Full Description
Athens half day tour begins with a panoramic drive around Syntagma square, passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Catholic Cathedral,and Schliemann’s House. You will then drive past the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Your licensed guide will explain more of Athens’s history old and new as you look at these stately buildings.
Continue for a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built out of white marble. Proceed, passing by Zappeion and Temple of Olympian Zeus.
Make your way to the archaeological site of Acropolis an UNESCO’S world heritage monument and visit Propylae the monumental entrance to the Acropolis which blends Doric and Ionic building principles, and the small temple Athena Nike, which stands on a protruding mass of rock, protecting the gate to the citade and of course the Parthenon, and Erechtheion with its porch of Maidens.
With this Acropolis half day tour you will enjoy one of the top UNESCO’S world heritage monuments.
Highlights
3-hour sightseeing tour of Athens, combining modern Athens with the city’s ancient sites
Expert archaelogist proffesional guide
See Parliament – Ex Royal Palace
Monument of the Uknown Soldier
Stop at the Panathenaic Stadium
Entrance to Acropolis
Inclusions
Transport by luxury bus
Professional and licensed English speaking guide
Liability insurance
All taxes
Exclusions
Entrance fees to Acropolis
Personal expenses
Additional Info
Meeting point:
Pick up from your hotel in Athens or a specified spot
Remarks:
The tour can be done in French and German language. For more information (special dates) please contact us
Weather will not affect the operation of the tour. However if canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking
This tour is implemented in cooperation with a local tour operator of Athens
If you are a small of group of 5 or more participants please ask for special departures dates that can be operated even in days not listed in the schedule.
