Athens and New Acropolis Museum by Private Vehicle with Airport or City Center Transfer
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Port
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$900
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Acropolis, Athens UNESCO World Heritage Site
"The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments are universal symbols of classical spirit and civilization and form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world. An exceptional group of artists under the guidance of the sculptor Pheidias, transformed the rocky hill into a unique monument of thought and the arts. The most important monuments were built during that time: the Parthenon, the Erechtheon, the Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis and the small temple Athena Nike." Learn more: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/404/
Seabourn is the official cruise partner of UNESCO World Heritage.
Meet your driver and guide on the pier and set off on a private tour to explore the fascinating city of Athens.
Your visit will begin with the most famous temple of the Ancient City -- the Parthenon, dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of Athens. Walking up a winding path towards the Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, you will pass through the Propylaea, and see the Erechtheum Temple and the Porch of the Caryatids in the distance. Reinforced by the hand of man, the natural fortress of the Acropolis stands 230 feet above the city. You cannot help but be in awe of the view below.The New Acropolis Museum is where, for the first time ever, all the surviving treasures of the Acropolis can be seen together in one place. Works previously held in storage are on display, including finds of the Acropolis, Post Parthenon, Roman Period and the excavation site when the new museum was built. The highlight is the display of the Parthenon Frieze, which is located on the top floor.
Take a scenic drive through Athens. Along the way, watch for the Parliament building, the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the stadium used for the modern Olympics.
Your tour ends with a transfer to the airport or city center drop off.
Capacity: 2 guests. Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity
Please note:
Private vehicles are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party needs to reserve it. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, English-speaking guide and above-mentioned entrance fees. The type of vehicle provided varies according to the amount of luggage. This tour is only for guests whose cruise ends in Piraeus and whose flights are at 4pm or later. Guests disembarking in Piraeus bound for the Seabourn contracted hotel of Hotel Grande Bretagne will be dropped off at the hotel after the tour at no additional supplement above the price of the tour. Please inform the Destinations Manager once on board. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Participants must negotiate many stairs and/or uneven surfaces and is therefore not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Shade is limited; please dress accordingly. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water.