5 Days TOP Highlights in Mainland and Islands of Greece

Day 1 Athens Full Day Private Tour

1. 1

   Acropolis

   1 hour 30 min Admission ticket not included

   Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make your day. On the historical hill, you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.

2. 2

   Propylaea

   1 hour 30 min

   The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.

3. 3

   Parthenon

   2 hours

   Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, the eternal symbol of the Athenian democracy and the western civilization.

4. 4

   Erectheion

   20 min

   Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.

5. 5

   Tempio Di Athena Nike

   30 min

   Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.

6. 6

   Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio

   30 min Admission ticket not included

   After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest temple in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian's Arch.

7. 7

   Panathenaic Stadium

   10 min Admission ticket not included

   We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

8. 8

   Lykavittos (Mount Lycabettus)

   15 min

   Then moving into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis to the Aegean Sea.

9. 9

   Ancient Agora of Athens

   50 min Admission ticket not included

   Ancient Greek Agora which is considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy and free speech.

10. 10

    Temple of Hephaestus

    10 min Admission ticket not included

    You will visit the Temple of Hephaestus, the best-preserved temple in Greece standing largely as built.

11. 11

    Museum of the Ancient Agora

    20 min Admission ticket not included

    In this little but important museum you will see findind or ancient Athenians daily life and their political system.

12. 12

    Plateia Syntagmatos

    10 min

    Next driving alongside the National Garden, we will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.

13. 13

    Tomba Del Milite Ignoto

    15 min

    Next driving alongside the National Garden, we will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.

14. 14

    The Academy of Athens

    15 min

    The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.

15. 15

    The Academy of Athens

    15 min

    The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.

16. 16

    National Library of Greece

    15 min

    The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.

17. 17

    Plaka

    1 hour

    You will be feeling hungry by now so next stop is going to be a traditional Greek tavern with authentic Greek dishes

18. 18

    Monastiraki

    1 hour

    Historically old neighborhood of Athens.

19. 19

    Acropolis Museum

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

    As you enter the museum grounds, look through the plexiglass floor to see the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood, which were artfully incorporated into the museum design after being uncovered during excavations.This dazzling modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis’ southern slope showcases its surviving treasures still in Greek possession. While the collection covers the Archaic and Roman periods, the emphasis is on the Acropolis of the 5th century BCE, considered the apotheosis of Greece’s artistic achievement.

Day 2 Delphi Private Tour

1. 1

   Monastery of Hosios Loukas

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   Our first stop is going to be the monastery of Hosios Loukas, which represents the second golden age of Byzantine art (11th -12th century) in particular its golden mosaic decoration and fine architecture.

2. 2

   Mount Parnassus

   20 min

   We will be on the slopes of Mount Parnassus before reaching Delphi.

3. 3

   Delphi

   20 min

   Delphi is a town on Mount Parnassus in the south of mainland Greece. It's the site of the 4th-century-B.C. Temple of Apollo, once home to a legendary oracle.

4. 4

   Delphi Archaeological Museum

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   In the museum you will be able to see the famous charioteer and Gold Ivory statue.

5. 5

   Temple of Apollo

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   Called the centre of the world, Delphi was the most famous ancient Greek sanctuary with a PanHellenic character dedicated to the God Apollo.

6. 6

   Arachova

   10 min

   A stop at the village of Arachova, Mykonos of the Winter, as the Athenians call it, for come picturesque photos.

7. 7

   Athens

   10 min

   We will drive back to Athens.

Day 3 One-Day 3 Islands Hopping

1. 1

   Piraeus

   10 min

   We will drive to the port to start your cruise.

2. 2

   Hydra

   1 hour

   You’ll depart Athens under the morning sun and enjoy a delicious, optional breakfast, if you choose, from our menu. As you cruise the legendary waters of the historic Saronic Gulf, our first island destination, is Hydra.
   On arrival you’ll marvel at the amazing architecture of the harbour town and have plenty of time to discover the many charms of the island on one of our tours. A leisurely stroll through the narrow streets is a must.

3. 3

   Poros

   40 min

   Depart Hydra and cruise to Poros, a quiet and beautiful green island, noted for its pleasant beaches and the fragrant aroma of lemon carried by a gentle wind from its many groves. The boat will be at Poros for about 40 minutes leaving you enough time to admire the graphic setting of the island's Chora.

4. 4

   Aegina

   2 hours

   Cruise to Aegina and discover the island’s brilliant cultural heritage, including an optional short boat ride to swim. You'll have about 2 hours to discover the island's beauties either on your own or through one of our guided tours.

5. 5

   15 min

   A visit to the Temple of Afaia is an unforgettable excursion. The temple is the focal point of the area of the sanctuary, founded in ancient Aegina to commemorate the Minoan deity Afaia, daughter of Zeus and Carme. The temple is in the Dorian style and is considered by many to be the model the Parthenon is Athens.

