Ancient Wonders of Athens

Day 1  Athens
Fly to Athens and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, why not take the traditional cable car to the highest spot in Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you can observe beautiful views over the entire city? If time allows, stroll the famous neighbourhood of Plaka, boasting narrow laneways of small enthralling museums, ancient sights and historic churches before enjoying a coffee in a local café.

Day 2  Athens
This morning, delve into Greek history and legends on your included tour of the Acropolis. Explore renowned sites like the Temple of Athena, Nike and the legendary Parthenon. Continue to the Acropolis Museum to marvel at original treasures from the temples of the Acropolis. Later, awaken your senses with your included Greek food walking tour. Sample traditional delicacies and local treats, all washed down with ample Greek wine!

Day 3  Athens
Today, the choice of what to do is for you to decide. Why not follow in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks on a fascinating trip to the atmospheric hilltop ruins of Mycenae, a fortified city from the second millennium BC famed for the Tomb of Agamemnon? Or you could visit the sacred archaeological and recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site of Delphi, a place of pilgrimage with picturesque views of the surrounding valley from the Oracle and Temple of Apollo.

Day 4  Fly home
Cherish your final morning with a gentle stroll through the National Gardens and later, transfer to the airport for your flight home.