2010: GREEK ODYSSEY W/ 7 DAY CRUISE EXT. (6512)
16 days incl. travel, or 15 days from Athens to Athens
Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many traditions. This vacation features the major sights, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka quarter dotted with cafes and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built on rock formations; ancient Delphi, site of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games. Test the acoustics at the Epidauros Theater, and explore Mycenae, where Agamemnon's golden mask was found. Cross the Corinth Canal and return to Athens for the conclusion of your Greek adventure.This tour also includes a 7-day cruise to Turkey, Egypt, Israel, and some of the Greek Islands. For more information, check the detailed itinerary.
HOTELS
Athens Acropolis Select (F), Kalambaka Famisi (ST), Delphi Acropole (ST) or Parnassos (ST), Olympia Olympia Palace (F), Nauplia Rex (ST)
HOTELS
Athens Acropolis Select (F), Kalambaka Famisi (ST), Delphi Acropole (ST) or Parnassos (ST), Olympia Olympia Palace (F), Nauplia Rex (ST)
Details
- Tour Operator
- Cosmos
- Offer
- Offer valid through 12/31/2009
- Duration
- 16 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | Fri. BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT. |
| Day 2 | Athens | Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to start exploring the Greek capital. Later, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers and maybe join them in an optional evening out. |
| Day 3 | Kalambaka | This morning's included sightseeing features the highlights of Athens with a visit to the Acropolis. In the afternoon, after bypassing Lamia into Thessaly and by way of Trikala to Kalambaka, spend the night in the vicinity of Meteora, which will be visited tomorrow. (B,D) |
| Day 4 | Delphi | A short drive to Meteora, which is a cluster of monastic buildings perched in an unforgettable manner on a set of rising rock formations. Your included visit is certainly the day's highlight. Later, retrace your steps southwards to reach Delphi for an overnight. (B) |
| Day 5 | Olympia | Included morning sightseeing in Delphi, in ancient times known as the 'Navel of the Earth.' Located five minutes from the village, the ancient site, backed by imposing Mount Parnassus, is in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the country. Sightseeing will guide you along the Sacred Way to see the Temple of Apollo, some of the treasures, and the theater. This afternoon, follow the Gulf of Corinth through Nakpaktos to Antirion over the new spectacular bridge towards Olympia for an overnight. (B,D) |
| Day 6 | Nauplia | The original home of the Olympic Games first held in 776 BC, Olympia was a sacred precinct to the god Zeus, whose temple once housed one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This morning's included sightseeing takes in the ancient stadium where the games were held and the temples of Zeus and his wife, Hera. Later, travel across the mountains of Arcadia, passing through Tripolis before entering the Argolis, land of Greek myths and legends. Stop awhile to visit the Epidaurus theater, which can still seat 14,000 spectators. Overnight in Nauplia on the Argolic Gulf. (B) |
| Day 7 | Athens | This morning, visit the imposing ruins of the site of Mycenae with a Local Guide (entrance fees included), the ancient city Homer called a 'city rich in gold.' It was here that the Golden Mask of Agamemnon was unearthed, along with many other treasures that matched exactly Homer's descriptions in the Iliad. Enter the city by the magnificent Lion's Gate and stroll up to Agamemnon's Royal Palace. Then to the Corinth Canal for a brief stop before continuing to Athens for two overnights. (B) |
| Day 8 | Piraeus | Evening embarkation in Piraeus. Cruise overnight towards Istanbul. (B,D) |
| Day 9-14 | Istanbul, Mykonos, Ashdod (Israel), Port Said (Egypt), Alexandria (Egypt), Aghios Nikolaos (Crete) | Istanbul, Mykonos, Ashdod (Israel), Port Said (Egypt), Alexandria (Egypt), Aghios Nikolaos (Crete)(B,L,D daily) |
| Day 15 | Athens | After an early breakfast on board, disembark at Piraeus and return to Athens. The remainder of the day is free to catch up on last-minute shopping or explore the city. (B) |
| Day 16 | Athens | YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY. (B) |
- Dates/Pricing
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- US$ Price Details
The above prices are per person in twin inside cabins.Upgrade per person to outside cabin tour 6514: $120Supplement for single room on land and single occupancy of inside cabin on Greek cruise:$855Reduction for triple room on land and triple occupancy of inside cabin on Greek cruise: $175
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Additional Information:
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-2009, 2010 & 2011 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2010, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.
