Highlights of Greece - Summer
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Highlights
Athens
- Guided city tour of Athens
- Visit to Acropolis and the Museum
- Visit to Delphi Archaeological Site and Museum
- Orientation Tour of Mykonos
- Paradise beach
- Visit the beautiful city of Fira
- Half Day Santorini Island Tour
- Stunning 360° views of Santorini from Prophet Elias Monastery
- Visit beautiful villages of Pyrgos and Megalochori
- Visit the most picturesque Oia village and watch the spectacular Sunset
- Atlantis Show and Museum + Santo winery (Optional)
- Visit two Monasteries
VISITS
Athens | Mykonos | Santorini | Delphi | Kalabaka | Meteora
HOTELS
- 2 night at Hotel Athens Stanley or similar in Athens.
- 1 night at Hotel Paolas Town Boutique or similar in Mykonos.
- 2 nights at Hotel Albatros or similar in Santorini.
- 1 night at Hotel Grand Meteora or similar in Kalabaka.
- 1 night at Hotel Athens Stanley or similar in Athens.
MEALS
- Daily continental buffet breakfast (Breakfast includes bread, butter, jam, cereals, fruit juice, milk, coffee, hot eggs and cut fruits) 6 Indian Jain /vegetarian / non–vegetarian dinners 1 Local Dinner.
Note: Packed lunches, if applicable, will be Jain / vegetarian.
DAYWISE ITINERARY
Note: The standard check-in time is 1500 hrs. We may have to proceed directly for dinner or packed dinner will be provided in case of late arrivals of flight or long queue at the immigration.
Today, we go on a guided tour of Athens, we visit to the Acropolis,
the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, the awesome
Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the
Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Next, we drive to the
Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium (site
of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), and the Tomb of the
Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution
Square. Then we drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the
Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, and National Library.
Later, you can enjoy free time at Plaka.
Overnight in Athens.(B, D)
Today, we proceed to the Port of Athens to board the Ferry to
Mykonos Island – the most famous Greek island and one of the
world’s most popular holiday resorts. The totally whitewashed
houses and blue domed Churches fit closely together to form a one
of the kind maze of narrow alleys and streets. On arrival, proceed
on orientation tour of Mykonos. See the Panagia Paraportiani
church and the monastery of Panagia Tourliani. Evening is free to
explore beautiful beaches, and a spectacular sunset on own.
Overnight in Mykonos. (B, D)
Today, after breakfast, we proceed to Mykonos port to take
the High-Speed ferry to Santorini. On arrival, we check-in to the
hotel. Later, we spend some free time at Kamari Beach, and then
proceed to Fira, the beautiful capital of the island and the biggest
and most cosmopolitan settlement of Santorini. Enjoy a walking
tour followed by some free time at Fira.
Overnight in Santorini. (B, D)
Today, the morning is free to relax or you have a chance to enjoy
a 9D Atlantis Show and Museum + Santo winery (Optional). Later,
we proceed on a half day Santorini island tour to the Center of
the island and on the highest point where you will visit the hidden
gems of the area. We will see the charming Megalochori village, a
labyrinth of winding alleys, whitewashed houses, and blue-domed
churches with ornate bell towers. We also see the 16th century
Monastery of Prophet Elias which was built on the highest point
of the Island 567 meters above sea level, from where you will have
a panoramic view of the whole island village of Pyrgos. Next stop
will be the traditional village of Oia which is on the northern tip of
the island, high on the cliff top.
Overnight in Santorini. (B, D)
Today, we transfer to Santorini airport to take morning flight to
Athens. Arrive into Athens and proceed to Delphi. We proceed to
visit the Delphi Archaeological site and Museum. Later proceed to
Kalabaka.
Overnight in Kalabaka. (B, LD)
After continental breakfast, proceed to Meteora. Few kilometers
northwest of the town of Kalabaka, the impressive rocks of
Meteora are rising from the plains of Thessaly been one of the
most amazing places in Greece. The Greek word Meteora means
“suspended in the air” and this phrase aptly describes these
remarkable Greek Orthodox monasteries. We visit 2 of the 14thcentury ethereal monasteries, situated above the unique and
dramatic landscape of naturally formed high rocks. Later drive
back to Athens.
Overnight in Athens. (B, D)
Today, we proceed to the airport on your own for your flight back
home.Kindly spare a few minutes to share your feedback with your
Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated.
Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Europe tour, which
we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime. (B)
Note: In major cities like Athens, there are parking restrictions for
coaches and it is not possible to stop at all the places during the city
tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best to stop the coach wherever
possible for a photo stop.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation, Meals, Sightseeing and Excursions as per above mentioned itinerary.
- Services of a professional, friendly and multilingual Tour Manager or a local Representative. (Subject to minimum 15 customers)
MEALS
- Meals are pre–set and a–la carte is not possible.
- On certain Days packed lunch will be provided.
SIGHTSEEING
- On certain departures, we may sometimes amend / reverse the itinerary. However, all the services / inclusions will remain the same.
