Depart Tirana after breakfast, stopping at the historic city of Shkodra to view the imposing Rozafa Castle. Journey forth to Montenegro, absorbing views of scenic landscapes until we reach the coastal town of Tivat, where dinner awaits. Overnight.

After breakfast, we head towards the storied city of Dubrovnik. En route, take in the splendor of Kotor Bay and pause at the old town of Kotor, another UNESCO site. Our day ends as we welcome the evening in Dubrovnik. Dinner and overnight.

In the morning a walking tour uncovers the allure of Old Dubrovnik. Visit historic treasures like the Rector's Palace and witness the harmony of ancient architecture. Enjoy the free time in the lively streets of Dubrovnik. Overnight.

Your tour concludes with a final breakfast before your transfer to the Dubrovnik airport. Should you choose to linger a little longer in Europe, additional nights can be arranged.

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