Hike and Bike Athens ~ 3 Days
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Athens is the oldest city in Europe and the city with the longest history! Strolling through Athens, you will be thrilled to discover this rich history as Ancient, Roman, Byzantine and modern monuments abound. Pedestrian walkways lead you through green parks connecting major sites like the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum and the Pnyx Theater, which is considered the birthplace of democracy. Enjoy this trip into the course of history.
Itinerary - click for more
Day 1 Arrival in Athens
Meet taxi driver and transfer to hotel in Athens. Explore the ancient city center and enjoy your first evening in the Plaka area. Accommodation in Athens- Hotel Jason Inn
Day 2 Walk & Dine in Athens
Athens Walk & Dine tour, self guided. Duration of the tour is about 7 hours in total. The tour starts on Syntagma square. First you meet the Evzones on Syntagma, then you walk through the National Gardens to the Olympic Stadium ‘Kalimarmaro’ where you may follow the audio-tour including a visit to the well-hidden catacombs. Then along the temple of Zeus to the rooftop restaurant of an excellent hotel for a cold starter whilst enjoying views on the Acropolis and the temple of Zeus. Continue along the Dionysos theater and the Acropolis museum and ascend the sacred rock of the Acropolis. Descend into Plaka for our hot starters in a typical traditional Greek tavern. Along the Roman and Greek Agora you walk through the oldest parts of the city to the restaurant in Thission for your main dish in an excellent restaurant with show kitchen. For your desert you have to walk the final short stretch of this interesting trip and come along the Kerameikos to the restored gas factory where you will enjoy your desert. In this area you will find lots of trendy bars and cafes in case you still have energy to continue the day. Your hotel is within walking distance of the last restaurant. Accommodation in Athens- Hotel Jason Inn
Day 3 End of program
Your trip to Athens comes to an end today after breakfast. Departure to the airport or to another destination in Greece.
Overview
| Day | Program | Duration | Accomodation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival at Athens Airport | - | Athens |
| 2 | City walk Athens | Half day | Athens |
| 3 | End of program | - |
Included
Not Included
Practical Information
| Group Size: | Minimum 1 person |
| Trip Grade: | Suitable for everybody |
| Activity characteristics: | The walks follow wide unsurfaced tracks, cobbled roads, footpaths and tarmac roads. |
| Best arrival & departure airports: | Athens |
| Best arrival & departure ports: | Athens |
| Booking Season: | Starting on any day of the week, year round. |
Prices p.p. 2019 in CAD
| Room | 01/01-30/03 | 31/03-31/10 |
|---|---|---|
| Solo (traveling alone) | $523 | $660 |
| Single room (traveling with 3) | $394 | $523 |
| In shared twin or double room | $343 | $412 |
| In shared twin or double room (traveling with 3) | $317 | $377 |
| In triple room | $300 | $237 |
Price per person in CAD Dollars. Price indicative of Euro Exchange, CAD $ subject to change.
Rates based on hotel availability. High season surcharges may apply.
To book, contact one of our agents, call toll free: 1-800-661-2221 OR click to email.