- Generally, you will have to walk at sightseeing places, amusement parks and at the airports sometimes for a long distance; however the same will be timely instructed by the Tour Manager. It is advisable to carry good pair of comfortable sports shoes. The tour manager and the driver will do their best to get you as close to the monuments as possible.
- There are a few attractions and entrances that are currently closed due to COVID and in case the same remain closed at the time of the groups visiting, a refund will be provided.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Passport, Visa charges, Airport & Port taxes.
- Cost of your Air tickets required to participate in this tour.
- Insurance, laundry, telephone charges, transfers all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming part of the group menus.
- Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested / Optional Excursions.
- Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangement which may come in to effect prior to departure.
- Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g. Coach Driver, Local Guides, Hotel & Restaurant staff etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of EURO 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 8 Days, the total Tips amount is EURO 24 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘What your Tour Price includes’ box.
Tour Price (per person in AED)
| 8-Days Highlights of Greece Tour Price | ||
|---|---|---|
| Adult in Twin / Triple | Child with Bed* | Child without Bed** |
| AED 8385 | AED 6345 | AED 6200 |
Single room supplement AED 3350 per person. *As a 3rd in a triple, a roll away cot may be provided. **As a 3rd in a double, no bed or cot will be provided to the child. Person below 12 years will be considered as a Child.
Surcharge
| Departure Date | Twin / Triple | Single | Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 June - 7 July | AED 200 | AED 454 | AED 130 |
| 21 July - 1 Sept | AED 645 | AED 720 | AED 460 |
| 15 Sept - 29 Sept | AED 200 | AED 445 | AED 130 |
OPTIONAL TOUR COST
| OPTIONAL TOUR | ADULT (USD) | CHILD (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 9D Atlantis Show and Museum + Santo winery | 145 | 145 |
Note: Optional will be operated subject to a minimum strength of 20 passengers.
DEPARTURE DATES – 2024
May 5, 12, 19, 26
June 2, 9, 16, 30
July 7, 21
August 4, 11
September 15
VISA REQUIREMENTS
You must be in possession of a valid multiple entry UK visa. The cost of visa is not included in your package tour price. It would be best to check with the consulates or embassy nearest to you or travel agent for advice and information. Please ensure that your travel documents are ready in time for departure.
Ticketing Requirements
For this tour you would require confirmed air tickets to arrive into London and depart from Glasgow/ Edinburgh or Manchester. It would be advisable to check with Thomas Cook sales officer or local travel agent before issuing your air tickets
IMPORTANT NOTES:
HOTELS
- All hotels will be either around the airport area or in the outskirts.
- Most hotels in Europe have only Twin beds. Double bed will be Queen size and not King size.
- As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room.
- For Child with bed: At times hotel don’t have enough roll away beds, in that case they might give a double and a separate single room.
- A person 12 years and below is considered a child and above 12 years, an adult.
- Hotel rooms may not be air conditioned / air cooled nor will fans be provided. Air conditioning / cooling in hotels are set as per European weather conditions.
- Functioning of Air cooling / Air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority.
- During heat wave in Europe air conditioning of the hotels and coaches may cease to function as they are not built for such high temperatures.
- Most hotels in Europe do not provide tea kettles in the rooms.
- Due to international events and trade fairs all throughout Europe such as Air Show, music festivals, ice skating championships etc., you may have to stay in hotels further away from the city.
- Any damages caused to the hotel rooms / Coach during your stay, shall be payable by the passengers.
- We also reserve the right to substitute a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary.
- In certain cities hotels have not started the buffet breakfasts yet and if the same does not change by the time the tours begin, we will either provide breakfast or the groups will be taken to an Indian / local restaurant for breakfast.
COACHES
- Most of your journey in Europe is by coach and hence you are requested to keep the coach clean.
- Due to hygienic reasons it is not permitted to use toilets in the coach. However the tour manager will make comfort stops during long drives.
- Eating & drinking is not permitted in the coach.
- One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach.
- In major European cities, there are parking restrictions for coaches and it may not be possible to stop at all the places during the city tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best to stop coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
- Coaches are non-wheelchair compliant. There are steps to board / alight from the coach.
- Due to private coaches being forbidden inside most of the European cities; as per EU norms to preserve them and to avoid getting them polluted and overcrowded, most of your sightseeing will be done by local buses and by foot.
GENERAL
- In case any member of the group tests positive for COVID-19, customers will need to unconditionally abide, adhere and comply solely at your costs and expenses to all laws, rules, notifications, Travel advisories, guidelines, directives and communications issued from time to time by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad, related to your tour to the foreign destination and/or on your return from the tour to your home destination in India or Abroad including but not limited to Covid-19 Protocols on quarantine, vaccinations etc. or in connection with any other Pandemic, epidemic, disease, condition etc., which may be communicated by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad with or without notice at any point of time whether at the commencement of the tour, during the tour and/or on the completion of the tour, as the case may be”.
- On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate members.
