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Athens & Mainland: 14-Day Trip Through Greek History

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

14 Days / 13 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 14-day deep dive into mainland Greek history from classical Athens through Cape Sounio, the Nemea wine region, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, and Byzantine Thessaloniki, with food experiences woven throughout. The entire trip stays on the Greek mainland, from Athens through the Peloponnese to Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, and Thessaloniki — no islands or ferries involved.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Athens International Airport, Greece.

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Day 1 — Welcome to Greece!

A driver airport pickup and free time to explore Athens's historic streets.

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Day 2 — Time-Travel Through Athens

An expert-guided tour of the Acropolis, Parthenon, New Acropolis Museum, Plaka, Ancient Agora, Monastiraki, Syntagma Square, and Lycabettus Hill.

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Day 3 — Flavours of Athens

A food-focused morning exploring artisan shops and the central market, sampling olives, cheeses, olive oil, spinach pie, and loukoumades.

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Day 4 — Dive into the Myths of the Grecian Sea Gods

A drive along the Attica coastline to Cape Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon, with a stop in the port town of Lavrion.

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Day 5 — Where Wine Meets History

A transfer to Nafplio, with a stop at a boutique winery in the Nemea region for a tasting of Agiorgitiko and other local grape varieties.

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Day 6 — Discover the Dawn of Ancient Medicine

A guided exploration of the ruins of Mycenae, then a drive to the UNESCO site of Epidaurus to see its 4th-century BCE theatre and the Sanctuary of Asklepios.

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Day 7 — Learn All About Ancient Athletics

A visit to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, including the ancient stadium and the Temple of Zeus, finishing at a family-owned honey farm.

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Day 8 — Oracles & Olive Oil

A guided visit to Delphi and the Oracle of Apollo, plus the Delphi Museum, followed by a visit to a family-run olive grove for a tasting.

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Day 9 — Clifftop Monasteries & Marvels

A visit to the Meteora rock formations, with an evening tour taking in monastery exteriors, a Byzantine chapel, and panoramic cliff views at sunset.

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Day 10 — Meteora Morning Hike

A guided morning hike near Pantokrator Monastery, taking in rock pillar views and the ruins of St Dimitrios, with the afternoon free in Kalabaka.

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Day 11 — A Historic Journey to Thessaloniki

A transfer to Thessaloniki with a stop at Vergina to see the ancient Macedonian capital of Aigai and the tomb of Philip II.

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Day 12 — Time-Travel in Thessaloniki

A private walking tour of the White Tower, the Roman-era Kamara arch, the Roman Agora, the ancient theatre, the Palace of Galerius, and Byzantine churches.

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Day 13 — Travel With Your Taste Buds

A food tour through Thessaloniki sampling Greek treats and local traditions, with the chance to try making traditional sweets.

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Day 14 — Goodbye, Greece...

A leisurely final breakfast before your transfer to the airport for departure.

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Departure

The trip ends in Thessaloniki, with a transfer to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — this is a mainland-only itinerary, covering Athens, the Peloponnese, central Greece, and Thessaloniki.
Yes — a private, air-conditioned van with an English-speaking driver is used throughout, with English-speaking guides on the excursions.
Several days have dedicated food experiences — an Athens food tour, wine tasting in Nemea, an olive oil tasting near Delphi, a honey farm visit near Olympia, and a Thessaloniki food tour — alongside the historical sightseeing.
In Thessaloniki, not back in Athens, so your return flight should be booked out of Thessaloniki Airport (SKG).
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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