Ancient Greece: "The Greatest Show on Earth" by Ektor
Overview of the tour in Athens
Meeting at the front of Lord Byron's statue (not inside the park), this tour will guide you to all the hot spots and hidden parts of the ancient historical center of Athens and many other interesting sights of the contemporary city.
Scrolling through the past centuries and legends, hear
the whispers of the glorious ancient Athens. Walk at the paths of philosophers and learn about the Greek kingdoms and the orientation of our language. Live the myth of Dionisos and the hidden sanctuaries of the Acropolis.
Hear the clang of the Romans, visit the island of Athens and the church of Jerusalem! Walk on the amazing stairs of Athens, where you can enjoy traditional Greek taverns, dishes, and bouzouki music!
INCLUDED
- National Garden
- Zappion
-Lord's Byron Statue
-Equestrian statue of Alexander the Great
-Temple of Zeus
-Hadrian's Gate
-St.Aikaterini church and Temple of Artemis
-Lysikrates monument and the myth of Dionysus
- Slopes of Acropolis
-Plaka, Stairs of Athens
-Anafiotika, Tomb of Koukidis
-Church of Holy Sepulchre/Jerusalem
- Roman Agora, Mendreses
-Fatih Mosque
-Hadrian's Library, Monastiraki
Notice: Half-day tour or Full day tour by Mini Van
on request (Athens, Sounio)
This activity includes:
- Monastiraki Square
- Athens National Garden
- Plaka
- Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
- Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Hadrian's Library
- Monastiraki Flea Market
- Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)
- Share of the Holy Sepulcher of Amasia (Church)
- Anafiotika
On arrival
10 min from Syntagma Square, at the beginning of Amalias Ave. Opposite of New York College, and behind the Bronze Statue of Alexander the Great,is the white marble statue of Lord's Byron.
Things to note
Kindly note, this is a tip-based tour and a number of 5 guests is necessary in order for the tour not to be canceled.
I am a pure Athenian, guiding groups, with an experience of over 30 years.
Great suggestions/proposals for the best Ouzo, Tsipouro, Wine and Taverna's in the center of Athens! Please ask me!!
The minimum recommended/suggested tip is €10 per person.
Private tours are also available on request for 1–2 guests, from €50.
Cash Only Please!
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The tour is guided by a licensed member of the Hellenic Association of Tour Managers.
Not by tourists or amateurs but by a professional Athenian with all provided historical knowledge and culture.
Please note, due to road constructions also meet me at the bronze Equestrian statue of Alexander the Great, just opposite to Lord Byron statue.
In case you cannot participate, please do not forget to cancel the tour.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.