- A local representative or a driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.
- Security alerts and random closures might affect the itinerary.
- Please take extra care of your personal belongings while on the tour, every country you travel to is prone to thefts and bag snatching. TCIL will not be liable for any loss of belongings / baggage.
- Disabled clients should carry their own wheelchair and should be accompanied by a qualified companion who is able to provide assistance to the disabled client.
- TCIL shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury, accident, death, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.
- The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services.
- The Tour Manager and the company reserves the right to amend the itinerary, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised. For the convenience of our passengers, we will sometimes amend the itinerary. However, all the services will remain the same.
- There are no refunds for any services i.e. meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour
- All optional activities will have to be booked and paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour. Payments to be made by cash in GBP only. (Credit or Debit cards not accepted).
- Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy.
- The images used in this brochure are for representation purpose only.
- Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms and Conditions”.
Highlights of Greece - Spring
Best Holiday Packages from Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Highlights
Athens
- Guided city tour of Athens
- Visit to Acropolis and the Museum
- Orientation Tour of Mykonos
- Half Day Santorini Island Tour
- Stunning 360° views of Santorini from Prophet Elias Monastery
- Visit beautiful villages of Pyrgos and Megalochori
- Visit the most picturesque Oia village and watch the spectacular Sunset
ACCOMMODATION
- 02 night at Hotel IBIS Styles or similar in Athens
- 01 night at Hotel Anamar Blu or similar in Mykonos
- 02 nights at Hotel Blue Sea Suites / Hotel Phoenix Collection or similar in Santorini
- 01 night at Hotel IBIS Styles or similar in Athens
MEALS
- Daily basic continental buffet breakfast.
- 03 Basic Indian ( Jain / vegetarian / non-vegetarian ) and 03 Local Dinners
DAYWISE ITINERARY
Overnight in Athens
(D)
Note: Joining direct passenger / NRI can check-in on your own at the hotel. The standard check-in time is 1500 hrs. We may have to proceed directly for dinner or Packed dinner will be provided in case of late arrivals of flight or long queue at the immigration.
Today, we go on a guided tour of Athens, we visit
to the Acropolis, the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, the awesome Parthenon, the
Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Next, we
drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium (site of the first modern
Olympic Games in 1896), and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on
Constitution Square. Later we drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral,
the Academy, University, and National Library.
Overnight in Athens.
(B, D)
Today, we proceed to the Port of Athens to board
the Ferry to Mykonos Island – the most famous Greek island and one of the world’s most popular
holiday resorts. The totally whitewashed houses and blue domed Churches fit closely together to
form a one of the kind maze of narrow alleys and streets. On arrival, proceed on orientation
tour of Mykonos. See the Panagia Paraportiani church and the monastery of Panagia Tourliani.
Evening is free to explore beautiful beaches, and a spectacular sunset on own.
Overnight in Mykonos.
(B, LD)
Today, after breakfast, we proceed to Mykonos
port to take the High-Speed ferry to Santorini. On arrival in Santorini, transfer to the hotel
for check in.
Overnight in Santorini.
(B,LD)
Today, we proceed on a half day Santorini island
tour to the Center of the island and on the highest point where you will visit the hidden gems
of the area. The Monastery of Prophet Elias from there you will have a panoramic view of the
whole island, village of Pyrgos. Next stop will be the traditional village of Oia which is on
the northern tip of the island, high on the cliff top.
Overnight in Santorini.
(B,LD)
Today, we transfer to Santorini port to take the
High-Speed ferry to Athens. Arrive into Athens and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight in Athens.
(B, D)
Today, we proceed to the airport for your flight
back home. Kindly spare a few minutes to share your feedback with your Tour Manager. Your valued
suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Europe tour,
which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.
(B)
Arrival / Departure Transfers will be provided subject to minimum 4 passengers travelling
together.
Note: In major cities like Athens, there are parking restrictions for coaches and it is
not possible to stop at all the places during the city tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best
to stop the coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
- Sightseeing and accommodation as per the above mentioned itinerary
- Return economy class Airfare
- All transfers and extensive excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by a deluxe air conditioned coach.
- Services of a professional, friendly and multilingual Tour Manager or a local Representative. (Subject to minimum 15 customers).
MEALS
- Meals are pre–set and a–la carte is not possible.
- On certain Days packed lunch will be provided.
SIGHTSEEING
- On certain departures, we may sometimes amend / reverse the itinerary. However, all the services / inclusions will remain the same.
- Generally, you will have to walk at sightseeing places, amusement parks and at the airports sometimes for a long distance; however the same will be timely instructed by the Tour Manager. It is advisable to carry good pair of comfortable sports shoes. The tour manager and the driver will do their best to get you as close to the monuments as possible.
- There are a few attractions and entrances that are currently closed due to COVID and in case the same remain closed at the time of the groups visiting, a refund will be provided.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Visa, Insurance, Airport & Port taxes.
- Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g. Coach Driver, Local Guides etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of GBP 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 08 Days, the total Tips amount is GBP 24 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour.
- Government Taxes as applicable are extra.
- No porterage included.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, minibar, telephone calls, etc.
- Meals other than that what is mentioned in your itinerary.
- Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in your itinerary.
- Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested / Optional Excursions.
- Arrival and Departure PCR – COVID test if required by the airline or Government bodies.
Tour Price (per person in AED)
| Highlights of Greece (Value Tour - 07 Days) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Start City: Athens | End City: Athens | ||
| Rooming | Brochure Price | Offer Price (AED) |
| DOUBLE | AED 9700* | |
| TRIPLE | AED 9700* | |
| CHILD NO BED | AED 8050* | |
| CHILD WITH BED | AED 8050* | |
*As a 3rd in a triple room, a roll away cot may be provided. **As a 3rd in a double room, no bed or cot will be provided to the child. Person below 12 years will be considered as a Child.
DEPARTURE DATES – 2023
MAY - 06, 13, 20, 27
JUNE - 03, 10, 17, 24
JULY - 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
AUGUST - 05, 12, 19, 26
SEPTEMBER - 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
VISA REQUIREMENTS
You must be in possession of a valid multiple entry UK visa. The cost of visa is not included in your package tour price. It would be best to check with the consulates or embassy nearest to you or travel agent for advice and information. Please ensure that your travel documents are ready in time for departure.
Ticketing Requirements
For this tour you would require confirmed air tickets to arrive into London and depart from Glasgow/ Edinburgh or Manchester. It would be advisable to check with Thomas Cook sales officer or local travel agent before issuing your air tickets
IMPORTANT NOTES:
HOTELS
- All hotels will be either around the airport area or in the outskirts.
- Most hotels in Europe have only Twin beds. Double bed will be Queen size and not King size.
- As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room.
- For Child with bed: At times hotel don’t have enough roll away beds, in that case they might give a double and a separate single room.
- A person 12 years and below is considered a child and above 12 years, an adult.
- Hotel rooms may not be air conditioned / air cooled nor will fans be provided. Air conditioning / cooling in hotels are set as per European weather conditions.
- Functioning of Air cooling / Air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority.
- During heat wave in Europe air conditioning of the hotels and coaches may cease to function as they are not built for such high temperatures.
- Most hotels in Europe do not provide tea kettles in the rooms.
- Due to international events and trade fairs all throughout Europe such as Air Show, music festivals, ice skating championships etc., you may have to stay in hotels further away from the city.
- Any damages caused to the hotel rooms / Coach during your stay, shall be payable by the passengers.
- We also reserve the right to substitute a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary.
- In certain cities hotels have not started the buffet breakfasts yet and if the same does not change by the time the tours begin, we will either provide breakfast or the groups will be taken to an Indian / local restaurant for breakfast.
COACHES
- Most of your journey in Europe is by coach and hence you are requested to keep the coach clean.
- Due to hygienic reasons it is not permitted to use toilets in the coach. However the tour manager will make comfort stops during long drives.
- Eating & drinking is not permitted in the coach.
- One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach.
- In major European cities, there are parking restrictions for coaches and it may not be possible to stop at all the places during the city tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best to stop coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
- Coaches are non-wheelchair compliant. There are steps to board / alight from the coach.
- Due to private coaches being forbidden inside most of the European cities; as per EU norms to preserve them and to avoid getting them polluted and overcrowded, most of your sightseeing will be done by local buses and by foot.
GENERAL
- In case any member of the group tests positive for COVID-19, customers will need to unconditionally abide, adhere and comply solely at your costs and expenses to all laws, rules, notifications, Travel advisories, guidelines, directives and communications issued from time to time by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad, related to your tour to the foreign destination and/or on your return from the tour to your home destination in India or Abroad including but not limited to Covid-19 Protocols on quarantine, vaccinations etc. or in connection with any other Pandemic, epidemic, disease, condition etc., which may be communicated by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad with or without notice at any point of time whether at the commencement of the tour, during the tour and/or on the completion of the tour, as the case may be”.
- On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate members.
- A local representative or a driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.
- Security alerts and random closures might affect the itinerary.
- Please take extra care of your personal belongings while on the tour, every country you travel to is prone to thefts and bag snatching. TCIL will not be liable for any loss of belongings / baggage.
- Disabled clients should carry their own wheelchair and should be accompanied by a qualified companion who is able to provide assistance to the disabled client.
- TCIL shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury, accident, death, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.
- The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services.
- The Tour Manager and the company reserves the right to amend the itinerary, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised. For the convenience of our passengers, we will sometimes amend the itinerary. However, all the services will remain the same.
- There are no refunds for any services i.e. meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour
- All optional activities will have to be booked and paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour. Payments to be made by cash in GBP only. (Credit or Debit cards not accepted).
- Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy.
- The images used in this brochure are for representation purpose only.
- Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms and Conditions”.
