Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! Transfer you to the hotel and free time. You will receive information in the afternoon, either directly or through the information board located at the hotel reception.

In the morning, we include a panoramic tour of Athens, cradle of Western civilization, visiting landmarks such as the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the Royal Palace, and the grand avenues and neoclassical buildings that mark the personality of the Greek capital. Free time. In the evening, we provide a transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, one of the most charming spots in the city, where you can stroll among its lively streets, traditional stores and Greek tavernas to immerse yourself in the rich folklore and gastronomy of this country.

We’ll depart early in the morning towards northern Greece, stopping at Kamena Vourla, a charming seaside tourist hub surrounded by stunning landscapes. We´ll then proceed north, stopping at the Thermopylae Mountain Pass, the historic site of the famous battle. Next, we´ll visit Kastraki, a picturesque village with beautiful views of the entire valley, where you´ll have free time for lunch. Afterward, we´ll explore the Meteora, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admission to one of its renowned monasteries is included. Dinner will be provided in Kalabaka.

We depart from Kalambaka and travel south through the region of Thessaly. Scenic landscapes lead us to DELPHI, one of the most important sanctuaries of ancient Greece, considered in antiquity to be the center of the Hellenic world. Admission in included to the archaeological site, located on the slopes of Mount Parnassus with majestic views over the Gulf of Corinth. You will have time for lunch. We then continue to PATRAS, Greece´s third-largest city and a major port on the Gulf of Patras. Its medieval fortress overlooks the city, while its cathedral, dedicated to Saint Andrew, is the largest church in Greece and a major Orthodox pilgrimage site. Dinner included.

After breakfast, we continue our journey toward OLYMPIA (admission and guided tour with a local guide included). We will explore the archaeological site where the first Olympic Games took place in 776 BC, featuring athletes from all over Greece and its colonies. Temple of Zeus, the stadium, the gymnasium, and the palaestra, stand out.We then head to MYCENAE (admission included), a colossal 18th-century BC citadel and the birthplace of Europe´s first civilization. You will have time for lunch and to explore the site. Afterwad, we continue to NAFPLIO, a charming coastal town dominated by its citadel and Venetian fortress; free time for a stroll. Dinner included.

After breakfast, we will travel through the Peloponnese scenery to EPIDAURUS (admission included), an extraordinary theater and one of the greatest masterpieces of Greek architecture. Built over 2,400 years ago, it is famous for its magnificent acoustics. We then continue to the port of Galatas, where a short ferry ride takes us to the picturesque island of POROS, known for its hillside houses, lively harbor, and Mediterranean atmosphere. Time to stroll around and enjoy lunch. Upon returning to the mainland, we will visit the imposing fortress of ACROCORINTH, which overlooks the isthmus from above. Before reaching Athens, we will make a stop at the spectacular Corinth Canal, which connects the Aegean and Ionian seas between towering rock walls. Arrival in ATHENS in the late afternoon.

At the time informed by the guide, we will make a transfer to the airport to catch a domestic flight included in your trip. On arrival at destination we will give you another hotel transfer. Your guide will contact you at the end of the afternoon or you can consult the information in your hotel reception. Note: remember that on domestic flights, the luggage normally allowed is one suitcase of up to 20 kg in the hold. Passengers must pay for all excess luggage directly to the airline.

After breakfast, we travel to POLIGNANO A MARE, a picturesque coastal town perched above the Adriatic, famous for its whitewashed houses, spectacular viewpoints, and the small inlet Lama Monachile. We continue toward OTRANTO, the easternmost town in Italy, featuring a charming historic center, defensive walls, and a Cathedral famous for its extraordinary medieval mosaic. Time for lunch and, weather permitting, the opportunity to enjoy a swim in its crystal-clear waters. In the afternoon, we arrive in LECCE, renowned for its impressive Baroque architecture, which nickname is "Florence of the South." The historic center is filled with beautifully ornate Baroque buildings and churches. Free time to stroll before heading to the hotel.

Today, we will visit two spectacular and unique UNESCO World Heritage towns. ALBEROBELLO, famous for its distinctive cone-shaped houses known as "trulli," an iconic example of Italian rural architecture; and MATERA, one of the oldest continuously inhabited human settlements in the world. We include a guided tour of its historic center, featuring the "Sassi di Matera", a complex of ancient homes and structures carved into the rock that date back thousands of years. Lunch included. In the afternoon, we will travel through Basilicata and Campania amid beautiful mountain landscapes. SALERNO, arrival in the late afternoon. We recommend taking a stroll along its waterfront promenade.

Early in the morning, we will visit POMPEII (admission and guided tour with a local guide included), the prosperous city reduced to ash and rubble when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D. Afterward, we will head to NAPLES to board a ferry to CAPRI. After a 45-minute ride, we will arrive on this island world-famous for its natural beauty and glamorous lifestyle. If you wish, you can take a boat excursion to the White Grotto or ride the funicular up to Capri Town to visit the Gardens of Augustus, offering breathtaking panoramic views. We will return to Naples, where our bus will be waiting to take us to ROME, arriving at the end of the day.

In the morning, we´ll take a guided tour of the Eternal City lasting approximately three hours; a panoramic bus ride to discover one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. The tour will end at the VATICAN CITY around 11:00 a.m. Our guide will offer you two optional excursions: one to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel; and a walking tour of Baroque Rome. Free afternoon.Note: If the group is very small, the tour may be done by passenger van or hop-on hop-off service.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.