ATHENS 26ºC - 29ºC
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
ATHENS 26ºC - 29ºC
We´ll embark on a city tour of Athens with a local guide, visiting landmarks such as the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the National Library, and the bustling squares of the city center. We´ll also explore the newer neighborhoods that developed after the 2004 Olympic Games. The tour will conclude at the Acropolis (admission not included). In the evening, we´ll provide a transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, renowned for its charming Greek tavernas and opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich folklore of this country.
ATHENS 26ºC - 29ºC - TRIPOLI 27ºC - 27ºC - OLYMPIA 23ºC - 23ºC - PATRAS 25ºC - 26ºC
We’ll travel to the Peloponnese, making a brief stop at the Corinth Canal, an impressive engineering marvel from the late nineteenth century. Continuing through the mountains, we’ll reach Tripoli, the capital of the Arcadia region. Here, we’ll take a break to explore the bustling Aeros Square, known for its cafes and restaurants. Our journey will then take us to Olympia, where we’ll visit the Archaeological Site with a local guide (ticket included). The first Olympic Games were held here in 776 B.C., attracting athletes from all over Greece and its colonies. Highlights of the site include the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Gymnasium, and the Arena. Next, we’ll proceed to Patras, the third largest city in Greece, with a remarkable medieval fortress and the largest cathedral in the country. Adjacent to the cathedral is the small church of St. Andrew, a significant place of pilgrimage. Dinner will be included.
PATRAS 25ºC - 26ºC - IGOUMENITSA 27ºC - 27ºC - IGUMENITSA BRINDISI FERRY - BRINDISI 24ºC - 26ºC
After breakfast, we will cross over the Rio-Antirrio bridge, an impressive cable-stayed bridge which connects the Peloponnese with the Greek continent. We travel across the Central Greece regions and the Epyrus. IGOUMENITSA, arrival at this coastal city; free time for a walk before taking the modern ferry (expected departure time at 14:00h) on which we will cross the Ionian Sea towards Italy. Arrival at BRINDISI by the end of the day (arrival time expected at 21:00h). Lodging.
BRINDISI 24ºC - 26ºC - ALBEROBELLO 22ºC - 24ºC - MATERA 22ºC - 22ºC - NAPLES 26ºC - 26ºC
Today we will visit two spectacular and authentic towns. ALBEROBELLO, charming town famous for its unique conical-shaped houses known as "trulli". These unique structures, with their stacked stone roofs, are a World Heritage Site and are considered an outstanding example of Italian rural architecture. After that we continue to MATERA, located in the Basilicata region, known for its ancient historic center with its "Sassi di Matera", a complex of ancient houses and buildings carved into the rock that date back thousands of years. It is a World Heritage Site and is one of the oldest continuously inhabited human settlements in the world. Time for a walk and lunch. In the afternoon we continue through Basilicata and Campania, admiring their beautiful mountain landscapes. NAPLES, arrival in the evening. Free time afterwards.
NAPLES 26ºC - 26ºC - CAPRI 26ºC - 28ºC - SORRENTO 27ºC - 28ºC - SALERNO 23ºC - 23ºC
We’ll have free time to explore Naples before boarding a boat for a trip to the Island of Capri, where you can choose to take a boat to Grotta Bianca or the funicular to Capri city. After lunch, we’ll reboard and head to Sorrento, a charming tourist town nestled at the base of a cliff, where you’ll have free time to wander. Our journey will then take us to the Gulf of Salerno, where we’ll stay in the city of Salerno.
SALERNO 23ºC - 23ºC - POMPEII 12ºC - 14ºC - NAPLES 26ºC - 26ºC - CASSINO 23ºC - 24ºC - ROME 22ºC - 24ºC
We’ll begin our day with a visit to Pompeii, where you’ll have the chance to admire the remains of this ancient Roman city, buried by the ashes of Mount Vesuvius (tickets and guided tour included). Afterward, we’ll head to Naples, one of Italy’s most captivating cities and among the oldest continuously inhabited areas in Europe. The historic quarter of Naples, one of the largest in Europe, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. We’ll then continue to Cassino, where you can visit the breathtaking abbey, the site of one of World War II’s fiercest battles. Our journey will conclude in Rome, arriving in the evening.