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Highlights
Athens
- Guided city tour of Athens
- Visit to Acropolis and the Museum
- Orientation Tour of Mykonos
- Half Day Santorini Island Tour
- Stunning 360° views of Santorini from Prophet Elias Monastery
- Visit beautiful villages of Pyrgos and Megalochori
- Visit the most picturesque Oia village and watch the spectacular Sunset
ACCOMMODATION
- 02 night at Hotel IBIS Styles or similar in Athens
- 01 night at Hotel Anamar Blu or similar in Mykonos
- 02 nights at Hotel Blue Sea Suites / Hotel Phoenix Collection or similar in Santorini
- 01 night at Hotel IBIS Styles or similar in Athens
MEALS
- Daily basic continental buffet breakfast.
- 03 Basic Indian ( Jain / vegetarian / non-vegetarian ) and 03 Local Dinners
DAYWISE ITINERARY
Overnight in Athens
(D)
Note: Joining direct passenger / NRI can check-in on your own at the hotel. The standard check-in time is 1500 hrs. We may have to proceed directly for dinner or Packed dinner will be provided in case of late arrivals of flight or long queue at the immigration.
Today, we go on a guided tour of Athens, we visit
to the Acropolis, the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, the awesome Parthenon, the
Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Next, we
drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium (site of the first modern
Olympic Games in 1896), and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on
Constitution Square. Later we drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral,
the Academy, University, and National Library.
Overnight in Athens.
(B, D)
Today, we proceed to the Port of Athens to board
the Ferry to Mykonos Island – the most famous Greek island and one of the world’s most popular
holiday resorts. The totally whitewashed houses and blue domed Churches fit closely together to
form a one of the kind maze of narrow alleys and streets. On arrival, proceed on orientation
tour of Mykonos. See the Panagia Paraportiani church and the monastery of Panagia Tourliani.
Evening is free to explore beautiful beaches, and a spectacular sunset on own.
Overnight in Mykonos.
(B, LD)
Today, after breakfast, we proceed to Mykonos
port to take the High-Speed ferry to Santorini. On arrival in Santorini, transfer to the hotel
for check in.
Overnight in Santorini.
(B,LD)
Today, we proceed on a half day Santorini island
tour to the Center of the island and on the highest point where you will visit the hidden gems
of the area. The Monastery of Prophet Elias from there you will have a panoramic view of the
whole island, village of Pyrgos. Next stop will be the traditional village of Oia which is on
the northern tip of the island, high on the cliff top.
Overnight in Santorini.
(B,LD)
Today, we transfer to Santorini port to take the
High-Speed ferry to Athens. Arrive into Athens and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight in Athens.
(B, D)
Today, we proceed to the airport for your flight
back home. Kindly spare a few minutes to share your feedback with your Tour Manager. Your valued
suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Europe tour,
which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.
(B)
Arrival / Departure Transfers will be provided subject to minimum 4 passengers travelling
together.
Note: In major cities like Athens, there are parking restrictions for coaches and it is
not possible to stop at all the places during the city tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best
to stop the coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
- Sightseeing and accommodation as per the above mentioned itinerary
- Return economy class Airfare
- All transfers and extensive excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by a deluxe air conditioned coach.
- Services of a professional, friendly and multilingual Tour Manager or a local Representative. (Subject to minimum 15 customers).
MEALS
- Meals are pre–set and a–la carte is not possible.
- On certain Days packed lunch will be provided.
SIGHTSEEING
- On certain departures, we may sometimes amend / reverse the itinerary. However, all the services / inclusions will remain the same.
- Generally, you will have to walk at sightseeing places, amusement parks and at the airports sometimes for a long distance; however the same will be timely instructed by the Tour Manager. It is advisable to carry good pair of comfortable sports shoes. The tour manager and the driver will do their best to get you as close to the monuments as possible.
- There are a few attractions and entrances that are currently closed due to COVID and in case the same remain closed at the time of the groups visiting, a refund will be provided.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Visa, Insurance, Airport & Port taxes.
- Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g. Coach Driver, Local Guides etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of GBP 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 08 Days, the total Tips amount is GBP 24 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour.
- Government Taxes as applicable are extra.
- No porterage included.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, minibar, telephone calls, etc.
- Meals other than that what is mentioned in your itinerary.
- Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in your itinerary.
- Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested / Optional Excursions.
- Arrival and Departure PCR – COVID test if required by the airline or Government bodies.
Tour Price (per person in AED)
| Highlights of Greece (Value Tour - 07 Days) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Start City: Athens | End City: Athens | ||
| Rooming | Brochure Price | Offer Price (AED) |
| DOUBLE | AED 9700* | |
| TRIPLE | AED 9700* | |
| CHILD NO BED | AED 8050* | |
| CHILD WITH BED | AED 8050* | |
*As a 3rd in a triple room, a roll away cot may be provided. **As a 3rd in a double room, no bed or cot will be provided to the child. Person below 12 years will be considered as a Child.
