Marathon is globally known for the starting point of the yearly Marathon run and a region where one of the most historical ancient Greek battles took place 2500 years ago, the significance of which is still being taught in educational institutions worldwide. This tour is family friendly, since it combines the historical & archaeological interest with the beautiful scenery of an artificial lake with the impressive marble dam, which was constructed in 1929 and served as the main supplier of water for the Athenian citizens until 1959.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Luxury Vehicle
✔ Baby seat or booster up on request without extra charge (compulsory to be requested in advance)
✔ Mineral water, wet & dry tissues
✔ English Speaking Driver (Not authorized to enter into the sites & museums as per the Greek Law)
✔ Free Wi-Fi
✔ All vehicles are thoroughly disinfected after each ride.
✔ Private Tour
✔ Wheel chair up on request without extra charge (compulsory to be requested in advance)
✖ Entrance Fees
✖ Food & drinks, unless specified
✖ Gratuities (optional)
✖ Airport pick up & drop off (On request with additional cost)
✖ Licensed Tour Guide for escorting you into the sights (on request with additional cost)
Pickup Locations
1. Foivos Hotel Athens
2. Alter Athens Hotel
3. Zenith Hotel
4. Athens City Plaza
5. Wyndham Athens Residence
6. Apollo Hotel
7. Titania Hotel
8. Athens Zafolia Hotel
9. Philippos Hotel
10. The Editor Athens Hotel
11. Anixis
12. Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre, an IHG hotel
13. Novotel Athenes
14. Hotel Tier Collection
15. Hotel Bryon
16. Bob W. Eolou Athens
17. Ambrosia Suites
18. Exarchion Hotel
19. Hotel Carolina
20. Brazil Hotel
Additional Info: For hotels/apartments: The driver will meet you in the lobby of the hotel or outside the apartment. For cruise terminals: The driver will meet you at the arrival's hall inside the cruise terminal, after the passport control and the luggage claim area, holding a label with the name under which the reservation is made.The itinerary’s sequence is subject to change according to the opening-closing hours of the venues and depending on the tourist season.
Please get in touch with us by phone or e-mail in order to coordinate the pick up location and time.
Itinerary
1
Marathon Tomb
Start your day with a drive towards the area of Marathon, reputed for the starting point of the yearly Marathon run and a region where one the most historical ancient Greek battles took place 2500 years ago. You will cover a distance of approximately 30 km (19 miles) to the northeast of Athens, an area that borders the Aegean Sea. Visit the Marathon battle tomb site, where you will be guided around the tumulus of the Greek soldiers who were buried there after the end of the successful battle of the Greeks against the Persian troops that attempted invasion of the Greek continent in 490 B.C. Find out more about the details of one of history’s most crucial battles, the significance of which is still being taught in educational institutions worldwide.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Marathon Lake
Complete the morning tour by heading towards the reputed local lake of Marathon, with an impressive marble dam constructed in 1929. The lake served as the main supplier of water for Athenian citizens until 1959. You may walk along the dam for a majestic view and enjoy a lunch break at the local café by the lake. Head back to Athens while following a road through green landscapes till you reach the city again.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
