Athens to Dubrovnik (10 days)
Athens, Kalambaka, Ohrid, Tirana and Dubrovnik
Itinerary
Day 1, arrive in Athens, Saturday
You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner in a traditional
Greek tavern in Plaka, the old part of Athens.
Day 2, in Athens, Sunday
See the highlights of Athens this morning on a sightseeing tour. This cosmopolitan
and bustling capital city is set amidst reminders of a long and glorious past: graceful
temples, centuries-old monasteries, and ornate Byzantine churches. Visit the immortal
Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Erectheion with the Porch of the Maidens, the
Temple of Athena Nike and the Wingless Victory. Below the Acropolis lies the ancient
Agora and the Theaters of Dionysus and Herodus Atticus. Your afternoon and evening
are free.
Day 3, to Delphi and Kalambaka, Monday
Your first stop this morning is Delphi, where the famous oracle foretold the destiny
of men. The Temple of Apollo, in which the oracle functioned, was built in the 6th
century B.C. Also see the Sacred Way, the Stadium and the Castilian Fountain, where
pilgrims cleansed themselves in preparation for consulting the oracle. Visit the
Archaeological Museum of Delphi, which contains an impressive collection of finds
from the site, including the beautiful "Bronze Charioteer", before continuing on
to Kalambaka.
Day 4, to Ohrid, Tuesday
After breakfast, admire the fantastic landscapes of Meteora, known as "the rocks
that fell from the sky". Here monks built their rock-top monasteries, far away from
civilization. Of the 13 large and 20 small monasteries and hermit's cells, only
4 are now active. The most important is Megalo or Great Meteoro, of peculiar architecture
with its tall and intricate dome, 12 sides and fine frescoes. Continue across the
border to Macedonia, and on to Ohrid.
Day 5, to Tirana, Wednesday
The lakeside resort of Ohrid is an important cultural and spiritual center, classified
as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start your morning sightseeing tour with a walk
through the cobblestone streets of the old town. Visit the Cathedral of St. Sofia,
containing some magnificent frescoes from the 10th century. In the early afternoon,
travel to Tirana, the capital of Albania.
Day 6, in Tirana, Thursday
On a morning sightseeing tour, see the Skanderbeg Square, the Mosque of Ethem Bey,
the Clock Tower, and the statue of G.K. Skanderbeg, Albania's national hero; the
Palace of Culture, built with Soviet assistance; and the National History Museum,
with a mosaic on its facade portraying Albanian history. Your afternoon is free
to continue exploring on your own, shop, or just relax.
Day 7, to Dubrovnik, Friday
After breakfast, depart Tirana and travel to the town of Shkodra, a cultural center
and one of Albania's oldest cities. See the ruins of Rozafa Castle, set on a hill
high above the city, then cross the border into Montenegro and on to Croatia and
beautiful Dubrovnik.
Day 8, in Dubrovnik, Saturday
There is a walking tour of "Old Dubrovnik" this morning; the Rector's Palace, Bell
Tower Clock, Orlando's Column and the Sponza Palace. You will also see the Dominican
Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 9, in Dubrovnik, Sunday
Today is at leisure to relax, shop or explore on your own.
Day 10, depart Dubrovnik, Monday
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
| Start date | End date | Per person in twin | Single room supplement |
| 15 May 2010 | 24 May 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |
| 12 June 2010 | 21 June 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |
| 26 June 2010 | 05 July 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |
| 10 July 2010 | 19 July 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |
| 21 August 2010 | 30 August 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |
| 04 September 2010 | 13 September 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |
| 18 September 2010 | 27 September 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |
| 02 October 2010 | 11 October 2010 | $ 2,189 | $ 789 |