Going for Excursions in Athens happens to be the favored pastimes for visitors coming to Greece. Tourists can avail of the varied excursion packages from Athens to its surrounding areas. The Excursions in Athens helps you to explore the varied parts and surroundings of Athens.
Take a trip to one of the "isles of Greece." Athens Excursions include many day trips by boat from Piraeus to the beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf. Marvel at the beauty of the Aegina, Poros, Spetses and Hydra. As these excursion packages are highly in demand it is always better to book these packages a few days before the scheduled date.Athens Tours take visitors to Attica. According to legend, Theseus clubbed together the 12 towns of Attica under the leadership of Athens. Attics countryside is famous for wine grapes, olives, honey, grains, fruits as well as marble. See all these and a lot more.
During the excursions in Athens, Greece you can visit the following places:
Temple of Poseidon
The Temple of Poseidon was built in 444BC. It stands on the tip of Cape Sounion overlooking the Aegean Sea. Nature lovers coming here can enjoy a marvelous sunset. The site is open daily for visitors from 10 in the morning. Drive along the panoramic coastal road from Athens in a car or bus. From the city center there are regular local bus services to Mavromateon. The bus stop is located in a side street next to the National Archaeological Museum.
Mt. Parnitha
The site is located 20 kilometers north of the city. Visit the National Park of Mt. Parnitha. Take a respite from the hustle and the bustle of the daily life. The Park is positioned at an altitude of 1000 meters. You can either reach the top of the mountain or follow the road. For the convenience of the travelers there are also arrangements of cable car, know as "teleferic".
Peania Caves
Excursions in Athens take you to the Peania Caves. Visitors to escape the heat of the summer often come to the caves at Peania. It is a perfect destination during the summers. There are no modes of public transport to reach the place except cars. The Caves are famous for the beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.
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