Self-drive tour mainland Greece
12 days from £3,510pp
Tour highlights
Soak up the history of ancient Athens and the modern Acropolis Museum on a private tour.
Enjoy dinner with a local Athenian, learning about Greek food and culture.
Hike above the Meteora monasteries.
Explore the ancient ruins at Delphi and Olympia archaeological sites.
Stay in a villa in the seaside town of Nafplio.
Price includes
Itinerary idea in detail
With international flights from a choice of airports including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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International outbound flight , Athens
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Athens. Meet your private driver at the airport for a transfer to your hotel in Athens. In the evening, visit a local home and enjoy dinner and conversation with a native Athenian.
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You’ll meet your private guide this morning for a tour of the Acropolis, seeing one of the top sights in Greece and delving further into its history at the modern Acropolis Museum.
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Athens , Central Greece , Trikala , Kastraki
Make your own way to the car hire rental office, collect your car, and head north towards Kastraki, located next to the Meteora monasteries. On the way stop at the vibrant university town of Trikala and explore the narrow alleyways and quaint houses of the old town.
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Kastraki
Meet your hiking guide and hike from Kastraki uphill to the Meteora monasteries. From here take a path above the monasteries and hike the paths away from the crowds.
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Kastraki , Central Greece , Delphi , Galaxidi
Drive south to the seaside village of Galaxidi. En route, stop in Delphi and meet your guide for a private tour of ancient Delphi, located in a dramatic position on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Your guide will bring the remains to life – these were once home to the legendary Oracle of Delphi.
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Today is at leisure in Galaxidi. You can explore the nearby beaches or head inland and visit the mountain village of Arachova.
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Peloponnese , Olympia
This morning you’ll meet your guide for a walking tour of ancient Olympia – the original setting for the Olympic Games – along with the Olympia Museum. The afternoon is yours at leisure to relax by the hotel pool.
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Olympia , Peloponnese , Epidavros , Nafplio
Depart for Nafplio, but stop at Epidavros along the way and meet with your private guide. Together you’ll explore the ancient Greek theatre where performances are still held today, and the adjacent site which was once a healing retreat. Afterward continue onto a nearby olive oil producer for a tour and some olive oil tasting.
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Meet some locals in Nafplio today and learn about their lives. Visit a local cheesemonger, beekeeper and ouzo producer to learn about their professions and enjoy some food and drink tastings.
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Your last day is at leisure. We suggest a visit to the sandy beaches located just outside of Nafplio, or a visit to the archaeological site of Mycanae.
- Athens
- Central Greece
- Trikala
- Kastraki
- Central Greece
- Delphi
- Galaxidi
- Peloponnese
- Olympia
- Peloponnese
- Olympia
- Peloponnese
- Epidavros
- Nafplio
- Athens
Contact a specialist
The specialist who designs your trip to Greece will have explored the country many times and, in some cases, lived there. Their first-hand knowledge gives us the belief that no other travel company can match our expertise in helping you plan your trip. Your dedicated specialist will take the time to understand your preferences and build them into an itinerary to match, working to your budget. He or she will keep perfecting it until you’re completely happy and ready to book.
When to go
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