DEPARTURE DATES – 2023
MAY - 06, 13, 20, 27
JUNE - 03, 10, 17, 24
JULY - 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
AUGUST - 05, 12, 19, 26
SEPTEMBER - 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
VISA REQUIREMENTS
You must be in possession of a valid multiple entry UK visa. The cost of visa is not included in your package tour price. It would be best to check with the consulates or embassy nearest to you or travel agent for advice and information. Please ensure that your travel documents are ready in time for departure.
Ticketing Requirements
For this tour you would require confirmed air tickets to arrive into London and depart from Glasgow/ Edinburgh or Manchester. It would be advisable to check with Thomas Cook sales officer or local travel agent before issuing your air tickets
IMPORTANT NOTES:
HOTELS
- All hotels will be either around the airport area or in the outskirts.
- Most hotels in Europe have only Twin beds. Double bed will be Queen size and not King size.
- As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room.
- For Child with bed: At times hotel don’t have enough roll away beds, in that case they might give a double and a separate single room.
- A person 12 years and below is considered a child and above 12 years, an adult.
- Hotel rooms may not be air conditioned / air cooled nor will fans be provided. Air conditioning / cooling in hotels are set as per European weather conditions.
- Functioning of Air cooling / Air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority.
- During heat wave in Europe air conditioning of the hotels and coaches may cease to function as they are not built for such high temperatures.
- Most hotels in Europe do not provide tea kettles in the rooms.
- Due to international events and trade fairs all throughout Europe such as Air Show, music festivals, ice skating championships etc., you may have to stay in hotels further away from the city.
- Any damages caused to the hotel rooms / Coach during your stay, shall be payable by the passengers.
- We also reserve the right to substitute a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary.
- In certain cities hotels have not started the buffet breakfasts yet and if the same does not change by the time the tours begin, we will either provide breakfast or the groups will be taken to an Indian / local restaurant for breakfast.
COACHES
- Most of your journey in Europe is by coach and hence you are requested to keep the coach clean.
- Due to hygienic reasons it is not permitted to use toilets in the coach. However the tour manager will make comfort stops during long drives.
- Eating & drinking is not permitted in the coach.
- One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach.
- In major European cities, there are parking restrictions for coaches and it may not be possible to stop at all the places during the city tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best to stop coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
- Coaches are non-wheelchair compliant. There are steps to board / alight from the coach.
- Due to private coaches being forbidden inside most of the European cities; as per EU norms to preserve them and to avoid getting them polluted and overcrowded, most of your sightseeing will be done by local buses and by foot.
GENERAL
- In case any member of the group tests positive for COVID-19, customers will need to unconditionally abide, adhere and comply solely at your costs and expenses to all laws, rules, notifications, Travel advisories, guidelines, directives and communications issued from time to time by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad, related to your tour to the foreign destination and/or on your return from the tour to your home destination in India or Abroad including but not limited to Covid-19 Protocols on quarantine, vaccinations etc. or in connection with any other Pandemic, epidemic, disease, condition etc., which may be communicated by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad with or without notice at any point of time whether at the commencement of the tour, during the tour and/or on the completion of the tour, as the case may be”.
- On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate members.
- A local representative or a driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.
- Security alerts and random closures might affect the itinerary.
- Please take extra care of your personal belongings while on the tour, every country you travel to is prone to thefts and bag snatching. TCIL will not be liable for any loss of belongings / baggage.
- Disabled clients should carry their own wheelchair and should be accompanied by a qualified companion who is able to provide assistance to the disabled client.
- TCIL shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury, accident, death, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.
- The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services.
- The Tour Manager and the company reserves the right to amend the itinerary, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised. For the convenience of our passengers, we will sometimes amend the itinerary. However, all the services will remain the same.
- There are no refunds for any services i.e. meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour
- All optional activities will have to be booked and paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour. Payments to be made by cash in GBP only. (Credit or Debit cards not accepted).
- Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy.
- The images used in this brochure are for representation purpose only.
- Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms and Conditions”.
Highlights of Greece - Summer
Highlights
Athens
- Guided city tour of Athens
- Visit to Acropolis and the Museum
- Visit to Delphi Archaeological Site and Museum
- Orientation Tour of Mykonos
- Paradise beach
- Visit the beautiful city of Fira
- Half Day Santorini Island Tour
- Stunning 360° views of Santorini from Prophet Elias Monastery
- Visit beautiful villages of Pyrgos and Megalochori
- Visit the most picturesque Oia village and watch the spectacular Sunset
- Atlantis Show and Museum + Santo winery (Optional)
- Visit two Monasteries
VISITS
Athens | Mykonos | Santorini | Delphi | Kalabaka | Meteora
HOTELS
- 2 night at Hotel Athens Stanley or similar in Athens.
- 1 night at Hotel Paolas Town Boutique or similar in Mykonos.
- 2 nights at Hotel Albatros or similar in Santorini.
- 1 night at Hotel Grand Meteora or similar in Kalabaka.
