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Uncover thousands of years of history in the largest and most influential city of Greece!
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Price per person, Double Occupancy in a Standard Double or Twin Room,* based on 21 Jul, 2026 Departure
This tour will give you an incredible opportunity to explore the ancient treasures and extraordinary attractions of Athens. Considered the birthplace of Western civilization, the heritage of the classical era remains evident throughout this breathtaking city. Discover centuries of fascinating history with magnificent museums, surreal architectural sites, and legendary monuments withstanding Roman times. Pay a visit to the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a stone Roman Theater structure home to the Athens Festival which takes place every year. Admire the beauty of the Acropolis, one of the world-renown attractions of Greece. For centuries, the Acropolis has been home to Kings, Gods, and religious centers. What better way to travel back in time and explore the rich archaeological heritage of Greece than with a trip to this ancient city?
Independent tour
Make your own way to your International Airport to board your international overnight flight to Athens. Enjoy inflight meals and services.
After arrival at Athens Airport find your own way to your hotel. The rest of the day free at leisure or you can book an optional tour.
Overnight in Athens
Optional: Athens Sightseeing : USD 70, min 2 paxAvailable: Daily
The tour begins with a panoramic drive around Syntagma Square, passing by the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Schliemann’s House, Catholic Cathedral, Academy, University, Russia Orthodox Church and National Library. Continue with a short stop to Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. Pass by the Prime Minister’s Residence, ex-Royal Palace and Zappion Hall. Proceed, passing by the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus. Continue to the archaeological site of Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage monument and visit Propylae, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion with its porch of Maidens and of course the Parthenon.
Available: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat
Meeting Point: TBA
Meeting Time: TBA
Beat the heat and the crowds by accessing the Acropolis early in the morning with your expert guide on this small group tour. Meet your guide at Key Tours office and reach the soyth slope of the Acropolis, where you will admire the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theatre. Walk up the hill leading to the Acropolis significant sight and have your camera ready for snapping photos of the historical monuments of Acropolis, including the Parthenon, The Erechtheion, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Pedestral of Agrippa. Having explored the Acropolis site and going downhill, you will admire significant sights of the capital of Greece, including the Ancient Agora and the National Observatory of Athens. Then you will enter and walk through the unique district of the city, Plaka. For a while, forget the city sounds. Go around Anafiotika, the topmost neightbourhood of Plaka and discover with your guide its tranquil, pictersque and mystic hidden corners. Stroll around the innumberable little alleys and admire the old whitewashed mansionswith the carved wooden or imposing iron doors and the colorful painted shutter. Find hidden gems of unspoiled beauty and magnificent views and learn secrets unknown even to many Athenians. After a while, you will arrive at the Bathhouse of the Winds, the only public bath of Athens surviving at the present days. It dates from the first period of Turkish rule (1453-1669) and stands near the Roman forum and the Tower of the Winds. Passing by the Roman Forum, the Fethiye Mosque Museum and the Hadrian’s Library, you will end up at Monastiraki Square, perhaps the oldest surviving square of the city. After the end of the tour, you can visit the Flea market, one of the best places to buy almost anything or continue strolling and enjoy your lunch or your coffee at the one of the little shops, creating memories of a lifetime.
Today enjoy your day at leisure on your own, perhaps you can book our optional tour
Overnight in Athens
Optional: Athens tour and the New Acropolis Museum : USD 130, min 2 paxThis tour starts with a short stop to Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. Continue with a panoramic drive passing by ex Royal Palace, Zappion Hall, Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus, National Temple of Hadrian Arch, St. Paul’s church, Tomp of the Unknown Soldier, Schliemann’s House, Catholic Cathedral, academy, University and National Library. Make our way to the archaeological site of Acropolis, an UNESCO’s world heritage monument and visit Propylae, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion with its porch of Maidens and of course the Parthenon. Continue with a pleasant short walk passing by herodion and Dionysus Theatre, in order to visit the Acropolis Museum. Main attractions such as votines, artefacts of every day life, statues from archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you.
Optional: Athens One Day Tour with lunch: USD 135, min 2 paxAvailable: Daily
From the Acropolis to Omonoia Square, you will see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehensive tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens. Start your day with a panoramic city tour, visiting the Acropolis, the most famous monument in history, the Parthenon and the New Acropolis Museum. The Acropolis Museum's main attractions such as Votives, Artifacts of everyday life, Statues from the archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon Hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you. After lunch, depart for a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs and visiting the Temple of Poseidon.
