Dream Wine Tour: Explore Greece in 10 Days of Wine & Culture
Here is what's in store for you
Day 1: Arrival in Athens & Wine Tasting
Arrive at Athens Airport and transfer to your centrally located hotel. In the evening, enjoy a 1.5-hour guided wine tasting with a certified expert, sampling Greece’s finest wines paired with traditional cheeses.
Overnight in Athens
Day 2: Attica Wine Region & Cape Sounio
Visit two historic wineries in Mesogaia, home of the Savatiano grape. Learn about Greece’s 4,000-year wine history. End the day at the Temple of Poseidon to watch a stunning sunset over the Aegean.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 3: Nemea & Nafplio
Drive past the Corinth Canal to Nemea, Greece’s “Bordeaux,” for tastings of Agiorgitiko at two iconic wineries. Continue to Nafplio, exploring Palamidi Fortress, Bourtzi, and Syntagma Square. Enjoy dinner along the waterfront.
Overnight in Nafplio.
Day 4: Delphi & Central Greece Wines
Travel to Delphi on Mount Parnassus. Explore the Temple of Apollo, Ancient Theater, Castalian Spring, and Delphi Archaeological Museum. Conclude with wine tasting at a traditional family winery featuring Xinomavro, Assyrtiko, and Savatiano.
Overnight at the winery estate or boutique hotel.
Day 5: Meteora & Metsovo
Witness Meteora’s UNESCO-listed monasteries atop towering cliffs. Discover frescoes and spiritual retreats. Continue to Metsovo, an alpine town, for a winery visit and tasting of exceptional local wines.
Overnight in Metsovo.
Day 6: Metsovo & Ioannina
Explore Ioannina Castle and Ottoman-era landmarks. Visit Zitsa, a high-altitude wine region known for Debina, and tour a local winery. An optional visit to Perama Cave before returning to Metsovo.
Overnight in Metsovo.
Day 7: Vergina, Naoussa & Thessaloniki
Visit Vergina, home to Philip II’s tomb, and explore the royal artifacts. Continue to Naoussa to taste world-class Xinomavro at a renowned winery. End in Thessaloniki, exploring the White Tower, Rotunda, and lively waterfront.
Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Day 8: Drama, Kavala & Philippi
Visit a top winery in Drama for Assyrtiko, Malagouzia, and international varietals. Explore Philippi’s archaeological site and Saint Lydia’s baptismal location. Conclude with a stroll through Kavala’s old town and harbor.
Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Day 9: Thessaloniki – Athens
Panoramic tour of Thessaloniki: White Tower, Aristotelous Square, Roman Agora, Arch of Galerius, and Rotunda. Drive back to Athens via Mount Olympus, stopping at Thermopylae and Kamena Vourla for lunch.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 10: Departure from Athens
Private transfer to Athens Airport according to your flight details. Safe travels home!
What's Included
- 9 nights accommodation in Boutique or 4* hotels with breakfast
- Private transportation with an English-speaking driver
- Tastings at 10 wineries as mentioned in the itinerary
- Private guided tour in Delphi including tickets
- Private guided tour in Meteora at two monasteries, including tickets
- Private guided tour in Vergina including tickets
- Tickets to Cape Sounio and Philippoi
- Gift bag upon arrival
- All taxes
What's not included
- Personal expenses & Meals
- Hotel city tax
- Gratuities
Booking details and conditions
You can cancel for free until 20 Days Prior
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