ATENE BEETWEEN HISTORY & RELAXING from 309 €

Total price From €619

Created: Wednesday 15 December 2021

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History City Greece

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Four nights in a double room

Breakfast included

Bottle of water in the room upon arrival

Flights included from the selected departure airport to Athens, Greece

One piece of hand baggage per person (weight and size may vary depending on the airline)

A hold baggage can be added, in most cases, once the flight has been selected

Private transfers to and from the airport included

Travel insurance not included

This holiday is provided by Elite Travel & Services

About the destination

Athens gets its name from the goddess of wisdom Athena, who is honoured by the magnificent Acropolis, which towers over the modern, cosmopolitan city that Athens is today. Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world and it is the birthplace of western philosophy, democracy and theatre. To this day, the Greek capital remains a major global centre of culture, with its historic centre, iconic classical sites and museums brimming with artefacts from ancient Greece. The Acropolis, topped by the emblematic Parthenon, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cars have been banned from the historic centre, which has become the most striking pedestrian promenade in Europe. In this archaeological park, visitors will see the contrasting nature of this ancient metropolis, with the opportunity to visit the New Acropolis Museum, a high-tech modern structure with light and airy exhibition spaces, as well as the National Archaeological Museum, the largest archaeological museum in Greece, built in the 19th century and dedicated to ancient Greek art. The Acropolis and Mount Lycavittos, the city’s highest points, are used as landmarks as they can be seen from most places in the Plaka, the old historical neighbourhood. The Plaka is under the Acropolis and stretches almost to Syntagma, home of the Greek Parliament. For a taste of the hedonistic Athenian lifestyle, one should visit Monastiraki, where locals go to eat, drink and socialise. The night belongs to Psirri, a vibrant neighbourhood known for its bars, live music venues and lively nightclubs. Southeast of the city centre, a glorious stretch of coast offers dreamy views over the shimmering blue Aegean Sea. Surely few European capitals can boast sandy beaches and clean water for swimming within such easy reach. Athens therefore offers the best of both worlds – a fantastic city break as well as a lazy beach holiday. Athenians are surprisingly friendly and outgoing and their enthusiasm for life’s pleasurable pursuits is so infectious that even the most reserved traveller will take time out for endless coffees and evening strolls, dine out until late and enjoy the city’s nightlife, long after the rest of Europe has gone to bed.

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28 Nov

Transport from Milan to Athens

Departure

EasyJet - U22607

16:05 - Milano, Malpensa (MXP)

19:35 - Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos Intl (ATH)

0 PC Nonstop Fare: Standard

Transport: U22607

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: Standard

28 Nov

Hotel

4 Nights

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Grecotel Pallas Athena 9 Very good

Athens - to 0.3 miles from the centreBED AND BREAKFASTAthinas Street No. 65 & Lycourgou Street, 65, Athens 10551 Superior Guestroom NON REFUNDABLE

Located in the historical centre of Athens, this gem is everything but a standard urban hotel. Designed to complement the rich culture of the Greek capital, it features unexpected furnishing and details, colourful artworks and stunning views of the city. Each room is individually designed and decorated for guests who seek exclusive accommodation to match their exacting standards. Special features like large balconies enhance your stay. Guests start their day with an enhanced breakfast buffet with a wide choice of hot & cold dishes A Dinner at the on-site restaurant will prove a real feast, brimming with sumptuous interpretations of the traditional Greek flavours, served in an exquisite setting. The meticulous attention to detail is reflected even in the selection of complimentary toiletries, designed exclusively for the hotel.

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02 Dec

Transport from Athens to Milan

Return

Aegean Airlines - A3664

15:30 - Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos Intl (ATH)

17:05 - Milano, Malpensa (MXP)

Nonstop Fare: Light

Transport: A3664

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: Light

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