Athens half day tour morning tour, begins with a panoramic drive around Syntagma square, passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Catholic Cathedral and Schliemann’s House. We will then drive past the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens and the National Library.
Continue for a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896 and is the only stadium built out of white marble. We then proceed, passing by Zappeion and Temple of Olympian Zeus.
We the make our way by foot to the archaeological site of Acropolis an UNESCO’S world heritage monument and visit Propylae the monumental entrance to the Acropolis which blends Doric and Ionic building principles, and the small temple Athena Nike, which stands on a protruding mass of rock, protecting the gate to the citade and of course the Parthenon, and Erechtheion with its porch of Maidens.
Highlights
- Panoramic tour of Athens
- See Ex Royal Palace
- See Parliament
- Monument of the Unknown Soldier
- Photo Stop at the Stadium
- Entrance to Acropolis
Prices
- Adults (+13) : 61 euro
- Children (4-12 yrs): 30 euro
- Infants (up to 3 yrs) free of charge
Inclusions
- Entrance fees of the Acropolis
- Transport by luxury bus
- Professional and licensed guide
- All taxes
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal Expenses
- Food and Drinks
Important Information
- Morning Half Day Tour: starts approx. 08:30
- Duration: approx. 3.5 hours
- Tour operates: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Languages (pleasa note that some days the tour operates in multiple languages): English: Monday, Wednesday & Friday /German & English: Wednesday starting from May 2nd – Sept. 3oth 2017
- Departure Point: Central Athens selected hotels
- Return details: Returns to the original departure point.
- Please complete in the form in the Special requirements section, the hotel or accommodation (with address) you will be staying, to ensure we pick you up at the correct or a nearby location.
Booking Confirmation
- Once your booking is confirmed, we will send you a confirmation voucher with the meeting point details, via e-mail, including contact information of our local supplier.
Useful Tips
Comfortable walking shoes, sun glasses, hat, loose fitted clothing and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
