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YOUR HOLIDAY

SECRETS OF GREECE INCLUDING CORFU

TRAVEL THROUGH ROLLING OLIVE GROVES TO CORFU WITH ITS ALLEYS, ARCADES AND THE ESPLANADE. VISIT THE BOUGAINVILLEA-CLAD ACHILLEION PALACE, THE MONASTERIES OF METEORA AND DELPHI'S SACRED WAY.

ARRIVE ATHENS Delve into the treasures of Greece in its vibrant capital. Kick off your in-depth discovery of what was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' this evening, when you meet your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Radisson Blu Park

ATHENS – EPIDAURUS – NAFPLION AND FREE TIME (2 NIGHTS) Our leisurely drive takes us to the scenic northeast Peloponnese and past the Corinth Canal, which straddles two gulfs. Our fi rst stop is the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and the Sanctuary of Asclepius, God of Medicine. Spend the rest of the day exploring the Venetian-inspired seaport of Nafplion. (B) Hotel: Amalia

NAFPLION – EXCURSION TO MYCENAE Continuing our drive inland, we visit Mycenae. Stroll through the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Royal Palace, before seeing the tomb of this fearless Greek leader who commanded the Greeks in their battles against Trojan forces. This aft ernoon, we 'Dive Into Culture' and sample delicious local vintages, gaining insights into the Nemea region's wine industry. (B, )

NAFPLION – OLYMPIA Crossing the Peloponnese, we head towards the famous village of Olympia, where athletes competed for supremacy in the ancient Olympic Games. This evening, we 'Connect With Locals' joining the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm for a traditional 'Be My Guest' experience including dinner and dancing. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Olympic Village

OLYMPIA – AMPHILOCHIA – PREVEZA – NIKOPOLIS – IGOUMENITSA – CORFU (2 NIGHTS) We leave the Peninsula and return to mainland Greece, continuing north past Amphilochia and Preveza, before arriving in Nikopolis to see where the Battle of Actium took place. Boarding a ferry, we cross to the beautiful island of Corfu. (B) Hotel: Cavalieri

CORFU SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Begin your day with an orientation tour of the island, followed by a visit to the Venetian Castle and the Monastery of Palaiokastritsa. Later, we stop at the Phaeacian-styled Achilleion Palace. Stroll through its Imperial Gardens and enjoy magnifi cent views of the lush valley and glistening Ionian Sea. (B)

CORFU – IOANNINA We bid farewell to island living on Corfu and sail back to the mainland, continuing to the lively lakeside city of Ioannina, where we spend the rest of the day at leisure. (B) Hotel: Du Lac Congress Center and Spa

IOANNINA – METSOVO – METEORA – PORTARIA (MOUNT PELION) The delicious fl avours of Metsovone cheese and wine provide a fi tting start to our day. We continue to Kalambaka and admire the famous Byzantine Monasteries of Meteora that stand almost impossibly perched atop colossal boulders. Pass the seaside town of Volos before arriving into Portaria. (B) Hotel: Despotiko

PORTARIA – THERMOPYLAE – DELPHI – GALAXIDI We stop in Thermopylae, the site where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans fought bravely against the invading Persians. Join a 'Local Specialist' for a guided visit to Delphi. Walk the Sacred Way to the 4 th -century Temple of Apollo and ramble through what remains of this ancient sanctuary. The seaside village of Galaxidi, is our fi nal stop for the day. (B) Hotel: Nostos

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ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS• SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local

Specialist in Nafplion, Olympia, Meteora, Delphi and Athens

• ORIENTATION of Corfu, Metsovo, Meteora and Galaxidi

• VISIT the Theatre at Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the island of Corfu, the monastery of Palaiokastritsa and Achilleon Palace, the towns of Ioannina and Metsovo, the rock monasteries in Meteora, Mount Pelion region, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, the port town of Galaxidi and the Acropolis in Athens

• VIEW the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the Parthenon, Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens

• SEE the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae

GUEST REVIEW RATED: 4.7 /5

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YOUR HOLIDAY

Connect With LocalsWR Welcome Reception B Breakfast

Stays With StoriesL LunchD Dinner

Dive Into Culture RD Regional DinnerFD Farewell Dinner

Make A DifferenceBMG Be My Guest

ARRIVE ATHENS Delve into the treasures of Greece in its vibrant capital. Kick off your in-depth discovery of what was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' this evening, when you meet your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Radisson Blu Park

ATHENS – EPIDAURUS – NAFPLION AND FREE TIME (2 NIGHTS) Our leisurely drive takes us to the scenic northeast Peloponnese and past the Corinth Canal, which straddles two gulfs. Our fi rst stop is the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and the Sanctuary of Asclepius, God of Medicine. Spend the rest of the day exploring the Venetian-inspired seaport of Nafplion. (B) Hotel: Amalia

NAFPLION – EXCURSION TO MYCENAE Continuing our drive inland, we visit Mycenae. Stroll through the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Royal Palace, before seeing the tomb of this fearless Greek leader who commanded the Greeks in their battles against Trojan forces. This aft ernoon, we 'Dive Into Culture' and sample delicious local vintages, gaining insights into the Nemea region's wine industry. (B, )

NAFPLION – OLYMPIA Crossing the Peloponnese, we head towards the famous village of Olympia, where athletes competed for supremacy in the ancient Olympic Games. This evening, we 'Connect With Locals' joining the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm for a traditional 'Be My Guest' experience including dinner and dancing. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Olympic Village

