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of Athens Tour includes:
- Pick up from Piraeus Port or from your
hotel
- A full-day tour surveys the city's major sights;
explore the
Acropolis
on a walking tour; visit the
National Archeological Museum, and then stroll the
Plaka
- home to shops, boutiques, and jewelry
stores.
- By the end of the tour, drive back to Piraeus Port or
to your hotel.
Duration:
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WHAT YOU VISITAcropolis
- The Acropolis
dominates the Athenian landscape. Your guided walking tour begins with a walk up steep steps through the Propylaea, which extends
150-feet across the western face of the Acropolis. Adjacent to the
entrance stands the Temple of Athena |
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(or Wingless Victory). Beyond the Propylaea, on
the highest point of the Acropolis
, stands the Parthenon, which is
dedicated to the Virgin Athena, the white pentelic marble temple was built 447 - 437 B.C. Beyond the Parthenon, lies the
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. |
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National Archeological Museum
- This treasure trove of Greece, is filled with important archaeological finds from all over Greece. You will have
the opportunity to marvel at the perfection, presence and power of the bronze statue of Poseidon along with a plethora of gold items such as
the Mask of Agamemnon, the Greek Commander-in-Chief during the Trojan War. |
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PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Old Olympic Stadium
- Traffic and conditions permitting, a brief stop will be made at the marble stadium which was built to host the first
modern Olympic Games in 1896. During the 2004 Olympic Games, it was used for both for the finish of the marathon and Archery. |
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SHOPPING IN THE PLAKAThere will be approximately an hour of free
time to browse through Athens'
famous shopping district. The cobbled pedestrian lanes are lined with
shops, boutiques, souvenir stands, jewelry stores and flea market stalls
offering a wide variety of items or visit a local cafe or taverna to
sample authentic Greek cuisine. |
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LUNCH
A delicious lunch with wine will be served during your excursion. |
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WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAYBoard 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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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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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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