Inspirational Athens has been a bright light on the short break scene for many years. This 4-day trip to Athens invites you to discover the local side of Athens through unique guided tours, off-the-beaten-path restaurants and local markets!
This culinary and historical city break features authentic hidden treasures in Athens to discover all the highlights at your own pace, taste authentic Greek cuisine and experience the city vibes. As well as exploring the main monuments such as the Acropolis, you'll taste street food, feel the energy of Herodion theatre and stroll the picturesque alleys of Plaka.Inspirational Athens has been a bright light on the short break scene for many years. This 4-day trip to Athens invites you to discover the local side of Athens through unique guided tours, off-the-beaten-path restaurants and local markets!
This culinary and historical city break features authentic hidden treasures in Athens to discover all the highlights at your own pace, taste authentic Greek cuisine and experience the city vibes. As well as exploring the main monuments such as the Acropolis, you'll taste street food, feel the energy of Herodion theatre and stroll the picturesque alleys of Plaka.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Day
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On arrival, your trip to Athens begins with detailed information about all art and music events taking place in Athens during your stay, also a list of non-tourist restaurants for the best taste of Athens. If you would like to, in the evening, your driver can pick you up and take you to a special restaurant for your first taste of Greek cuisine and Greek seafood dishes.
Accommodation
Arethusa Hotel★3 star
Activities
AthensOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens International Airport to Athens
Destinations
Athens
Day 2
Your Trip to Athens Begins with Ancient History
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The best way to see Athens is a walking tour and today, you'l be accompanied by a local designer guide to discover the best of Athens. You can feel the vibes, explore every sense and meet the locals! You’ll start the day by walking to the Acropolis Hill where you’ll enjoy a guided tour to Parthenon, the Erectheion and the surrounding monuments. Afterwards, the rest of your day will be free to spend as you wish.
Accommodation
Arethusa Hotel★3 star
Activities
Athens Walking City Tour
Acropolis Museum
Panathenaic StadiumOptional Activity
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Athens Central Market
Athens NightlifeOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
Day 3
A Taste of Athens
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Get ready to bite into a sweet, cream-filled, crunchy filo layered pie called 'bougatsa', fork into perfectly fried doughnut balls drenched in honey called 'loukoumades', and savour a satisfying meld of flavours from warm pita bread filled with seasoned grilled meat, fresh veggies and a traditional sauce called 'gyros'. In between, you’ll taste feta cheese, Greek olives and sip Greek wines. This will be a day to discover the taste of Greece!
Accommodation
Arethusa Hotel★3 star
Activities
A Taste of Athens
Athens Central MarketOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
Day 4
Depart Athens
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Athens is still so much more than all these ancient treasures. If you pick the right time of year for your Athens short break or weekend break, you can take a tram or taxi to the beach and enjoy the full benefit of mild early spring or late autumn weather to help you really relax at the end of your trip. When you are ready, your local designer will collect you and take you to the airport.
Activities
AthensOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens to Athens International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
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What’s included?
3 nights accommodation
5 activities
3 breakfasts
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 2,171/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Greece in 4 days
3-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
