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For travellers seeking an exciting day in Athens should join this half day tour from the Acropolis to Faliro through the new bicycle lane. We will visit the legendary battle ship "Averof" built 100 years ago. We also get a look at the Faliro gulf and have plenty of time to swim at a sandy beach. For travellers seeking an exciting day in Athens should join this half day tour from the Acropolis to Faliro through the new bicycle lane. We will visit the legendary battle ship "Averof" built 100 years ago. We also get a look at the Faliro gulf and have plenty of time to swim at a sandy beach. Faliro was the first port of Athens, prior Piraeus. From there the glistening Acropolis looked like a lighthouse. There used to be the first organised beach for the Athenians since 1890. We plan some relaxing time at a beach bar. Included: Electric bike rental Cycling helmet Tour guiding Bike headset (exclusive at solebike) Narration in English Experienced tour leader Water bottle 500ml Entrance fee at Naval Museum Duration: 5 hours. Start/opening time: Morning tour: All year except from June, July and August at 10am. Afternoon tour: Only on June, July and August at 7pm. End/closing time: Morning tour - 3pm. Afternoon tour – 12am. Languages: English. Others: Please bring: Comfortable clothes for mild activity, shoes safe for cycling (avoid high heels and slippers), on hot summer days use sunscreen and sun glasses, beach towel and bathing suit, accepted printed voucher or mobile proof.

Skip the long lines and enjoy fast access to the most important museums, galleries and shows of Athens. Visit the Unesco World Heritage site of Acropolis and the breathtaking Panathenaic stadium.Explore the city with our get on get off bus and enjoy priority entry to Acropolis museum; discover Benaki museum of Islamic Art and Benaki museum of Greek culture, enjoy a unique traditional performance at Dora Stratou dance theatre and admire more than 4000 pieces of jewellery and decorative objects at Ilias Lalaounis jewelry museum. A unique way to immerse yourself into the Greek history and culture!Below is the full list: Acropolis (visit also Parthenon, Erechtheion, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Areopagus, Theater of Dionysus), Acropolis Museum, Panathenaic Stadium, Athens War museum, Museum of Cycladic Art, Frissiras Contemporary Painting Museum, Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, Hellenic Motor Museum, Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum, Museum of Greek culture / Benaki, Museum of Islamic Art / Benaki, The Ghika Gallery /Benaki, Toy Museum / Benaki, Dora Stratou Traditional Dance Theatre, Get-on Get-off Bus Tour (Valid for 48 hours - All lines)

Skip the long lines and enjoy fast access to the most important museums, galleries and shows of Athens. - Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Acropolis and the breathtaking Panathenaic stadium - Explore the city with our get-on get-off bus and enjoy priority entry to Acropolis museum - Discover Benaki museum of Islamic Art and Benaki museum of Greek culture - Enjoy a unique traditional performance at Dora Stratou dance theatre - Admire more than 4000 pieces of jewellery and decorative objects at Ilias Lalaounis jewelry museum A unique way to immerse yourself into the Greek history and culture! Below is the full list: • Acropolis (visit also Parthenon, Erechtheion, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Areopagus, Theater of Dionysus) • Acropolis Museum • Panathenaic Stadium • Athens War museum • Museum of Cycladic Art • Frissiras Contemporary Painting Museum • Museum of Ancient Greek Technology • Hellenic Motor Museum • Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum • Museum of Greek culture/ Benaki • Museum of Islamic Art/ Benaki • The Ghika Gallery/ Benaki • Toy Museum/ Benaki • Dora Stratou Traditional Dance Theatre • Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour (Valid for 48 hours - All lines)

