Easy Athens City Drive
Easy Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Designed for passengers who prefer minimal walking, this narrated panoramic drive offers an enjoyable introduction to the highlights of historic Athens. As you travel through the city, your knowledgeable guide will point out many of its most celebrated landmarks, including Constitution Square, the former Royal Palace, the National Gardens, the Academy, the University, the Library, the statue of Lord Byron, and the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
Your journey also includes a scenic drive beneath the Acropolis, with views of this iconic ancient monument as your guide shares fascinating insights into its history and the significance of its renowned temples, including the magnificent Parthenon.
The tour continues with a stop at a local venue, where you can relax over coffee and sample a selection of traditional Greek delicacies. Afterwards, enjoy free time at your leisure in the charming Plaka district, nestled beneath the Acropolis, where you may browse local shops for souvenirs, capture memorable photographs, or simply soak up the unique atmosphere of Athens' oldest neighborhood. After your visit, rejoin your coach for the return drive to the ship.
Points of interest
Acropolis
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Old Olympic Stadium
Schedule
Special Notes
This tour is not available to passengers beginning or ending their voyage in Piraeus (Athens).
Please be aware that ongoing restoration work is often carried out at the sites visited.
Tour requires a walk of 180-300 yards from the ship to the motorcoach and participants must be able to climb a few steps unassisted to board the transportation. Some walking is also required to reach the area beneath the Acropolis. Wear comfortable non-skid walking shoes.
Photo stops in downtown Athens as stated in the description are not guaranteed and will only be made from the bus if time and daily traffic regulations allow.
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Easy Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Designed for passengers who prefer minimal walking, this narrated panoramic drive offers an enjoyable introduction to the highlights of historic Athens. As you travel through the city, your knowledgeable guide will point out many of its most celebrated landmarks, including Constitution Square, the former Royal Palace, the National Gardens, the Academy, the University, the Library, the statue of Lord Byron, and the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
Your journey also includes a scenic drive beneath the Acropolis, with views of this iconic ancient monument as your guide shares fascinating insights into its history and the significance of its renowned temples, including the magnificent Parthenon.
The tour continues with a stop at a local venue, where you can relax over coffee and sample a selection of traditional Greek delicacies. Afterwards, enjoy free time at your leisure in the charming Plaka district, nestled beneath the Acropolis, where you may browse local shops for souvenirs, capture memorable photographs, or simply soak up the unique atmosphere of Athens' oldest neighborhood. After your visit, rejoin your coach for the return drive to the ship.
Points of interest
Acropolis
Temple of Olympian Zeus
Old Olympic Stadium
Schedule
Special Notes
This tour is not available to passengers beginning or ending their voyage in Piraeus (Athens).
Please be aware that ongoing restoration work is often carried out at the sites visited.
Tour requires a walk of 180-300 yards from the ship to the motorcoach and participants must be able to climb a few steps unassisted to board the transportation. Some walking is also required to reach the area beneath the Acropolis. Wear comfortable non-skid walking shoes.
Photo stops in downtown Athens as stated in the description are not guaranteed and will only be made from the bus if time and daily traffic regulations allow.