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If your are looking for Athens Shore Excursion, book now the best guided tours at lowest price with Ancora Tours. Since 2003 we offer you official guides in english, transportation and travel insurance, all included. The highest quality at the lowest rates.

PORT	Piraeus
DURATION	6 hours
ACTIVITY LEVEL	Low
BACK TO THE PORT	At last 1 hour and a half before ship departure.
INCLUDES	[icon_tick state=”on”]Transportation [icon_tick state=”on”]earphones [icon_tick state=”on”]English speaking guide [icon_tick state=”on”]Travel insurance [icon_tick state=”on”]Acropolis tickets
NOT INCLUDED	[icon_tick state=”off”]Food/beverage
RECOMMENDED DRESS	Please note the dress code recommended to enter any church. No shorts, bare shoulders or miniskirts. This applies to both men and women. Comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen are recommended.

Known as the cradle of Western civilisation and the birthplace of democracy, Athens is packed with ancient history. Our tour will recapture the history that created the foundations of modern society: art, medicine, law…and much more.

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ITINERARY:

From the port of Piraeus, our shore excursion will head to Athens by bus. The first stop is the Panathenaic Stadium, or Kalimarmaro. Built entirely of white marble this cultural monument is the site from where the Olympic flame is handed over to host nations. From here we’ll have a brief stop admire the Arch of Hadrian.

We’ll continue with our shore excursion of downtown Athens at Syntagma Square; the centre of commerce and politics. Here we’ll see the Old Royal Palace, which is now home to the Greek Parliament. Time permitting, we’ll also stop at the Monument to the Unknown Soldier to watch the changing of the Guard by the soldiers in traditional Greek costume.

As one of the oldest cities in the world, there’s a lot to do in Athens. The shore excursion will next take in some of the neoclassical buildings of the city, such as the University, the Academy and the Library.

Jumping back on the bus, we’ll set off for the Acropolis. At this iconic citadel, we’ll dive into the history of ancient Greece. Discover the Temple of Athena, the Parthenon and the Erechthion.

Before returning to port, we’ll stop in the old historic neighbourhood of Plaka. Situated at bottom of the Acropolis hill, this neighbourhood is characterised by its quaint narrow streets, traditional tavernas and workshops. A charming place to end our Athens shore excursion and perhaps pick up a souvenir or two.