5-Day Athens Itinerary: Explore Greece's Historic Capital

Total price From US$1,120

Created: Thursday, December 18, 2025

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Your Athens Adventure: 2 Adults

Accommodation: 4 nights at Divani Caravel Hotel, Athens, Greece
Included Tour: "Athens City Tour + Acropolis & the Museum" Ticket
Transfers:Arrival transfer from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Divani Caravel (SEDAN vehicle)
Departure transfer from Divani Caravel to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (SEDAN vehicle)

Themes: Adventure, Greece, Activities

As your travel consultant, I highly recommend preparing for your Athens trip with some insightful guides and books! For comprehensive travel advice, the "Rick Steves Greece: Athens & the Peloponnese" guidebook is a favorite among travelers. For a deeper historical perspective, "The Parthenon" by Mary Beard is an engaging read, while "Greece: Biography of a Modern Nation" by Roderick Beaton provides excellent cultural context. If you prefer something lighter, Lonely Planet’s "Pocket Athens" is perfect to carry around during your explorations. These resources will enrich your journey and help you make the most of your adventure in Athens!

About the destination

Athens is named after the goddess of wisdom, Athena, and her grandeur is celebrated by the stunning Acropolis that towers over the modern, cosmopolitan city that Athens has become. As one of the oldest cities in the world, Athens is the cradle of western philosophy, democracy, and theater. Today, the Greek capital continues to be a significant global hub of culture, with its historic center, iconic classical sites, and museums brimming with artifacts from ancient Greece. The Acropolis, topped by the iconic Parthenon, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cars are prohibited in the historic center, which has transformed into Europe's most impressive pedestrian walkway. In this archaeological park, visitors can experience the city's contrasting nature by visiting the New Acropolis Museum, a modern, high-tech building with bright, spacious exhibition areas, and the National Archaeological Museum, Greece's largest archaeological museum dedicated to ancient Greek art. The Acropolis and Mount Lycavittos, the city's highest points, serve as landmarks as they can be seen from most locations in the Plaka, the old historical neighborhood. The Plaka is located beneath the Acropolis and extends nearly to Syntagma, the location of the Greek Parliament. For a glimpse into the indulgent Athenian lifestyle, visit Monastiraki, a popular spot for locals to eat, drink, and socialize. The nightlife belongs to Psirri, a lively neighborhood known for its bars, live music venues, and thrilling nightclubs. Southeast of the city center, a beautiful stretch of coastline offers breathtaking views of the shimmering blue Aegean Sea. Few European capitals can boast of having sandy beaches and clean swimming waters so easily accessible. Athens thus provides the best of both worlds – an exciting city break and a relaxing beach vacation. Athenians are surprisingly friendly and outgoing, and their zest for life's pleasures is so contagious that even the most reserved traveler will find themselves taking time for leisurely coffees and evening walks, dining out late, and enjoying the city's nightlife long after the rest of Europe has retired for the night.

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30 Dec

Transfer

Transfer from Eleftherios Venizelos Intl (ATH) to Divani Caravel

Pick-up time: 13:00 Maximum wait time: 45 minutes Journey time: 30 minutes Private - Standard Sedan

Private

Standard Sedan

Maximum wait time: 45 minutes
Journey time: 30 minutes

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Hotel

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Divani Caravel

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Kaisariani - to 1.5 miles from the centerBED AND BREAKFAST2, Vas. Alexandrou Avenue, Kaisariani 161 21

Essential Room

With a stay at Divani Caravel, you'll be centrally located in Kaisariani, a 5-minute walk from Athens National Gallery and a 2-minute drive from Syntagma Square. This family-friendly hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Acropolis Museum and 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Temple of Olympian Zeus.

Treat yourself with massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Make yourself at home in one of the 471 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Grab a bite at Amalia, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Kaisariani? This hotel has 43056 square feet (4000 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

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