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Athens infuses its heritage with modern flair for a cultural clash of civilizations. Reigning over the city atop a rocky throne is an ancient, architectural wonder. You can spot it wherever you are: milling about markets, sitting in back-street cafés or drifting through bohemian neighbourhoods. You can’t hide from history, but you can tip your hat to the old gods, while worshipping what's new.

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Ready for a history lesson? Visit Athens' top attractions! Learn about Greek culture when you tour the Acropolis of Athens, the Parthenon and the Acropolis museum. Pick the best way to get there with packages that include flights to Athens from Canadian cities and your choice of the best hotels. Athens is also a great gateway to Greek island hopping tours!

ATHENS TRAVEL GUIDE

Athens
DESTINATION FACTS

Language

Greek

What to eat

Pastitsio, moussaka, horta or vleeta (boiled greens), saganaki (fried cheese) and sweets like loukomades (fried dough coated in honey).

What to bring back

Greek coffee, ouzo, olive oil or olive oil beauty products, Stavros Melissinos’ famous handmade leather sandals, or a traditional bouzouki (you can get mini, handmade versions!).

Fun Fact

Greece is a country of myths, including the one behind the naming of its capital city. Local lore claims that gods Poseidon and Athena competed for patronage of the city with different gifts and the goddess of war’s olive tree won over the people more than the sea god’s salt-water spring.

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For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
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Cycladic Explorer

Tour starting at  $2,325 CAD  per adult
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Island Delights

Tour starting at  $2,718 CAD  per adult
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Cycladic Adventures

Tour starting at  $2,769 CAD  per adult
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Simply Crete

Tour starting at  $3,096 CAD  per adult
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FIND YOUR TRAVEL STYLE IN EUROPE

GUIDED TOURS

Let us show you around your favourite destinations in Europe with our guided tours.

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INDEPENDENT ESCAPES

Make your own way around Europe, but let us plan the details, from flights to hotels.

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ISLAND HOPPING

Answer the call of the best Greek islands, from the Aegean to the Ionian to the Cyclades.

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CRUISE VACATIONS

On your horizon: sailing between top European cities with the best cruise lines!

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FAMILY FUN

Bring your family to Europe with non-guided tours including kid-friendly activities!

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