Athens

The city of gods

The capital city of Greece, Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world and its heritage of the classical era is evident in the city till today. The sprawling city of Athens offers the most beautiful scenic sights for visitors and tourists alike. Adventure travel through the twelve hills of Athens, with the Acropolis being the most outstanding or for city slickers, the ins and outs of this bustling town has so much to offer.

Getting there

Indulge in all-inclusive holidays to Athens with super deals for flight and accommodation. Charter flights to and from Athens via the new Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. As the major hub in the Mediterranean region, Continental, Delta and Olympic operate flights from North America while European carriers fly direct into Athens.

Transportation

Buy a €1 ticket and travel on any means of transport - metro, suburban trains, trams, trolleybuses, buses and avail unlimited transfers anywhere within Athens. 

Explore

For the best views of Athens, take the funicular railways where you can see the spectacular sights all the way from the top of Ploutarchou Street to Kolonaki as the city takes your breath away. Other famous landmarks include The Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Ancient Agora, Syntagma Square, The Temple of Olympian Zeus — Only the ruins remain today.

Time your trip for activities 

The Athens Epidaurus Festival runs during the summer and offers a spectrum of events. Every Sat/Sun you can join a free bike tour of the old area of Athens. EasyCruise, a cheap flight company runs a variety of cruises from Greece to Turkey and surrounding islands such as Mykonos, Paros and Syros.