Greece: 4-Day Classical Tour Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi & Meteora

Summary

Walk ancient theaters and mountain monasteries from Athens to Meteora

You’ll follow ancient roads across Greece—Corinth Canal’s sharp cut, Epidaurus’ echoing theater, Olympia’s quiet fields, Delphi’s misty ruins, and Meteora’s sky-high monasteries—guided by locals who bring stories to life. Expect hotel pickup each morning and entries included so you can focus on wandering old stones or listening for echoes where heroes once stood.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wonder what it feels like to stand where legends actually happened? That first morning leaving Athens, I was still half-asleep when we stopped at the Corinth Canal — it’s narrower than I pictured, just a sharp blue line cut through rock. Our guide, Eleni, joked that even locals still gawk at it. By the time we reached Epidaurus, cicadas were already buzzing and the stone seats of the theater felt warm under my hands. Eleni clapped once and somehow her voice echoed all around us — I tried it too but mostly got giggles from the group. Mycenae was next; the Lion Gate looks fierce in photos but up close you notice how weathered those stones are. There was a faint smell of wild thyme in the air (or maybe that was just lunch cooking somewhere nearby).

I didn’t expect Olympia to feel so peaceful. The old stadium is just grass now but you can almost hear crowds if you close your eyes. At the museum, there’s this battered helmet that supposedly belonged to Miltiades — our guide pointed out scratches and dents like they were battle scars. We spent the night in a little hotel where the sheets smelled faintly of soap and lemon. Next day: Delphi. The road winds up through olive groves and suddenly you’re looking down on a valley that seems endless. The Temple of Apollo is partly ruins but standing there with morning mist curling around marble columns… well, it got quiet for a minute.

Meteora surprised me most. Those monasteries are perched so high up they almost look impossible — like someone stacked them on clouds for fun. Climbing up those steps (bring water!) I could hear monks chanting inside one chapel while outside swallows darted in circles. Our group went silent again — not sure if it was awe or just catching our breath. On the drive back to Athens I kept thinking about all those layers of history packed into four days. It’s a lot to take in but somehow it works.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nauplia

• Visit Corinth Canal
• Explore Palace and tomb of Agamemnon
• Visit Mycenae museum
• See the theater of Epidaurus
• Overnight at 4 star hotel
• Dinner included

Day 2 — Olympia

• Breakfast included
• Visit Olympic games site
• Explore Archaeological Museum of Olympia
• See the beautiful Bridge
• Overnight at 4 star hotel
• Dinner included

Day 3 — Delphi

• Breakfast included
• Visit archaeological site of Delphi
• See Temple of Athena Pronaia
• Admire bronze statue of Iniochos and dancers
• Explore Delphi Archaeological Museum
• Overnight at 4 star hotel
• Dinner included

Day 4 — Meteora - Kalambaka

• Breakfast included
• Visit Meteora monasteries in Kalambaka
• See statue of Leonidas

Top questions

How many days is this Classical Greece tour?

The tour lasts 4 days with overnight stays included.

Does this tour include Meteora monasteries?

Yes, visits to two Meteora monasteries are included on day four.

Is hotel pickup included in Athens?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected hotels in Athens.

Are entrance tickets provided for all sites?

Entry tickets for Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi, and two Meteora monasteries are included.

What kind of accommodation is provided?

You’ll stay in 4-star hotels with rooms based on your booking size.

Is there a dress code for visiting sites?

Yes—knees and shoulders must be covered at places of worship and selected museums.

Are meals or lunches included?

No meals are specifically mentioned as included; only accommodation and entry fees are covered.

Can children join this tour?

Yes—children aged 5–12 need ID or passport for discounted entry tickets.

What’s included

Your journey covers hotel pickup each morning in Athens, air-conditioned transport between sites like Epidaurus and Delphi, entry tickets for every major archaeological site plus two Meteora monasteries, overnight stays in comfortable 4-star hotels (rooming based on your group), and an expert local guide who takes care of all logistics so you can just soak up ancient stories along the way.