| Tour start date: 13.09 - 28.09.20
ROUTE
DAY 1. MEETING IN MUKACHEVO. TRANSIT THROUGH THE TERRITORY OF HUNGARY TO SERBIA.
Meeting at the railway station in Mukachevo. Transit through the territory of Hungary to Serbia. Serbia is one of the last mysteries of Europe, a kind of oasis, the richest natural and cultural values of which do not fit into the concept of "commercial tourism". Overnight stay.
DAY 2. BELGRADE. MOVING TO THESSALONIKI.
Breakfast. Excursion to the capital of Serbia - Belgrade. This is a special city. The first settlements on the site of the modern city appeared more than 3 thousand years ago, and since then there has not been a century that the city did not suffer from wars, it is believed that Belgrade was completely destroyed 39 times. Hence the whimsical mixture of Eastern and Western cultures that creates the unique charm of modern Belgrade. Moving to Thessaloniki. Overnight stay.
DAY 3. THESSALONIKI. VISIT TO METEORA.
Breakfast. Excursion around the city of Thessaloniki - the second largest city in Greece, rightfully considered one of the most beautiful policies in the country. Often it is called the "bride of the north", because. Thessaloniki is the capital of Northern Greece. The stormy history of this region is captured in the appearance of the city: for centuries, its owners were the Romans, Byzantines, Ottoman Turks. From here come the patron saint of the city and the common Christian saint Dmitry of Thessalonica and the creators of the Slavic alphabet brothers Cyril and Methodius.
A visit to Meteora is a place where you experience fear and delight at the same time! Inspection of the unique rock structures, where Christian monasteries * "nesting" on the uplifted rocks, the oldest of which was founded in the first half of the 14th century. Overnight in the town of Kalambaka, at the foot of the grandiose rocks of Meteora. For those who wish - dinner * with the national program. Overnight stay.
DAY 4. THE LEGENDARY ISLAND OF CORFU. MONASTERY "LIFE-GIVING SOURCE"
Breakfast. One-day excursion to the legendary island of Corfu (Kerkyra)*, which the Greeks consider a small paradise on earth. Corfu is rightly called the Emerald - it is the greenest of all the Greek islands. First, we will cross to the island by ferry, then during a large sightseeing tour of the island we will see: the capital of Corfu, Kerkyra, which is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Greece. Ancient fortresses, entire Venetian quarters, Byzantine churches have been preserved here. The patron saint of the city is St. Spyridon, whose relics are kept in a church built in 1577, they pray to him, name children in his honor, they swear by his name - he is the most beloved and revered saint on the island of Corfu. We will see the palace "Achilleo" * - the summer residence of the Empress of Austria-Hungary - Sisi. Next - moving to the west coast, to Paleokastritsa - one of the most picturesque corners of the island, washed by the Adriatic Sea. We will visit the famous monastery "Life-Giving Spring", built in the XIII century, from the observation deck of which a stunning view opens up! Return to Kalambaka. Overnight stay.
DAY 5. EXCURSION TO DELPHI AND THE HISTORICAL CENTER OF ATHENS.
Breakfast. Departure for an excursion to Delphi. In the archaeological area* of the city, a walk through the ruins of the sanctuary of the oracle, where the priestess of Apollo, the mysterious Pythia, predicted fate, and you can also wash yourself with the water of the Kastalsky spring, which, according to legend, has a rejuvenating effect ... Transfer to Athens. Introductory walking tour of the historical center of Athens - a unique city where antiquity coexists with modernity. Overnight stay.
DAY 6. EXCURSION TO THE ACROPOLIS. HOT THERMAL SPRINGS.
Breakfast. In the morning - an excursion to the Acropolis *, which is a symbol of ancient Greek civilization, then - the residence of the President, as well as the changing of the guard of the soldiers of the Guards of the Presidential Palace, dressed in traditional uniforms. Free time. For those who wish - "ATHENS RIVIERA. Cape Sounion and Lake Vouliagmeni. The path to Cape Sounion will pass along one of the most picturesque roads along the Aegean Sea - the "Athenian Riviera". We will stop at the picturesque lake Vouliagmeni with hot mineral springs, where those who wish can swim*. At the end of the path, you have a view of the ruins of the temple of Poseidon, towering over the steep bank of the cape. "Climbing the Temple" and enjoy one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world. Overnight stay.
DAY 7. EXCURSION TO THE PELOPONNESE. MOVING TO LUTRAKI.
