City Of Athens (Full Day Tour)
- Duration: 9 Hours (approx.)
- Product code: PJFLGA
- Pick-up service from your
hotel in or near the center of Athens OR your cruise terminal. - Transport by
air-conditioned luxury vehicle. - An English-speaking
professional driver with a good knowledge of history and culture of
Greece. - All taxes, road toll
fees, fuel charges and parking. - All Meals & Beverages.
- Admission Fees for the
Archaeological sites and museums. - Licensed official tour
guide (optional). - Gratuities (optional).
Discover with Greece Private Transfer the most important buildings and monuments of Athens and enjoy time traveling from
antiquity to today!
We start your tour
with a visit to the famous Acropolis,
the most important ancient site of Western civilization, a trademark of the
city and the number one attraction in Athens. Entering the archaeological site,
we see the complex of the Propylaea.
In front of the right wing is the small temple of Athena Nike. The gaze of all, however, is drawn by the Parthenon, a temple made almost
entirely of Pentelic marble, dedicated to Athena
Virgo, inside of which was its golden-ivory statue. Right across from the
Parthenon, on the north side of the Acropolis stands the Erechtheion, the temple of the famous Caryatians, where six marble daughters replace the columns. Exiting
the archaeological site on the right, there is a rock, the Arios Pagos, the seat of the most ancient court in Athens. Climb
the stairs and enjoy the city's view from above.
Our tour continues
for the arch of Andrianos and the columns of Olympus Zeus. The next stop
is the Panathinaikon (Kallimarmaro)
stadium were the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896, we continue
to Syntagma Square and the Hellenic Parliament where you can watch
the changing of the guards. The Presidential
Palace, a neoclassical three-storey building of the 19th century
with a simple and rigorous design, which houses the Presidency of the Hellenic
Republic and is the official residence of the President of the Hellenic
Republic in Athens,the Maximos Mansion
a neoclassical one-story building of the 19th century with a marble
Ionic peristyle, which houses the office of the Prime Minister of Greece, and
the Zappeion Mansion a neoclassical
building, Corinthian style of the 19th century which is in the National
Garden in the heart of Athens and it is used for meetings and ceremonies, both
official and private are the next destinations.
Time traveling to our city continues with a drive throw the central
Panepistimiou Avenue for a stop at the most interesting neoclassical buildings
of the 19th century such as the University
of Athens, the National Library,
the Catholic Cathedral of Agios Dionysios
Areopagitis and the Athens
City Hall in front of Kotzia Square. Our last destinations in the center of
Athens, for a breathtaking panoramic view of the city is the hill of Lycabettus and the church of Agios Georgios, where you will have the
opportunity to take photos of the amazing views.
Driving along the
scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, and the Athens
Riviera we will make a stop at the magnificent natural landscape of Vouliagmeni Lake(located just 25 km
from the city center), famous for its mineral waters and healing properties.
Continuing we arrive at the impressive Cape
Sounion(about 65 km from Athens), which is the ideal location to complete
your tour of Athens, a cliff with the Temple
of Poseidon, one of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens, which
is dedicated to the mythological God of the Sea, Poseidon how was the protector
of seafarers, and of many Hellenic cities and colonies. Enjoy the beautiful
landscape and panoramic view, and relish the breathtaking sunset! After your
visit the temple you will have time to take your pictures and stop for coffee
or refreshments by the site.
Enjoy with Greece Private Transfer the ultimate freedom of renting a luxury
vehicle with a personal driver and the chance to experience the city of Athens
perfectly rested!
Don't hesitate to contact us in order to plan your tour according to
your special preferences, interests and time frame.
PACKAGE DETAILS
Most archeological sites require uphill walking and include steps. We
recommend comfortable clothing and walking shoes, preferably
flat-soled. For protection from the heat and sun, we strongly
suggest you wear a hat, sun glasses and sunscreen.
Please note that due to strict Greek laws and regulations, your Tour Driver
is not licensed to accompany you inside the sites. Your Tour Driver will
provide commentary and basic information only inside the vehicle and only when
it is deemed safe to do so while driving. Please refrain from any distracting
behavior as your safety during the tour is our top priority.
Your Driver will drop you off as close to the sites as legally possible and
in accordance to Traffic laws.
If you wish to have a personal licensed Tour Guide, you may hire one at
extra cost.
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