Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. You will receive information about the start of your tour in the afternoon, either directly or through the information board located at the reception of the hotel.

Important:

Check-in: Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you need an earlier check in-in, please consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.

Additional Nights: If you have requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival, however you will meet your tour guide when the scheduled activities begin. Until then, please feel free to enjoy the city at your leisure. At reception, you will find an information board with our team´s telephone number and details regarding the activities. If you need further assistance, the hotel staff is available to help at any time.
Optional Activities: we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.

Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them to enhance the trip experience.

Athens - Kamena Vourla - Kastraki - Meteora - Kalambaka

Total distance covered: 410 km.

Scenery: Sea views and fantastic landscapes of the Meteora and Orthodox monasteries.

Note: Wear appropriate clothing (women will be provided with skirts upon arrival at the monastery). Also, wear comfortable footwear as you will need to climb many steps!

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Athens. We’ll head north and travel through pleasant Mediterranean landscapes.
10:15 a.m. - Kamena Vourla. This charming seaside tourist center offers magnificent scenery. You´ll have time for a stroll and a coffee.

11:15 a.m. Departure from Kamena Vourla. Continuing through the Greek´s inland, we’ll make a brief stop at the mountain pass where the Battle of Thermopylae took place.
01:45 p.m. Kastraki. We´ll stop for lunch in this picturesque town at the foot of the Meteora, where the views are magnificent! After lunch, we´ll visit the Meteora, an impressive UNESCO World Heritage site with monasteries that seem to "hang" from the rocks. We´ll stop to visit one of the monasteries (admission included) and see the remaining ones perched atop immense rock formations.

Accommodation will be in Kalabaka, a small town in the center of the Meteora region. Dinner will be included.

Kalambaka - Delphi - Athens

Total distance covered: 424 km.Scenery: The route passes through the fertile Thessalian plain, offering views over the Phocis valley and the Gulf of Corinth before continuing toward Athens.
Note: Since we will be visiting an Orthodox monastery, please dress appropriately.

08:00 a.m. – Departure from Kalambaka. We head south through the Thessaly region, with its rolling hills and farmland, before ascending into the mountainous landscapes of central Greece toward the slopes of Mount Parnassus.
11:30 a.m. – Delphi, considered in antiquity to be the center of the Hellenic world, Delphi was the sanctuary dedicated to the god Apollo and home to his famed oracle, consulted by leaders and citizens from across ancient Greece. Admission to the archaeological site included, a UNESCO World Heritage located on the slope of the Mount Parnassus, where you can admire the Temple of Apollo, the theater, and the stadium. Free time for lunch.

02:30 p.m. – Departure from Delphi.
03:30 p.m. – Hosios Loukas. Admission included to this magnificent Byzantine monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site considered a masterpiece of Byzantine art in Greece. Founded in the 10th century, it is famous for its rich 11th-century mosaics, elegant marble work, and harmonious architecture, which served as a model for many Orthodox churches built in later years.

04:45 p.m. – Departure from Hosios Loukas. We continue our journey through the Boeotian mountains before arriving in the Greek capital.
07:00 p.m. – Arrival in Athens in the late afternoon.

Athens

In the morning, we include a panoramic tour with a local guide of Athens, birthplace of democracy and one of the great pillars of Western thought. During the tour, we will see some of its iconic landmarks, including the Presidential Palace, the Panathenaic Stadium (home of the first modern Olympic Games), the National Library, the bustling downtown squares, and the grand avenues and neoclassical buildings that define the Greek capital, as well as the modern neighborhoods developed for the 2004 Olympics. We conclude near the Acropolis complex; admission is not included, but your guide will provide tips and orientation. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

08.00 p.m. - Evening transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, one of the most charming spots in the city, where you can stroll among its lively streets, traditional stores and Greek tavernas to immerse yourself in the rich folklore and gastronomy of this country.

Athens - Mykonos - Overnight on board

After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to the Lavrio Port, where we’ll board the ship “Celestyal Discovery” for a stunning cruise on the Aegean. The price includes full board on the cruise as well as all fees.

11:00 a.m. - Departure. Enjoy the breathtaking sea landscapes as we set sail.

06:00 p.m. - Expected arrival in Mykonos. Enjoy free time to explore this enchanting island, famous for its iconic windmills and charming white houses by the sea.

11:00 p.m. - Departure from Mykonos. You´ll spend the night on board, enjoying the ship´s amenities.

Kusadasi - Patmos - Overnight on board

Kusadasi-Patmos Cruise

07:00 a.m. – Kusadasi (Turkey). On the Turkish coast, you’ll experience a special vibe, and can go for a stroll or shop in the bazaars. If you wish, we recommend going on an excursion to see the ancient city of Ephesus.
12:00 p.m. – Departure from Kusadasi. We’ll head towards Patmos.
04:00 p.m. – Patmos. Arrival at this spiritual Greek island in the Aegean Sea. The island is known, according to Christian tradition, for being the place, where St. John The Apostle wrote the Apocalypse; and also for its white houses and monasteries.

09:00 p.m. – Departure from Patmos. Night on board.

Heraklion - Santorini - Overnight on board

Mediterranean Cruise Day

07:00 a.m. - Heraklion. Arrival in the capital of the Greek island of Crete. You can enjoy its lively atmosphere, relax on the beach, visit the fascinating archaeological museum, or to visit the archaeological remains of Knossos on an optional tour offered by the cruise.
11:30 a.m. - Departure.
04:30 p.m. - Santorini. Probably the most impressive of the Mediterranean islands, with its hillsides, white villages full of light, and stunning sea views.

09:00 p.m. - Our cruise will set sail again. Enjoy the night on board and join the party!

Athens

06:30 a.m. - Upon arrival at the Port of Lavrio, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories. If you request additional nights in Athens, the transfer from the port to the hotel is not included and will be charged separately.

Note: If you arrive by ferry from Rhodes, your port of arrival will be Piraeus.