In a nutshell

Learn everything there is to know about one of the symbols of civilization: the Athens Acropolis. A guided tour will lead you through the history of an extraordinary place: from the first Neolithic settlements to its golden age under the reign of Pericles. Visit the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheum and the Parthenon, dedicated to the Athenian divine patron**.

Main stops

Acropolis
Temple of Athena Nike
Erechtheum
Parthenon
Sightseeing tour of the city

The programme

Here you are in the Athenian Acropolis, where philosophers, heroes and great orators exercised the first form of “démos krátos”, government by the people.
Our guide will tell you everything you need to know about this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a symbol of the golden age of Greek civilization.
The Acropolis, which in Greek means high city, stands on a hill in downtown Athens and provides a view of everything, as far as the sea. A perfect defensive position used since Neolithic times.
Climb up to the Temple of Athena Nike, from 425 BC, which celebrates the victories over the Persians. Inside it was once a statue of the goddess Athena, victorious but without wings: Athenians didn't want her to fly away.
The Erechtheum dedicated to Athena and Poseidon is the most sacred place of all: here the goddess made an olive tree sprout, thus becoming the patron of the city. Look at the loggia: do you recognize the famous caryatids?
It's time for the Parthenon, named after Athena Parthenos, or virgin. Dating from 447 BC, it is an international icon and a model of optical illusions. Try to spot them as you walk down the valley for a sightseeing tour of the city.

Good to know

The visit to the Acropolis involves a climb and walking across rough ground.
Large bags and strollers are strictly banned from the Acropolis.
The excursion is available for both transit and disembarking guests with flight after 14:30We recommend consulting the MyTours Excursion Office on board, informing them of the time of any flight, train or transfer, so that they can check the compatibility of the tour with your departure time