Live the experience of Christmas in Greece! You may not believe it but in Greece winter means cold, snowmen and elves! Travel back in your childhood and feel like a local...
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel/ AirBnb/ Port pick up & drop-off
✔ Bottled water
✔ Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.]
✔ Transport by private vehicle
✖ Entrance Fees [33€ for over 6 yo Non EU & 24 yo EU Citizens]
✖ Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability [Additional cost - 250 €]
✖ Accommodation (We work with some of the best hotels. We have to know the number of the rooms)
✖ Airport Pick Up and drop-off (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: Pick up time adjustable upon your request.
Itinerary
Athens Full Day
1
Acropolis
Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make your day. On the historical hill, you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.
Duration: 1.5 hours
2
Propylaea
The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
3
Parthenon
Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, the eternal symbol of the Athenian democracy and the western civilization.
4
Erectheion
Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the most sacred place in ancient Athens.
5
Tempio Di Athena Nike
Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.
6
Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio
After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest temple in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods, by way of Hadrian's Arch.
Duration: 30 minutes
7
Panathenaic Stadium
We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
Duration: 10 minutes
8
Mount Lycabettus
Then moving into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city, from the hill of Acropolis to the Aegean Sea.
Duration: 15 minutes
9
Ancient Agora of Athens
Ancient Greek Agora which is considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy and free speech.
Duration: 50 minutes
10
Temple of Hephaestus
In the ancient Greek Agora, you will visit the Temple of Hephaestus (the best-preserved temple in Greece standing largely as built) devoted to the God of blacksmiths and volcanoes.
Duration: 10 minutes
11
Museum of the Ancient Agora
Ancient Greek Agora which is considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy and free speech, in its small museum you will see findings from their daily life and learn about their constitution.
Duration: 10 minutes
12
Plateia Syntagmatos
Next driving alongside the National Garden, we will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.
13
Tomba Del Milite Ignoto
Next driving alongside the National Garden, we will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.
Duration: 15 minutes
14
The Academy of Athens
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.
15
The Academy of Athens
The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts.
16
National Library of Greece
The National Library of Greece was built at the end of the 19th century, as the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings which also includes the Academy and the University. The building was designed by Theophil Hansen.
17
Plaka
You will be feeling hungry by now so next stop is going to be a traditional Greek tavern with authentic Greek dishes in the traditional neighborhood with the narrow streets. The neighborhood of the Gods.
Duration: 60 minutes
18
Acropolis Museum
As you enter the museum grounds, look through the plexiglass floor to see the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood, which were artfully incorporated into the museum design after being uncovered during excavations.This dazzling modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis’ southern slope showcases its surviving treasures still in Greek possession. While the collection covers the Archaic and Roman periods, the emphasis is on the Acropolis of the 5th century BCE, considered the apotheosis of Greece’s artistic achievement. Built in 2009, this museum was voted as the best mono-thematic museum for 2019.
Duration: 60 minutes
Trikala - Kalambaka
1
Trikala
The Prefecture's capital is a beautiful city built on the location of ancient Trikki. According to mythology the nymph Trikki was the daughter of Pinios. The Lithaios River flows through the city which is distinguished by historical Monuments, excellent urban planning, spacious squares, parks and pedestrian streets.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Matsopoulou Mill
The Mill of Elves is the biggest concept park in Greece. Artistic events, interactive workshops and many other surprises are expected to seduce all the visitors. Santa Claus, the Princess of the Moon, the Fairy Halloween, the tree-yard, Play Mobil’s Knights’ Castle, the Elf Knowledge Workshop, Face Painting, Climbing and Mushroom Workshops will be there this year and will transfer you to the magic Christmas world!
Duration: 6 hours
3
Kalambaka
Kalambaka, a beautiful small city that is dominated by the Meteora. On the rocks that are like suspended in the air (that’s what Meteora means) there is one of the largest and most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox Monasteries, still in use. Meteora combines natural beauty and cultural heritage, a fact that make them a unique destination between the world’s monuments.
Duration: 2 hours
Larisa- Volos
1
Larissa
In the region of Thessaly, a capital city lies surrounded by lush valleys, and some of the most imposing mountains in Greece. Larissa, with a population of approximately 130,000 residents, is a city where ancient history and long tradition in agriculture meet the modern way of living.
Duration: 2 hours
2
A frozen lake, a colorful Fun Park, the North Pole-Train, the House of Santa Claus, the Workshop of the elves, the Sugar House, the Fairy tale Land, the Mushrooms Land, the Palace of the Queen of the Ice, Carousel, the Academy of the small wizards, the Christmas Market and other surprises, will be set up in Alcazar which is going to be filled with colorful ornaments, glamorous lamps, Christmas trees, snow, stars, angels, gifts and sweets… All of these are going to increase Christmas adrenaline to the top. A rich program of music and dance performances, concerts, games and treats, facial paintings, art workshops, theatrical performances, street circus, soap bubbles, fairy tales, and many other events and recreational activities will complement the scenery of the most beautiful festive time of the year.
Duration: 6 hours
3
Volos
Volos is one of the largest and most attractive cities in Greece as well as one of the country’s most prominent ports. The modern-day city, built near the site of ancient Iolcos, dominates the region of Magnesia from its position at the foot of Mount Pelion overlooking the Pagasetic Gulf. This is one of the most beautiful areas in Thessaly, in the centre of Greece combining the allure of the sea with the mystical charm of the Centaurs’ mountain.The area’s mythical background captivates the visitor’s imagination.
Duration: 2 hours
Volos-Thermopylae-Athens
1
Leonidas Monument
Driving back to Athens,you will have the opportunity see the statue of Leonidas standing right opposite Kolonos Hill where the persisting Spartans left their last breath.
Duration: 15 minutes
2
Battlefield of Thermopylae
We will see the place that 10 years after the Battle of Marathon , King Leonidas and the 300 Spartans heroically faced the Persian army.
Duration: 5 minutes
3
Kainotomiko Kentro Istorikis Enimerosis Thermopylon
In the historical center of the site you will enjoy a 3D movie, traveling through the time you will feel the presence of all who died for their freedom under a foreign conqueror.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Athens
We will drive back to Athens.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside any site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
• The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
• Our company complies with all the health instructions of the World Health Organization about COVID-19.
