Athens Trip Overview
Enjoy one of the hidden gems of Athens on this half day Private Tour. The Mythical Goddess Artemis Brauron was the protector of mothers & her main Temple is preserved through the hills & olive groves of east Athens beside the sea. A less well trodden area, this is a real hidden gem to uncover!
In ancient Greece the temple played an important role in religious life for Athenian women & worshipers walked the 25 km to the temple via the ‘sacred way’ during a festival held every 4-years, bringing them to the spot where the daughter of Agamemnon took refuge before the Trojan war. You can also see many fascinating pieces from life at the time are also held in the onsite museum.
In one of our New Mercedes EClass or AudiA4 models, and in the company of your experienced English speaking informative Tour driver your trip will be more comfortable & your tour also includes time to enjoy the beautiful seaside town of Porto Rafti where you can have a wonderful meal if choosing the lunch option.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Athens, Attica, Greece
Enjoy one of the hidden gems of Athens on this half day Private Tour. The Mythical Goddess Artemis Brauron was the protector of mothers & her main Temple is preserved through the hills & olive groves of east Athens beside the sea. A less well trodden area, this is a real hidden gem to uncover!
In ancient Greece the temple played an important role in religious life for Athenian women & worshipers walked the 25 km to the temple via the ‘sacred way’ during a festival held every 4-years, bringing them to the spot where the daughter of Agamemnon took refuge before the Trojan war. You can also see many fascinating pieces from life at the time are also held in the onsite museum.
In one of our New Mercedes EClass or AudiA4 models, and in the company of your experienced English speaking informative Tour driver your trip will be more comfortable & your tour also includes time to enjoy the beautiful seaside town of Porto Rafti where you can have a wonderful meal if choosing the lunch option.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Markopoulo Mesogaias 190 03, Greece
Your journey heads out of Athens where you will enjoy a drive towards the East coast which passes through the local wine growing region passing by countryside filled with vineyards & olive groves along the way.
Stop At: The Sanctuary of Artemis, Brauron, Athens 19003 Greece
Less than 400 meters from the Aegean Sea the temple is set in the local countryside. You can take the time you need to enjoy this site and also its on-site museum where there are displayed a great many artefacts from the area, many of which provide a fascinating insight into the workings of the temple & its place in Ancient Athenian culture & its local inhabitants.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Porto Rafti, Porto Rafti, East Attica Region, Attica
Porto Rafti is a highlight of the local coast. A cosmopolitan town on the sea where you can enjoy exploring along with its beautiful views.
If choosing the lunch option, you will also enjoy a wonderful traditional meal in a local taverna before your return.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Papagiannakos Winery, Poussi-Kalogeri, Markopoulo Mesogeas 19003 Greece
Extra stop on request.
The area along eastern Athens is a renowned wine producing region with many wineries & vinyeards. On request we can extend your tour with a private tour & tasting on one of the best of these to learn about the local history, varieties of Grape & wines produced which are among the highest quality, although are less well known outside of Greece. If this would be of interest just let us know at the email address provided & we will schedule your additional tour & advise of any extra cost.
Duration: 1 hour
