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- Pick up from Piraeus Port or from your
hotel
- Few places in the world can claim the history and
culture that has influenced so many. This in depth
tour will
allow you an enhanced visit to the famed
sites in a smaller more intimate group - a full
comprehensive look both into the past and future
of
this remarkable city as well as participating in a
traditional "Yevma" - Greek lunch.
- By the end of the tour, drive back to Piraeus Port or
to your hotel.
Duration:
approx. 7 hours |
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Erechteion
- A temple honoring Athena and the sea god Poseidon. The graceful Porch of the Caryatids features columns of marble maidens supporting the roof of
the temple.
Acropolis Museum
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Ancient Agora - Located at the base of the Acropolis, this was once a sprawling
market and public meeting place.
Stoa of Attalus Museum - This small museum houses many of the artifacts from the Agora such as
vases, coins, sculptures and statues. Interestingly the Stoa began as a marble colonnaded arcade built by Attalus II |
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King of Pergamon and was reconstructed by the American Archaeological Society in the 1950's. |
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Thission Temple - Perched high on a hill the temple creates an impressive scene as it
overlooks the once thriving Agora below. The perfectly preserved Doric Temple was dedicated to the Gods Hephaestus and Athena and was later
converted to a Christian Chapel and remained so till only 150 years ago. |
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PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Temple of Olympian Zeus - Just behind Hadrian's Arch which separates Classical from Roman Athens, lie the
remains of the largest Temple of Antiquity. Dedicated to the King and father of the Gods, Zeus - it took a mammoth 700 years to complete. |
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YEVMA (GREEK LUNCH)A delicious Greek lunch with wine will be served after your visit of the Acropolis area. |
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WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Board your private vehicle for a short drive to the heart of Athens. Your narrated drive passes
a host of major sites, including Hadrian's Arch, the statue of Lord Byron, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Constitution Square, the former Royal
Palace, the National Gardens, the Academy and the University Library. |
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SPECIAL NOTES |
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Visiting
Acropolis
includes walking approximately 1 mile over uneven and cobblestone surfaces
with inclines and steps. Comfortable walking shoes, comfortable clothing,
a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent are recommended. Guests should watch
their step at all times in order to avoid injuries. |
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Temperatures can reach extreme highs during summer months; we recommend
that you drink a lot of water and use suitable sun protection. |
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The tour includes the professional licensed tour guide, all entrance fees, private air-conditioned transportation and VAT. |
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Rates are based on per person. |
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2 pax |
4 pax |
6 pax |
8 pax |
10 pax |
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219$ pp |
188$ pp |
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As the number of participant increases the certain amount of discount will be applied. |
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Please contact us for your group requests. |
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Lunch
is not included in the price. |
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If you book any tour in Athens together with any Ephesus tour, then you will have per person 5 % discount on your Ephesus tour. |
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In the
event of cancellation, written notice must be received by Meander Travel
at least three days before the arrival in order to receive the full refund. |
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In the event of no show, 100% cancellation fee will apply. |
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