A Unique Multi Day Tour to Vergina(Ancient Macedonia), Meteora + Ancient Olympia

t attraction of the day Thermopylae, known for the Battlefield of Thermopylae, where we will visit Thermopylae's Innovative Center of Historical Information and we will see the Statue of Leonidas.

In ancient times this site used to be a place of worship of Zeus, the king of the gods of Mount Olympus, therefore it is known as "the town of Zeus". In Dion there are various sanctuaries, such as the Temple of the goddess Demeter (the oldest Macedonian temple) and the Temple of goddess Isis and the Hellenistic theater, in which the Olympia nude games used to be held but now it is often used during the summer for performances of the Olympus Festival.

Vergina is best known as the site of ancient Aigai, this town is considered as one of the most important archaeological discovery in all times, as it is the royal and first capital of Macedon. This ancient town was always a sight of interest for the archaeologists because according to ancient sources Aigai is described as one of the richest cities in the ancient world and a great spiritual center. The ancient site was discovered in 1976 and excavated under the leadership of archaeologist Manolis Andronikos. The excavation unearthed the burial sites of many kings of Macedon, including the tomb of Philip II, father of Alexander the Great, which, unlike so many other tombs, had not been disturbed or looted. It is also the site of an extensive royal palace. The archaeological museum of Vergina was built to house all the artifacts found at the site and is one of the most important museums in Greece.

A small town built at the foothills of the rocks of Meteora, filled with rich history and important monuments.

Let us explore and wonder together the magnificent geological phenomenon in Meteora that will surely enchant you. It is well-known for the monasteries built on top of 1000 feet of immense natural pillars and hill-like rounded boulders and it is widely visited every year to admire its beauty. You will see how the monks of Meteora live these monasteries, what are their habits and customs. You will learn how so many monasteries were built so high and on rocks, which seems like a real miracle. We will visit lots of monasteries, such as the Holy Monastery of Varlaam, Rousanou and the Holy Trinity.

or the nearby archaeological site of the same name, which was a major Panhellenic religious sanctuary of ancient Greece, where the ancient Olympic Games were held. The site was primarily dedicated to Zeus and drew visitors from all over the Greek world as one of a group of such "Panhellenic" centres which helped to build the identity of the ancient Greeks as a nation. Despite the name, it is nowhere near Mount Olympus in northern Greece, where the Twelve Olympians, the major deities of Ancient Greek religion, were believed to live. We will also visit a secret refuge in the area. But to make the most out of this incredible tour we will go on a little hike to see a waterfall, a hidden treasure, near ancient Olympia. So do not forget to bring your swimsuits to take a dip in the lake near the waterfall, in a summery day.

Canal and then for our final stop we will be heading back to Athens.