- 1 night at Hotel Athens Stanley or similar in Athens.
MEALS
- Daily continental buffet breakfast (Breakfast includes bread, butter, jam, cereals, fruit juice, milk, coffee, hot eggs and cut fruits) 6 Indian Jain /vegetarian / non–vegetarian dinners 1 Local Dinner.
Note: Packed lunches, if applicable, will be Jain / vegetarian.
DAYWISE ITINERARY
Note: The standard check-in time is 1500 hrs. We may have to proceed directly for dinner or packed dinner will be provided in case of late arrivals of flight or long queue at the immigration.
Today, we go on a guided tour of Athens, we visit to the Acropolis,
the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, the awesome
Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the
Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Next, we drive to the
Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium (site
of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), and the Tomb of the
Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution
Square. Then we drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the
Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, and National Library.
Later, you can enjoy free time at Plaka.
Overnight in Athens.(B, D)
Today, we proceed to the Port of Athens to board the Ferry to
Mykonos Island – the most famous Greek island and one of the
world’s most popular holiday resorts. The totally whitewashed
houses and blue domed Churches fit closely together to form a one
of the kind maze of narrow alleys and streets. On arrival, proceed
on orientation tour of Mykonos. See the Panagia Paraportiani
church and the monastery of Panagia Tourliani. Evening is free to
explore beautiful beaches, and a spectacular sunset on own.
Overnight in Mykonos. (B, D)
Today, after breakfast, we proceed to Mykonos port to take
the High-Speed ferry to Santorini. On arrival, we check-in to the
hotel. Later, we spend some free time at Kamari Beach, and then
proceed to Fira, the beautiful capital of the island and the biggest
and most cosmopolitan settlement of Santorini. Enjoy a walking
tour followed by some free time at Fira.
Overnight in Santorini. (B, D)
Today, the morning is free to relax or you have a chance to enjoy
a 9D Atlantis Show and Museum + Santo winery (Optional). Later,
we proceed on a half day Santorini island tour to the Center of
the island and on the highest point where you will visit the hidden
gems of the area. We will see the charming Megalochori village, a
labyrinth of winding alleys, whitewashed houses, and blue-domed
churches with ornate bell towers. We also see the 16th century
Monastery of Prophet Elias which was built on the highest point
of the Island 567 meters above sea level, from where you will have
a panoramic view of the whole island village of Pyrgos. Next stop
will be the traditional village of Oia which is on the northern tip of
the island, high on the cliff top.
Overnight in Santorini. (B, D)
Today, we transfer to Santorini airport to take morning flight to
Athens. Arrive into Athens and proceed to Delphi. We proceed to
visit the Delphi Archaeological site and Museum. Later proceed to
Kalabaka.
Overnight in Kalabaka. (B, LD)
After continental breakfast, proceed to Meteora. Few kilometers
northwest of the town of Kalabaka, the impressive rocks of
Meteora are rising from the plains of Thessaly been one of the
most amazing places in Greece. The Greek word Meteora means
“suspended in the air” and this phrase aptly describes these
remarkable Greek Orthodox monasteries. We visit 2 of the 14thcentury ethereal monasteries, situated above the unique and
dramatic landscape of naturally formed high rocks. Later drive
back to Athens.
Overnight in Athens. (B, D)
Today, we proceed to the airport on your own for your flight back
home.Kindly spare a few minutes to share your feedback with your
Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated.
Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Europe tour, which
we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime. (B)
Note: In major cities like Athens, there are parking restrictions for
coaches and it is not possible to stop at all the places during the city
tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best to stop the coach wherever
possible for a photo stop.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation, Meals, Sightseeing and Excursions as per above mentioned itinerary.
- Services of a professional, friendly and multilingual Tour Manager or a local Representative. (Subject to minimum 15 customers)
MEALS
- Meals are pre–set and a–la carte is not possible.
- On certain Days packed lunch will be provided.
SIGHTSEEING
- On certain departures, we may sometimes amend / reverse the itinerary. However, all the services / inclusions will remain the same.
- Generally, you will have to walk at sightseeing places, amusement parks and at the airports sometimes for a long distance; however the same will be timely instructed by the Tour Manager. It is advisable to carry good pair of comfortable sports shoes. The tour manager and the driver will do their best to get you as close to the monuments as possible.
- There are a few attractions and entrances that are currently closed due to COVID and in case the same remain closed at the time of the groups visiting, a refund will be provided.
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Passport, Visa charges, Airport & Port taxes.
- Cost of your Air tickets required to participate in this tour.
- Insurance, laundry, telephone charges, transfers all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming part of the group menus.
- Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested / Optional Excursions.
- Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangement which may come in to effect prior to departure.
- Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g. Coach Driver, Local Guides, Hotel & Restaurant staff etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of EURO 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 8 Days, the total Tips amount is EURO 24 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘What your Tour Price includes’ box.
