Greece – Athens and Kalamata
Discover Greece’s magnificent treasures on this eight-night journey
AHI Travel
800-323-7373
Debbie Vargo
vargo.42@osu.edu
Trip overview
Greece’s cultural riches, from the glorious remnants of ancient civilizations to a palate-pleasing bounty of wine, olives and seafood, await you on this eight-night journey to Athens and Kalamata! Ascend the Acropolis to admire the Parthenon and sweeping views of Athens. Visit the celebrated birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games at Olympia and explore the fortified Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae. Set off to an under-the-radar gem, the beautifully preserved classical city Messene, and explore mountainside Mystras, an important center of Byzantine culture. During your stay in seaside Kalamata, savor the bustling coastal life, its namesake olives and freshly caught seafood. A wine tasting and a fun-filled dinner with music and dancing complement this exceptional, small-group experience! Along the way, knowledgeable guides and lecturers provide background and context about Greek history. Includes deluxe and first-class hotels and a generous meal plan with wine at dinner. Solo travelers enjoy no single supplement!
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Tour highlights
- Small group: Sized just right at 28 guests.
- Three nights in Athens, Greece, at the deluxe NJV Athens Plaza Hotel.
- Five nights in Kalamata at the first-class Pharae Palace Hotel.
- AHI Connects: Local immersion.
- AHI Sustainability Promise: We strive to make a positive, purposeful impact in the communities we visit.
- Complimentary travel mementos.
- Eight breakfasts, four lunches and three dinners.
- Welcome and Farewell Receptions and Dinners to mingle with fellow travelers.
- Tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine with dinner.
- Deluxe motor coach transfers during the Land Program with baggage handling.
- Enrichment by expert speakers enhances your insight into the region.
- Engaging excursions showcase the local culture, heritage and history.
- Free time to pursue your individual interests.
- Tipping of guides and drivers.
- A personal VOX headset to hear your English-speaking guide clearly.
*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Dates, itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Itinerary
Day 1: Depart gateway city
Day 2: Athens, Greece
Day 3: Athens
Day 4: Mycenae | Kalamata
Day 5: Kalamata | Messene
Day 6: Sparta | Mystras
Day 7: Ancient Olympia
Day 8: Kalamata
Day 9: Corinth | Athens
Day 10: Depart for gateway city
Preferred Travel Insurance
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Cancellations
CANCELLATION-All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Travel.
- Cancellation received up to 151 days prior to trip departure will incur a $500 per person administrative fee.
- Cancellation received 150 to 121 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 25% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
- Cancellation received 120-91 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 50% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
- Cancellation received 90-61 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 75% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
- Cancellation received 60 days prior to departure to the time of departure (or no show) will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. AN INSURANCE APPLICATION WILL BE SENT TO YOU AFTER YOU RESERVE (U.S. RESIDENTS ONLY).
If a tour is canceled by AHI Travel before the date of departure for reasons other than Force Majeure and the cancellation is not caused by your fault or negligence, you will have the choice of accepting one of these options from AHI Travel: i) transfer to another date of the same tour, if available; ii) book another tour of equal or greater value, if available (you will be responsible for paying any difference in price); or iii) book another tour of lesser value, if available (with a refund payable to you for the difference in price); or iv) receive a full refund for the land-only portion of the applicable tour
CANCELLATION GRACE PERIOD-Reservations made prior to 150 days before a tour's scheduled departure date may be canceled within 7 days following the reservation date for a full refund. Reservations made within 150 days prior to a tour's scheduled departure will not qualify for the grace period.
CANCELLATION OF TRIP OPTIONS-Purchases of optional excursions, pre- and/or post-tour extensions, additional hotel nights, private transfers or other trip options become fully non-refundable 60 days prior to departure. Air transportation purchases are subject only to penalties assessed by the airlines.