Attractions

Byzantine and Ottoman Athens Tour

Athens, Greece

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Overview

Duration

Languages

English

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

It is a comprehensive visit to Plaka offering a guided tour to important monuments and landmarks related to the Byzantine and Ottoman periods of Athens, both of which gave Athens its modern identity.
We will visit Byzantine Churches and see mosques and frescoes that tell the struggle of the Orthodox against Islam and their torture. We will visit a monastery in the middle of the capital. The tour is suitable for people who want to learn new cultures or are accustomed to the Ottoman and Christian interaction. Τhe tour comprises entrance to relevant museums (no added cost)

What to remember

Important info

Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included

In-person guide which the driver also. Small talk and personal stories from the lives of Byzantine Emperors

What's not included

Snacks. Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens (Admission per person is 3 Euros) this just optional

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

paraskevi zografou

Meeting Point

The traveler needs to wait at the meeting point while I have a signboard with the name of the Lead traveler for them to easily notice me and right after they booked, they need to send me the exact address of the hotel where they are staying so we can make arrangement for the pickup.