Step back in time as you discover the ancient wonders of Athens and Delphi on this 4-day tour. Visit several temples, sanctuaries and famous sites such as Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaea and Parthenon, the Theatre of Dionysus, Temple of Apollo and many more! This journey is especially perfect before catching a cruise from Athens to explore the islands of the Aegean sea. .
DAY 1 Athens
Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in start your discovery of the ancient and absorbing capital of Greece. Wander the streets of the Plaka district with its wonderful array of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
Stay at Hotel Plaka (3 star) or Ava Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: None
DAY 2 Athens
After breakfast, step back in time as you discover the ancient wonders of Athens on a city tour of Greece's historic capital. First, visit the Parliament in Syntagma Square and see the Monument of the Unknown Soldier and the change of the famous Guards. Then, take a pleasant walk through the National Garden, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Hadrian's Arch. Here, you'll enter the Plaka area in the direction of the Acropolis followed by a visit to the Temple of Athena Nike, as well as the Propylaea and Parthenon.
See also the surrounding the Athenian Agora, the Observatory, the Hill of Democracy (Pnyx), Mars and Philoppapos Hill, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the Theatre of Dionysus. At the end of the tour, don't miss a visit on your own to the New Acropolis Museum. Afterwards, enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Stay at Hotel Plaka (3 star) or Ava Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Athens - Delphi - Athens
This morning depart from Athens to Delphi via Thebes, Levadia, and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Upon arrival, join your guide to stroll around this historical city and visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo, and the Museum where you'll see such masterpieces of Ancient Greek sculpture as the bronze Charioteer and the famous athlete Aghias. Then, return to Athens by the same route. Overnight at your hotel.
Stay at Hotel Plaka (3 star) or Ava Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Athens
After breakfast this morning, enjoy time at leisure before joining your cruise.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusions: Entrance fee in Acropolis, Gratuities, tourism tax and optional excursions – to be paid locally