Travel back to Ancient times with an archeologist leading the way, hearing tales that bring the Greece of antiquity to life as you visit the monuments of the Acropolis with your licensed guide and archeologist. From there make your way to Acropolis museum (optional) and learn about Ancient Athens masterpieces in this World class museum. Meet your guide at Acropolis metro station and make you way to Acropolis monuments where temples and sculptures bear witness to 2500 years of human history. The early departure is ideal to avoid the crowds and the heat in the summer months! Roam this iconic citable, perched high above the modern city below, to learn about the historical significance of Ancient Theatre of Dionysus, the healing powers of the Sanctuary of Asclepius, and the events that take place today in the reconstructed Odeon of Erodes Attic us.
Pass beneath the Propylaeum gateway to see the famed Temple of Athena Nike, the maiden-shaped caryatid columns, and the crown of the Acropolis World heritage site the iconic Parthenon the crowing glory of the citadel. Hear about the role played each of the structures in classical civilisation, book the upgrade upgrade to then continue to the Acropolis museum, designed by the world famous architect Bernard Tschumi. Wander among relics from millennia past and discover statues like the well-maintained Caryatid and the breathtaking glass Parthenon room on the rooftop, before parting ways with your guide and coming back to the present day.
Tour starts early at 9:00am so you avoid the heat of Athens summer warm temperatures and crowds.
From there, descend back into the bustle of the city streets and merse yourself in the historical charms of Plaka. Pop into speciality shops peddling grown-in-Greece specialities like grassy olive oil, earthy wines, rich mushrooms, creamy cheeses, and handmade pastas and salamis.
At a century-old cafe, savour a typical Greek breakfast of koulóuria (sesame bread rings), and bite into golden loukoumades (donuts). Follow your nose to the central market of Varvakios Agora, where you can watch locals stocking up on meat and fish. Your outing ends on Evripidou Street, where the heady fragrance of clove and cinnamon signals that you're among some of the city's most famous herb and spice shops.