Olympic Greece: Athens, Nafplio & Crete
Overview
Travel with your private party on this Luxury Tailor Made Journey, departing when you choose and with expert local guides leading the way; you can even customize the itinerary to your interests.
On this active adventure, sample the flavors and neighborhoods of Athens, viewing ancient temples as you hike amid ruins; visit the birthplace of the Olympics; take a dip in the fabled waters around Nafplio and Crete; and embark on an off-road safari across the scenic Katharo plateau.
Advantages
Discover the highlights of Athens, Cape Sounion, Nafplio and Heraklion on a single, enriching itinerary that reveals scenic landscapes, ancient wonders and time-honored cuisine
Test your skills at Olympic sports such as the discus, javelin and long jump, and race around the marble Panathenaic Stadium
Observe the Greek and Roman ruins of Corinth on the way to Nafplio
Hike up to Palamidi Castle for stunning views of Nafplio’s landscapes
Walk the ruins of the Palace of Knossos, admiring the mosaic floors once tread upon by King Minos
Set out on a thrilling jeep safari across the Katharo plateau on the island of Crete
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1
ARRIVE ATHENS, GREECE
Day 2
ATHENS
| TIME-HONORED TEMPLES
Day 3
ATHENS
| BIRTHPLACE OF THE OLYMPICS
Day 4
NAFPLIO
| DISCOVERING ANCIENT CORINTH
Day 5
NAFPLIO
| PATHS OF PALAMIDI
Day 6
NAFPLIO
| A DAY TO EXPLORE
Day 7
CRETE
| CAPITAL OF CRETE
Day 8
CRETE
| MINOAN CULTURE
Day 9
CRETE
| JEEP SAFARI
Day 10
DEPART CRETE