Hydra

Greece Hydra, Poros, and Egina Cruise from Athens, VIP Option

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Clock Tower, Poros, Saronic Gulf Islands, AtticaPoros islandDuration: 1 hourStop At: Aegina Waterfront, Aegina Town, Aegina, Saronic Gulf Islands, AtticaAegina islandDuration: 2 hoursStop At: Poros port, Poros, Saronic Gulf Islands, AtticaPoros islandDuration: 1 hourStop At: Flisvos Marina, Paleo Faliro, AtticaDeparture point for boats ANNA MARU and PLATYTERADuration: 20 minutesStop At: Harriets Hydra Horses, Hydra Town, Hydra, Saronic Gulf Islands, AtticaHydra islandDuration: 1 hourStop At: Temple of Aphaia, Aegina, Saronic Gulf Islands, AtticaAegina islandDuration: 1 hour

Mycenae, Nafplio, and Epidaurus Private Tour from Athens

ItineraryDay 1: Mycenae - Nafplio - EpidaurusStop At: The Great Theatre of Epidaurus, Epidavros, Argolis Region, PeloponneseThe oldest theater in the world with the amazing acousticsDuration: 2 hoursStop At: Archaeological Site Mycenae, Mycenae, Argolis Region, PeloponneseThe home of King AgamemnonDuration: 2 hoursStop At: Palamidi Castle, Nafplio, Argolis Region, PeloponneseWalk down the 999 steps and enjoy the amazing views of the waterDuration: 1 hourStop At: Corinth Canal, Corinth, Corinthia Region, PeloponneseA quick stop to loop around the canalDuration: 15 minutesMeals included: • LunchAccommodation included: Overnight opposite Hydra island in a great guesthouse with panoramic sea viewsDay 2: Hydra islandStop At: Point of service / Bank / ATM EthnikiVisit the cosmopolitan island of Hydra; the hiding place of the rich and famousDuration: 6 hoursMeals included: • BreakfastAccommodation included: Overnight opposite HydraDay 3: Spetses islandStop At: Spetses Museum, Spetses, Saronic Gulf Islands, AtticaAnother great island to spend the day before heading back to AthensDuration: 5 hoursMeals included: • BreakfastAccommodation included: Overnight opposite HydraDay 4: Optional visit and stay at the Arcadia mountains, villages & monasteriesStop At: Dimitsana squareThe most beautiful village in the mountains of Arcadia in central PeloponneseDuration: 2 hoursStop At: Moni Agiou Ioanni Prodromou, Stemnitsa, Arkadia Region, PeloponneseThe amazing cliff hanging monasteryDuration: 1 hour 30 minutesStop At: Water Power MuseumWe shall be visiting the Water-Power Museum containing a reconstructed watermill, tannery and gunpowder mill showing how the basic pre-industrial techniques used water as the main energy source for the production of various products.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Pantopolion en Stemnitsa, Stemnitsa, Arkadia Region, PeloponneseThis stone built village is our lunch locationDuration: 1 hourMeals included: • Breakfast • LunchNo accommodation included on this day.

Poros, Hydra, and Aegina Cruise from Athens

Take a day cruise from Athens to the fabulous Greek islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina for a relaxing day on the sea. With all your transport, transfers and buffet lunch organized, you can sit back and enjoy your leisurely day cruise with free time on each island to explore. After transferring from Athens to port by motor coach, you'll set sail for the island of Poros, where you'll have free time for strolling and shopping.Next, it's on to the island of Hydra. You will have about 1 hour and 45 minutes at leisure to enjoy the unique charms of Hydra island, whose amphitheater shape once served as a safe shelter for Saronic Pirates. From the decks, you will be able to admire the very special architecture and dramatic landscapes of this island, whose old traditional stone houses and mansions silently stand witness to a long and turbulent history.Upon arrival in Egina (Aegina) you can either join an excursion to the Temple of Aphaia (cost not included) or take a walk around the main town. Aegina is one of the Saronic islands of Greece in the Saronic Gulf. The lovely island is only 31 miles (50 kilometers) from Athens, and is a popular getaway for Athenians during the summer months. After sailing back to port you'll be transferred to Athens.

