5-Day Greece Tour: Athens, Delphi & Saronic Islands
Tour Overview
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This 5-day Greece tour combines Athens, Delphi, and the Saronic Islands with 4-star accommodation, guided sightseeing, a full-day island cruise, skip-the-line archaeological site entrances, private transfers, and selected meals.
Discover Greece through a balanced itinerary that combines ancient history, cultural landmarks, and island scenery. Begin in Athens with a guided visit to the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Panathenaic Stadium, and other classical monuments before cruising through the Saronic Gulf to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. Continue with a full-day guided excursion to Delphi, where the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Ancient Theatre, and the Archaeological Museum reveal the importance of one of Greece's most significant UNESCO World Heritage Sites. With 4-star accommodation, private transfers, included entrance fees, and selected meals, this itinerary offers an efficient introduction to mainland Greece and nearby islands.
Tour Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Destinations: Athens, Hydra, Poros, Aegina, Delphi
Guide Language: English (licensed guide)
Group Type: Private & Small Group Combination
Group Size: Up to 35 guests. Small groups are used only during scheduled sightseeing tours. Flights, ferry journeys, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently.
Accommodation: 4-star hotels (4 nights in Athens)
Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches
Flights: International flights not included
Starting Price: €950 per person
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour date
Physical Difficulty: Moderate
Season: Available all year round
Recommended For: First-time visitors to Greece, history enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a comprehensive city and island itinerary
Highlights
Explore the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Acropolis Museum with a licensed guide in Athens.
Cruise through the Saronic Gulf and experience the distinctive character of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina in a single day.
Visit Delphi, including the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Ancient Theatre, and the Archaeological Museum.
Discover iconic landmarks such as the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, and Syntagma Square.
Experience a traditional Greek folklore music and dance performance during the return cruise through the Saronic Islands.
Enjoy included meals during cruise and mainland excursion.
Itinerary
Welcome to Greece! Upon arriving at Athens International Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you directly to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to unwind. Take a leisurely stroll through the historic Plaka neighborhood, enjoy your first authentic Greek dinner, or relax ahead of your sightseeing journey.
Start your morning with a guided city tour of Athens’ most historic landmarks.
- Highlights include: The Panathenaic Stadium (birthplace of the modern Olympics), the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and the Changing of the Guard at Syntagma Square.
- The Acropolis: Walk up the sacred rock to explore the Parthenon and visit the Acropolis Museum (entrance tickets included).
- Afternoon: Free time for shopping in Monastiraki or exploring the city at your own pace.
Depart from Piraeus Port after breakfast for a full-day cruise across the scenic Saronic Gulf.
- Hydra: Enjoy free time wandering the car-free waterfront stone alleys, historic mansions, and horse-drawn paths.
- Poros: Stop to admire the lush pine trees and climb the historic Clock Tower for panoramic island views.
- Aegina: Explore the lively harbor town, famous for its ancient temples and world-class local pistachios.
- Onboard Experience: Savor a delicious Mediterranean lunch buffet on deck and enjoy a traditional Greek folklore music and dance performance on the return sail.
Travel through the scenic Boeotia plains to the slopes of Mount Parnassus for a day trip to Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Ancient Ruins: Tour the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythius, the Treasury of the Athenians, and the Ancient Delphi Theatre.
- Museum Visit: See the famous bronze Charioteer of Delphi and the Statue of Antinous at the Archaeological Museum.
- Lunch: Enjoy a traditional meal in a scenic local village before returning to your hotel in Athens for the evening.
Savor your final Greek breakfast at the hotel. According to your flight schedule, board your comfortable transfer back to Athens International Airport for your departure home, carrying memories of ancient wonders and beautiful islands.
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Additional Notes
- Combines Greece's leading archaeological sites with a full-day island cruise in one itinerary.
- Includes licensed guided tours and skip-the-line entrance fees at scheduled historical sites.
- Features private airport and hotel transfers for smooth travel throughout the program.
- Balances guided sightseeing with free time for independent exploration.
- Selected breakfasts and lunches are included, reducing daily travel planning.
