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What to do and see in West Attica Region, Attica: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Discover the best top things to do in West Attica Region, Greece including Kayak, Discover the ancient mysteries!, Private Tour to Elefsina: Mysteries in Ancient times, Day trip to Ancient Olympia from Athens, Full day Argolida Tour from Athens, Holf-day trip to Corinth from Athens.
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1. Kayak
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit the archaeological site of Eleusis
Inclusions: Free hotel pickup and drop-off included, Free Piraeus port pickup and drop-off included, Everything that involves the vehicle, Private tour is operated with just your party and driver, Family friendly, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Professional guide in the site (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)
Reviewed By aac23rd
Our Airbnb host suggested we could use Cat Taxis to transfer from the airport to the apartment. Terry was very helpful when I phoned to book and, on our arrival and transfer, gave so much information, hints and tips to help us make the most of our stay in Athens. We would not have received so much advice and information had we just booked a standard transfer with a holiday company. We were so impressed and grateful that we decided to use them again for our transfer back at the end of our holiday.
2. Discover the ancient mysteries!
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We don’t know for sure what actually they were doing at the mysteries, but we know that they had the answer to the universal question: "what happens after death". In Eleusis archaeological site and museum, we will see the path to underworld that Persephone took and all the places the myth of “Grab of Persephone” describe. We will wonder and maybe discover why great people such as Plato, Aristotle, Sophocles, Pindar and many others were initiated into them. • Eleusis is a place that makes you feel more hopeful and your shoulders lighter. You will realize the similarity of the ancient rituals the new religions like Christianity or Buddhism. • What about swimming with a mask over a sunken city? • This experience is not a walk in monuments, with monologues like teaching. It’s soul rebirth! • If you are interesting in history, philosophy, soul rebirth, holistic medicine and you also love sun and sea food, you are going to love it!
Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, diving mask, Towels
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Reviewed By 853irena
This is a wonderful experience that I would recommend to anyone who has an interest in Greek history and/or mythology. Pan collected us from right outside our apartment which was really handy and welcomed us with traditional Greek bread with sesame seeds from the bakery. There was also plenty of water being chilled for us in a cooler. The car was comfortable and clean and had good air conditioning which was very welcome on such a hot day. From the beginning, Pan was really friendly and talkative and we had some really interesting discussions before we even got to our first site. En route to Delphi, we passed the site where the Battle of Marathon took place and learned about the background and story surrounding it. We did not stop here which was fine as it was never planned anyway. Also en route, we passed the ancient city of Thebes and learned about the story of Oedipus. Our first stop was just before Delphi at a viewpoint which was a wonderful place overlooking a beautiful valley. There were portable toilets here. Then we went on to Delphi which was a truly spectacular experience. Pan was very well versed in the history of the area and helped us visualise what the place looked like in its prime. The views from Delphi were beautiful and the ruins left behind were fascinating to see. The cost of entry is not included in the price of this experience and Pan does not enter the site with you, but there are plenty of information boards to explain each attraction. The ticket cost 10 or 12 euros and also included entry into the museum which houses all of the recovered statues and artefacts from Delphi. After this stop (which probably lasted about 2 hours or so) Pan took us to an incredible restaurant for lunch which stunning views over a valley and out to sea. The staff were great and the food was delicious as well as the local ‘Delphi beer’. The cost of lunch is not included in this experience but it is very reasonably priced. Thereafter, we continued our journey to the home village of Pan in the mountains of Parnassus. It is a very charming little village and has two ancient ruined temples on the outskirts. One to Apollo and one to Artemis. There is also a lovely stream next to these ruins with a really interesting story which Pan explains well. After this stop, we made our way to Thermopylae, the site of the ancient battle where 300 Spartans, Thespians and local soldiers held off a huge army of Persians for a short time. We happened to be there on the anniversary of this battle from 2,500 years ago which made it all the more special. Pan again explained the story and took us to exactly where the battle took place. There are monuments there to remember the soldiers and even to this day, flowers and wreaths are left there! After this we drove home and in total the trip lasted 12 hours. There is a lot of time spent in the car but this is a necessity and is balanced out by the amazing sites we got to see and the great conversations we had with Pan. It is a trip we could never manage ourselves and to have the local and expert knowledge of Pan made it really special. Definitely one of the biggest highlights of our trip to Athens!!
