5 Days Greece Tour
About This Tour
If you are looking for something special and extraordinary then look no further in Greece . One of the best tour in Greece, Enjoy first class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Athens. Enjoy first class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Thessaloniki. You can feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest churchs for Christian World. This an exquisite tour for you with all the bells and whistles.
Tour Highlights
Exploring Greece with a tour that covers Athens and Thessaloniki offers a rich tapestry of ancient history, vibrant culture, and scenic beauty.
Athens: Begin your journey in Athens, the cradle of Western civilization, where you can marvel at iconic landmarks such as the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Explore the Acropolis Museum to delve deeper into the city's ancient past.
Plaka District: Wander through the charming streets of Plaka, Athens' oldest neighborhood, known for its narrow alleys, neoclassical architecture, and traditional tavernas.
National Archaeological Museum: Discover a treasure trove of ancient artifacts at the National Archaeological Museum, including sculptures, pottery, and jewelry spanning thousands of years of Greek history.
Mount Lycabettus: Take a scenic hike or ride the funicular to the top of Mount Lycabettus for panoramic views of Athens and the Aegean Sea.
Thessaloniki: Travel to Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city and a cultural hub of the north. Explore the historic city center, including landmarks like the White Tower, Rotunda, and Arch of Galerius.
Aristotelous Square: Relax in Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki's main square, lined with cafes, shops, and statues, offering a lively atmosphere day and night. Ano Poli (Upper Town): Wander through the charming streets of Ano Poli, the city's oldest district, known for its Ottoman-era architecture, Byzantine churches, and panoramic views over Thessaloniki.
Thessaloniki Archaeological Museum: Delve into the region's ancient history at the Thessaloniki Archaeological Museum, which houses artifacts from the Neolithic period to Roman times.
Byzantine Walls: Explore the impressive Byzantine Walls of Thessaloniki, which once encircled the city and are a testament to its strategic importance throughout history.
This itinerary combines ancient wonders, cultural heritage, and urban exploration, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the rich history and vibrant life of Greece's capital and second-largest city.
Itinerary
Athens Arrival Day
Meet at the Athens Airport and transfer to your hotel. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore Athens. After check in your hotel,you will have a free time.Overnight in Athens.
Athens City Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast pick you up from hotel and depart for Athens City Tour. Our tour of Athens starts this morning at the Panathenaikon (Kallimarmaro) Stadium where we'll learn about the first Olympic Games of the modern era which were held here in 1896. Continuing on we make several other stops to see more of ancient and modern Athens, including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament building, memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and Constitution Square (Syntagma). In the afternoon we head to one of the most important and famous ancient sites in the world, the Acropolis, which sits on top of a rocky hill overlooking the city, providing great views. You'll see the temple of Erechtheion, the Propylae, the Temple of Athena Nike, and of course the most famous of Greek relics, the Partheno where you'll see the original home of the marble sculptures removed by Lord Elgin that are now held in the British Museum in London. We'll then return to our hotel and have a free evening to find one of the city's famous local tavernas or restaurants, perhaps sampling the bustling atmosphere and winding streets of the Plaka. Overnight in Athens.
Athens to Thessaloniki
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast pick you up from hotel and transfer to Athens Airport for your short flight to Thessaloniki. Meet at the Thessaloniki Airport and transfer to your hotel. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore Thessaloniki. After check in your hotel,you will have a free time.Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Thessaloniki City Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast pick you up from hotel and depart to Thessaloniki City tour ,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 center of the city. Have a drink in Ladadika and enjoy good music. Overnight in Thessaloniki.
Thessaloniki - End of Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast the day is yours till your departure transfer to Thessaloniki Airport.We will transfer you to Airport and you will flight back home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Thank you for choosing TravelShop Booking.