ROME 22ºC - 24ºC
In the morning, we´ll begin with a panoramic tour that will introduce us to the “Eternal City.” This tour includes admission to the Imperial Forums, an impressive architectural complex of monumental buildings and squares that served as the center of political activity in ancient Rome. Afterward, we’ll go to St. Peter´s Basilica in the Vatican, where you´ll have free time. The afternoon will be at your leisure.
ROME 22ºC - 24ºC
Enjoy a free day to take in the charm of this city, exploring and discovering its memorable places.
ROME 22ºC - 24ºC - TERMOLI 25ºC - 25ºC - MONTE SANT ANGELO - TRANI 25ºC - 26ºC - BARI 25ºC - 26ºC
Today we travel towards the Adriatic Sea, the landscapes of the Apennine Mountain range are magnificent. We make a stop to visit the ABBEY OF SAN GIOVANNI IN VENERE, a beautiful 11th-century abbey built on the ruins o fan ancient Roman temple. TERMOLI, a charming city by the sea whose beach is dominated by the walled old town and where its 13th century castle and Romanesque cathedral stand out. Time for lunch and a walk. We continue towards MONTE SANT´ANGELO, a world heritage site and a place of pilgrimage throughout history, its Romanesque sanctuary located in a cave guarding tombs since the 6th century. Have a walk through the medieval center of the town. We continue to TRANI, “the pearl of the Adriatic”, a magnificent city that embraces the sea and displays its pink Romanesque cathedral. Arrival in BARI and free time before going to the hotel for a walk through the important port, promenade and alleys of the old town.
BARI 25ºC - 26ºC - BRINDISI 24ºC - 26ºC - BRINDISI IGUMENITSA FERRY - IGOUMENITSA 27ºC - 27ºC
After breakfast we have time to walk through the old town of BARI, a port city inhabited since before Roman times. Its narrow streets, its churches, its lively life make it a very special city. Later we continue to BRINDISI, where we take a modern ferry (scheduled departure at 13:00 hrs.) with which we cross the Ionian Sea. Arrival in IGOUMENITSA, in Greece, after the 8-hour crossing. Accommodation.Note: During the ferry journey you will have to carry your luggage with you. If the group of passengers is not large, during the journey they will travel without an accompanying Europamundo guide. A new guide will be waiting for you upon arrival.
IGOUMENITSA 27ºC - 27ºC - METSOVO 15ºC - 15ºC - KALABAKA
After breakfast, we´ll journey through the tall mountains of Epirus to reach Metsovo, a charming Balkan village nestled between mountains. Isolated by rugged terrain, this area retains a unique culture influenced by Slavic and Turkish traditions. Take time to wander its streets lined with traditional stone houses, red tile roofs, and intricately carved wooden balconies. Continuing into Thessaly, we´ll stop in Kastraki, a quaint village offering stunning views of the Meteora Valley. Enjoy lunch before exploring the Meteora, a remarkable World Heritage Site. The name "Metéora" in Greek means "suspended in the air" or "in the sky," aptly describing the towering rock formations crowned with monasteries. These secluded sites have been havens for monks seeking solitude and tranquility for centuries. Our visit includes admission to one of its most renowned monasteries. Finally, we´ll arrive in Kalabaka, where dinner will be included.
KALABAKA - DELPHI 20ºC - 22ºC - HOSIOS LOUKAS - ATHENS 26ºC - 29ºC
We’ll journey south through the Thessaly region, where you’ll experience stunning landscapes, before reaching Delphi. Here, we´ll explore the exquisite archaeological site overlooking the Gulf of Corinth, with breathtaking views. There will be time for lunch. Following that, we´ll head to the Hosios Loukas Monastery, renowned as one of the most beautiful Byzantine monasteries in Greece and a World Heritage Site. Its magnificent 11th-century mosaics are truly remarkable. We´ll then continue our journey towards Athens, arriving in the evening.
ATHENS 26ºC - 29ºC
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
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