Athens (by air flight)

An excursion to Athens by air flight is a comfortable way to discover the capital of Greece without wasting time on long journeys.

Athens, the capital of Greece, is a unique city that combines historical epochs, cultural heritage of many generations and a unique atmosphere. The city proudly bears through the centuries the name of its patroness - the goddess of wisdom, just war, arts and crafts.

Athens is located in Attica, in the eastern part of central Greece. The city is one of the oldest in the world. Ancient Athens, originally located on the hill of the Acropolis, emerged in the 6th century BC and quickly developed into a powerful city-state with an important port. In the classical era it was the center of arts, knowledge and philosophy, the site of the Plato Academy and the Aristotle Lyceum. Athens is considered the birthplace of democracy.

Modern Athens (the capital of the country since 1834) is the center of the economic, industrial, political and cultural life of Greece.

In addition to the majestic Acropolis  you will visit the world-famous New Acropolis Museum of Athens, which opened its doors to visitors from all over the world in June 2009. Besides, a professional guide will acquaint you with the main attractions of Athens, this ancient and amazing city: the Areopagus hill; Dionysus Theater; the odeon of Herodotus Atticus; White marble Panathenaic stadium; neoclassical buildings of the University of Athens, the National Library and the Greek Parliament, where a colorful change of the guard of honor takes place at the monument to the unknown soldier.

The excursion ends with a walking tour of the picturesque area of ​​"old" Athens Plaka with many souvenir shops, traditional taverns and cozy cafes.

At the end of the excursion day you will visit  the Attica Zoological Park in the suburbs of Athens.
Air excursion to Athens will allow you to get acquainted with the history of this amazing city and see the main attractions of the capital of Greece in one day.

Remember:

• be sure to have a passport and travel insurance with you;
• the presence of baggage is not provided / the generally accepted Hand Luggage Rules  apply;
• wear comfortable shoes for your comfort;
• entrance tickets and lunch are paid additionally;
• the excursion program can be changed in case of force majeure circumstances, weather conditions or at the discretion of the guide;
• duration: full day.