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5 | Excellent
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5 | Excellent
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| Duration | 3 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 404 | $ 1,899 |
| Price Per Day | $ 135 | $ 237 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
| Activities | N/A | N/A |
| Meals Included |
2 Breakfasts and 2 Lunches |
Daily Breakfast, |
| Description |
Surrounded by mountains and sea, Athens is basked in year-round sun and perfect conditions for SUP (stand up paddle boarding). Paddle around magnificent locations such as Vouliagmeni – the highlight beach town of the Athenian Riviera – and stunning cape Sounio and visit the temple of Poseidon - god of the sea. Our expert professional instructors will guide you to a weekend paddling adventure of a lifetime. This trip is offered on a private basis only and can be tailor made to fit your travel needs. |
This 8-day tour combines the hustle and bustle of Athens with the picturesque natural beauty of two of Greeces most captivating islands; Paros and Naxos. |
Day 1: Welcome to Athens!
Your airport transfer will take you to your hotel where our meeting and first briefing by your guide will take place. Athens, the classical beauty, is where history meets the modern day in a mishmash of the ancient and the chaotically new. The evening is yours to explore the city or relax at the hotel.
Day 2:
After a scenic 50’ road trip across the Athenian Riviera, we will arrive at Sounio where the awe-inspiring Temple of Poseidon, god of the sea, is located. We will paddle around this sacred region, where according to Greek mythology, Aegeus, king of Athens jumped off the cliff after mistakenly believing that his son Theseus had died.
We will have lunch at local taverna serving delicious homemade food and will return at the hotel at around sunset.
Day 3:
Vouliagmeni is the most beautiful region of the Athenian riviera, located a mere 30 minutes’ drive from Athens center. Our SUPs will be tuned and waiting for you to paddle around crystal waters with stunning views of the peninsula. We will take lunch at a beach tavern and after a quick shower we will transfer to the airport.
Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met by our company representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this vibrant, historical city at your leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2: ATHENS(B)After breakfast, today you can enjoy a morning city tour of Athens that includes a visit to the world-famous Acropolis. The tour begins in front of the House of Parliament in Syntagma Square, where you will see the Monument of the Unknown Soldier before enjoying a walk through the National Gardens to see the Zappeion, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch. After the tour, you will return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 3: ATHENS PAROS (BY FERRY)(B)Today you will be transferred to the port to board the ferry that will take you out into the Aegean Sea to the beautiful island of Paros. Upon arrival at the port in Paros you will be met by our company representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy at leisure.
Overnight in Paros
Day 4: PAROS(B)After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you can spend the rest of the day free at leisure. You may wish to visit one of the island’s beautiful sandy beaches and swim in the crystal-clear water, or you may choose to set out on foot and find some of the hidden gems waiting around every corner. With colourful, traditional villages, well-preserved ancient churches and white washed houses, there is plenty to discover.
Overnight in Paros.
Day 5: PAROS NAXOS (BY FERRY)(B)After breakfast, this morning you will be transferred to the port for your ferry to the island of Naxos. Upon arrival at the port in Naxos you will be met by our company representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy at leisure.
Overnight in Naxos.
Day 6: NAXOS (B)Today is free for you to discover Naxos, the largest Cycladic island, at your own pace. The island is located in the middle of the Aegean Sea and boasts long sandy beaches and quaint villages with narrow streets and old stone houses. Discover the beauties of the largest Cycladic island, located in the middle of the Aegean Sea. Valleys that end to sandy beaches, narrow streets with old houses of stone, the Venetian Castle and Byzantine churches are a few of Naxos’ characteristics.
Overnight in Naxos.
Day 7: NAXOS ATHENS (BY FERRY)(B)Enjoy breakfast at your hotel this morning. Later today you will be transferred to the port to board the ferry back to Athens. On arrival in Athens you will be met by our company representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy your final night in this captivating city.
Overnight in Athens
Day 8: ATHENS DEPART(B)Today you will be transferred to the airport in Athens for your flight home.