Discover the greatest landmarks of Athens and their surrounding myths, and visit all the Athenian Landmarks on an eye-opening walking tour Highlights - Explore all the major landmarks of ancient Athens in 4 hours - Learn about Greek Gods and Heroes and discover what really hides behind the universal myths - Understand the Ancient Greek society and what made Athens one of the greatest cities of the world and a beacon of civilisation - Enjoy spectacular views and discover hidden ancient corners If there’s one landmark you should visit in Athens, it’s the Acropolis. But why not do it in an original and fun way, by discovering the myths surrounding the major monuments of the Ancient City? From the birth of the glorious city, through its Golden Age all the way to its downfall to the Spartan armies, this unconventional city tour will reveal the wonderful stories of Greek mythology, but also their true meaning and the historical facts behind them. You will visit all the most emblematic sites of Ancient Athens, but also less known ones, rarely visited by tourists, yet which hide marvellous treasures. Enjoy an incredible and unique mythological tour, suitable for all ages, that will help you understand how Athens became the mythical city we know today. Languages English and French

Join our guided half day tour to Cape Sounion and experience a breathtaking sunset at the unique temple of Poseidon, the God of the Seas in ancient times. Our tour starts with a wonderful drive along the Athens Rivera. During this relaxing ride with your luxury air conditioned bus you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs, including the Hellinikon Olympic complex, Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza. Arriving at the Cape Sounion, you will visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with its magnificent panoramic view of the Aegean Sea (on a clear day you can see at least seven islands). One of its columns has a graffiti left by none other than lord Byron in the early 1800s. Cape Sounion has long played an important part in Greek mythology and history, and the first recorded mention of it occurs in the Odyssey, as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek navy. As god of the sea, Poseidon was very important for ancient Greeks, and the scale of the Temple at Cape Sounion reflects that. After visiting the Temple, filled from the beauty, the history and the culture of this site we will wait to admire one of the most amazing sunsets you could ever imagine. And when the sun begins to slowly touch the sea it is the perfect moment for a glass of wine, before returning back to your hotel.

Visit the places where Theater, Arts and Democracy were born with a fun and easy Segway ride. Learn more about the city of Gods and mythical heroes, as you will be visiting the Hill of the God of War, Mars, and the Temple of the God of Fire, Hephaestus, while you will be seeing the Stoa of Attalos, where the ancient philosophers of Athens used to give lectures and the Theaters of Herodes Atticus and Dionysus, where all the major tragedies and dramas of the past were first performed. And of course, don’t miss out on the opportunity to discover the streets of the picturesque neighborhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki on the footsteps of the Acropolis, where the heart of Athens beats. The tour includes visits to the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Hill of Mars next to the Acropolis Rock, the Hill of Pnyka with the ancient parliament, the area of Thisseion, the ancient Cemetery of Kerameikos, the Flea Market of Athens, Monastiraki Square, the old town of Plaka, the Ancient Agora and the Roman Market. Language English Others Tour does not enter any archeological site. Segway safety briefing included.

Explore ancient and modern Athens in an easy and fun segway tour that allows you visit the most important sites of the city, followed by a pleasant ride inside the National Garden of Athens. The unique National Garden Tour is the perfect way to explore that part of the city where Antiquity meets the Modern Times. From the Temple of Zeus, the biggest ancient temple of the city, where the lighting of the Winter Olympic Flame takes place, to the first modern Olympic Stadium, the Kallimarmaron – “The beautifully marbled stadium”. Visit the landmarks of the city like Hadrian’s Arch, the gate to the city of Athens, as well as the Neoclassical jewels of the city, like the Zappeion Megaron, the first modern Olympic Village. Learn more about the political life of Greece with visits to the Presidential Mansion, once the Crown Prince’s Palace and the building of the Hellenic Parliament, the former royal palace of Greece, where you can also watch the ceremonial change of the Presidential Guards’ shift. And of course, don’t miss out on all the fun riding inside the National – once royal – Garden of Athens, one of the biggest and most spectacular parks in Europe. The tour includes visits to the Temple of Ζeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Zappeion Mansion, the Panathinaikon Olympic Stadium, the Presidential Mansion, the Parliament's House, the National Gardens and the Roman Baths. Language English Others Tour does not enter any archeological site Segway safety briefing included

This entertaining evening will start with a pick up from your hotel, where we you will drive you to the Plaka area. We take a brief walk through Plaka, the oldest part of Athens under the Acropolis. We reach a traditional place (Rigas or Kalokairinos Restaurants). Both venues combines Greek cuisine and entertainment and our ensemble of folk dancers will perform the most popular Greek dances while you try delicious Greek food, with 3-Course Meal and wine, a night with a full and amazing experience, not to be missed! Languages English Others Please be advised that if the tavern is not opened on the day of the tour, you will be offered an alternative tavern.

