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ARRIVE ATHENS (2 NIGHTS) Put the 'oh' in opa and embark on an unforgettable exploration of an ancient land of gods and goddesses, myths and legends. Your springboard to your spellbinding holiday is the vibrant capital of Athens, an eff ortless mix of ancient treasures and modern verve, which you will have an opportunity to explore aft er being transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception, including a light meal and welcome drink. (WR) Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis

ATHENS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join your Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour to the ancient complex that was once the Cradle of Western Civilisation. We'll have an opportunity to explore the Acropolis with its treasures. We'll admire the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus and the Agora. 'Dive Into Culture' and see remarkable displays of an ancient world during an included visit to the Acropolis Museum, and see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the fi rst modern Olympics took place. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own. Stroll through the Plaka, people watch in Syntagma Square or go in search of the city's tastiest souvlaki. (B, )

ATHENS – CORINTH – MYCENAE – EPIDAURUS – NAFPLION We depart Athens crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in Corinth, we join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. We continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of ancient Greece, where we'll see the Beehive Tombs (the Treasury of Atreus), the Lion Gate and the remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, in the company of a Local Specialist. Later, we'll travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. (B, D) Hotel: Amalia Nafplio

NAFPLION – OLYMPIA We traverse the Mountains of Arcadia to ancient Olympia, the site of the fi rst Olympic Games held in 776 BC. This evening, we 'Connect With Locals' joining the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm for a Be My Guest dinner, some traditional dancing and characteristic Greek philoxenia . (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Arty Grand

OLYMPIA – PATRAS – DELPHI We join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. We'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Leaving Olympia, we skirt the coastline north to Patras, crossing the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece before continuing to Delphi, our home for the night. (B) Hotel: Amalia

DELPHI – THERMOPYLAE – KALAMBAKA Tread in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks, who would descend on the sanctuary of Delphi to consult with the most important oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4 th -century Temple of Apollo. View the statues

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EXPLORE ANCIENT GREECE, FROM THE TEMPLES OF ZEUS AND HERA TO THE PARTHENON AND DELPHI. WALK THE SACRED WAY TO THE 4 TH TEMPLE OF APOLLO AND GREET THE GODS AND GODDESSES OF OLYMPIA.

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CITY TOUR in Athens, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora

VISIT the Acropolis and Museum in Athens, the ancient ruins in Corinth, the Ancient Theatre in Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, and the incredible rock monasteries in Meteora

VIEW the Parthenon, the Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the ancient theatre and Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus, and the battle site at Thermopylae

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

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TwinShare ARRIVE ATHENS (2 NIGHTS) Put the 'oh' in

opa and embark on an unforgettable exploration of an ancient land of gods and goddesses, myths and legends. Your springboard to your spellbinding holiday is the vibrant capital of Athens, an eff ortless mix of ancient treasures and modern verve, which you will have an opportunity to explore aft er being transferred to your hotel. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Reception, including a light meal and welcome drink. (WR) Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis

ATHENS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join your Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour to the ancient complex that was once the Cradle of Western Civilisation. We'll have an opportunity to explore the Acropolis with its treasures. We'll admire the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus and the Agora. 'Dive Into Culture' and see remarkable displays of an ancient world during an included visit to the Acropolis Museum, and see Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the fi rst modern Olympics took place. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own. Stroll through the Plaka, people watch in Syntagma Square or go in search of the city's tastiest souvlaki. (B, )

ATHENS – CORINTH – MYCENAE – EPIDAURUS – NAFPLION We depart Athens crossing the mighty Corinth Canal to the wild Peloponnesian Peninsula. Arriving in Corinth, we join a Local Specialist to explore an ancient city that several empires fought over throughout the centuries. We continue to Mycenae, a mighty kingdom of ancient Greece, where we'll see the Beehive Tombs (the Treasury of Atreus), the Lion Gate and the remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, in the company of a Local Specialist. Later, we'll travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, whose snake-entwined staff remains the symbol of medicine to this day. (B, D) Hotel: Amalia Nafplio

