Secrets of Athens Half-day tour
Acropolis, Monastiraki, Varvakios Market
- WITH
- Kiki | about the guide
Discover Athens' local life and hidden parts on this unique private tour led by an experienced guide. Your day will start with an introduction to the Ancient Greece civilization, going to the Acropolis hill for a tour of its impressive archeological sites including the Temple of Athena Niké, the Parthenon, the Propylaea gateway and the Erechtheion. From the top of the Acropolis, you will enjoy the stunning views of Athens. Afterwards, you will head to the picturesque neighborhood of Anafiotika. There, you will soak up the romantic atmosphere and follow your guide in the Cycladic white streets filled with bougainvillea flowers that recalls the traditional villages in the Greek Islands. From there, you will walk to the Monastiraki historic neighborhood where you will capture the vibrant and authentic Athenian atmosphere as well as its economical and social aspects. You will also discover the Varvakios Market with its colorful stalls filled with fresh fish, meat and a large range of herbs and spices. There, you will enjoy a cup of traditional greek coffee accompanied with some loukoumades, a delicious Greek doughnuts served with honey and cinnamon. Please note: this itinerary can be adapted to suit your needs and interests.
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Athens
Greece -
1/2 day
DURATION -
10
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Athens archeological, Athens Acropolis tour, Propylaea gateway, Parthenon, Temple of Athena Niké, Athens half-day tour, Athens walking tour, Ancient Greece tour, Plaka tour, Athens Plaka, Athens gastronomy, Athens Anafiotika, Athens Monastiraki, loukoumades Athens
- transport :
- by walking
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- no
- Kid friendly :
- Children are welcome
- LANGUAGES:
- Espagnol/Spanish (fluent), Allemand/German (fluent), Anglais/English (fluent)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 10
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Services of a professional private guide for 4 hours - Entrance fees for the Acropolis - Coffee and loukoumades (Greek pastries)
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch - Personal shopping
ITINERARY
Follow a local guide in the hidden parts of Athens on this private half-day tour starting with a visit of the Acropolis. You will climb up the rocky hill to the top of the ancient citadel where you will discover some historical remains of Ancient Greece such as the Propylaea gateway, the Parthenon and the Temple of Athena Niké. Leaving the Acropolis you will head to the district of Plaka where you will visit the romantic neighborhood of Anafiotika with its white washed walls and peaceful atmosphere. Your tour will continue in the Monastiraki lively neighborhood where you will visit the famous Varvakios Market and enjoy a coffee break with loukoumades (greek pastry). Your tour will end in the center of Athens.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Near the Acropolis entrance
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Athens city center
about
your guide
Kiki
Athens
- languages :
- Espagnol/Spanish, Allemand/German, Anglais/English
Born in the north of Greece, Athens has been my adoptive city since 15 years. After completing my degree in Archeology at the University of Thessaloniki in 1997, I found a way to combine both my passions for travel and Archeology thanks to the National Tourist Guide School that allowed me to work in excavations while guiding visitors in different parts of Greece. Meeting with new people and sharing with them my knowledge is a very fulfilling experience: every day is unique and filled with new discoveries. My favorite places in Greece include Athens, Delphi, Olympia, and Sounion, as well the Greek Islands. Beside archeological sites, I love guiding in Museums, especially the New Acropolis Museum in Athens. Today I can guide in greek, english, german and spanish. Follow me for a unforgettable guided tour in Athens and discover the secrets behind its historical sites. A personal detail: when I am not guiding, I love reading, another passion of mine.
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