- Upgrade to premium or boutique hotel accommodation.
- Add extra nights in Athens before or after the tour.
- Arrange private sightseeing instead of shared excursions.
- Include a private airport meet-and-greet service.
- Add a honeymoon package with room upgrades and special amenities.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as archaeological sites include uneven stone pathways.
- Early morning visits provide cooler temperatures for exploring Athens' historic landmarks.
- Bring sun protection, especially during the island cruise and Delphi excursion.
- Carry a light jacket for ferry breezes, particularly in spring and autumn.
- Keep a camera ready during the Saronic cruise for waterfront villages and coastal landscapes.
Visa and entry requirements for Greece vary depending on your nationality. Before traveling, we recommend that all guests check the latest visa regulations and passport validity requirements applicable to their country of residence. Greece is part of the Schengen Area, and many travelers may require a valid Schengen visa prior to arrival, while some nationalities benefit from visa-free access for short stays under Schengen rules. Your passport should generally be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and contain sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps. Once your booking is confirmed, our travel specialists will be happy to provide up-to-date visa guidance and entry information to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.
- This tour is available for Daily all year round
- Tour Can be customized.
- Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
- Price does not include international flight tickets.
- Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
- Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
- Domestic flights schedule may change.
- Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)
- Step 1: Booking Request & Confirmation
Once we receive your official request to book your chosen tour package, our team will check local availability and confirm all services (hotels, ferries, and transfers) accordingly.
- Step 2: Official Itinerary Review
Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.
- Step 3: Secure Your Reservation
Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.
- Payment Schedule:
To lock in your dates and secure your hotels/transfers, a 50% booking deposit is required at the time of confirmation. The remaining 50% balance will be automatically and safely charged 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your scheduled tour start date.
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- No Card Sharing Required: Your financial security is our top priority. You are never required to share your credit card numbers, CVV, or sensitive information via email, chat, or over the phone.
- How the Secure Link Works: We generate a unique, secure payment link directly through our bank’s certified merchant system. This link is pre-set specifically to your exact due invoice amount.
- The Process: You simply open the link, fill in your credit card information on the bank’s fully encrypted payment form, and the transaction is completed instantly.
- Instant Digital Receipts: The moment your payment is processed, our system automatically generates and emails you an official digital receipt for your financial records.
- Accepted Cards: For your security, we accept VISA and MASTERCARD credit cards only. Please note that debit cards, prepaid cards, or other payment cards are not supported by our secure payment gateway.
Reservations may only be canceled by submitting a formal written notice sent via email or certified mail directly to our agency. Because we pre-pay and secure local boutique hotels, high-speed ferries, and domestic flight entities well in advance on behalf of our travelers, our cancellation policy is strictly structured based on the timeline below:
- ⚠️ DOMESTIC FLIGHTS & FERRIES ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE: Once domestic flight or ferry tickets are officially issued, they cannot be modified, and a 100% cancellation fee applies to that portion of the package immediately, regardless of when the cancellation notice is received.
- ⏳ Land Portion Cancellation Scale:
For the remaining land portion costs that are legally recoverable from our local hotel and transfer entities, refunds are calculated as follows:
- Notice received 31 days or more prior to arrival/tour start date: 100% Refund (No cancellation fee applies to the land portion).
- Notice received between 31 and 21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received between 21 and 14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No Refund will be issued.
Is accommodation included?
Yes. The tour includes four nights in a 4-star hotel in Athens with daily breakfast.
Are entrance fees included?
Yes. Skip-the-line entrance fees to all scheduled archaeological sites and museums are included.
Does the tour include island visits?
Yes. A full-day cruise visits Hydra, Poros, and Aegina, including lunch onboard.
Are airport transfers included?
Yes. Private airport and hotel transfers are included throughout the tour.
Are international flights included?
No. International flight tickets are not included in the tour price.
What meals are included?
The itinerary includes four breakfasts and two lunches, as specified in the program.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the tour date.
Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors to Greece?
Yes. The itinerary combines Athens, Delphi, and the Saronic Islands, providing an introduction to Greece's historical landmarks and nearby islands within five days.
