• Entrance fees to the Archaeological sites and Museum (No waiting in line)
• Pick up / Drop off from Athens hotels
• Professional guide
• Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
• Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
• All taxes

Not included:

- Your international airfare
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

Take a deep dive into what makes Athens such a fascinating city by traversing a modern metropolis sprinkled with ancient sites and neoclassical buildings in every corner! In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel or nearby and begin our exploration of the center of Athens. Our first stop will be the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first modern Olympic Games and the only stadium in the world constructed entirely our of marble! We will take a short stop for pictures and your expert guide will introduce you to the history of Kallimarmaro (the stadium's Greek name, which translates to beautiful marble). We will hop back on the bus and drive through the city, passing by some of the most important sites in all of Athens.

Even though we will not take any more stops until we reach Acropolis, we will pass by the former Royale Palace which is now used as the Prime Minister's residence. Outside you will see the famous Evzones guards, dressed in traditional attire from the days of the Greek War of Independence in the early 19^th century. We will continue passing by the Temple of Olympian Zeus, of which a few colossal Doric columns still remain today. Close by we'll see Hadrian's Gate, a Roman triumphal arch located on the Northwest side of the Temple. Only a minute later we will find ourselves in Syntagma Square, the heart of Athens, with the neoclassical building of the Greek Parliament standing on its top and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier just below it.Further down the road we will see in quick succession the Academy of Athens, The University of Athens and the National Library, all exquisite pieces of neoclassical architecture.

It goes without saying that the centerpiece of a tour to Athens can be none other than a visit to the Acropolis, a world-famous symbol of democracy! It is there that we will explore architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Pericles, from the Propylaea, to the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and of course the Parthenon, a place where 'there is harmony between mater and spirit', a monument that 'restores order in the mind', as ancient Greeks used to say. Our last stop will be the modern Acropolis Museum, with nearly 4,000 exhibits of Hellenism housed inside, including the original Karyatides!

Departure approximately at 08:45 - Return approximately at 13:30

• Professional guide
• All taxes

Not included:

- The entrance fee (20,00 €) to the Acropolis
- The entrance fee (5,00 - 10,00 € depending on season) to the Acropolis Museum
- Your international airfare
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

This tour is a quintessential experience for anyone you wishes to take a guided walk through the heart of Athens. You will feel just like a local, strolling down Athenian alleys while being introduced to a plethora of monuments that have left an indelible mark on the city. We will meet near Syntagma, the main square of Athens, on top of which the House of the Greek Parliament stands. In front of it we will stop to see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers and the Evzones in their traditional uniform guarding it. We will continue our pleasant walk through the National Gardens and pass by Zappeion Hall, a palatial building constructed during the late 19^th century. Continuing South, we will walk by the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the nearby Hadrian's Gate, a triumphant arch build during the 2^nd century AD to commemorate the Roman Emperor.

We now find ourselves in the precipice of the area known as Plaka, arguably the most picturesque neighborhood of Athens. We will walk by quaint craft shops and neoclassical houses with the imposing look of Acropolis above us. Nearby we will see the Athenian Agora, the Observatories and the hills of Philipappos and Pnyx. In the street of Dionysiou Areopagitou we will pass by the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a Roman amphitheater which houses concerts and operas to this day. At the end of the tour, and since you are so close, do not miss the opportunity to visit on your own the Acropolis Museum.

Departure at approximately 09:45 from Amalia Hotel - Tour ends at approximately 13:00 at the Acropolis

• Entrance fees to the Archaeological sites
• Pick up / Drop off from the Athens hotels
• Professional guide
• Entrance fees
• Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
• Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
• All taxes

Not included:

- Your international airfare
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

After we pick you from selected locations around Athens, we will take the coastal road out of city, enjoying magnificent views of the Saronic Gulf along the way. Our destination is Sounion, the most Southern point of the Attican peninsula. There we will find the Temple of Poseidon, dedicated to the God of the Seas. The Temple was not only a place of worship but an important strategic location that was used as an observatory to warn Athenians of incoming invaders into the Saronic bay. Alongside the Acropolis and the Temple of Aphaia in Aegina, it formed a triangle of observation that kept ancient Athenians safe and solidified the naval prowess of both Athens and Aegina. The Temple also features prominently in various stories of Greek mythology, with perhaps the most well-known being the tragic death of Aegeus, father of Theseus, who threw himself into the sea once he saw his son's ship approach with a black sail on its mast, wrongfully indicating that Theseus had been killed.

