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| PACKAGE OVERVIEW |
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| Embark on an unforgettable journey into Greek history with this specially designed holiday package, which offers you the opportunity to visit the very cradle of western civilization! Athens, a city with a rich culture and immeasurable historic significance can have an awe-inspiring, truly mesmerising effect on anyone unaware of true European traditions and values, which are so very visible in this lovely city. It's an expedition of a different kind! Wonder what you might come across walking on its streets, eating at its restaurants and exploring its back lanes, all on your own. |
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 Daily breakfast
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Athens City tour
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Athens By Night tour with dinner and folk dances
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Round trip transfer from Athens International Airport (El. Venizelos) Hotel and back (07.00- 23.00) by private taxi
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Accommodation for 3 nights in Athens at chosen hotel, or similar
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| ITINERARY |
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DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ATHENS
Arrive in Athens and transfer to hotel. Free time to discover the tavernas and sights of this ancient city on your own.
Meals: Nil
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DAY 2: ATHENS
Enjoy a relaxed day exploring this beautiful city on your own. In the evening proceed for your Athens by Night Tour including delicious local dinner and an enthralling Greek folk dance show and bouzouki music.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
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DAY 3: ATHENS
Post breakfast; proceed for your half day city tour of Athens. Depart for Temple Of Olympian Zeus. Proceed to Panathinaiko Stadium cradle of the first Olympic Games took place in 1896 (short stop). Pass by the Primes Min0isters residence, Ex Royal Palace, (guarded by colourful Evzones) Zappion (Conference and Exhibition Hall), National Garden, Hadrian Arc, St. Pauls Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, chliemans House (Nomismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Academy, University, National Library, Old Parliament, Constitution Square ,Russian Orthodox Church, Acropolis, (visit Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, Erechtheion). Rest of the evening is at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 4: DEPARTURE
After breakfast today, transfer to the Athens Airport in time to board a flight back home.
Meals: Breakfast
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| HOTEL DETAILS |
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HOTEL ROYAL OLYMPIC
City: Athens
A short walk from the Acropolis, 5-star Royal Olympic Hotel is centrally located near the picturesque Plaka neighbourhood. The luxurious rooms overlook ZeusÂ’s Temple, or the swimming pool garden. All air-conditioned rooms at the Royal Olympic Hotel are soundproofed and feature work desks, bathroom amenities and bathrobes. Satellite TV, cable TV and radio are standard. Loannis Restaurant in the roof garden features beautiful views and traditional Greek cuisine. Guests can enjoy cocktails at the Roof Garden Bar overlooking many Athenian landmarks. On-site leisure facilities include a swimming pool and a hotel library. The Royal Olympic features a gym. Free Wi-Fi is available in the entire hotel. The hotel features shops such as a jewellery shop and a gift shop.
The Royal Olympic is within walking distance from restaurants and shops and just across the Temple of Olympion Zeus. Athens International Airport is at 33 km.
Hotel Facilities
Restaurant | Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Garden | Non-Smoking Rooms | Elevator | Safety Deposit Box | Soundproofed Rooms | Heating | Luggage Storage | Air Conditioning | Designated Smoking Area | Restaurant (Ă la carte) | Room Service | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Business Centre | Laundry | Dry Cleaning | Ironing Service | Bridal Suite | Currency Exchange | Souvenirs/Gift Shop | Bicycle Rental | Shoe Shine | Concierge Service | Shuttle Service (surcharge)
Recreational Facilities
Outdoor Swimming Pool | Outdoor Swimming Pool (seasonal)
Room Amenities
Rooms: Superior Double, Deluxe Double | Suites: Superior Junior, Deluxe Junior, Deluxe
Dining
1 Restaurant | 1 Bar
Ioannis Bar: This roof top garden bar serves great wines and spirits.
Lounge Bar: The lounge bar is a perfect place to enjoy a cocktail with a friend. It has an inviting atmosphere.
Pool Bar: A poolside bar
Ioannis Restaurant: Tradition Greek recipes with impeccable presentation
Internet: Free Wi-Fi internet | Parking: At a charge
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| ATHENS |
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The capital of Greece, Athens is the birthplace of western civilization, and was founded over 3,500 years ago. It, not surprisingly, has an unbelievable number of historical monuments and edifices. In fact, it is a city so seeped in history, the very air you breathe here, laden with the staggering weight of millennia, makes you believe you are back in the ancient world. It is almost impossible to list all the monuments in the city, so here are the most notable, and world famous ones. The Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Statue of Athena, Academy of Athens, Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Arch of Hadrian, and the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates. Also visit the Greek Parliament. Some of the best archaeological museums in the world are also in Athens, namely the National Archaeological Museum, the Cycladic Museum, the Epigraphic Museum, and the Byzantine Museum. Visitors must also try the great Greek food. The views from Lycabettus Hill and Areopagus are worth the climb, letting your eyes sweep over in a single glance one of the most ancient cities in the world.
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Athens Aerial View
Athens Arch Of Hadrian
Athens National Archaeological Museum
Athens Parthenon
Athens Temple of Athena Nike
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Athens Aerial View
One of the cradles of western civilization, Athens was founded over 3,500 years ago, and is a city seeped in history, with a staggering number of historical monuments and edifices. Seen here is a stunning view of the city and Lycabettus Hill, a limestone rock rising above the city, which is also famous for the views it affords of Athens.
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