Private Tour to Athens and to the “Sacred Rock”

Itinerary/description

This private tour can be customized as a shore excursion

Private pick up: 07:30 (time can change upon request)
Duration : 4 hours
Cost : From 195€

Acropolis (duration 90′ – 120′)

The Acropolis of Athens or known as well as the “Sacred Rock” is the greatest heritage bequeathed by the Greek Antiquity to the world. In the second half of the fifth century BC, Athens celebrates the significant victory over the Persians and establishes democracy,achieving a leading position amongst the other city-states of the ancient world. In the years that follow, art and thought flourish and the ambitious Athenian statesman Pericles coordinates a unique group of artists to transform the rocky hill into the exceptional monument. The Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion and the temple of Athena Nike are the greatest monuments built on it during that time.

Sightseeing (duration 90′ – 120′)

Parliament – Academy of Athens – University of Athens – Library of Athens – Plaka – Temple of Zeus – Panathenaic stadium – Lycabettus hill

General Information about Athens

Athens, named after goddess of wisdom, Athena, is the largest city of Greece and capital since 1834. Athens is widely referred to as the cradle of western civilization and the birthplace of democracy. The Acropolis of Athens or “Sacred Rock” constitutes the trademark of the city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Athens is hosting several museums, monuments and cultural institutions, as a result of being one of the world’s oldest cities . It was also the host city of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 and also in 2004. Combining the old with the modern, Athens has been charming visitors from all over the world.

Suggestions

Time extension

Let us know if you desire to extend your tour Athens 8hours from 270€

Cultural center of Stavros Niarchos

This modern multifunctional complex for arts and recreation of 210,000 square metres was completed in 2016 and hosts the National Library of Greece, the Greek National Opera and many temporary exhibitions and cultural events.