We will take a tour of the grounds around the Temple, learn about its rich history, marvel at the stunning views offered by the vantage point and even see the spot in which Lord Byron carved his name in the early 19^th century, before returning to Athens via the same route.

• Visit to Hydra for approximately 2 hours
• Visit to Poros island for approximately 45 minutes
• Visit to Aegina island for approximately 2 hours
• Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
• Lunch on board
• All taxes

Not included:

- Optional excursions
- Your international airfare
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

Departure is at approximately 08.00 a.m. heading to the three beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf. After departure, our guide and the hostesses will ask you to assemble in one of the main lounges of the ship to get acquainted and give you all the information concerning the ship, the program of the cruise and the islands. The order of the island visits may be changed with no prior notice.

• Hydra (apprx. 2 hours)
  The favorite island of the jet set, whose old traditional stone houses and mansions have over the years housed the enfant gâté of the art world. The narrow stone-paved streets await for you to explore them on foot or by saddled donkey, as the island belongs to a niche group of places that do not allow motorized vehicles. Captivating walks along the old seaside promenade crystal clear waters and radiant fine craft shops create an incredible amalgamation of two different worlds!
• Poros (apprx. 1 hour)
  Although it is the smallest of the three islands we will visit, its narrow strait offering a most enchanting view of the town of Poros, is a site to behold. The island is extremely close to Peloponnese, with a 200m (650ft) strip of water separating it from the mainland. That gives Poros a unique coastline, as a big part of it is almost lagoon-like.
• Aegina (apprx. 2 hours)
  During ancient times it was a rival of Athens, the great sea power of the era. As such, the island is, to this day, full of archaeological sites and historical points of interest. Apart from its harbor, there are optional organized tours by air conditioned busses visiting the Temple of Aphaia (archeological site) or the Church of Saint Nektarios, whose relics are on display. These tours are optional and are sold on board the ship. On our way back to Marina Flisvos, a traditional Greek folk show with singers and dancers will entertain you up to the final moment as the ship arrives at Marina Flisvos.

Optional excursions (can be booked on board):

• Classical tour (Aegina) :
  Start your classical tour with a Guided Bus Tour of the island, starting with a visit to the Temple of Aphaia which is the best preserved temple in Greece and one of the 3 temples forming the famous “Sacred Triangle” of Greek antiquity. Built on top of a pine tree covered hill, it offers the most magnificent view over the island, the Saronic Gulf, Piraeus and Salamina Island. Our guide will tell you the fascinating story of the intriguing history of this beautiful temple and then from there we make a small stop for photographs to the Church of Saint Nektarios, where you can admire its beautiful Byzantine architecture. On our way back to Aegina Port you will have the time to relax and appreciate the exquisite peaceful nature of the island.

• Panoramic tour (Aegina): Drive across the entire island (without visiting the archaeological site) admiring the beauty of its nature, the famous Aegina pistachio groves, the island’s medieval capital of Paleohora and the Saint Nektarios Monastery. Final stop is at a local taverna at the port to enjoy some meze and tsipouro.
  
  
• Swimming excursion (Aegina): Enjoy a soft drink while we transfer you by our company’s speedboat to the coast of Moni, 7 minutes away from the port, to a private organized beach with umbrellas which is ideal not only for swimming but also for enjoying the natural beauty and landscape filled with pine trees. You can swim in the crystal clear blue waters and enjoy the sandy beach next to peacocks and if you are lucky you can see the deer enjoying the landscape as well.

Operated by Platinum Cruises

• Entrance fees to the Archaeological Sites
• Professional guide
• Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
• Pick up / drop off service from most of the hotels in Athens
• All taxes

Not included:

- Your international airfare
- Personal expenses, beverages at lunch and / or dinner
- Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

You will be picked up from select spots near Athens and take the picturesque route along the coast with a view to the Saronic Gulf, heading South to cross the iconic Corinth Canal. Even though the idea of its construction has been in existence since the days of Ancient Greece, it was only created during the late 19^th century. We will take a short stop for pictures before proceeding to the site of Ancient Corinth, where the remains of the Temple of Apollo, the Agora and the Ancient Theater are just some of the sites worth visiting. The city itself is not without spiritual magnitude as Apostle Paul preached there and subsequently authored his famous Epistles to Corinthians.

Departure approximately at 08:45 - Return approximately at 14:00