Greece Self Drive 3 - Classical Roads of Greece

Summary

Explore mainland Greece at your own pace on this self-drive holiday from Athens. Visit iconic ancient sites including Delphi, Olympia and Mycenae, with the chance to extend your journey to the monasteries of Meteora. Between historic landmarks, enjoy the dramatic coastlines, rolling hills and mountain scenery of the Peloponnese, with opportunities to relax in charming towns and villages along the way.

Activity code: GRFDCL03

Duration: 8 Days/7 nights

The Classic Roads of Greece.

Our Classic Roads of Greece self-drive holiday showcases some of mainland Greece’s most celebrated sights and landscapes, combining ancient history with stunning scenery. This itinerary takes in iconic sites such as Delphi, Olympia and Mycenae, interspersed with the rugged coastline, rolling countryside and mountain landscapes that make Greece so remarkable.

Starting from Athens, the Peloponnese, with its many famous ancient sites, is just a short drive away, making it an ideal introduction to mainland Greece, returning via the world-famous sanctuary of Delphi by crossing the striking Rion-Antirion Bridge, which spans the Gulf of Corinth and offers breathtaking views.

A typical route begins in Athens, where classical landmarks sit alongside vibrant cafés and contemporary life. After settling into the Greek way of life pick up your hire car and travel to the Argolis region and the elegant harbour town of Nafplion, famed for its Venetian architecture, winding streets and charming seaside atmosphere and, of course, its proximity to the magnificent sites of Mycenae and Epidavros. Continue west to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, with its extraordinary archaeological site and surrounding lush valley. The journey concludes with a visit to Delphi, once considered the centre of the ancient world, set amidst dramatic mountain scenery and crowned by the ruins of the Temple of Apollo.

This suggested route is our most popular and long-established, designed to allow plenty of time to enjoy both the scenery and the cultural highlights. It is flexible and can be adapted to suit your preferences, whether that means longer stays in certain locations, side trips, or a more relaxed pace.

To help tailor your holiday, we will need your approximate travel dates, preferred hotel standard, and any specific sites or regions you wish to include or omit. One night at each stop maximises sightseeing, two or more nights allow for excursions, while staying in a single place gives time to relax and explore the local area at leisure.

For those who prefer not to drive, guided tours or a private driver can be arranged to follow the same itinerary, ensuring you experience the highlights of Greece in comfort and style.

Finally, why not extend your stay with a few days on one of Greece’s islands or elsewhere on the mainland? We would be delighted to offer suggestions and help arrange a seamless continuation of your holiday.

Not included: the new "Climate TAX" for overnights in hotels. This  is to be paid directly to the hotel, prior to check-out . The price depends on the hotel category.