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Roman Emperor and Greek Gods - Split to Athens - 12-day escorted tour from Croatia to Greece, via Montenegro, Albania and North Macedonia

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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Countries Visited

Albania , Croatia , Greece , Macedonia , Montenegro

Cities Visited

Athens , Dubrovnik , Ohrid , Split , Tirana


Day 1 | Arrive in Split
Upon arrival at SPU airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is free. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at Welcome Dinner.  (D)


Day 2 | Split
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Romer Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Then see the remnants of Split's Roman heritage, its Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter's Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. The rest if the day at leisure to stroll through the beautiful streets of Split, enjoy at the beach or join us on an Optional Excursion: to Jet Set spot of the rich and famous - Island of Hvar. (B)


Day 3 | Split - Dubrovnik
After breakfast travel to Dubrovnik. Day at leisure. (B, D)


Day 4 | Dubrovnik
After the breakfast, walking tour of Old Dubrovnik. Visit the Rector's Palace, and see the Bell Tower Clock, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, the Dominican Monastery, and Franciscan Monastery with its Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is free or join us for a Optional Excursion: home hosted Dubelj with dinner. (B)


Day 5 | Dubrovnik - Tivat
After breakfast, our journey takes us to Montenegro viewing Kotor Bay, the only South European fjord and tour of old town Kotor, a UNESCO heritage site. On to Tivat for the night.  (B, D)


Day 6 | Tivat - Tirana
After breakfast, we leave Tivat and drive via Budva and Bar towards the town of Shkodra, nowadays a major Albanian cultural center. Shkodra was the center of the Illyrian tribe Labeat and was taken by the Romans in the year 168 B.C. We will see Rozafa Castle, magnificently situated on a rocky outcrop of limestone high above the city. Continue drive to Tirana. (B, D)


Day 7 | Tirana
On a Morning sightseeing tour, see Sheshi Skenderbej (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 simply just relax. (B)


Day 8 | Tirana - Ohrid
Drive to the lakeside resort of Ohrid, an important cultural and spiritual center, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy sightseeing 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. (B, D)


Day 9 | Ohrid - Kalambaka
After breakfast, admire the fantastic landscapes of Meteora, known as “the rocks that fell from the sky”, where monks built their rock – top monasteries far away from civilization. Out of the 13 large and 20 small monasteries and hermit’s cells, only four are now active. We will visit either Roussanou or the Great Meteoro*. On to Kalambaka for dinner and overnight. (B, D)


Day 10 | Kalambaka - Athens
 Your first stop this morning is Delphi, where the famous Oracle once 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 to Athens. (B)


Day 11 | Athens
See the highlights of Athens this morning on a sightseeing tour. This cosmopolitan and bustling capital city is set amid reminders of a long and glorious past: graceful temples, centuries old monasteries and ornate Byzantine churches. Visit the immortal Acropolis, and the Parthenon, said to be the most perfectly proportioned building of all time. Also see 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. Join us for a Farewell Taverna Dinner in the Plaka beside the Acropolis.  (B, D)


Day 12 | depart from Athens
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Athens Airport for your departure flight. (B)Note: Because of the narrow and cobbled streets, walking is the primary way of getting around. Please make sure you pack comfortable walking shoes, as there are daily walking tours included.  

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Inclusions


Tour Highlights

  • First class hotels (listed or similar), rooms with private facilities.
  • Sightseeing in: Split, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Tirana, Ohrid, Kalambaka, Delphi, and Athens.
  • Breakfast daily
  • Whisper technology enhanced touring
  • Your Great Balkan Tour Includes

