Athens and its coast full day tour
Acropolis, Temple of Poseidon and panoramic tour
- WITH
- Elena | about the guide
Learn about fascinating Greek history and mythology on this private day tour in Athens' best sites and its surroundings. Your private guide will take you first to the Acropolis hill where you will see ancient monuments witnessing the Ancient Greece civilization, such as the Parthenon, most glorious accomplishment built in 447 BC in honor of the goddess Athena, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Propylaea gateway. From the top of the Acropolis, you will see the Ancient Agora (birthplace of democracy in Greece), the Temple of Hephaestus and the Theatre of Herodes Atticus. Leaving the Acropolis, you will board on a comfortable minivan with your chauffeur guide who will drive you across the city center for a panoramic tour of the most important highlights such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Panathenaic Stadium (where the first Olympic Games were held in 1896), the Arch of Hadrian, and the Old University and Library, most beautiful neoclassical buildings in Athens. Afterwards, you will enjoy a lunch in one of the traditional greek restaurants in the Old Athens, before hoping back on your private vehicle for a car ride going to Cap Sounion. On your way, you will enjoy the most breathtaking coastal views and have time for plentiful pictures opportunities. Once in Cape Sounion, you will head to the Greek Temple of Poseidon (the god of the sea), a famous archeological site whose remains are perched atop a headland surrounded by three seas. As you visit the temple, your expert guide will tell you about its history, as well as the different greek islands that played an important role in the greek life and culture. Please note: this itinerary can be adapted to suit your needs and interests.
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Athens
Greece -
1 day
DURATION -
8
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Syntagma Square, Ancient Agora, Temple of Hephaestus, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Propylaea gateway, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, Athens day tour, Athens walking tour, Ancient Greece tour, Athens panoramic tour, Athens sightseeing tour, Cap Sounion, Arch of Hadrian, Temple of Poseidon
- transport :
- Private Minivan
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Light
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- yes
- Kid friendly :
- The children are welcome
- LANGUAGES:
- Anglais/English (Bilingual), Italien/Italian (fluent)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 8
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Service of a professional private guide for 8 hours - Private transportation - Entrance fees for the Acropolis
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch - Personal expenses
ITINERARY
You will meet your guide directly at your hotel in the center of Athens. From there, you will take a stroll up to the Acropolis hill where you will discover the archeological remains of the impressive Parthenon as well as the Temple of Athena Nike and the Propylaea gateway. Don't miss the stunning views over the Ancient Agora, the Theatre of Herodes Atticus, and the Temple of Hephaestus. Your tour will continue in a comfortable vehicle driving you across Athens' most beloved landmarks including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Omonia Square, the Panathenaic Stadium as well as the Old University and Library. You will then taste the delicious greek gastronomy during a lunch in the old town before driving 69 km (43 miles) to Cape Sounion where you will visit the Temple of Poseidon and enjoy the stunning views of the coast. Your guide will drive you back to Athens at the end of the day.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Your hotel in the center of Athens
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Your hotel in the center of Athens
about
your guide
Elena
Athens
- languages :
- Anglais/English, Italien/Italian
Born and raised in Athens, I have always been passionate about the Ancient Greek civilization and mythology. As a child, travelling to different archeological sites with my parents turned my passion into a obvious vocation. Graduated in Archaeology and Art History from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens, I also attended the ”Tour Guides’ School of Athens” where I got my guiding license, doubled with a certificate for Translations of Literature and Humanistic Studies from EKEMEL (National Centre of Literature Translation), enabling me to guide in Greek, English and Italian. After guiding in different parts of Greece (Olympia, ancient Messene, Methoni, Koroni, Pylos, Mani), I decided to go back to my beautiful city of Athens to show its treasures to visitors coming from all around the world. Sharing my knowledge with people and immersing them in the true atmosphere of Athens is what makes my job so interesting. Athens is not only an old city living in the past. It is also a vibrant and modern capital where history and traditions blend harmoniously with contemporary innovations. If my favorite theme remains archeology, I enjoy talking as well about everything related to the Greek culture - from gastronomy to economy and everyday life. I also love meeting with children and adapting my tours to their needs using stories and games; it is truly fascinating to discover the city through their eyes.
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