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The Best of Greece

10 days
Start and end in Athens
4.9
131 traveler reviews
The Best of Greece - Cosmos
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Tour Operator:
Cosmos
Max group size:
50
Age range:
5 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
52109
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Highlights

  • Marvel at the Acropolis in Athens
  • See the archeological site of Olympia
  • Travel deep into the Peloponnese to Sparta
  • Visit the medieval Byzantine Citadel of Mystra
  • Enjoy a tasting at an Olive Oil Museum

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE
  2. Day 2 ATHENS
  3. Day 3 ATHENS–CORINTH–NAUPLIA
  4. Day 4 NAUPLIA–EPIDAURUS–MYCENAE–SPARTA
  5. Day 5 SPARTA–MYSTRA–OLYMPIA
  6. Day 6 OLYMPIA–PATRAS–DELPHI
  7. Day 7 DELPHI–KALAMBAKA
  8. Day 8 KALAMBAKA–METEORA–ATHENS
  9. Day 9 ATHENS
  10. Day 10 ATHENS
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
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Operated by

Cosmos

Number of tours

217

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

The Cosmos Story. For nearly 60 years, Cosmos has done something remarkable: Bringing the world to people; and people to the world. By pioneering value touring vacations, we have a long history of turning travel dreams into reality. We make possible “never thought I would” or “never imagined I...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.8
  • Food
    Good
    3.7
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  • ST
    · October 1st, 2024
    Great tours and guides. Friendly passengers also. Better than expected
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • The Best of Greece reviewer 2
    · September 17th, 2024
    I found the itinerary very good and the choice of archaeological sites excellent. Hotel and food were hit and miss for those included with a wide range of quality. Site guides were very good .
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • The Best of Greece reviewer 3
    · June 15th, 2024
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • A
    · July 6th, 2023
    It was an amazing experience
    Trip date: June 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · June 16th, 2023
    Our tour guide, Korina, was absolutely wonderful. She was very knowledgeable about everything we visited and our trip was so much better because of her presence and contributions. It was like travelling with an old friend. Our driver, Vasilis, was also excellent and expertly navigated roads that I would have been terrified to drive on.
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · May 28th, 2023
    Tour Director Korina was very friendly and thorough, driver Sotiris was so skilled and most helpful. Tour was what I expected, covering Greece's deep history and culture. This is the tour for everyone interested in learning as well as exploring.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · May 19th, 2023
    Trip was well organized. Tour director was excellent! Accommodations really nice. Impressed with everything as a first time customer.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · May 19th, 2023
    Excellent guide (Atonis) Excellent driver (Spiros) Great bus, early visits to sites was ideal. Some of the accomodation was a bit 'ratty' especially in Kalambaka. My room had black mould! (Hotel Famissi Eden) but the Moxy in Athens was great
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · May 18th, 2023
    Well organized, informative, and fun.
    Trip date: May 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · May 10th, 2023
    The tour director is an excellent tour guide.
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos

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The Best of Greece
From Athens to Athens

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Are there options for free time or optional excursions during the tour?

      The tour includes free time in several locations and you have the option to partake in additional excursions or explore on your own.

    • What happens if there are changes or updates to my travel packet?

      Updated travel packets are sent electronically, and it's advised to check your spam or junk folders if you haven't received updated information.

    • How do I complete the guest acknowledgement process?

      Guests are required to acknowledge their reservation, a process that can be completed online through the travel packet instructions.

    • How do I add special accommodations for disabled guests on the tour?

      Please inform us immediately if any adjustments or special accommodations are required for disabled guests.

    • Are meals included in the tour, and if so, which ones?

      Breakfast is included daily during the tour, with a total of 3 dinners also included.

    • How do I handle my luggage during the tour?

      Travelers are responsible for their own luggage, although the drivers will assist in loading and unloading it from the bus.

    • How can I ensure my room bookings reflect the correct details?

      Please ensure that the names and titles on your reservation match those on your travel identification to avoid any issues.

    • What are the check-in and check-out times at the hotels?

      Hotel check-in times are usually around 3 PM, and you will coordinate your transfer time to the final hotel with the front desk staff.

    • Is there a cancellation policy for the tour?

      Cancellations involve a fee, typically a percentage of the tour cost, which varies depending on the timing of the cancellation relative to the departure date.

    • How many monasteries will we visit during the Meteora tour, and what are their names?

      We visit two monasteries during the Meteora tour, which are Vaarlam and St. Stevens. Note that Vaarlam is not open on Fridays.

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    Good to Know

    • Currency
      Euro
      Greece
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M. As a traveller from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

      Type C
      Greece
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      Type F
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      Type D
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      Type M
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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Greece. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before January 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 25th, 2025, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Cosmos. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Cosmos will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "Cosmos" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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