Athens for walking lovers
Itinerary
( 3 days )Your tour’s schedule in detail:
Arrive in Athens
Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Balance of the day is at leisure.
Walking Sightseeing Tour [duration approx. 3 hours]
This city tour will not only show you the most important landmarks and sights of the historical centre of Athens but will also include a complete tour of the Acropolis where your guide will give you an in-depth guided tour of this world heritage site and its major breath-taking monuments all in one fascinating tour.
Your tour will commence in front of the Parliament building in Syntagma square with the changing of the Guards (Euzonoi). From Syntagma square, the central historical district of the city and passing from the monument of the Unknown Soldier you will enjoy a pleasant walk through the National Gardens the neoclassical Zappeion conference centre (The oldest in Europe) the temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and the old Plaka district.
The tour continues with a visit to the Acropolis, where you will see the Propylea, The temple of Nike, the Parthenon, wonders of the Golden Age of Pericles.
From the Acropolis hill you will have a breath-taking view of the surroundings, including the Agora, the Observatory, the Democracy hill (Pnyx), the Philopappos Hill and Mars Hill.
You will also admire the theatre of Dionyssos and the Odeion of Herodus Atticus where ancient Greek drama was first staged. The guided tour ends on the hill of the Acropolis.
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Your afternoon is free to enjoy this vibrant city on your own pace. Wander in Plaka, the oldest district in Athens. It is also mentioned as "Gods' district”, with outstanding scenery. Scout the Monastiraki flea Market for everything from kitsch souvenirs to antique prints, second hand-vinyl and vintage army surplus.
For dinner, visit Lycavittos hill or one of the numerous roof top restaurants to enjoy the magnificent night view to the Acropolis.
Departure
Arrangements terminate with breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Departure / Return location
ATHENS
Wear
Casual dressing.
Most sites in Greece involve extended walking and/or slippery surfaces.
Therefore we strongly suggest wearing comfortable sturdy shoes.
Sunscreen, hat and water are also good “travel companions”.
Difficulty
Due to extend walking and slippery surfaces please inform us if you have walking disabilities or using a wheelchair before booking this tour.
Included
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Athens, at hotel category of your choice.
- Breakfast daily.
- Private arrival transfer [from the Athens airport or port of Piraeus].
- Organized [shared] walking tour of Athens
- All hotel taxes and services [except the Climate crisis resilience charge to be paid directly]
- 24hrs Assistance phone number
Not Included
- Travel Insurance
- Entrance fees to the site visited.
- Departure transfer on day 3
- Climate crisis resilience charge
- Tips
- Anything not clearly mentioned above as included.
