8-Day Cosmopolitan Holiday in the Athenian Riviera

8-Day Cosmopolitan Holiday in the Athenian Riviera

Athenian Riviera is the ideal choice for those who wish to explore Athens, having as a base a cosmopolitan hotel in a unique waterfront location, just few kilometres from the city centre.

The green of the gardens meets the blue of the sea in an idyllic environment that refreshes your mood and brightens your senses.

Our Beach front Hotels with stunning views are characterized by exquisite taste in decor, comfort and elegance.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Athens.

Stop At: Athens International Airport, Attiki Odos, Spata Artemida 190 04, Greece
Arrival in Athens. Arrival at Athens airport - Reception and transfer to Athens - Installation at 4* hotel in Athens - Free
Duration: 1 day

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: A hotel of your choice on the beach with bed and breakfast.

Day 2: Panoramic tour of Athens

Stop At: Plateia Syntagmatos, Leoforos Vassilissis Amalias, Athens 105 63 Greece
Panoramic tour of Athens. Depart for a half-day visit to Athens. Visit the site of Acropolis and panoramic tour of the area by bus - Back to hotel - Free afternoon - evening at the hotel. During this route you can admire the different contrasts offered to the Athens visitors. You will discover the center of the city, Constitution Square (Syntagma), the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Parliament and neoclassical buildings, Avenue Venizelos (the Academy, the University and the National Library).
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Leoforos Vasilissis Amalias Syntagma Square, Athens 100 28 Greece
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Pass By: Hellenic Parliament, Parliament Mansion, Athens GR-10021 Greece
You will discover the center of the city, Constitution Square (Syntagma), the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Parliament and neoclassical buildings, Avenue Venizelos (the Academy, the University and the National Library).

Pass By: Arch of Hadrian (Pili tou Adrianou), Leoforos Amalias, Athens Greece
On the way to the Acropolis you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and then you will see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of our time were held in 1896 (shortstop).

Pass By: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias, Athens 105 57 Greece
On the way to the Acropolis you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and then you will see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of our time were held in 1896 (shortstop).

Stop At: Panathenaic Stadium, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue, 999-20, Athens 999-20 Greece
On the way to the Acropolis you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and then you will see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of our time were held in 1896 (shortstop).
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Acropolis, via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
In the Acropolis, you can admire the masterpieces of the golden age of Athens, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and finally “the harmony between spirit and matter”, the Parthenon. Then you will visit the impressive sculptures, which adorned the temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion (with Caryatids) and of course the Parthenon.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Propylaea, Acropolis, Athens 105 58 Greece
In the Acropolis, you can admire the masterpieces of the golden age of Athens, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and finally “the harmony between spirit and matter”, the Parthenon. Then you will visit the impressive sculptures, which adorned the temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion (with Caryatids) and of course the Parthenon.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Erechtheion, Acropolis, Athens 10558 Greece
In the Acropolis, you can admire the masterpieces of the golden age of Athens, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and finally “the harmony between spirit and matter”, the Parthenon. Then you will visit the impressive sculptures, which adorned the temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion (with Caryatids) and of course the Parthenon.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Parthenon, Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou, Athens 105 58 Greece
In the Acropolis, you can admire the masterpieces of the golden age of Athens, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and finally “the harmony between spirit and matter”, the Parthenon. Then you will visit the impressive sculptures, which adorned the temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion (with Caryatids) and of course the Parthenon.
Duration: 10 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: A hotel of your choice on the beach with bed and breakfast.

Day 3: Free day at Athens Riviera

Stop At: Monastiraki, Athens Greece
Enjoy your day by strolling along the plate and narrow streets, which are full of traditional restaurants where you can taste typical dishes of Greek cuisine, the famous drink “ouzo” and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant neighborhood.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: A hotel of your choice on the beach with bed and breakfast.

Day 4: Free day at Athens Riviera

Stop At: Glyfada Beach, 18 Diadochou Pavlou Paralia Glyfadas tram station, Glyfada 166 75 Greece
Free day at Athens Riviera. Take time out from the city and admire the nearby enchantments of the Greek coastline. Athens has some stunning beaches locally with sparkling blue waters and tranquil sands. If you’re looking for a calm and quiet beach visit the private sands found to the south-east of Athens in Glyfada. Here you may have to pay for access but a visit to the unspoiled coves is worth the charge. To the north-east of Athens, the beaches are more alive with locals and tourist, making them great if you want to be part of the buzzing holiday atmosphere! The best way to discover the beaches surrounding Athens is to hop on a bus and get off when you see a beach that takes your fancy.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: A hotel of your choice on the beach with bed and breakfast.

Day 5: Free day at Athens Riviera

Stop At: Glyfada Beach, 18 Diadochou Pavlou Paralia Glyfadas tram station, Glyfada 166 75 Greece
Free day at Athens Riviera. Take time out from the city and admire the nearby enchantments of the Greek coastline. Athens has some stunning beaches locally with sparkling blue waters and tranquil sands. If you’re looking for a calm and quiet beach visit the private sands found to the south-east of Athens in Glyfada. Here you may have to pay for access but a visit to the unspoiled coves is worth the charge. To the north-east of Athens, the beaches are more alive with locals and tourist, making them great if you want to be part of the buzzing holiday atmosphere! The best way to discover the beaches surrounding Athens is to hop on a bus and get off when you see a beach that takes your fancy.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: A hotel of your choice on the beach with bed and breakfast.

Day 6: Free day at Athens Riviera

Stop At: Glyfada Beach, Glifada 491 00 Greece
Free day at Athens Riviera. Take time out from the city and admire the nearby enchantments of the Greek coastline. Athens has some stunning beaches locally with sparkling blue waters and tranquil sands. If you’re looking for a calm and quiet beach visit the private sands found to the south-east of Athens in Glyfada. Here you may have to pay for access but a visit to the unspoiled coves is worth the charge. To the north-east of Athens, the beaches are more alive with locals and tourist, making them great if you want to be part of the buzzing holiday atmosphere! The best way to discover the beaches surrounding Athens is to hop on a bus and get off when you see a beach that takes your fancy.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: A hotel of your choice on the beach with bed and breakfast.

Day 7: Free day at Athens Riviera

Stop At: Glyfada Beach, 18 Diadochou Pavlou Paralia Glyfadas tram station, Glyfada 166 75 Greece
Free day at Athens Riviera. Take time out from the city and admire the nearby enchantments of the Greek coastline. Athens has some stunning beaches locally with sparkling blue waters and tranquil sands. If you’re looking for a calm and quiet beach visit the private sands found to the south-east of Athens in Glyfada. Here you may have to pay for access but a visit to the unspoiled coves is worth the charge. To the north-east of Athens, the beaches are more alive with locals and tourist, making them great if you want to be part of the buzzing holiday atmosphere! The best way to discover the beaches surrounding Athens is to hop on a bus and get off when you see a beach that takes your fancy.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: A hotel of your choice on the beach with bed and breakfast.

Day 8: Departure

Stop At: Athens International Airport, Attiki Odos, Spata Artemida 190 04, Greece
Breakfast and departure transfer to the airport. Assistance with the registration formalities.
Duration: 1 day

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