5-Day Tour of Athens and Thessaloniki

5-Day Tour of Athens and Thessaloniki

Discover Athens, the capital of Greece. Visit the most famous archaeological sites and museums of the city. Continue with Plaka district on the foot of Acropolis, Walk Ermou street from Syntagma to Monastiraki. Drink ouzo in Thiseion. For a real Greek nightlife experience visit Psirri area,

Fly to Thessaloniki the second major city in Greece. This modern city has an important heritage consisting of Roman and Byzantine museums and buildings recounting its past. A trip to Thessaloniki must include a coffee in Aristotelous, do some serious shopping in Tsimiski and last but not least enjoy one drink in Ladadika listening to Greek music.

Highlights Athens: Acropolis, the New Acropolis Museum, Erechtheion, Pnyx Hill, Plaka, Monastiraki, Psirri

Highlights Thessaloniki: White Tower, Archaeological Museum, Central market, Ladadika, Ano Poli. Saint Demetrius Church

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Athens.

Pass By: Athens International Airport, Attiki Odos, Spata Artemida 190 04, Greece
Arrival at Athens airport - Our assistant will meet you and will transfer you to our hotel. Afternoon free. Overnight

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Athens.

Day 2: Panoramic tour of Athens and Acropolis

Stop At: Panathenaic Stadium, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue, 999-20, Athens 999-20 Greece
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (shortstop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).
Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Plateia Syntagmatos, Leoforos Vassilissis Amalias, Athens 105 63 Greece
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

Pass By: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias, Athens 105 57 Greece
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

Pass By: Hellenic Parliament, Parliament Mansion, Athens GR-10021 Greece
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

Pass By: National Library of Greece, 32 Panepistimiou Street, Athens 106 79 Greece
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

Pass By: The Academy of Athens, 28 Panepistimiou Avenue, Athens 106 79 Greece
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colourful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

Pass By: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Leoforos Vasilissis Amalias Syntagma Square, Athens 100 28 Greece
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (shortstop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

Stop At: Acropolis, via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
On Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Propylaea, Acropolis, Athens 105 58 Greece
On Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Temple of Athena Nike, Acropolis, Dionysiou Areopagitou Acropolis, Athens 10558 Greece
On Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Erechtheion, Acropolis, Athens 10558 Greece
On Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Parthenon, Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou, Athens 105 58 Greece
On Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Acropolis Museum, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athens 117 42 Greece
On Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Ermou Street, Athens Greece
After the tour, if you are a fan of shopping, you'll find in the main street of Ermou your best choice for shopping. If you are a fan of local food, you will find various restaurants and small taverns with special Greek food and wine in Plaka. Don’t forget to discover the Nightlife of Athens. Overnight
Duration: 15 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Athens.

Day 3: Athens – Thessaloniki

Stop At: Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Αθηνών, Spata Loutsa 190 04, Greece
Early breakfast at the Hotel and transfer to the Airport for your short flight to Thessaloniki. Welcome and transfer to the hotel - Free afternoon. We propose a walk to discover the city of Thessaloniki.

Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Thessaloniki.

Day 4: Panoramic tour of the city of Thessaloniki

Stop At: Museum of Byzantine Culture, 2 Leoforos Stratou, Thessaloniki 546 40 Greece
Breakfast at the Hotel

In the morning, guided tour of the city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the "co-reigning" city, second in population and prestige in Constantinople. Visit unique monuments and feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest and most characteristic churches of the Christian world Visit the best sites that represent the historical and cultural significance of Thessaloniki. These sites include the White Tower, the Speakers in the upper part of the city, the Saint Demetrios Church and many others. Free time for lunch - Rest of the day free, to enjoy the time in the bustling centre of the city. Have a drink in Ladadika and enjoy good music.

Overnight in Thessaloniki

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: White Tower of Thessaloniki, Leoforos Nikis Leoforos Nikis, 54640, Thessaloniki 546 40 Greece
Breakfast at the Hotel

In the morning, guided tour of the city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the "co-reigning" city, second in population and prestige in Constantinople. Visit unique monuments and feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest and most characteristic churches of the Christian world Visit the best sites that represent the historical and cultural significance of Thessaloniki. These sites include the White Tower, the Speakers in the upper part of the city, the Saint Demetrios Church and many others. Free time for lunch - Rest of the day free, to enjoy the time in the bustling centre of the city. Have a drink in Ladadika and enjoy good music.

Overnight in Thessaloniki

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Church of St. Demetrios, Agiou Dimitriou, Thessaloniki 546 33, Greece
Breakfast at the Hotel

In the morning, guided tour of the city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the "co-reigning" city, second in population and prestige in Constantinople. Visit unique monuments and feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest and most characteristic churches of the Christian world Visit the best sites that represent the historical and cultural significance of Thessaloniki. These sites include the White Tower, the Speakers in the upper part of the city, the Saint Demetrios Church and many others. Free time for lunch - Rest of the day free, to enjoy the time in the bustling centre of the city. Have a drink in Ladadika and enjoy good music.

Overnight in Thessaloniki

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Ladadika District, Odos Katouni, Thessaloniki 570 01 Greece
Breakfast at the Hotel

In the morning, guided tour of the city that throughout the era of the Byzantine Empire was the "co-reigning" city, second in population and prestige in Constantinople. Visit unique monuments and feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest and most characteristic churches of the Christian world Visit the best sites that represent the historical and cultural significance of Thessaloniki. These sites include the White Tower, the Speakers in the upper part of the city, the Saint Demetrios Church and many others. Free time for lunch - Rest of the day free, to enjoy the time in the bustling centre of the city. Have a drink in Ladadika and enjoy good music.

Overnight in Thessaloniki

Duration: 15 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Thessaloniki.

Day 5: Departure Day

Stop At: Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, EO Aerodromiou Thessalonikis, Thessaloniki 551 03, Greece
Breakfast at the Hotel

According to your flight schedule transfer to the Airport for your departure.

Duration: 20 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.