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Ancient Marvels & Eternal City

Ferdi Tunalı

8 Jan 2024

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Embark on a captivating journey through Athens and Rome, where ancient marvels meet vibrant culture. Discover the iconic Acropolis, stroll through the enchanting Vatican Museums, and toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain. Immerse yourself in history, art, and mouthwatering cuisine on this unforgettable adventure.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Athens Delights

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$112

Panathenaic Stadium

Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & tours.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$48

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Athens National Garden

Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Acropolis Museum

Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$64

Day 2Majestic Rome

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$220

Temple of Olympian Zeus

Vast temple begun in 6th century B.C. on the site of an ancient outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Zeus.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$28

23 - 34 min

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Directions

Parthenon

Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$96

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Acropolis of Athens

Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$96

Day 3Artistic Wonders

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$136

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$ 6

Philopappos Hill

Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

17 - 26 min

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Directions

Ancient Agora of Athens

Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$48

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Little Kook

Popular, fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet & savory crêpes & other treats amid whimsical decor.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Central Athens "Varvakios" Markets

Fish, meat & produce are sold at this central market, also featuring restaurants.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

National Archaeological Museum

Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$88

Day 4Timeless Treasures

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$75

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$ 6

Allou! Fun Park

Whimsical amusement park with rides & games for multiple age ranges, plus concessions.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Stavros Niarchos Park

Expansive green space next to a cultural center with landscaped walking paths & a playground.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

Modern cultural hub with a national library, opera house, theater & surrounding park.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1016 In total

Activities & Food:$979

Transport:$37

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Athens Delights

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$68

St. Peter's Basilica

Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Vatican Museums

Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$68

Day 2Majestic Rome

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$148

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$ 14

Janiculum Hill

This historic, well-known hilltop terrace offers panoramic views of Rome.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Castel Sant'Angelo

Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$84

10 - 12 min

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Pantheon

Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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$64

Day 3Artistic Wonders

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$80

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$ 7

Borghese Gallery and Museum

Villa housing 15th- to 18th-century artworks with pieces by Bernini & Caravaggio. Booking essential.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$80

9 - 11 min

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Piazza di Spagna

Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Trevi Fountain

Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.

11:40 AM - 12:20 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Piazza Navona

Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.

12:50 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Timeless Treasures

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$140

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$ 7

Colosseum

Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$72

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Circus Maximus

Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Roman Forum

Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$68

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Campo de' Fiori

Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1016 In total

Activities & Food:$979

Transport:$37