OLYMPIA – AMPHILOCHIA – PREVEZA – NIKOPOLIS – IGOUMENITSA – CORFU (2 NIGHTS) We leave the Peninsula and return to mainland Greece, continuing north past Amphilochia and Preveza, before arriving in Nikopolis to see where the Battle of Actium took place. Boarding a ferry, we cross to the beautiful island of Corfu. (B) Hotel: Cavalieri

CORFU SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Begin your day with an orientation tour of the island, followed by a visit to the Venetian Castle and the Monastery of Palaiokastritsa. Later, we stop at the Phaeacian-styled Achilleion Palace. Stroll through its Imperial Gardens and enjoy magnifi cent views of the lush valley and glistening Ionian Sea. (B)

CORFU – IOANNINA We bid farewell to island living on Corfu and sail back to the mainland, continuing to the lively lakeside city of Ioannina, where we spend the rest of the day at leisure. (B) Hotel: Du Lac Congress Center and Spa

IOANNINA – METSOVO – METEORA – PORTARIA (MOUNT PELION) The delicious fl avours of Metsovone cheese and wine provide a fi tting start to our day. We continue to Kalambaka and admire the famous Byzantine Monasteries of Meteora that stand almost impossibly perched atop colossal boulders. Pass the seaside town of Volos before arriving into Portaria. (B) Hotel: Despotiko

PORTARIA – THERMOPYLAE – DELPHI – GALAXIDI We stop in Thermopylae, the site where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans fought bravely against the invading Persians. Join a 'Local Specialist' for a guided visit to Delphi. Walk the Sacred Way to the 4 th -century Temple of Apollo and ramble through what remains of this ancient sanctuary. The seaside village of Galaxidi, is our fi nal stop for the day. (B) Hotel: Nostos

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ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS• SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local

Specialist in Nafplion, Olympia, Meteora, Delphi and Athens

• ORIENTATION of Corfu, Metsovo, Meteora and Galaxidi

• VISIT the Theatre at Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the island of Corfu, the monastery of Palaiokastritsa and Achilleon Palace, the towns of Ioannina and Metsovo, the rock monasteries in Meteora, Mount Pelion region, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, the port town of Galaxidi and the Acropolis in Athens

• VIEW the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the Parthenon, Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens

• SEE the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae

GUEST REVIEW RATED: 4.7 /5

GALAXIDI – ATHENS We return to cosmopolitan Athens for a day of delving into antiquity. We ascend to the Acropolis and join a 'Local Specialist' for a sightseeing tour with magnifi cent views of Athena's Parthenon, the Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus. See Hadrian's Arch and view the stadium where the fi rst modern Olympics took place in 1896. On our fi nal evening together, we join our fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate together. (B, FD) Hotel: Radisson Blu Park

DEPART ATHENS We bid farewell to Athens and newfound friends as we prepare to depart Greece, or join the 3-day Santorini Extension. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (B)

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YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTSHere’s just a sample of the many special Trafalgar highlights included in your trip.

CONNECT WITH LOCALS Say opa! to an Olympic 'Be My Guest' experience with the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm, followed by a traditional dinner and dancing. ( Day 4 )

DIVE INTO CULTURE Learn about the winemaking tradition of the Nemea region and enjoy a local wine tasting. ( Day 3 )

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TRAVEL STYLE

Connect With Locals

KP Kick Off Party B Breakfast

Stays With StoriesL LunchD Dinner

Dive Into Culture

RD Regional DinnerFD Farewell Dinner

Make A Difference

Family FunBMG Be My Guest

OPTIONAL SANTORINI EXTENSION On the fi nal day of your trip, why not extend your holiday with three nights in marvellous Santorini?

ATHENS – SANTORINI (3 NIGHTS) Board a high-speed ferry to the idyllic island of Santorini. Transfer to your hotel with an orientation on arrival and spend free time exploring. (B) Hotel: El Greco

SANTORINI ORIENTATION Enjoy a full free day to explore the sun-kissed shores of Santorini - its villages, vineyards and caldera. (B)

SANTORINI Another full day to explore Santorini. Indulge in its wines or consider a ride in a caique to the volcanic island of Nea Kamini. (B)

SANTORINI – ATHENS Take a short fl ight back to Athens this morning. Say goodbye to Greece as you continue your journey home. (B)

From US$4475 per person sharing a twin room.

From US$1360 per person single supplement.

This package ends at Athens Airport – should you wish to return to the city of Athens additional transfer charges will apply.

Trip code: GSMS

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GREAT SAVINGS

1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$320

2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$82

3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$200 PP

4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefi ts for past guests

MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP * All prices are per person, twin share.

Shared Rooming: Room Share is not available on this trip.

Accommodation : Guests may be accommodated in alternative hotels in certain locations. The hotels in Galaxidi and Portaria are small capacity hotels. All hotels will be of the same or higher standard.

Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers will be provided for guests who have provided Trafalgar with their fl ight details and are staying in an Athens hotel booked by Trafalgar.

Flights: Onward fl ights from Athens airport should not be scheduled before 2pm.

Trip code: GSML

SU 05 APR WE 15 APR 3275 SU 26 JUL WE 05 AUG 3275SU 26 APR WE 06 MAY 3275

SU 16 AUG WE 26 AUG 3275SU 10 MAY WE 20 MAY 3275 SU 30 AUG WE 09 SEP 3275SU 24 MAY WE 03 JUN 3275

SU 13 SEP WE 23 SEP 3275SU 07 JUN WE 17 JUN 3275 SU 27 SEP WE 07 OCT 3275SU 28 JUN WE 08 JUL 3275

SU 04 OCT WE 14 OCT 3275SU 12 JUL WE 22 JUL 3275

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