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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.
Visit athens: get started
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
DESTINATION FACTS
Language
GreekWhat 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.Important Info
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.
EXPERIENCE TAILOR-MADE TOUR PACKAGES
Seaside Escape at King Saron Hotel
Tour starting at
$1,899 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Seaside Escape at Kalamaki Beach
Tour starting at
$1,908 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Historical Greece
Tour starting at
$2,355 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Best of Greece
Tour starting at
$2,507 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Cycladic Explorer
Tour starting at
$2,648 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Gems of Greece
Island Discovery
Tour starting at
$2,791 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Cycladic Discovery
Tour starting at
$2,873 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Cycladic & Crete Adventure
Tour starting at
$2,886 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Island Delights
Tour starting at
$3,014 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
A Taste of Greece
Tour starting at
$3,020 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Cycladic Adventures
Tour starting at
$3,104 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
Charming Cyclades
Tour starting at
$3,532 CAD
per adult
Base fare, surcharges, fees, taxes and charges
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