Join us for the mythology walking tour of Athens and discover the Greek myths that dress up the glorious city. From the notoriously unfaithful Zeus to Dionysus birth tale, Greek mythology is full of drama and plot twists. Get the chance to visit the Acropolis and the Ancient Agora of Athens & discover the places that reveal dramatic tales while getting to the core of the myths that unfold timeless universal truths. This is an ideal experience for first-time visitors and also a very engaging tour for families! Join us for the mythology walking tour of Athens and discover the Greek myths that dress up the glorious city. From the notoriously unfaithful Zeus to Dionysus birth tale, Greek mythology is full of drama and plot twists. Get the chance to visit the Acropolis and the Ancient Agora of Athens & discover the places that reveal dramatic tales while getting to the core of the myths that unfold timeless universal truths. This is an ideal experience for first-time visitors and also a very engaging tour for families! Meeting/pick-up point: Entrance of Acropolis Metro Station – Makrygianni Street. Guide will be holding a sign with client’s name. Duration: 4 hours. Start/opening time: At 10am. Not included: Tickets and entrance fees. Languages: English.

Tatoi Royal Estate located 27 km from the city center of Athens (30 minutes’ drive) was once the summer retreat of King George and Queen Olga, before being converted to the royal family’s permanent residence in 1948. In years past, Tatoi was one of the most magical areas in Greece. Its dense forests were home to red deer, roe deer, wild boars and other smaller animals. The estate was also home to vineyards, vegetable gardens, large expanses of citrus trees and extensive olive groves. Tatoi Royal Estate located 27 km from the city center of Athens (30 minutes’ drive) was once the summer retreat of King George and Queen Olga, before being converted to the royal family’s permanent residence in 1948. In years past, Tatoi was one of the most magical areas in Greece. Its dense forests were home to red deer, roe deer, wild boars and other smaller animals. The estate was also home to vineyards, vegetable gardens, large expanses of citrus trees and extensive olive groves. The estate’s structures included stables for the horses and other animals, a winery, an oil mill. The palace building was an elegant two-storey building with charming terraces and a tiled roof that was once adorned by an ornate cornice. Nowadays although abandoned the area is still beautiful. Dense forests overgrown with Aleppo pine trees, tall cypresses, poplars, plane trees, beech trees, Greek strawberry trees, olive trees, and citrus trees among others adorn the Tatoi estate, which is currently protected by the Natura 2000 network as an area of outstanding natural beauty. During our tour we will bike along the beautiful landscape and pass through the palace, the stables, wine cellars and royal cemetery. Meeting/pick-up point: At the hotel in Athens. Duration: Biking: 2-3 hours / Total: 5-6 hours. Start/opening time: Between 9am and 9:30am. Languages: English. Included: Mountain Bikes with helmets and Picnic lunch.