Day Trip to Hydra Island from Athens

After being picked up from your Athens hotel at approximately 8am, you will be taken to Piraeus Port to embark on the ferry for Hydra. After less than 2 hours by ferry, you will reach the famous island. You will then have seven hours to independently explore Hydra.Hydra was once a destination popular with fashionable artists during the sixties and has kept a highly cosmopolitan character. There are no cars or motorcycles; garbage trucks are the only motor vehicles permitted on the island. Spend your day walking around Hydra Town admiring the stone houses with flowered gardens, lovely gift shops and picturesque paved streets. Donkeys, bicycles, and water taxis provide public transportation. Hydra has a variety of swimming spots and beaches, some close to town and some remote and secluded, accessible only by boat. Lounge cafeterias, port-side bars and loud clubs are found all over the town with options that can satisfy all tastes.Enjoy a day full of experiences on your own and in the afternoon, take the ferry back to Athens at the conclusion of the tour. You will be transferred back to your centrally located Athens hotel at approximately 8pm.

Peloponnese Private Sightseeing Tour and Wi-Fi, Lunch, Pickup

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Corinth Canal, Corinth, Corinthia Region, PeloponneseQuick stop for photos of the canalDuration: 15 minutesStop At: Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos), Corinth, Corinthia Region, PeloponneseVisit Ancient Corinth at a relaxed pace.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Archaeological Site Mycenae, Mycenae, Argolis Region, PeloponneseMycenae is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and home to some of Greece’s most famous ancient ruins. Wander around the archaeological site and accompanying museum.Duration: 1 hour 30 minutesStop At: Nafplio City Tour, Nafplio, Argolis Region, PeloponneseNafplio town, the first capital of Geece, is famous for its historic architecture. Visit the famous Venetian fortress of Palamidi in Nafplio and optionally, walk down the 999 steps enjoying the most amazing views. Walk through the beautiful narrow streets of the old town.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: The Great Theatre of Epidaurus, Epidavros, Argolis Region, PeloponneseEpidaurus, another Unesco World Heritage Site, is home to an ancient, beautifully preserved theater. Discover the landmark at your leisure.Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Jewels of the Saronic All Day Cruise to Hydra-Poros-Moni-Aegina

Don't start your day panicking about missing the boat, we will come to pick you up from your hotel in Athens. Admire the scenic views of Athens sleepy city streets while sipping your Greek coffee and picturing the fun day ahead. We will embark at Marina Zeas at 7:45am heading towards the spectacular Island of Hydra. The island is famous for its green surroundings, elegant stone mansions, white sandy beaches and its donkeys. We will leave the crystal clear waters of Hydra at 11:30pm heading towards our 2nd stop of the day- the island of Poros. We will dock at the port for about 11/2 hours and here, we invite you to indulge yourself with a delicious culinary experience at our local tavern (included in your price). Poros is an island with a rich flora of pine forests, picturesque villages and great panoramic views. Ready to hit the water? Welcome to Moni- this gorgeous and unique island has no inhabitants but is populated with law protected deer, wild goats, rabbits and peacocks. Jump off the yacht, snorkel, swim around the boat, or swim to the island. From here, we will start sailing again to our last destination of the day, the most beautiful and lively Island in the Saronic Sea-Aegina. Brimming with history, Aegina was the first capital of modern Greece and it is famous for hosting two of the most remarkable monuments in Greece- The Temple of Apollo & The Temple of Aphaia. Wander through its pretty windy streets, try their pistachios and ice cream. On the islands, you will have the fantastic opportunity to explore the main attractions, buy souvenirs, engage with the locals and experience the Greek life or just simply swim, relax and enjoy. At approx. 6pm we will sail back to the port of Marina Zeas while enjoying the ambiance of an excellent music, delicious Mediterranean fruits, coffee, and snacks. ITINERARY DEPARTURE Marina Zeas       8am Hydra              11:30pm Poros                 2pm Moni                   4pm Aegina                6pm * our arrival and departure times may deviate from the schedule Interest points in Hydra: elegant stone mansions, Historical Archive Museum of Hydra, small cove beaches. Interest points in Poros: Temple of Poseidon, Clock Tower, Pigi Monastery, lively atmosphere. Interest points in Moni: swarming fauna, flora, hiking, fishing. Interest points in Aegina: Temple of Aphaia Atena, Archeological Museum of Aegina, Kolona (Ancient Aegina), Tower of Markellos, the beach of Agia Marina, breath-taking nature.