Athens & Island Escape - 4 Days
Trip Snapshot
Age range
5 - 100Start / End
- Athens
- Athens
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 16Meals included
4Highlights
- Athens - Explore the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, seeing the Parthenon and Caryatides, then take a panoramic tour past classical landmarks
- Hydra - Wander the vehicle-free island, known for its stone mansions and lively harbour in the Saronic Gulf
- Poros - Admire views from the clock tower over the yacht port and the Peloponnese coastline
- Aegina - Visit the neoclassical harbour town, a traditional stop in the Saronic Gulf
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Summary
Discover the highlights of Athens on this relaxed four-day city break, starting and ending in the Greek capital. After arrival, you’ll dive into the city’s ancient past with a guided tour covering landmarks like the Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum, alongside panoramic views of modern Athens. A full-day cruise adds a change of pace as you sail the Saronic Gulf, visiting the charming islands of Aegina, Poros and Hydra, with time to explore car-free streets, scenic viewpoints and local traditions. With leisure time built in, this short escape blends history, culture and island-hopping perfectly.
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Athens
On arrival at Athens Airport, we are met with welcome assistance and transferred to our hotel in Athens. The rest of the day is at leisure to settle in and begin experiencing the city at your own pace.
Day 2
Exploring Classical Athens
This morning we enjoy a panoramic city tour introducing us to Athens’ most important landmarks. We pass the Panathinaikon Stadium, Zappeion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Syntagma Square, the Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, as well as Schliemann’s House, the Academy, University, National Library and the Old Parliament. We then visit the Acropolis, exploring the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon and the Erechtheion. Our tour continues at the Acropolis Museum, where remarkable discoveries from the Acropolis, including the Caryatides, are displayed. The afternoon is at leisure for you to explore Plaka and the historic centre at your own pace.
Itinerary alterations - please note: On some departure dates, the order of excursions may be reversed and have the Day-Cruise on Day 02, and the City tour on Day 03.
Day 3
Saronic Islands Discovery Cruise
Athens - Aegina - Poros - Hydra - Athens. Today we spend a full day cruising the islands of the Saronic Gulf. On Hydra, famous for being vehicle-free, you can take a donkey ride and explore the charming harbour area and its Mitropolis. In Poros, you may hike up to the clock tower for views over the yacht marina and across to the Peloponnese. On Aegina, you can enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride and sample the island’s well-known pistachios, or join an optional excursion to the Temple of Aphaia. A buffet lunch is served on board, and on the return journey to Athens we enjoy lively Greek music and dancing. Please Note: The operation of the one-day cruise is subject to weather conditions and minimum participation during the winter months. In the event of cancellation, alternative excursions will be offered.
Day 4
Farewell Athens
At the scheduled time, we are transferred to Athens Airport for our departure flight.
What's Included
Meals
Breakfasts: 3, Lunches: 1, Dinners: 0
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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