  • First-class hotels, rooms with private facilities.
  • Arrival transfer at Zagreb Airport to hotel on day 01
  • Breakfast daily.
  • 7 dinners, including Welcome Dinner in Split and Farewell Taverna Dinner in Athens
  • Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach with maximum of 30 tour participants.
  • Professional Tour Director throughout.
  • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
  • Touring includes: The Adriatic Coastline, a lakeside resort area, historic city centers, monasteries and churches - a combination of beautiful scenery and UNESCO World Heritage sites!
  • Walking/City tours in Split, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Tirana, Ohrid, Meteora, Delphi, and Athens.
  • Optional Excursion - Hosted Dinner Excursion in Dubrovnik.
  • Whisper technology enhanced so you don't miss a thing.
  • Service charges and hotel taxes.
  • Return transfer on day 12 from hotel to Athens' Airport.
  • Note: Transfers available on tour start/end date. If arriving earlier or extending on, transfers are additional. Please be aware that this tour includes an optional excursion, which is payable in country.

    Pricing

    Your tour land price is per person based on two (2) people sharing a twin or double room. When a single room is booked, a single supplement will apply. 

    This tour does not include:

  • Items not noted on itinerary
  • Lunches
  • Tips to driver/guide
  • City tourist taxes at hotels (if applicable)
  • Optional Tour - Hosted dinner in Dubrovnik - payable in country
  • Airfare

    Airfare can be booked with our system during the booking process. Airfare is instant purchase and non-refundable once ticketed.

    Departures & Transfers

    Tour date noted is the date the tour begins in Split. Please plan your air accordingly, as most flights overseas are overnight flights and you would depart the US one day earlier. Transfers are available on arrival and departure on tour start and end date. Tour ends at Athens airport on day 12 (Sunday)

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    Accommodations

    Hotel Corner (or Similar)
    Hotel Corner is located in the center of Split, only 700 meters from Diocletian's Palace. Perfect for couples, friends, families or business travelers.

    Dubrovnik Hotel or Similar (Lacroma, Argosy, Lapad)
    This tour utilizes various hotels (depending on date); Hotel Lapad, Argosy, or Lacroma may be used.

    Hotel Palma Tivat (or Similar)
    The Hotel Palma is a 4-star hotel situated in the heart of Tivat, with a beautiful view of Tivat Bay in Montenegro.

    Hotel Colosseo Tirana (or Similar)
    The Hotel Colosseo is a lovely 4-star boutique hotel in the heart of Tirana and close to numerous attractions.

    Hotel Granit Ohrid (or Similar)
    The Hotel Granit is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Ohrid with its family friendly atmosphere, private beach, surrounding parkland, swimming pool, fitness center, and sporting activiites.

    Grand Meteora Hotel (or Similar)
    The 4-star Grand Meteora Hotel is locates at the foot of Meteora in the harest of the Thessaly Plan and is the most imposing and impressive accommodation in the area.

    Athens Hotel or Similar (Stanley or Titania))
    In Athens either the Stanley or Titania Hotels are used on this tour

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    Questions & Answers

    Question: How many suitcases can I take with me on my trip?

    Each person is allowed one "check-in," and one "carry-on." Remember to take all valuables with you as "carry-on", because electronic equipment, cameras, laptops, jewelry, business documents and money are not covered by the airlines' liability, so always carry them aboard with you.

    Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?

    Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.

    Celtic Tours Customer Reviews

    Overall Rating
    3.6
    Accommodations
    3.3
    Itinerary
    3.7
    Professional Staff
    3.8
    Repeat with Operator
    3.3
    Value for Money
    3.8

    Ratings based off 46 reviews about Celtic Tours - currently showing 2 reviews with comments only

    Everything that was detailed in the itinerary was carried out during the trip. Our guide Terry was wonderful, professional and very informative. He explained important details and made sure we saw all we could. The bus was clean and comfortable.

    This was my fourth trip to Ireland and by far the BEST with Celtic Tours!!!! The tour locations were wonderful and our tour guide, Sean was awesome!!! Sean was very educated on the country and we learned so much from him. He was very accommodating and allowed extra time where we would like to stop. I would HIGHLY recommend Celtic Tours and Sean as your guide.

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