Today enjoy your day at leisure on your own, perhaps you can book our optional tour
Overnight in Athens
Optional: Athens by Night: USD 80, min 4 paxAvailable: Daily
Fuel your appetite with a night-time tour of Athens and its port and then relax with a Greek dinner show at a typical tavern in the renowned Plaka district. It’s the perfect way to spend a night out in the city of Athens! An air-conditioned vehicle will transport you to the tavern and back to your hotel so you can drink, dance, and dine without worrying about hailing a cab or using public transportation.
Available: Daily
Meeting Point: Athens Railway Station
Meeting Time: 0800AM
Don't miss the opportunity during your stay in Athens to visit the breathtaking Meteora Monasteries with this amazing full day rail tour! Countless panoramic images will remain etched in your memory with the opportunity for video and photos along the way. Catch the train of 8:20 a.m. to Kalambaka in the morning from the Athens Railway Station and enjoy a trip that will give you the chance to admire the beauty of the countryside. Arrive around 13:30 p.m. in Kalambaka, a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks, and crowded by the METEORA Monasteries. Arriving in Kalambaka, our English speaking driver will be waiting you holding a signboard with your name on it and will transfer you to the Meteora Monasteries. For three hours you will have the time to explore at least two or three Monasteries. Meteora is included on the UNESCO world heritage monument list. At the end of the day, our driver will transfer you back to Kalambaka, where you will have the time to scroll around and have a light lunch (not included). At 17:22 p.m. the train departs from Kalambaka, and arrives at 22:15 back to Athens.
This morning make your own way to the Athens International Airport for your flight back home.
Erechtheion - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Socrates' Prison - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Odeon of Herodes Atticus - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Temple of Athena Nike - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Acropolis - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Areopagus Hill - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Filopappos Hill - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Theatre of Dionysus - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Acropolis Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Parthenon - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Choragic Monument of Lysicrates - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Greek Evangelical Church - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Pnyx - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Arch of Hadrian - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
National Observatory of Athens - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
The preferred airport for Acropolis View Hotel is Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) - 35.3 km / 21.9 mi
Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
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All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.
For the rates on these tours, please refer to the Price and Dates section on each tour page.
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Paper documents may be sent upon passenger request. There is a shipping and handling fee of $30 for each set of paper documents: These paper documents will be delivered between 14-21 business days prior to the beginning of your tour. In some instances, a paper voucher/ticket is required by our vendor. In these instances, the costs for shipping and handling will be shouldered by Indus Travels.
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With a few exceptions, international airline tickets are issued electronically. The airline confirmation number and ticket numbers stated in your documents represent your airline "ticket(s)." Some domestic Arline tickets which can only be issued at destination will be given to you upon your arrival in the local destination.
If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.
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Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How do I obtain a visa?
A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How much does a visa cost?
There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.
What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
Can I add optional tours for only select individuals on my reservation?
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What coverage does Travel Insurance provide?
For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.
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Due to increased travel security and policies around the world, it is now a requirement that your airline ticket matches your first and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Please note that any changes to the details of your air booking, could be subject to a change fee, penalties or cancellation.
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For our packages that include flights, we do not usually assign seats. In most cases, you can request specific seats, but this may incur a small fee payable to the airline. For more information, contact our sales and reservations staff.
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In most cases, seat assignments are firm. However, airlines may sometimes reassign seats for operational reasons. This often happens at the last moment and is controlled by airline staff, with Indus Travel not being notified. Passengers are encouraged to reconfirm their seat assignments and any other special requests directly with their airline prior to departure.
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It always recommended and more convenient to check in online. It will shorten your waiting time at the airport, secure your seat assignments and other reservations.
Can I request a special meal on the flight?
Requests may be made for special meals. These requests will be sent on your behalf to the airline so long as Indus receives these request prior to your documents being issued. The availability of special meals will be based upon the specific airlines and will be at their discretion.
Can I use my frequent flier miles?
Accrued frequent flier miles cannot be used toward the purchase of Indus Travels’ airfare or used for class upgrades. However, airfare purchased through Indus Travels may qualify to earn you additional miles.
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Ticketed passengers must show correct identification at check-in. Children must have a parent present at check-in and all tickets must be in each passenger's name.
What is required with International travel?
An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
