Western Greece - Wildlife & History

Tour Code: GRC28

An 8-day birdwatching and natural history holiday to western Greece, enjoying the varied wetlands and habitats of Strofylia and Messolonghi, as well as the ancient historical sites of Olympia and Oeniades.

8 days from
£1,995
Land only price from
£1,695
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Highlights

Summary

Summary

  • Explore the national parks of Strofylia and Messolonghi
  • Enjoy Dalmatian Pelicans and Greater Flamingoes in large numbers at Messolonghi National Park
  • Visit Ancient Olympia – birthplace of the Olympic Games!
  • Spring migrants include Olive-tree Warbler, Bee-eater, European Roller & Golden Oriole 
  • Possible raptor species include Short-toed Snake Eagle, Pallid Harrier, Lesser Kestrel, Red-footed Falcon and Montagu's Harrier
  • Led by an expert naturalist guide 
Itinerary

Outline Itinerary

Day 1
Fly Athens, Transfer Strofylia National Park
Day 2
Excursions around Strofylia National Park
Day 3
Ancient Olympia
Day 4
Transfer to Messolonghi National Park
Day 5/7
Excursions from Messolonghi National Park
Day 8
Transfer Athens, Fly London
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What's Included

What's Included?

  • Flights
  • Accommodation:

    We stay in comfortable hotels with private facilities throughout.

  • Food:

    All meals are included in the price.

Dates & Prices

Dates & Prices

2026

Departures Availability Cost
Fri 1st May – Fri 8th May SPACES £1,995
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Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£1,695
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£295

2027

Departures Availability Cost
Tue 4th May – Tue 11th May SPACES £1,995
Book Tour Show Details
Flights:
Most Naturetrek tours include flight costs ex-UK. If flights are not included, we indicate that here.
Flights are included in the tour cost
Regional Departures:
On certain tours it is possible to depart from a regional airport (rather than London). If a regional departure is possible, we indicate that here.
Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£1,695
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£295

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Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?

For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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Why Naturetrek?

Why Naturetrek?

At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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