3. Private Tour to Elefsina: Mysteries in Ancient times
Discover the myths and rituals of Elefsina (Eleusis), a sacred ancient site outside of Athens. Travel by climate-controlled minivan with a private English-speaking guide to the birthplace of the playwright Aeschylus and home of the Eleusinian Mysteries and explore ancient ruins of temples, arches, and fountains.
Inclusions: Transportation by luxury air conditioned vehicle, Professional & licensed guide, Hotel pick up and drop off, Local taxes, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By Lulupsu
The weather was against us but the guide was sunny and kept up our spirits. The site is so engaging and significant i was honored to be there.
4. Day trip to Ancient Olympia from Athens
Begin your wonderful private tour, tailored to your needs, with an English speaking trained driver along the highway coastal road towards the West through the historic cities of Elefsina and Megara. The first stop to take photos, after almost one hour driving, is the Corinth Canal, a canal approx. 6 km long connecting the Aegean with the Ionian Sea. Driving afterwards trough the hills of Corinth, among thousands of olive trees and vineyards, and the mountains of Arkadia you will arrive at prefecture of Elias where you will visit the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia and the museum.
Inclusions: English-speaking and knowledgeable driver-guide, Brand new vehicle, Petrol costs, Toll fees, Parking fees, All taxes
Exclusions: Entrance fees to sites & museums, Personal purchases during the tour, Licensed guide (we can arrange a professional guide for you upon request), Food and beverages (we can arrange meals/snacks and drinks for you upon request)
5. Full day Argolida Tour from Athens
Leaving Athens behind you'll be driven on the coastal road towards the West through the historic cities of Elefsina and Megara. The first stop to take photos, after approximately one hour driving, is the Corinth Canal, a canal approx. 6 km long connecting the Aegean with the Ionian Sea. Driving afterwards trough the hills of Corinth, among thousands of olive trees and vineyards, you’ll arrive at prefecture of Argolis where you will visit the archaeological site of Mycenae, Museum & Treasure of Atreus. After concluding your visit to Mycenae you’ll be driven through the plain of Argos among endless farms of orange trees and you will arrive to the picturesque town of Nafplion. There you may visit Bourtzi, Acronauplia, either by the vehicle either by using 999 stairsteps. From Nafplion, driving through the winding roads of Argolis, you are going to visit Epidaurus, famous for it’s ancient theatre and the sanctuary of Asclepios.
Inclusions: English-speaking and knowledgeable driver-guide, Brand new vehicle, Pick-up and drop-off service from/to your accommodation or other location in Athens, Petrol costs, Toll fees, Parking fees, All taxes
Exclusions: Entrance fees to sites & museums, Personal purchases during the tour, Gratuities (tips are at your discretion), Licensed guide (we can arrange a professional guide for you upon request), Food and beverages (we can arrange meals/snacks and drinks for you upon request)
6. Holf-day trip to Corinth from Athens
Begin your wonderful private tour, tailored to your needs, with an English speaking trained driver along the highway coastal road towards the West through the historic cities of Elefsina and Megara. The first stop, after almost one hour driving, is the Corinth Canal. Twenty minutes later you will arrive at the small town of Ancient Corinth. This is the major stop of your tour. Afterwards you'll be driven to visit Acrocorinth, the acropolis of ancient Corinth, where an imposing fortress was later built in the site. Finally, before heading back to Athens you’ll be driven to a Winery.
Inclusions: English-speaking and knowledgeable driver-guide, Brand new vehicle, Petrol costs, Toll fees, Parking fees, All taxes
Exclusions: Entrance fees to sites & museums, Personal purchases during the tour, Licensed guide (we can arrange a professional guide for you upon request), Food and beverages (we can arrange meals/snacks and drinks for you upon request)