6. 6

   Athens

   15 min

   Return to Athens in the early evening and enjoy an amazing view of the Attica sky at sunset from our Sun Deck and Live Greek Folk Dance Show that will accompany you for about 1.5hour to 2hours until you reach Attica's port.

Day 4 Sounio Sunset Half Day Private Tour

1. 1

   Glyfada

   20 min

   Glyfada is a suburb in South Athens with a lot of beach bars and nightclubs.

2. 2

   Voula Beach

   20 min

   Drive by Voula beach to admire the Athenian Riviera.

3. 3

   Lake Vouliagmeni

   20 min

   Drive by Vouliagmeni, with the luxurious hotels, the sandy beaches and, of course,the famous natural Lake protected by Natura 2000.

4. 4

   Varkiza

   20 min

   Drive by Varkiza admiring the sea.

5. 5

   Anavyssos

   20 min

   Drive By Anavyssos.

6. 6

   Temple of Poseidon

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   We will see the temple of Poseidon that dominates above the Aegean Sea and the remains of the temple Athena Souniada. Apart from the unique location and the archaeological interest, Cape Sounio is also known for its breathtaking sunset and view of the Greek Islands. It is considered as one of the most romantic places in Greece. The place Lord Byron wrote about and treasured.

7. 7

   Sounio

   10 min

   Enjoy the incredible sunset and see the ancient columns changing colour and becoming golden as the sun dives into the Aegean sea.

8. 8

   Athens

   10 min

   We will drive the same way back watching the different colours of the sky...

Day 5 Wineroads Full Day Private Tour

1. 1

   Corinth Canal

   15 min

   The tour starts with a drive along the coast, on the way you will view some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis (where the historical naval battle took place between the Athenians and the Persians).
   Our first stop the Corinth Canal. Opened in 1892 separating the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. You will have time to walk across on a pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer.

2. 2

   Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)

   20 min Admission ticket included

   Ancient Corinth, located at the foot of the hill includes the Roman Agora of Corinth, the temple of God Apollo and a small museum.
   Apart from its archaeological and historical interest Ancient Corinth is also one of the most popular religious destinations in Greece as this was where the Apostle Paul preached Christianity, was judged by the tribunal in the Agora and established the best organized Christian church of that period.

3. 3

   Temple of Apollo

   10 min Admission ticket not included

   We will visit the Temple of Apollo which is located in the in the Ancient city of Corinth. The temple of Apollo at Corinth is one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland. Built around 560 B.C.E., of local monolithic limestone on top of an imposing, rocky hill to the north of Acrocorinth, the Archaic temple was an emblem for the Greek city of Corinth, reflecting its growth and prosperity.

4. 4

   Akrokorinthos

   10 min

   Acrocorinth, "Upper Corinth", the acropolis of ancient Corinth, is a monolithic rock overseeing the ancient city of Corinth, Greece. In the estimation of George Forrest, “It is the most impressive of the acropoleis of mainland Greece.”
   With its secure water supply, Acrocorinth's fortress was repeatedly used as a last line of defense in southern Greece because it commanded the Isthmus of Corinth, repelling foes from entry by land into the Peloponnese peninsula.

5. 5

   Ancient Nemea

   30 min Admission ticket not included

   Driving through the grape yards of the largest wine production zone in Greece, we will visit one of the best wineries. People will gladly give you a small tour showing you the grape yards, the storage barrels, explaining you the procedure that takes place until the bottling. In the end, you will be offered to taste some of their best varieties while having a view of the Nemean Valley.

6. 6

   Archaeological Museum of Nemea

   30 min Admission ticket not included

   Archaeological site and Museum of Nemea shows you interesting things about the Nemean Pan Hellenic Games.

7. 7

   Ktima Bairaktaris

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   After the visit to the site, we will head towards one of the Nemean wineries. Driving through the grape yards of the largest wine production zone in Greece, we will visit one of the best wineries. People will gladly give you a small tour showing you the grape yards, the storage barrels, explaining you the procedure that takes place until the bottling. In the end, you will be offered to taste some of their best varieties while having a view of the Nemean Valley.

8. 8

   Nafplio

   1 hour

   Lastly, we will drive towards the city of Nafplio for our last stop, considered the most scenic city, it functioned as the capital of Greece until 1834. After walking in the idyllic old city we will stop for lunch at a traditional tavern by the sea.

9. 9

   15 min

   We will drive up to the castle of Acronafplia for a panoramic view of Nafplio.

10. 10

    Bourtzi

    15 min

    Bourtzi, a huge port opened to the Aegean Sea and the unique architecture of the old city of Nafplion revealing Venetian, neoclassical and oriental elements.

11. 11

    Athens

    15 min

    We will drive back to Athens.