Snow ski best of Greece luxurious winter vacation 10 days

10 days / 9 nights in a world of wonders.  Thinking of Greece,  people imagine a nice beach, sand, and sun. Greece between others is a mountain country and with many snow ski resorts. Two of the most famous is Arachove and Kalavrita.

Highlights of the Snow ski best of Greece luxurious winter vacation 10 days

• An 8 hours private tour in Athens with its trademark of the city, the Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon
• The Arachova traditional village is full of celebrities and Parnassos snow ski resort.
• Kalavrita rich in history, famous for its nightlife and snow ski
• Delphi the most celebrated place of the ancient world
• Professional English speaking tour driver

Day 1: Arrival at Athens airport

You will be met at the arrival exit of your flight. Your driver will be there holding a sign with your name on it. Transfer to your hotel in Athens, and balance of the day at leisure.

Day 2: Experience the best of Athens

Democracy, philosophy, seances, culture are synonymous with Athens. Enjoy the best of Athens ancient and modern … read more of Athens. Free afternoon.

DAYS 3 to 6:  Arachova / PARNASSOS

At the indicated time, you will be transferred to Parnassos where you will enjoy the winter days in your chalet. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the facilities of the resort.
Mount Parnassos, with an altitude of 2,260 meters, ranks among the highest mountains in Greece. Its spectacular geomorphology and rich biodiversity place it among the most important mountain environments in our country. Here you will find the biggest downhill ski resort in Greece. The mountain’s high altitude offers ski lovers long-lasting snow-covered peaks, and the mountain is a very popular spot for visitors as it is located near Athens.

Day 7: Delphi and the Delphic oracle

Feel the power of Delphi, the center of the universe, speak directly with the Gods, and …read more. Return to Athens. Balance of day at leisure.

Day 8 & 9: Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Kalavrita

Combine culture and Kalavrita ski resort one of the most organized in the country.

Intense ski activity on Mt. Helmós. The Nymphs are watching

On Mt. Helmós, at an altitude of 2,340m, we find the most important ski resort in Peloponnese. Being the second-largest ski resort in Greece, it is located in a breathtaking fiery alpine landscape. Due to its close proximity to Athens and to its first-class facilities, many skiers visit it throughout the ski season. Here, the famous black and red runs of Styga challenge even the most expert skiers.

Kalavryta ski resort boasts 12 ski runs (2 difficult, 2 intermediate, 6 easy & 2 very easy) of 20km in length, 2 chair lifts and 5 ski lifts, special grounds for snowboarding and extreme games, and other winter attractions, such as a special moguls ski run, and a snowboard park. Visitors at Helmós mountain can also find coffee shops, snack bars, restaurants, ski rental facilities, and sporting goods, organized ski school, and First Aid Station.

Day 10: Athens hotel / Airport

Transfer from your hotel to the Athens international airport according to your departure flight.

Especially for this winter package,

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• 5 nights hotel accommodation in Athens
• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Parnassos mountain
• 1-night hotel accommodation in Kalavrita
• Private half-day Athens sightseeing tour
• Athens – Parnassos – Athens
• Romantic dinner in Athens (drinks excluded)
• A spa package in Athens (45 minutes)
• All transfers as mentioned
• A professional tour driver
• Daily breakfast
• 24-hour assistance phone number
• All taxes

PACKAGE EXCLUDES:

• Travel insurance
• International flights
• Entrance fees during sightseeing
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities

Important notes

Tour Type

• Vacation / Holiday package

Included

• Sightseeing sailing (for packages include islands)
• All ferry tickets are calculated on economy class, without cabin.
• Hotels, pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
• Round trip transfers (Port – Hotel –Port) on each Island are included (Shared).
• An English speaking tour drive, with good knowledge of the Greek history and culture (for private tours)
• Road tolls, All taxes, and handling charges

Excluded from the tour

• Gratuities (optional)
• Drinks and Beverage
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Trip Terms & Conditions

• Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum €150,00). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
• Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary.
• Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
• Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
• Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at “Terms-Conditions”.
• Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in your country with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation

Additional info

• Dress: religious and marmoreal sites: shoulders and knee must be covered
• Departure Time: Departure as per our program
• Return details: Returns to original departure point
• Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• A voucher will be emailed to you with our contact numbers and all necessary information for your tour.
• This is your ticket and proof of purchase. On the day of tour please present a paper voucher in order to redeem your tour/activity.
• The order of visiting the islands can be changed according to the traffic and weather conditions.

Special Notes

• All boat schedules given in regards with Greek island packages can be adjusted according to clients wishes, while all mentioned times serve mainly as a reference
 to the most convenient boat schedule.
• Accommodation on the islands is based according to availability
.
• Any part of the trips operated by ferry can be substituted by air sectors at an extra 
 cost, according to availability.
• Packages description for the economy of time and space, includes only the services 
 offered and occasionally a few suggestions.
• Specific information about every 
 suggested destination can be found separately.

Persons with Disabilities

• Due to uneven surfaces, certain sites are not recommended for persons with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Such sites are the Acropolis, the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, Mycenae, Delphi and Meteora
• In all cases, we recommend comfortable flat-solid walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Opening hours & Admission fees

• Opening Hours:Summer April 1st to October 31st from 08:00 AM to 07:30 PM
• Winter: November 1st to March 31st from 08:30 AM to 03:00 PM
• Free admission fees: Children under 18 & Students from E.U.
• Reduced admission fees: Citizens of the E.U. aged over 65 & Students from countries outside the E.U.

Holidays in Greece

• January 1: closed
• January 6: 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM
• Shrove Monday: 08:30AM - 03:00 PM
• March 25: closed
• Good Friday: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
• Holy Saturday: 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM
• Easter Sunday: closed
• Easter Monday: 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM
• May 1: closed
• Holy Spirit Day: 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM
• 15 August 15: 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM
• October 28: 08:30 AM- 03:00 PM
• December 25 & 26: closed