Athens & the Saronic Islands 4 Days

Welcome to Greece! Our driver will be waiting for you to greet you at the airport of Athens at your arrival. You will be driven to the hotel in Athens, the capital of Greece. Athens is the historical capital of Europe, with a long history, dating from the first settlement in the Neolithic age. In the 5th Century BC (the “Golden Age of Pericles”) – the culmination of Athens’ long, fascinating history – the city’s values and civilization acquired a universal significance. Over the years, a multitude of conquerors occupied Athens, and erected unique, splendid monuments – a rare historical palimpsest. In 1834, it became the capital of the Modern Greek state and in two centuries since it has become an attractive modern metropolis with unrivalled charm.

Rest of the day at leisure to check in and relax. Overnight at hotel in Athens (B)

Enjoy your breakfast at hotel in Athens. Today, pick up for the Organized Athens Sightseeing. This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally “the harmony between material and spirit”, the monument that “puts order in the mind”, the Parthenon.

Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Athens (B)

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel in Athens.
Poros:
The smallest of the three islands separated from the Peloponesse by a narrow strait and offering a most enchanting view of Poros Town.

As the ferry sails towards Hydra, relax in the ship’s lounge or enjoy the sun and beautiful panoramic view from one of the spacious deck.

Hydra:
The island’s amphitheatre shape once serviced as a safe shelter for Saronic Pirates. As soon as you disembark, it’s all there; the small narrow stone-paved streets waiting to be explored on foot or by the island’s traditional “vehicle”, the saddled donkey. Captivating walks along the seaside promenade, crystal clear waters and radiant traditional fine-craft shops.

Aegina:
Aegina is the largest of the three islands. Apart from its harbor there are numerous interesting sites to discover on the island, like the optional visit of the Aphea Temple which is the best preserved temple in Greece, the islands medieval capital and the church of Saint Nicolas.

Enjoy a wonderful lunch on board and return to Athens early evening. Overnight in Athens (B)

Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to Athens International Airport for your flight back home!