Winter in Greece, Athens City Break

Description

Join this 4-day winter city break to one of the most historic cities in the world. Visit the neighbourhood of Plaka, also known as the ‘Neighbourhood of the Gods’ due to its proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological sites, and visit Cape Sounio, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand. Athens is a fascinating town full of well-known highlights and lesser-known surprises, which is also famous for vibrant nightlife and traditional Greek cuisine. There are several optional activities available on this tour, so it can be customised to suit your interests.  

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Cape Sounio – Also known in Ancient Greek as the ‘Sacred Cape’, enjoy the breath-taking 180-degree views of the Aegean Sea from the Southern-most point of the Attic peninsula. 

Poseidon Temple – One of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens, this temple was constructed in honour of Poseidon, the ancient god of the sea, in the middle of the fifth century B.C. 

Plaka – The oldest neighbourhood of Athens, with colourful narrow streets and neoclassical buildings dating from the nineteenth century. Home of its historic monuments include the Roman Agora, the Bathhouse of the Winds and Hadrian’s library.

Syntagma Square – Also known as ‘Constitution Square’, this lively white marble square is also the main meeting point in the city, surrounded by famous hotels, bars and restaurants.

Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English speaking local guide during the half-day Athens city tour on day 2

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 3 nights´ accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 Athens:

Standard hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre- and Post - night stay in Athens:

Standard hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 3 Breakfasts

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival transfer from Athens International airport or Piraeus port to the hotel in Athens
  • Departure transfer from the hotel in Athens to Athens International airport or to Piraeus port
  • Air-conditioned transportation for Athens half day city tour on day 2 on a shared basis

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: half-day city tour of Athens with Acropolis site and museum (day 2)

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet on day 1

Excluded

  • Domestic and international flights 
  • Airport and hotel porterage 
  • Gratuities for driver and guide 
  • Optional tours and activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Overnight city tax for the hotel, to be paid on the spot in the hotel 
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme 
  • Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Know before you go

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Athens. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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