4 Days: Athens

Tour overview:

Athens is one of the world’s oldest cities with a long and fascinating history. Learn about Athens’ culture, traditions, and history as you enjoy your stay in this cosmopolitan city. Your city tour will take you to ancient and historic landmarks, including the Panathinaikon stadium, the temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Acropolis. Explore the Plaka, the picturesque old part of the city.

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Day 1 - Arrival / Athens.

Arrival at the Athens airport, welcome assistance and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

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Day 2 - City tour / Athens.

The day is dedicated to exploring the city of Athens. We begin with a panoramic tour to the most important monuments and landmarks of the city including the Panathinaikon stadium, the Zappeion, the temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Syntagma square, the Parliament, the tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann’s house, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and the old Parliament. Next we head for our guided visit to the Acropolis, including the Propylae, the temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, the Erechtheion. Later, we continue with a guided visit to the Acropolis museum voted one of the best museums in the world. Afternoon at leisure to explore Plaka, the picturesque old part of the city, and why not, some shopping at Ermou street.

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Day 3 - At leisure / Athens.

Breakfast and day at leisure to explore more of the city on your own. A walk in Ermou street for some shopping, or exploring Plaka, Monastiraki and Thision are some of your options for the day. Alternative, you may join any of the available optional excursions (depending on the day of the week), to visit Delphi, or Argolis (Corinth canal, Mycenae, Epidaurus) or Cape Sounion (temple of Poseidon), or join a day cruise to Aegina, Poros and Hydra). Overnight in Athens

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Day 4 - Departure.

Breakfast and at the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

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