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Greece is perhaps one of the most alluring regions
of the world, and an area of enormous historic and cultural
significance. It has been the seat of ancient empires
and a great center of learning, which produced many
scholars and philosophers. Some of the most diverse
cultures and customs were born in Greece. It is a land
full of history and myth! The beauty, harmony and grace
of this magnificent land will make a lasting impression
on each of us. There are undoubtedly many ghosts of
the past that walk this land, possibly an Athenian Warrior,
or perhaps even a part of yourself. This may be a unique
opportunity for many of us to travel back in time...a
walk through our past that will undoubtedly transcend
our expectations. Allow us to provide a view of "the
other side" as we walk the path of many great people
who have gone before us. I hope you will join me on
this journey into our past.
Greece Itinerary
Wednesday August 27 -
Depart from John F. Kennedy airport in New York.
Thursday August 28 -
Arrival in Athens. Orientation and light lunch at Divani
Palace Hotel, where we will stay for two nights. Group
dinner outside at a Plaka Taverna.
Friday August 29 - Visit
Athens: Parthenon and Acropolis. Afternoon at the Archeological
Museum. Evening on your own, shop in the Plaka and explore
other Athenian delights.
Saturday August 30 -
Travel by coach to the picturesque Greek village of
Arahoba. Next, its off to the Amphiareion de Oropos,
which is an ancient greek healing center. In the afternoon,
visit Delphi and the Temple of Apollo, the site of the
Oracle. Spend the night at Delphi in Acropole Hotel.
Sunday August 31 - Sunrise
ceremony at the Temple of Athena, with free time to
explore afterwards. Then travel to Athens for an afternoon
flight to Crete. We will stay at the Hotel Silva Maris,
where we will enjoy the most marvelous Greek food (two
meals a day included), and take an orientation tour
in the evening.
Monday September 1 -
Visit the south and west of Crete. Stop at the Convent
of Palini to visit the miracle healing tree where we
will perform a ceremony. Then onto the Minoan ruins
of Festos.
Tuesday September 2 -
Free time for shopping, exploring, or enjoying the pool
or beach.
Wednesday September 3
- Half day tour in the afternoon at the Minoan ruins
of Knossos. Then onto the Crete archeological museum,
with its premier collection of art and artifacts from
the Minoan Civilization. Dinner and evening program
provided, with Greek dance and music at the Mountain
Village of Arolithos.
Thursday September 4
- Last minute shopping or going to the beach in the
morning.
A mid-afternoon journey to the port in Irakilion for
our ferryboat excursion to Santorini.
Friday September 5 -
Explore Santorini and travel to port for a sunset viewing
sail aboard a three-masted schooner, the Bella Aurora.
Saturday September 6
- A visit to Akrotiri in the morning and free time in
the afternoon
to explore and shop, with a night banquet and closing
ceremony.
Sunday September 7 -
Travel from Santorini to Athens, then back to New York
City.
Tour Price
of $3,490 Includes:
• all air travel within Greece
• round trip air transportation from New York to
Greece
• all ground transfers and transportation, ferry
boat excursion and sunset sail
• all hotels, double accommodation, first class
or better
• welcome banquet and orientation in Athens
• all breakfasts and 9 other meals
• teaching sessions with Judy Goodman
• travel with native Greeks
• special ceremonies and rituals throughout the
tour to enhance your experience of the wonders of Greece
• tours of the Acropolis, Athens Archeological
Museum, Delphi, Knossos, Festos, and Akrotiri
To Register:
Please send a $500 deposit to Harmony Tours, P.O. Box 1737, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32170 386-214-3015, tour@harmonytours.com. The final payment is due 30 days prior to trip.
Cancellations and Refunds:
(same for all tours)Cancellations made 60 days or more
prior to the departure are subject to $100 cancellation
fee. Reservations canceled 30-45 days prior to the departure
date are subject to a cancellation fee in the amount
of 50% of the trip cost. Reservations canceled less
than within 29 days prior to the departure date are
nonrefundable. You may want to consider purchasing a
commercial travel insurance policy that would include
trip cancellation protection. Please contact Harmony
Tours for details.
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