Mt. Parnitha is the closest mountain to Athens, and the only National Park in Europe so close to a capital (40km). The National Park of Parnitha hides many secrets that few people know. So close to the city of Athens, find refuge 42 mammals among them deers, foxes and many kinds of birds. Mt. Parnitha is the closest mountain to Athens, and the only National Park in Europe so close to a capital (40km). The National Park of Parnitha hides many secrets that few people know. So close to the city of Athens, find refuge 42 mammals among them deers, foxes and many kinds of birds. There are numerous hiking trails in the mountain of varied difficulty that are suitable for every hiker. If you are visiting Athens, don't miss out this wonderful outdoors opportunity. Choose one of the three routes described below and discover the hidden side of Athens! Route A (Bafi Refuge – Mola – Bafi Refuge): 6Km – 3,7 Miles. Elevation : 100m – 328 ft. Hiking duration: 3 hours. This is an easy route, ideal for families. The hike begins from Bafi Refuge and most of it, is in the dense fir forest. We will pass by the springs of Koromilia and Mesiano Nero until we reach the plateau of Mola. After we rest and possibly encounter some red deer, we will return through the same path but with a different view point to Bafi Refuge. Route B (Bafi Refuge – Skipiza – Bafi Refuge): 5,5km – 3,4 Miles. Elevation : 100m – 328 ft. Hiking duration: 3.5 – 4 hours. This is a loop route starting and ending to Bafi refuge. The path is in a dense fir forest along with cedars and black pine trees. It is one of the most beautiful routes of the mountain during which we will also visit the fire guardhouse and reach the famous Skipiza spring. Route C (Bafi Refuge – Koromilia– Mola Bafi Refuge): 7,5km – 4,6 Miles. Elevation : 200m – 656 ft. Hiking duration: 4.5 hours. The hike begins from Bafi Refuge and most of it is in the dense fir forest. We will pass by the springs of Koromilia and Mesiano Nero until we reach the plateau of Mola. After we rest and possibly encounter some red deer we will enter another path until we reach the spring of Koromilia in a densely vegetated path in the heart of Mt.Parnitha national park and at an altitude above 100 meters. Meeting/pick-up point: Hotel pick-up. Duration: Route A: 6 hours. Route B: 7 hours. Route C: 8 hours (the duration of each route includes transfer time). Start/opening time: At 9:30am. Languages: English. Others: We recommend you to bring hiking shoes or sneakers, backpack with bottled water, comfortable clothes, a long sleeved t-shirt, sun block, sunglasses and a hat.

Contemplate Athens’ main attractions under the splendour of morning light. Highlights - See the beauty in Ancient Greece´s ruins - Explore the Acropolis, that towers over the city below - Visit Athens´ must see attractions such as the Parthenon and the Arch of Hadrian to name but a few There is nothing more remarkable than a sunrise. Especially in Athens. It is in the morning, when the Greek god Helios drives his Sun Chariot into the sky, it is the part of day which most enhances the beauty of Greece’s landmarks and it is when you take a tour through the city’s incredible history, where you can appreciate today with thanks to its rich architectural legacy. Begin your discovery with a visit to the old plateau of the Acropolis, where the ancient remains of the outstanding Parthenon can be seen standing alongside other manifold symbols of the graceful classical Greek era. Yet Athens’ claim to fame doesn’t lie solely in the past; it often overlaps with the present. You will get to know the colossal Panathenaic, the stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896, built upon the skeleton of an ancient Greek stadium. You will also visit the Greek Parliament in the renowned Syntagma Square and Athens’ vary own Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, solemn and haunting in its silence. You wont be disappointed at the Arch of Hadrian or other interesting sites such as the lush Zappeion gardens, the magnificent Royal Palace and, of course, the famous Academy, named after the Academy founded in the distant past by the philosopher Plato.

If you are interested in religious tours, this tour is the perfect choice for you. You will have the opportunity to discover two must-see sights on this memorable half day trip from Athens. Enjoy also a photo stop at Corinth Canal before visiting the Ancient Corinth & Daphni’s Monastery with its 11th-century Byzantine mosaics. After your morning pick up from your central located hotel, begin from our terminal with a scenic drive to Corinth via Iera Odos (the Sacred Way). It was so called because it was the route taken by a procession celebrating the Eleusinian Mysteries, were initiations held every year for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis in ancient Greece. Along the way, stop at the Monastery of Daphni, a 11th-century Byzantine monastery listed as a World Heritage site together with Monasteries Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios. The interior of the church is decorated with superb mosaics, a unique, fine example of the Classical idealism of Middle Byzantine art. The crowded scenes of the mosaics narrate scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin. Continue your drive along the coastal road and reach the Corinth canal, which merges the Aegean with the Ionian Sea (short stop for photos of the breathtaking view). Shortly thereafter, reach the ancient town of Corinth, where St. Paul lived and preached for two years (Acts 18:1-18). Visit the ruins of the ancient city where Paul worked with Aquila and Priscilla, see the remains of the first century shops, the Agora where Paul’s trial by Gallio took place, the Fountain of Peirene, and one of the most outstanding monuments of pre –Roman period, the temple of Apollo. Afterward, return back to Athens, ending your tour with a central hotel drop-off.

