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HARMON TRAVEL SERVICE
1529 W WASHINGTON |
BOISE, ID 83702
April 24-May 8, 2009
Tour Includes: Roundtrip air from Boise,
hotel transfers,
air taxes and fees, surcharges of $410 (subject to increase until paid in
full), 22 meals.
$4099.00 ppdo
| $4949.00 Single
$4049.00 Triple
Experience:
Spend five leisurely nights immersed in the island splendor of Mykonos and
Santorini.
Join a local expert exploring Anthens' fascinating monuments including the famed Acropolis.
Visit a Byzantine monastery in Meteora and learn about the devout lifestyle of the monks who live there.
Explore the grandeur of Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games.
Sample the finest wines in Greece during a winery tour on Santorini.
Hotel Information:
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Divani Palace Acropolos, Athens
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Royal Meconian Collection, Myconos
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Hotel Hermes, Santorini or similiar, Santorini
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Hotel Orfeas, Kalambaka or similiar
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Hotel Anemolia, Delphi
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Europa Hotel, Olympia
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King Minos Hotel or similiar
Alternate hotels may be used
Payment Details:
All space is subject to
availability.
Not Included: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance
of $200.00 per person.
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Deposit $250 per person due at time of booking.
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Final Payment due February 23, 2009
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Cancellation Penalties Apply:
Deposit non-refundable.
60-16 days prior to departure: 20% penalty.
15-1 day prior to departure: 40% penalty.
Day of departure: 100% penalty.
Day 1:
Overnight Flight Discover
the beauty and timeless wonder found only in Greece. From the colorful Greek
Islands to historic classical Greece, every day of your journey is filled
with new and wonderful experiences. This fascinating tour of Greece begins
with an overnight flight.
Day 2: Athens, Greece - Tour Begins
Your tour begins
in the capital city of Athens. This evening, join your fellow travelers for
a welcome dinner in Athens’ historic district, known as the Plaka.
Day 3: Athens LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. A comprehensive tour of Athens brings the past to life as it showcases the city's ancient and glorious monuments. See the ruins of the Temple of Zeus, the Royal Palace, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Olympic Stadium and visit the incredible Acropolis. Enjoy time at leisure this afternoon to further explore this captivating city. Today breakfast is included.
Day 4: Athens - Mykonos This morning you will transfer to the port of Athens where you will board a ferry for Mykonos, the whitewashed jewel of the Cyclades Islands. Enjoy magnificent views as you sail across the brilliant Aegean Sea to this island paradise. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 5: Mykonos Enjoy a relaxing day to independently explore the charms of Mykonos. The beautiful island beaches beckon for a day spent relaxing in the Mediterranean sunshine. Don’t miss Mykonos Town, where mazes of narrow streets link the whitewashed buildings and traditional life continues amidst the bustling activity. You will want to stroll through the island’s elegant shops and enjoy the fresh seafood offered in the waterfront tavernas. Today breakfast is included.
Day 6: Mykonos - Santorini Bid farewell to Mykonos as you sail to the most spectacular destination in the Mediterranean, the fabled island of Santorini. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a typical Greek dinner. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 7: Santorini Spend a day exploring the cultural wonders and history of Santorini. Travel through a fascinating landscape of vineyards, whitewashed chapels and volcanic cliffs as a local guide escorts you on an island tour. Visit Oia, where the best views of the crater are found, and explore the island capital of Thira. Later, experience the excavations at Akrotiri* which reveal a Minoan city dating from the second millennium BC. Finish your tour with a visit to an island winery that produces the unique and famous wines of Santorini. Today breakfast is included.
Day 8: Santorini Enjoy a full day at leisure to experience island living. Spend some time relaxing poolside at your hotel and further exploring the winding streets of Thira, with boutiques, workshops and market stalls. You might wish to take an optional boat excursion to the active volcanic crater - the very heart of Santorini. This evening enjoy a traditional dinner in a local restaurant. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 9: Santorini - Athens - Thermopylae - Kalambaka Fly back to Athens today to begin exploring classical Greece. From Athens you will head north through central Greece. Visit the site of the ancient historic city of Thermopylae where you will stop to see a monument dedicated to Leonidas, who died defending the city against the Persians. Also, stop at a local studio to see painters at work creating beautiful Byzantine icons. End your day in Kalambaka, a typical Greek town at the foot of the Pindos Mountains. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 10: Kalambaka - Meteora - Kalambaka Today you will tour Metéora, a unique landscape of limestone, rock “towers” that stand nearly 900 feet into the air. Over 600 years ago, Byzantine monks chose to build their monastic community perched atop these virtually inaccessible rocks. As you travel through the dazzling Peneios Valley you will stop and visit two of these remote holy places. Return to Kalambaka this afternoon for some time to explore the town or relax. Today breakfast is included.
Day 11: Kalambaka - Delphi - Arachova Continue on to the ancient city of Delphi, one of Greece’s most important religious centers during classical times. It was here that the famous Oracle was consulted to foretell the destiny of Man. A local expert guides you on a visit to the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Doric Temple and the Theatre. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 12: Arachova - Olympia Travel along the Gulf of Corinth before crossing into the Peloponnese. Continue south to the historic city of Olympia, a testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek civilization. Your guided visit includes a tour of the sanctuary of Zeus and the Olympic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games were held in 776 BC. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 13: Olympia - Nauplion - Tolo Spend the day experiencing the seaside charms of Nauplion. Your visit includes the old town and the imposing Palamedes Fort, situated high atop the city, with commanding views over the town and the Argolic Gulf. An afternoon at leisure allows you to explore the town at your own pace. End your day in the charming seaside village of Tolo. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 14: Tolo - Epidauros - Mycenae - Athens Your day begins with a visit to Epidauros to view the spectacular 2,300-year-old open air theater. You will also enjoy spectacular scenery as you cross the Arkadian Mountains to the ancient city of Mycenae. A guided visit of the excavations features the Beehive Tombs and the Lion Gate. Continue to Athens where you will celebrate the end of your trip with a delightful farewell dinner. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 15: Athens - Tour Ends Your tour of Greece ends in Athens this morning. Today breakfast is included.
Harmon Travel Service, Inc.
1529 W. Washington St. Boise ID. 83702
Office: (208) 388-3000 Toll Free: (800) 627-1315
Email:
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