Walking and Dining in Athens Tour

Greece
Walking
Self-Guided
Walking and Dining in Athens Tour

Walking and Dining in Athens Tour

Prices

From $250USD

Difficulty

Self-guided

Hotel

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Highlights

Walk and eat your way through the highlights of Athens, Greece

Enjoy 4 different delectable courses for dinner in 4 superb local restaurants.

Discover downtown Athens on a specially selected walking route.

Explore fascinating archaeological sites on foot.

Make the most of the perfect mix of activity and indulgence on a food and foot tour.

Athens is the oldest city in Europe and the city with the longest history! Strolling through Athens, you will be thrilled to discover this rich history as Ancient, Roman, Byzantine and modern monuments abound. Pedestrian walkways lead you through green parks connecting major sites like the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum and the Pnyx Theater, which is considered the birthplace of democracy. Dine on multiple courses at fine restaurants and sample the fare at local taverns in each spot. A unique food-on-foot tour!

Walking and Dining in Athens Tour (3-day) Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Athens Airport

Meet taxi driver and transfer to hotel in Athens.

Explore the ancient city center and enjoy your first evening in the Plaka area.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Athens
Distance
None
Meals
None

Day 2 Walk & Dine in Athens

The tour starts on Syntagma square. First you meet the Evzones on Syntagma, then you walk through the National Gardens to the Olympic Stadium, Kalimarmaro, where you may follow an audio tour including a visit to the well-hidden catacombs. Then it’s on to the temple of Zeus to the rooftop restaurant of an excellent hotel for a cold starter whilst enjoying views on the Acropolis and the temple of Zeus.

Continue along the Dionysos theater and the Acropolis museum and ascend the sacred rock of the Acropolis. Descend into Plaka for our hot starters in a typical traditional Greek tavern. Along the Roman and Greek Agora you walk through the oldest parts of the city to the restaurant in Thission for your main dish in an excellent restaurant with a show kitchen. For your dessert, you have to walk the final short stretch of this interesting trip and come along the Kerameikos and then the final section of another 5 minutes to Thissio for the dessert. In this area you will find lots of trendy bars and cafes in case you still have energy to continue the day.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Athens
Distance
7 hrs, 5km
Meals
Breakfast, dinner

Day 3 Departure

Your trip to Athens comes to an end today after breakfast. Departure to the airport or to another destination in Greece.

Overnight Location
None
Distance
None
Meals
Breakfast

Walking and Dining in Athens Tour Price and Dates

This self-guided walking and biking tour in Athens is always run as a private tour for your group only and the price depends on the types of rooms that you choose and your preferred departure days.

Prices below are per person.

Departure between January 1st and March 30th:

  • Price per solo traveller: $425USD
  • Price per person staying in single room (min 2 travelers): $350USD
  • Price per person sharing a double room: $295USD
  • Price per person sharing triple room: $250USD

Departure between March 31st and October 31st:

  • Price per solo traveller: $525USD
  • Price per person staying in single room (min 2 travelers): $450USD
  • Price per person sharing a double room: $350USD
  • Price per person sharing triple room: $295USD
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Accommodation on the Walking and Dining in Athens Tour

This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Hotel Jason Inn

With a sunny rooftop lounge patio, the Jason Inn is an ideal hotel for those who want to soak up the beauty of Athens after a long day of adventures. Enjoy air conditioning and minibars in-room.

Hotels on Standard Tour

What’s Included in the Walking and Dining in Athens Tour?

Meals

2 breakfasts and one 4-course dinner are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 2 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

This tour includes pick up from Athens Airport to Athens on Day 1. It doesn’t include transfer by public transportation.

Also Included

  • Detailed route description and city map for the Athens Walk & Dine tour
  • 24-hour telephone assistance, just a phone call away

Not included

  • Other meals
  • Departure transfer
  • Personal expenses (drinks, phone calls, tips, etc.)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tickets for museums or archaeological sites

Optional Extras

  • Transfer back to the airport at additional costs
  • Extra nights can be booked at the standard accommodation

Frequenty Asked Questions about Walking and Dining in Athens Tour

How hard is the Walking and Dining in Athens Tour?

We rate this tour as a 2/5. This is an easy tour where you’ll be enjoying your gourmet food and walking through history!

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.

Do I need a visa to travel to Greece?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Walking and Dining in Athens Tour?

2 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover walking and biking. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Athens to start this tour?

Fly into Athens International Airport (ATH), from where you will be picked up.

Where does the Walking and Dining in Athens Tour end?

The tour ends in Athens, where you can depart to the airport or to another destination.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Greece?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Greece?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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Hotel

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We rate this tour as a 2/5. This is an easy tour where you’ll be enjoying your gourmet food and walking through history!


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Athens, Greece

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