Tour Price (per person in AED)
| 8-Days Highlights of Greece Tour Price | ||
|---|---|---|
| Adult in Twin / Triple | Child with Bed* | Child without Bed** |
| AED 8385 | AED 6345 | AED 6200 |
Single room supplement AED 3350 per person. *As a 3rd in a triple, a roll away cot may be provided. **As a 3rd in a double, no bed or cot will be provided to the child. Person below 12 years will be considered as a Child.
Surcharge
| Departure Date | Twin / Triple | Single | Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 June - 7 July | AED 200 | AED 454 | AED 130 |
| 21 July - 1 Sept | AED 645 | AED 720 | AED 460 |
| 15 Sept - 29 Sept | AED 200 | AED 445 | AED 130 |
OPTIONAL TOUR COST
| OPTIONAL TOUR | ADULT (USD) | CHILD (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 9D Atlantis Show and Museum + Santo winery | 145 | 145 |
Note: Optional will be operated subject to a minimum strength of 20 passengers.
DEPARTURE DATES – 2024
May 5, 12, 19, 26
June 2, 9, 16, 30
July 7, 21
August 4, 11
September 15
VISA REQUIREMENTS
You must be in possession of a valid multiple entry UK visa. The cost of visa is not included in your package tour price. It would be best to check with the consulates or embassy nearest to you or travel agent for advice and information. Please ensure that your travel documents are ready in time for departure.
Ticketing Requirements
For this tour you would require confirmed air tickets to arrive into London and depart from Glasgow/ Edinburgh or Manchester. It would be advisable to check with Thomas Cook sales officer or local travel agent before issuing your air tickets
IMPORTANT NOTES:
HOTELS
- All hotels will be either around the airport area or in the outskirts.
- Most hotels in Europe have only Twin beds. Double bed will be Queen size and not King size.
- As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room.
- For Child with bed: At times hotel don’t have enough roll away beds, in that case they might give a double and a separate single room.
- A person 12 years and below is considered a child and above 12 years, an adult.
- Hotel rooms may not be air conditioned / air cooled nor will fans be provided. Air conditioning / cooling in hotels are set as per European weather conditions.
- Functioning of Air cooling / Air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority.
- During heat wave in Europe air conditioning of the hotels and coaches may cease to function as they are not built for such high temperatures.
- Most hotels in Europe do not provide tea kettles in the rooms.
- Due to international events and trade fairs all throughout Europe such as Air Show, music festivals, ice skating championships etc., you may have to stay in hotels further away from the city.
- Any damages caused to the hotel rooms / Coach during your stay, shall be payable by the passengers.
- We also reserve the right to substitute a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary.
- In certain cities hotels have not started the buffet breakfasts yet and if the same does not change by the time the tours begin, we will either provide breakfast or the groups will be taken to an Indian / local restaurant for breakfast.
COACHES
- Most of your journey in Europe is by coach and hence you are requested to keep the coach clean.
- Due to hygienic reasons it is not permitted to use toilets in the coach. However the tour manager will make comfort stops during long drives.
- Eating & drinking is not permitted in the coach.
- One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach.
- In major European cities, there are parking restrictions for coaches and it may not be possible to stop at all the places during the city tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best to stop coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
- Coaches are non-wheelchair compliant. There are steps to board / alight from the coach.
- Due to private coaches being forbidden inside most of the European cities; as per EU norms to preserve them and to avoid getting them polluted and overcrowded, most of your sightseeing will be done by local buses and by foot.
GENERAL
- In case any member of the group tests positive for COVID-19, customers will need to unconditionally abide, adhere and comply solely at your costs and expenses to all laws, rules, notifications, Travel advisories, guidelines, directives and communications issued from time to time by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad, related to your tour to the foreign destination and/or on your return from the tour to your home destination in India or Abroad including but not limited to Covid-19 Protocols on quarantine, vaccinations etc. or in connection with any other Pandemic, epidemic, disease, condition etc., which may be communicated by all or any Governments, Authorities, Ministries, Departments, Local Bodies in India or Abroad with or without notice at any point of time whether at the commencement of the tour, during the tour and/or on the completion of the tour, as the case may be”.
- On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate members.
- A local representative or a driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.
- Security alerts and random closures might affect the itinerary.
- Please take extra care of your personal belongings while on the tour, every country you travel to is prone to thefts and bag snatching. TCIL will not be liable for any loss of belongings / baggage.
- Disabled clients should carry their own wheelchair and should be accompanied by a qualified companion who is able to provide assistance to the disabled client.
- TCIL shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury, accident, death, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be borne by the passengers. Insurance policies must be carried while on tour.
- The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services.
- The Tour Manager and the company reserves the right to amend the itinerary, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised. For the convenience of our passengers, we will sometimes amend the itinerary. However, all the services will remain the same.
- There are no refunds for any services i.e. meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour
- All optional activities will have to be booked and paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour. Payments to be made by cash in GBP only. (Credit or Debit cards not accepted).
- Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy.
- The images used in this brochure are for representation purpose only.
- Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms and Conditions”.