Winter in Greece, Athens City Break

Duration4 days

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Join our 4-day city break and visit one of the most ancient cities in the world. Get an insight into the pillars of modern democracy by visiting the Parliament and Acropolis Museum. Athens is a fascinating town full of highlights and surprises, also famous for its vibrant nightlife and Greek cuisine. This trip will fill all your senses and will leave great memories for a lifetime.

Options

Triple Room | Standard Hotel Category

Triple Room
Standard Hotel Category
Pickup included

Double Room | Superior Hotel Category

Double Room
Superior Hotel Category
Pickup included

Triple Room | Superior Hotel Category

Triple Room
Superior Hotel Category
Pickup included

Single Room | Standard Hotel Category

Single Room
Standard Hotel Category
Pickup included

Double Room | Standard Hotel Category

Double Room
Standard Hotel Category
Pickup included

Single Room | Superior Hotel Category

Single Room
Superior Hotel Category
Pickup included

What's included

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary: Poseidon temple of Sounio
Transport on a shared basis for half-day Cape Sounio Tour (Day 1)
Operated with local English speaking guide in English on Day 1 (half-day tour to Cape Sounion)
Breakfast
Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Arrival and departure transfers from/to Athens Airport by air-conditioned shared transportation

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.

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1 : ARRIVAL ATHENS

12h

Arrive at Athens International Airport. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting to greet you in the Arrivals Hall and the transportation service will transfer you to your hotel at the scheduled time. We recommend you to book an arrival flight that arrives in the morning prior to 12:00 pm to allow you to enjoy the day’s activity. Check in to your hotel and enjoy some free time to freshen up after your flight before the half-day tour of Cape Sounio. You will be collected from your hotel at 13:30 and driven along the coastal road, passing the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza on the way to Cape Sounio. You will have splendid views of the Saronic Gulf and its islands en route. Upon arrival in Cape Sounio, visit the Temple of Poseidon, one of the major monuments from the Golden Age of Athens. Poseidon was the ancient Greek god of the sea, and his temple dominates the southernmost tip of Attica, where the horizon meets the Aegean Sea. After visiting the impressive temple site, there will be time to explore the rocky cape of Sounio before being transferred back to your hotel at around 19:00.
Overnight in Athens.

Day 2: Day 2 : ATHENS: HALF-DAY CITY TOUR

12h

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel and then head out to explore the city at your own pace. We recommend you start in Syntagma Square, then move on to Plaka and the Acropolis.
You may also book the Optional Hop On – Hop off bus ticket to explore the Capital of Greece: Athens. Our City Sightseeing, open top, double deck bus tour of Athens takes you around and encompasses central Athens, commencing at Syntagma Square. Tracing the history and culture of Athens from ancient times to the present day and passing a plethora of various shopping opportunities that are along the route. You can easily visit many things including World famous museums, with spectacular views of ancient temples, the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Athens represents the juxtaposition of ancient history and modern life which is a very rare experience and one not to be missed.

Overnight in Athens.

Day 3: Day 3 : ATHENS

Athens
4h

Wake up to a luscious breakfast at the hotel and enjoy your day at leisure in this fascinating city. Explore Athens and its hidden corners at your own pace or join one of our optional excursions to discover the city’s rich culinary traditions and authentic local flavours.

Day 4: Day 4 : DEPARTURE ATHENS

ATHENS TO AIRPORT
8h

Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos", Attiki Odos, Spata 19019, Greece

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Airport

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice
Recommended arriving on day 1 prior to 12:00 hrs as tour departs approx 13:30 hrs.
Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary.
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Please note the clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels
What do I need to bring? 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.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.