Breakfast. For those who wish - an excursion to the Peloponnese *. Today, we offer everyone who is interested in the history of culture to visit the place that is rightly called the cradle of European civilization. This place is one of the most beautiful parts of the country, where every stone breathes history. The tour includes: Mycenae with their cyclopean walls, the famous "Lion's Gate", royal burials of the XV-XVI centuries. BC, discovered by Schliemann; palace of the Mycenaean kings; the famous tomb of the tomb of king Agamemnon. All this will revive in memory the epic feats from Homer's Iliad and Odyssey; Nafplio - the first capital of the modern Greek state; Epidaurus - the sanctuary of the god of healing Asclepius, where one of the best preserved theaters of ancient Greece is located, accommodating 14 thousand spectators and famous for its fantastic acoustics; inspection of the Corinth Canal - a grandiose structure of the late XIX century. In the evening - transfer to Loutraki. Hotel accommodation. Overnight stay.
DAY 8. - 11. REST ON THE COAST IN LUTRAKI.
Rest on the coast in the thermal town of Loutraki, breakfast.
DAY 12. PIRAEUS.
Breakfast (dry ration). Early departure to Piraeus. Moving to the north of Greece. On the way, a stop in the Thermopylae Gorge for memorable photos at the monument to King Leonidas, who became famous in the famous battle of 300 Spartans against the large Persian army. - the city that the ancients considered the "navel of the Earth", as well as a photo pause at the foot of Mount Olympus, the highest and most the famous mountain of Greece, in the town of Litochoro. The historical part of the town is very photogenic: old houses and narrow streets winding along the mountainside. But its main asset is Mount Olympus - a place chosen for life by the twelve main gods of Ancient Greece. Today Olympus is a national reserve and is protected by the Greek state. Moving to Thessaloniki. Overnight stay.
DAY 13. FREE TIME IN THESSALONIKI. PENINSULA AGION OROS.
Breakfast. Free time in Thessaloniki. For those who wish - a boat trip from the town of Ouranoupoli along the west coast to the peninsula of Agion Oros * (Holy Mount Athos), where the only Orthodox monastic state in the world is located. We will hear the guide's story about the foundation of the monasteries and the life of the monks, from the deck of the ship we will admire the magnificent view of the monasteries built on steep slopes near the sea. This walk is the only opportunity for women to approach the lands of St. Athos, on the territory of which a law has been in force for many centuries, prohibiting all females from appearing there. Moving to Macedonia. Overnight stay.
DAY 14. ANCIENT LAND OF MACEDONIA. EXCURSION TO OHRIDU.
Breakfast. The ancient land of Macedonia - the birthplace of the ancient Macedonian civilization and proud people, the birthplace of Orthodox writing and one of the cleanest countries in Europe, is still poorly studied by tourists today. Meanwhile, this is one of the most interesting countries of the Balkans and one of the youngest states of the continent. Moving to Ohrid. Sightseeing tour of Ohrid with a visit to the churches of the XI-XIV centuries - the church of St. Sophia, Kaneo Church, Plaosnik Church with rich mosaics, erected among the excavations of the old town of Lyhnidos on top of a hill with a beautiful view of the lake, the Church of St. Virgin Mary and the amphitheater where gladiatorial fights were held. Visiting the fortress of Tsar Samuil II. For those who wish, an excursion to the Island of St. Naum *, where you will see the monastery complex of the same name and the church (IX century), where St. Naum is buried, whose heartbeat is still heard through the tombstones. Here you will also see a unique miracle of nature - a pond consisting of spring ground and underground waters, clearly visible from a pleasure boat, which here before your eyes turns into the source of a river flowing into Lake Ohrid. On the way to the island, visit a reproduced copy of a Neolithic village located right on the waters of the lake. Moving to Skopje - the capital of Macedonia. Evening walk around the city. Overnight stay. located right on the waters of the lake. Moving to Skopje - the capital of Macedonia. Evening walk around the city. Overnight stay. located right on the waters of the lake. Moving to Skopje - the capital of Macedonia. Evening walk around the city. Overnight stay.
DAY 15. HUNGARY.
Breakfast. Visiting a winery in Macedonia. Moving to Hungary. Overnight in the Szeged area.
DAY 16. TRANSFER TO MUKACHEVO.
Breakfast. Moving to Mukachevo. Departure to Kyiv or your city.
THE COST OF THE TOUR INCLUDES
travel on a comfortable bus;
15 nights in 3* hotels;
breakfasts according to the program;
excursions according to the program, services of licensed guides
guide-accompanying along the route.
THE COST OF THE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
railway tickets - ( 45 euros) ;
optional excursions marked *;
entrance tickets to museums;
travel by public transport;
tour fees in hotels;
visa processing 65 euros;
medical insurance
transfers;
audio kit - 15 euros;
HELP IS NEEDED? WE WILL BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU! AGENCY CONSULTATION - IRINA LEBEDI 067 326 45 70
(044) 537-2324 (710) east@incomartour.kiev.ua irina_chehia TOURIST CONSULTATION - KARINA VORONCHENKO 067 1029787
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