Day 1 – Welcome to Athens & Magical Plaka
Arrive in Athens, where your driver will be waiting to whisk you to your centrally located hotel. After check-in, take time to relax before your first taste of Greece.
As the sun sets, we invite you to experience Athens by night in the enchanting district of Plaka – a labyrinth of cobblestone streets, pastel houses, and artisan boutiques.
Enjoy a traditional Greek dinner paired with retsina, the distinctive local wine that has been part of Athenian life for centuries. This evening is your warm welcome into the world of Greek flavors and hospitality.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 – Acropolis Glory & Coastal Wine Indulgence
After breakfast, embark on a journey through Athens’ most iconic landmarks, including the legendary Acropolis, a symbol of Western civilization.
Next, travel to the Papagiyannakos Bioclimatic Estate for a guided tour through vineyards, cellars, and workshops, ending with a tasting of their celebrated wines.
Your day continues along the Athenian Riviera, where you’ll savor a fresh seafood lunch paired with crisp local white wines against the backdrop of the glittering Aegean.
Overnight in Athens.
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Day 3 – Wines of Oenotria Gi & Timeless Traditions
Start your day at Oenotria Gi Kosta Lazaridi, one of Greece’s most prestigious wineries, home to award-winning Amethyst, Chateau Giulia, and Domaine Costa Lazaridi labels.
Explore the Manor Wine Museum, where centuries of wine history come alive through ancient amphorae, rare artifacts, and even a replica of a Greek merchant ship.
Continue to the Byzantine Monastery of the Assumption of the Virgin in Nea Pendeli, before enjoying a home-style lunch in a cozy family tavern with excellent local wines.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 4 – Island of Evia & The Reversing Waters of Chalkida
Cross to the island of Evia for a day of wine and wonder. Visit the Tzivani Estate & Museum, learning about cutting-edge wine biotechnologies, followed by a tasting of premium labels and spirits.
Continue to Lykos Winery for another tasting before a traditional estate lunch.
In Chalkida, stroll the fortress of Karababa and witness the Evripus Strait’s mysterious tidal reversal, a natural marvel observed since Aristotle’s time.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 5 – Choose Your Finale
You have two unforgettable options for your final full day:
Option A – Delphi & Arachova
Step back in time at Delphi, once the spiritual heart of Ancient Greece, visiting the Temple of Apollo, ancient theater, and stadium.
At Domaine Argyrou, taste wines born from the unique terroir of the Parnassus slopes. Then wander the charming streets of Arachova, sampling local cheeses, liqueurs, and sweets. Lunch is in a signature village tavern.
Option B – Peloponnese & Wines of Nemea
Travel to Argolis to explore the archaeological treasures of Mycenae and the ancient theater of Epidavros.
Then, journey to Nemea, Greece’s wine capital, to discover the noble Aiorgitiko grape at two leading wineries – Bairaktaris Estate and Lafazanis Winery – with tastings and a winery lunch.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 6 – Farewell to Greece
After breakfast, enjoy free time for last-minute shopping or a final stroll through Athens before your transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
