Kavala

The group will arrive by Turkish coach in the town of Kavala. Our Greek guide and coach will await the guests at the pre-booked hotel. Check-in upon arrival. Overnight Kavala.

Thessaloniki View of White Tower

After an orientation tour of the town, we proceed to the site of Philippi, one of the first Christian communities and known for the baptizing of Lydia. After a guided visit of the site, with time for an open-air celebration, we drive to Thessaloniki. Upon arrival, we have a short tour of the town before check-in at the hotel. Overnight Thessaloniki.

Thessaloniki View of White Tower

After breakfast, we visit the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and then continue to Vergina for a visit of the excavations and the rich exhibits of the Tomb of Phillip II.  In 1977, M. Andronicos brought to light the royal tombs in the Great Tumulus of Vergina. The most remarkable of these was the tomb of Philip II, and its discovery is considered to be one of the most important archaeological events of the century. Since then, continuing excavations have revealed a series of significant monuments. During a morning tour, we will visit the site and its exhibits, among which are some world-famous gold finds.

The importance of the finds in Vergina Archaeological site (not to mention the very geographical position of Vergina itself!) exceeds the Greek national borders and adds precious historical documentation on the origin and nature of the Macedonian civilization. It proves the efforts on FYROM's part to monopolize the name of Macedonia historically ignorant and politically far fetched. The writer of these lines was born in Vergina and finds it difficult to understand why he should have problems declaring his Macedonian identity feeling, at the same time, one hundred per cent Greek!

We continue on for Delphi, via Lamia and Amfissa. Overnight Delphi.

Δελφοί: Το Ιερό της Προναίας Αθηνάς και ο Θόλος

After breakfast, we begin our tour of Delphi, known as the “Navel of the World,” where history was ‘predicted’ by the renowned oracle in ancient times. The museum at Delphi contains many important finds from the site, among them the impressive Bronze Charioteer. Early afternoon, we continue on for Athens. Overnight Athens.

Η διώρυγα της Κορίνθου

After breakfast, we'll start in the morning for a drive along the Saronic Gulf towards Corinth. Short stop at the famous Canal and proceed to visit Ancient Corinth, a community of importance, known for St. Paul’s Letters to the Corinthians. Drive on towards Nafplio and visit Mycenae on the way. After a walking tour of Nauplia, proceed for Epidaurus to visit the famous amphitheater. Return to Athens via the coastal road. Overnight Athens.

Η Ακρόπολη της Αθήνας: Οι Καρυάτιδες του Ερέχθειου

The day is dedicated for visits of the city of Athens. After an orientation tour of town, viewing its most important ancient and modern monuments, a guided visit of the Acropolis, the New Acropolis Museum, and its surrounding sites will follow. Time for reflections at the famous Aereopago Hill, from where Paul spoke to the Athenians, before a guided walk over the Ancient and Roman Agora. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight Athens.

Η Ακρόπολη της Αθήνας το ηλιοβασίλεμα

After breakfast, transfer to the Athens International Airport in due time for your departure flight back to Istanbul, Turkey.