Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival at the airport, we will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel. On the information posters you will find the information you need to meet your guide at the hotel. In the evening we will include a transfer to the Esquiline area. This neighborhood will be a good entrance to Rome, amidst the great basilicas and the Colosseum.

In the morning we will have a city tour that will become an introduction to “The Eternal City”. We include entry to the Imperial Forums, an impressive architectural complex made up of monumental buildings and squares, the center of political activity at the time. Later we will go to St. Peter´s Basilica of the Vatican, you will have free time to attend mass in the Vatican, if you wish. Free time in afternoon.

Free day. Today we suggest you do the optional trip to Napoli, Capri and Pompeii.

Today we travel towards the Adriatic Sea, the landscapes of the Apennine Mountain range are magnificent. 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. Continuation to BARI, accommodation.

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.

Tras el desayuno viajamos entre altas montañas por el Epiro hacia METSOVO, pintoresco y turístico pueblo balcánico entre montañas. Esta zona, aislada por las montañas del resto de Grecia, conserva su cultura diferenciada muy influenciada por la eslava y la turca. Tiempo para pasear por sus calles con su arquitectura tradicional de casas de piedra, techos de tejas rojas y balcones de madera tallada. Continuamos hacia la región de Tesalia. Paramos en KASTRAKI, pintoresco pueblo con hermosas vistas sobre el valle de las Meteoras. Tiempo para almorzar. Conocemos las METEORAS, impresionante lugar declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad. La palabra "Metéora" proviene del griego y significa "suspendido en el aire" o "en el cielo”. Impresiona la presencia de monasterios en la cima de algunas de inmensas formaciones rocosas. Durante siglos, los monjes y ermitaños buscaron la tranquilidad y la soledad en estos lugares aislados. Conoceremos todo el valle e incluimos la entrada a uno de los más famosos monasterios. Llegada a KALAMBAKA. Cena incluida.

We will travel south through the Thessaly region. We will arrive in DELPHI after enjoying the view of wonderful landscapes. We include admission to the beautiful archaeological complex that overlooks the Gulf of Corinth with incredible landscapes, time for lunch. After that we travel to the OSIOS LOUKAS MONASTERY, one of the most beautiful Byzantine monasteries in Greece, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its magnificent 11th century mosaics are incredible. We continue towards ATHENS. Arrival in the evening.

In the morning we will have a sightseeing tour of ATHENS; we will discover the modern city, the Panathinaikos Stadium, the Royal Palace. Free time afterwards.

In the afternoon we will transfer you to the port of Piraeus to board the overnight ferry, which has similar facilities to those available on cruise ships. Accommodation in a double cabin. Night on board.

Arrival in RHODES early in the morning. We will include a city tour; its impressive walled citadel, its old town that shows the traces of the different cultures (Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Knights of St. John, Ottomans, Italians, etc.) that have lived there. Free time in the afternoon.

We include an excursion to explore the island of Rhodes, we travel to FILERIMOS, at the top of the hill, among magnificent landscapes you can visit its small monastery. After that we travel to LINDOS, its medieval fortress and Greek Acropolis dominate the sea, you can walk through the white streets of the center, rest on its beaches or climb (on a donkey, if you wish) to the Acropolis. After lunch time we return to Rhodes. Free time in the afternoon. In the evening we will have a transfer to the airport. We take a flight to the island of CRETE, arrival on the island and transfer to the hotel in HERAKLION.

Note: Direct flight schedules between Rhodes and Crete are limited and a matter of change; Sometimes the flight may be carried out on Friday morning or with a stopover in Athens.

In the morning we travel along the coast towards the west of the island. RETHYMNO, beautiful coastal city of Venetian origin, dominated by its medieval castle. CHANIA, captivating city with impressive fortress and stately mansions; contested among Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Genoese, Turks, Egyptians and Greeks throughout its history. Return to HERAKLION at the end of the day.

Today we include an excursion (admission and guided tour included) to the PALACE OF KNOSSOS, which will allow us to learn about the Minoan culture that gave rise to the Greek culture four thousand years ago. After the visit we cross the high mountains in the center of the island, we travel to the southern area, next to the Libyan Sea we visit AGIA GALINI, a picturesque town with labyrinthine streets, a fishing port and popular taverns. Time to have lunch and, if you’d like to, swim in the sea. Return to the capital of Crete.

Note: From November to April we will make a stop in the picturesque town of Matala instead of Agia Galini due to the end of the summer season and the general closure of businesses in this town.

We will depart, following along the coast towards the east of the island. We will visit the village of Kritsa, PANAGIA KERA, a church dating back to the 13th Century with some of the best frescoes in Crete, entry tickets included. After that, AGIOS NIKOLAOS, arrival in this picturesque town with its natural harbour. There will be time to walk and have lunch. An outing round ELOUNDA, a place that was a city-state and today is a beautiful tourist enclave. At this point, our trip includes a boat trip and tickets to the island citadel of SPINALUNGA, an old Venetian fortress that later on was a leprosy colony for a long time. We return by boat and continue to HERAKLION, accommodation.

Early transfer to the port. We embark on a fast ferry to the island of SANTORINI, arriving at about 11 o’clock. We travel by bus through beautiful landscapes to OIA, which is without a doubt the most spectacular settlement on the island: white streets full of life, immense views from the cliffs, the remains of a castle and windmills. There’ll be time to walk and have lunch. After that we get to know THIRA, the capital of the island. Those who wish can go down by cable car or donkey to the port where the cruise ships arrive. Later, we continue on to the ferry port to board a fast ferry that departs around 5.30 pm. Arrival in Athens at midnight.

Free day. You can enjoy the charm of this city. Free time to explore and discover memorable places.

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