Athens, Greece from AED1,710

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AED1,710

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Created: Saturday 2 December 2023 - Departure: Sunday 17 March 2024

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Athens gets its name from the goddess of wisdom Athena, who is honoured by the magnificent Acropolis, which towers over the modern, cosmopolitan city that Athens is today. Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world and it is the birthplace of western philosophy, democracy and theatre. To this day, the Greek capital remains a major global centre of culture, with its historic centre, iconic classical sites and museums brimming with artefacts from ancient Greece. The Acropolis, topped by the emblematic Parthenon, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cars have been banned from the historic centre, which has become the most striking pedestrian promenade in Europe. In this archaeological park, visitors will see the contrasting nature of this ancient metropolis, with the opportunity to visit the New Acropolis Museum, a high-tech modern structure with light and airy exhibition spaces, as well as the National Archaeological Museum, the largest archaeological museum in Greece, built in the 19th century and dedicated to ancient Greek art. The Acropolis and Mount Lycavittos, the city’s highest points, are used as landmarks as they can be seen from most places in the Plaka, the old historical neighbourhood. The Plaka is under the Acropolis and stretches almost to Syntagma, home of the Greek Parliament. For a taste of the hedonistic Athenian lifestyle, one should visit Monastiraki, where locals go to eat, drink and socialise. The night belongs to Psirri, a vibrant neighbourhood known for its bars, live music venues and lively nightclubs. Southeast of the city centre, a glorious stretch of coast offers dreamy views over the shimmering blue Aegean Sea. Surely few European capitals can boast sandy beaches and clean water for swimming within such easy reach. Athens therefore offers the best of both worlds – a fantastic city break as well as a lazy beach holiday. Athenians are surprisingly friendly and outgoing and their enthusiasm for life’s pleasurable pursuits is so infectious that even the most reserved traveller will take time out for endless coffees and evening strolls, dine out until late and enjoy the city’s nightlife, long after the rest of Europe has gone to bed.

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17 Mar

Departure transport

Departure

Royal Jordanian

07:00 - Dubai, Dubai Intl (DXB)

11:50 - Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos Intl (ATH)

1 PC 1 stopover

Royal Jordanian - RJ 613

07:00 - Dubai, Dubai Intl (DXB)

09:25 - Amman, Queen Alia Intl (AMM)

Transport: RJ613

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: ECONOMY SUPER SAVER

55m - Connection in Amman, Queen Alia Intl (AMM)

Royal Jordanian - RJ 131

10:20 - Amman, Queen Alia Intl (AMM)

11:50 - Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos Intl (ATH)

Transport: RJ131

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: ECONOMY SUPER SAVER

17 Mar

Hotel

5 Nights

Spot Apart, Front of property - evening/night

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Spot Apart 9 Very good

Athens - to 0.2 miles from the centerROOM ONLY139 Solonos & Patousa, Athens 10677 Special offer apartment: non refundable

A stay at Spot Apart places you in the heart of Athens, just a 4-minute walk from National Archaeological Museum and within a 5-minute drive of Syntagma Square. This guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Acropolis and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Parthenon.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a vending machine.Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. 32-inch flat-screen televisions and DVD players are provided, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage.

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19 Mar

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