Athens Trip Overview
In this 6-days easy-going tour, you will have the chance to get a thorough look at the Greek ancient history monuments at an easy pace.This program balances between archaeological sightseeing and leisure time, giving the opportunity to relax and learn at the same time. The one day-three islands cruise is a good indication of its philosophy as one can either relax or follow short historic tours on each island.
Additional Info
Duration: 6 days
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Athens, Attica, Greece
In this 6-days easy-going tour, you will have the chance to get a thorough look at the Greek ancient history monuments at an easy pace.This program balances between archaeological sightseeing and leisure time, giving the opportunity to relax and learn at the same time. The one day-three islands cruise is a good indication of its philosophy as one can either relax or follow short historic tours on each island.
Itinerary
Day 1: Athens – City Tour
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Arrival in Athens to begin our adventure to the land of the ancient treasures and Christian history paralleled by modern day sophistication. We will be greeted at the airport and will begin the tour of the city of Athens by visiting the Tomb of Unknown Soldier, the Greek Parliament, the Kalimarmaro Stadium, home of the first modern day Olympic competition and main site of the Olympic Games of 2004. Next stop the visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon. On Mars Hill, Apostle Paul was brought before the council and delivered his great sermon. After the tour we will head to our hotel, check-in and the rest of the day will be at leisure.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Greek Islands Cruise (Poros – Hydra – Aegina)
Stop At: Hydra, Hydra, Saronic Gulf Islands, Attica
This morning we begin a trip to three small Greek islands. Transfer to the port, right after an early breakfast and board a full day cruise to the islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina. This is a delightful day giving us the opportunity to experience the Greek Isles where each small island is unique and picturesque. Lunch is served on board as we cruise along the Peloponnesian Coast. Return in the evening to our hotel. Overnight.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Athens-Cape Sounion
Stop At: Sounio, Sounio, East Attica Region, Attica
Morning at leisure till noon that we will travel along a coastal road past many wonderful beaches to the southern most point of Attica, Cape Sounion, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand. After visiting the temple ruins we have time to walk along the rock promontory of Sounio or sit at the cafe and sip the most scrumptious hot chocolate you can imagine. Return back to Athens early in the evening. Overnight.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Athens – Delphi
Stop At: Delphi 330 54, Greece
After breakfast we will be transferred to the lovely mountain region of Delphi – the sanctuary of Apollo. We will start our tour of Delphi where we will gain a greater understanding of the Greek religious heritage and their influence on the early Christian church. We also visit the Temple of Apollo and the Castallia Springs. Free time for shopping and photographs. In the evening we will take our way back to Athens. Arrival, transfer to the hotel and overnight.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Athens – Free Day
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Day at leisure. Overnight.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Athens – Departure
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Morning at leisure and then transfer to El. Venizelos airport in time to catch your outbound return flight.
*Note: Program schedule/itinerary may change subject to flights details (Arrival & Departure Times)
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
