Join our two-day Athens tour and step into the ancient history and mythology of Greece, while exploring the beautiful city of Athens. Drive along the coastline, visit the southern point of Attica, Cape Sounio, and admire stunning landscapes and impressive views from the Temple of Poseidon. Visit Acropolis, magnificent sight of white marble stones and learn all about Ancient Greece while visiting Acropolis Museum. Glass of ouzo and mouth-watering Greek food cannot be missing during this short but memorable cultural tour. You also have the option to customize the tour according to your preference and add additional pre or post night in Athens.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Acropolis: Visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens and let the fascinating ruins amaze your eyes.
Acropolis Museum: Recognized as one of the top museums in the world, you’ll find yourself up close to the impressive marble masterpieces found on the Acropolis including dramatic sculptures and friezes that brilliantly define the Classical period of ancient Greece.
Temple of Poseidon: From here you will have one of the most breath-taking panoramic views in the world.
Day 1: ARRIVAL ATHENS – CAPE SOUNIO – ATHENS (140 km – 4 hrs)
On your arrival at Athens airport or Piraeus port, you will be met and greeted and taken to your hotel in Athens. Take a rest before your afternoon drive along the coastline (depart approx. at 14:00, exact time announced upon arrival), passing the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni & Varkiza to the most southern point of Attica, Cape Sounio, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand. On the way, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf and the little islands offshore. After visiting the Temple of Poseidon, you have time to walk at leisure on the rocky promontory of Sounio, before returning to your hotel.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2: ACROPOLIS AND ACROPOLIS MUSEUM VISIT – DEPARTURE ATHENS (50 km – 4.5 hrs)
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, check out (you can leave your luggage at the reception) and get ready to explore the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896. Continue strolling and pass by the Prime Minister's residence-the ex Royal Palace, guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis, visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts an order in the mind", the Parthenon. Afterwards, admire the wonders of the classical era at The New Acropolis Museum. In the afternoon transfer to Athens airport (or Piraeus port) to continue with your travelling arrangements. Approx. arrival time at the airport approx. is at 17:00. Book your travel arrangements accordingly, or book an additional night in Athens (not included).
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.
