Athens Highlight Tour by Trikke

Athens Highlight Tour by Trikke
Excursion Highlights:
  • Experience the mesmerizing Acropolis, the pinnacle of ancient Greek architecture, and marvel at the iconic Parthenon.
  • Journey to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, home to the statue of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
  • Relive history at the marble Panathenaic Stadium, the birthplace of the modern Olympic Games in 1896.
  • Witness the ceremonial changing of the guard at the Parliament House, and discover the Zappeion in the lush National Gardens.
  • Conclude with a thrilling race on electric vehicles through the Panathenaic Stadium, a unique and unforgettable experience!
Price: $78.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Shore Excursion Duration 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximately 20 minute taxi ride (not included, approximately 30-40 EUR each way for 4 persons) is required to reach your departure location.
Food/Beverage Provided Bottled water
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled closed-toe shoes. Sunscreen and sunglasses are also recommended. A helmet will be provided for you.
Restrictions Minimum age to participate on this tour is 7 years. All children aged 7 to 12 years must produce, on the day, a valid picture ID confirming their age.

Enjoy and make this ride the highlight of your trip! Sightseeing in Athens with a stunning view of the Acropolis is guaranteed to make your day. What is fascinating about this ancient citadel, is that it contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon.

After the Acropolis, you will head towards the Temple of Olympian Zeus, which houses the renowned statue of Zeus - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - by way of Hadrians Arch and from there, you will visit the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games took place in 1896, and it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.

Next, you will drive alongside the National Garden, where you may see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today the Parliament House located above the central square of Athens. It is in the National Gardens where you will see the Zappeion, a building used for meetings and ceremonies, both official and private, and previously used during the 1896 Summer Olympics as the main fencing hall.

After exploring Greece like a local would finish your enjoyable experience by racing with your family or friends through the Panathenaic Stadium, riding the fantastic Trikke Electric vehicles. Without a doubt, the most exciting way to end the end.