NAFPLION – OLYMPIA We traverse the Mountains of Arcadia to ancient Olympia, the site of the fi rst Olympic Games held in 776 BC. This evening, we 'Connect With Locals' joining the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm for a Be My Guest dinner, some traditional dancing and characteristic Greek philoxenia . (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Arty Grand

OLYMPIA – PATRAS – DELPHI We join a Local Specialist this morning to delve into centuries of history. We'll visit the ancient Olympic site, the museum and the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera. Leaving Olympia, we skirt the coastline north to Patras, crossing the Gulf of Corinth to mainland Greece before continuing to Delphi, our home for the night. (B) Hotel: Amalia

DELPHI – THERMOPYLAE – KALAMBAKA Tread in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks, who would descend on the sanctuary of Delphi to consult with the most important oracle in the classical world. Join your Local Specialist and walk the Sacred Way to the 4 th -century Temple of Apollo. View the statues

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immortalising the strength of the athletes who once competed in the Pythian Games held in honour of Apollo and the Arts. A scenic aft ernoon drive brings us to Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defence by Leonidas and his brave Spartans against the invading Persians. We cross the lush Thessaly region, the ‘bread basket of Greece', then travel over the Pourmaraki Pass towards Kalambaka. (B, D) Hotel: Amalia

KALAMBAKA – METEORA – ATHENS The UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are our fi rst stop today. Join a Local Specialist to visit two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the town. A scenic drive returns us to Athens, where we'll enjoy a rousing Farewell Dinner with our travel companions and reminisce over an incredible journey through Greece. (B, FD) Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis

DEPART ATHENS We say a fond farewell to our newfound friends and the treasures of Greece aft er an unforgettable journey. Airport transfers are available, conditions apply. (B)

KALAMBAKA – METEORA – ATHENS UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora are our fi rst stop today. Join a Local

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q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: The 19 December 2019 departure will celebrate Christmas in Athens. The 26 December 2019 departure will toast New Year's Eve in Kalambaka. Each of these specially arranged festive meal celebrations will replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.

7 Reversed Itinerary: The departure marked will operate in reverse and may stay in alternative hotels to those listed opposite. All sightseeing and inclusions will remain as described.

EXPLORE ANCIENT GREECE, FROM THE TEMPLES OF ZEUS AND HERA TO THE PARTHENON AND DELPHI. WALK THE SACRED WAY TO THE 4 TH TEMPLE OF APOLLO AND GREET THE GODS AND GODDESSES OF OLYMPIA.

HighlightsTRIPHere’s just a sample of the many special handcrafted 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 meal and dancing. ( Day 4 )

DIVE INTO CULTURE

Visit the Acropolis Museum containing remarkable antiquities giving visitors an insight into the lives of Athenians centuries ago. ( Day 2 )

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Consider extending your holiday by spending an additional night in Athens and taking a one-day ‘3 Greek Island Cruise' extension.

ONE-DAY 3-ISLAND Cruise Extension

ATHENS – TRANSFER TO PORT – 3 GREEK ISLAND CRUISE – TRANSFER TO HOTEL Set sail on shimmering Aegean waters, past Hydra, Poros and Aegina – enjoy a day spent gliding past hidden coves, lush pine-clad slopes and labyrinthine cobbled streets that reveal all the charm you've come to expect from the Greek isles. Enjoy lunch on board before returning to your hotel aft er a full day on the water. (B, L) Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis

DEPART ATHENS Farewell Greece. Transfers to the airport are available for all guests who have provided Trafalgar with fl ight details. (B)

ATHENS – TRANSFER TO PORT – 3 GREEK ISLAND CRUISE – TRANSFER TO HOTEL Set sail on shimmering Aegean waters, past

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BEST OF GREECE 8 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 12 MEALS | FROM US$1525 pp*

Young traveller discount:SAVE US$150

Multiple trip discount:SAVE up to US$40

Triple room discount:SAVE US$80 p.p.

Single Supplement (add to price above): US$410 p.p.Exceptions 19 Dec 19 to 26 Dec 19 : US$450 p.p.

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

Shared Rooming: Room Share is not available on this trip. Airport transfers: Complimentary transfers will be available for guests who have provided Trafalgar with their fl ight details and are staying in an Athens hotel booked by Trafalgar.

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From US$200 per person twin share

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