Thinking of Athens nightlife, you most likely bring to mind images of the popular buzzing and vibrant Greek night entertainment. We know how to have fun and we invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening with fairy-tale wanderings around the most iconic neighborhoods of Athens and delicious tasting experiences of Greek ‘Mezedes’. A perfect way to start or end a perfect night in Athens! Thinking of Athens nightlife, you most likely bring to mind images of the popular buzzing and vibrant Greek night entertainment. We know how to have fun and we invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening with fairy-tale wanderings around the most iconic neighborhoods of Athens and delicious tasting experiences of Greek ‘Mezedes’. A perfect way to start or end a perfect night in Athens! Highlights: ● An enthralling night walk in the most enchanting areas of the city: Syntagma, Plaka, Monastiraki & Psirri area. ● A local expert guide who will help you discover the most fascinating spots & sites during your walk & answer to all of your questions about the city life. ● A hearty plate of mezedes (savory Greek appetizers) served with house wine or raki. ● The chance to explore Athens by night in a traditional place with the company of warmhearted local people. ● Romantic experience, perfect for couples Meeting/pick-up point: In front of the fountain at Syntagma Square. Guide will be holding a sign with client’s name. Duration: 4.5 hours. Start/opening time: At 7:30pm. Languages: English. Others: Inclusions: Light dinner with Mezedes and one drink

Be enchanted by nearly 4,000 years of history when you come along for an afternoon exploring timeless Athens. From the modern day Parliament to the ancient Acropolis, our friendly local guide will bring this remarkable city to life with amusing anecdotes and fun facts. Observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Dive into the heart of the hustle and bustle of crowded Syntagma Square to see the blue and white Greek flags fluttering from the Houses of Parliament. Here the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is guarded by the strapping Evzones, ceremonial soldiers whose flamboyant white shirts and pom-pom shoes make them icons of national identity. Take in the National Library with its sweeping steps and marble pillars and the heavily-guarded Presidential Palace on Herod Atticus Street. Visit also Hadrian’s Arch, a Roman triumphal gateway, and the colossal columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Then stand in the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. What tour of Athens would be complete without a trip to the Acropolis, the Unesco World Heritage site that crowns the city? We’ll ascend through shady gardens of cypress and olive trees to view the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age. Entering through the monumental Propylaea, tour the Temple of Athena Nike. See the Erechtheion where six ageless marble maidens support the porch. Marvel at the incomparable Parthenon, one of the world’s greatest expressions of architectural harmony and grace. Be transported to another world with this gentle afternoon tour of the birthplace of western culture. Languages English

Spend a morning exploring the ruins of enigmatic ancient Corinth on this half-day trip from Athens. Drive west from the capital along the breathtaking coastal road, with views over olive trees to the sparkling Saronic Gulf. Pass thefamous beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza, popular summer spots for Athenians looking to escape the city and take a dip in the crystal-clear waters. Our first stop gives you a chance to look down into the dizzying Corinth Canal. Watch the ships make their way down the narrow blue channel, cut through the isthmus to connect the Aegean and Ionian seas a century ago. After a short break here we’ll drive on to Ancient Corinth, a city-state built at the meeting place between northern and southern Greece. Hear the famous myth of the arrogant Corinthian King Jason and his sorceress queen, Medea, whose bitter conflict led to a violent end. Learn about the real historical figure St Paul the Apostle, who lived here for two years spreading the Gospel of Christ. Explore the fascinating remains of the city, including the Agora, the market place which formed the hub of daily life in the ancient polis. Visit alsothe sixth century BCTemple of Apollo to discover something of the wealth and political importance of Corinth in ancient times. On our way home to Athens we’ll call in at the tiny port of Kechries. Now a calm azure cove where lizards bask on the marble ruins, this was once a bustling port where St. Paul disembarked. We return to Athens in time for lunch (not included).