4 Days: Athens, Poros, Hydra

Tour overview:

Step back in time to explore one of the oldest cities in the world, filled with ancient sites and architectural masterpieces. Your tour starts with visits to historical landmarks including the Parthenon, Hadrian’s Arch, Acropolis, and the temples of the Olympian Zeus and Nike. The tour continues with a cruise of the islands of the Saronic gulf, horse drawn carriage rides, local shopping and much more.

Day 1 - Arrive Athens

Arrive at the Athens airport, welcome assistance, and transfer to your hotel in Athens.

Day 2 - City tour Athens

A morning panoramic tour will take you around to the most important monuments and landmarks of the city, including: Panathinaikon stadium, Zappeion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Syntagma square, Parliament, tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann's house, Academy, University, National Library, and old Parliament. You will then visit the Acropolis, including the Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion, and the Acropolis Museum where findings from the area, like the Caryatides, have found their home. Afternoon at leisure to explore Plaka, and the historical center at your own pace.(B)

Day 3 - Day Cruise Aegina-Poros-Hydra / Athens

You will spend a whole day cruising to the islands of the Saronic gulf today. Take a donkey ride to explore the “vehicle free” Hydra, with its unique Mitropolis. Hike to the clock tower of Poros to see the views to yacht port and the Peloponnese. Join a horse-drawn carriage ride in Aegina and buy some pistachios, or join an excursion to the temple of Afea. Enjoy a buffet lunch on board and practice your Greek dancing skills on the way back to Athens. (BL)

Day 4 - Depart Athens

At the indicated time, you can transfer to the airport for your departure flight.(B)