OPTIONAL TOURS
The organizers will arrange, exclusively for the accompanying persons but also for the Speakers of the Conference, local tours of cultural and historical character through which the participants will have the opportunity to get a glimpse of the culture and leisure of Greece. The tours will be escorted by professional English-speaking guide.
Friday, 30 August
Full day cruise – DISCOVER 3 HIDDEN GEMS IN ATHENS IN A ONE-DAY CRUISE
Explore Hydra, Poros & Aegina. Discover three of the most beautiful & historical islands in one day. The inspiring cruise offers first-class services, fine dining, and top entertainment.
AEGINA PANORAMIC TOUR
Crossing the Northern part by bus, the most beautiful part of Aegina with its crystal blue water and its traditional houses! Discovering the hidden jewels of the island, with fantastic views and amazing colors as well as big plantations of pistachio trees. Six stops at the most significant sightseeing of the island (listed below) without getting of the bus (photo stops), a twenty-minute stop at the Monastery of St. Nektarios, followed by a stop at a traditional Greek “taverna” for our passengers to try local delicacies. During the excursion, the host/ess is giving all the information needed upon pistachio nuts, the island’s history and many fun facts.
1st stop: Ancient city of Aegina- Archaeological site of Kolona.
2nd stop: “The mother of Aegina” statue by Christos Kapralos, one of the most important Greek sculptors.
3rd stop: The house of Nikos Kazantzakis, famous writer of “Alexis Zorbas” (the movie of Michalis Kakogiannis with Antony Queen and Irene Papas – Zorba the Greek).
4th stop: Souvala.
5th stop: Panoramic View. 6th stop: View of small chapels up in the hill of the medieval capital of the island, famous Palaiochora.
7th stop: Monastery of Saint Nektarios.
8th stop: Greek Traditional Restaurant, where our visitors get to try “ouzo”, Greece’s national aperitif alongside with some of the most popular Greek food specialties “meze”, mainly based on seafood.
Tour: 1h 30min. Bus transportation, guided tour and tasting at the Greek restaurant included in the price.
HYDRA WALKING TOUR
As Hydra is the only Greek island without cars, here we propose our unique Walking Tour. The island holds many “titles” such as cosmopolitan, historic, heroic, thus there is a great history to be explained by our host/ess. Some of the sightseeing included are:
· Right after the disembarkation from the cruise ship a short briefing is taken place before the tour.
· Oldest Navy School of Europe (dated by the 18th century in a neoclassical building)
· The statue of captain “Miaouli” who represents the modern history of Hydra as well as the efforts and contribution to the victory of the Greeks against the Turks during the war of the independence of Greece in 1821.
· The donkeys- Hydra’s main mean of transportation!
· Oldest pastry shop of the island where hospitality and a treat of the famous sweets called “amygdalota” prepared with rose water, almonds and orange flowers, is enjoyed by the visitor.
· Going down to the harbor we will see the hospital and the Town Hall.
· The monastery dedicated to the Assumption of Virgin Mary and its miraculous icon. It was built in the 16th century and the decoration in its interior is very rich because of donations by rich captains and admirals that leaved all their wealth in the monastery.
· The Ecclesiastical and Byzantine Museum of the monastery admiring icons and ecclesiastical items of the 17 – 18 – 19th centuries’, is a very important part of the tour.
Tour: 1h 10min Guided tour, pastry tasting and entrance to the Cathedral’s
07.10 – 07.40 | Embarkation Time
08.00 | Departure Time
07.40 | Return Time
Port of Calls
Hydra – 1 hour & 45 min stay
Poros – 50 min stay
Aegina – 2 hours stay
Tip: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and casual clothing for the best experience. When visiting temples or religious sites, it is advisable for visitors to dress in attire that is not sleeveless, does not include short skirts or revealing clothing. Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are strongly advised, especially during the summer months.
Minimum participation to materialize the tour is 30 persons.
RATES
| TYPE OF PASSENGER | ECONOMY CLASS | VIP CLASS |
| Adults: | € 180 | € 240 |
| Children: (5 – 11 yrs) | € 130 | € 160 |
| Infants: (0 – 4 yrs) | FOC | FOC |
| ECONOMY CLASS RATES INCLUDES: | VIP CLASS RATES INCLUDES: |
| – 12 hour cruise | – 12 hour cruise |
| – Lunch buffet on board | – Business class buffet (served in a separated area from standard class passengers) |
| – Live music and folkloric show for entertainment | – Live music and folkloric show fro entertainment |
| – RT transfer to the port | – RT transfer to the port |
| – Walking Tour Hydra | – Walking tour in Hydra or Panoramic Tour in Aegina (Choice between one of these shorex) |
| – Panoramic Tour Aegina | – Fast lane embarkation and disembark |
| – Port Taxes | – Port Taxes |
| – VAT | – VAT |
Saturday, 31 August
Half day Tour – Visit Acropolis Site & Slopes
History comes alive inside the Acropolis! A masterpiece of the ancient Greek world, this architectural gem has awed locals for generations. Discover its captivating tales through the eyes of a passionate local in an Athens Acropolis tour!
09.30 | Departure from Lagonisi Grand Resort
10.30 | Arrival at Acropolis Site (Guiding )
13.30 | Transfer to Lagonisi Grand Resort
14.15 | Arrival at the Resort
Tip: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and casual clothing for the best experience. When visiting temples or religious sites, it is advisable for visitors to dress in attire that is not sleeveless, does not include short skirts or revealing clothing. Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are strongly advised, especially during the summer months.
RATE FOR HALF DAY TOUR
| Adult / Children | € 80 |
Minimum participation to materialize the tour is 30 persons.
| RATE INCLUDES: |
| – Transportation with bus from / to Lagonisi |
| – Acropolis & Slopes Guiding |
| – Guide |
| – Whispers for the guests for high quality of guidance |
| – Entrance fees of Archaeological Sites |
| – Local Taxes |
| – VAT |
Sunday, 01 September
Half Day Tour – Visit Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon
In this tour of Cape Sounion you will be charmed by the serene Athens Riviera and enchanted by the Temple of Poseidon. Driving along, you will be captivated by the breathtaking Saronic Sea on your way to paying tribute to Poseidon, the God of the sea!
Witness the crowning jewel…Cape Sounion dominated by the spectacular Temple of Poseidon.
09.30 | Departure from Lagonisi Grand Resort
10.15 | Arrival at Cape Sounio (Guiding Teple of Poseidon & Temple of Athena
13.30 | Transfer to Lagonisi Grand Resort
14.15 | Arrival at the Resort
Tip: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and casual clothing for the best experience. When visiting temples or religious sites, it is advisable for visitors to dress in attire that is not sleeveless, does not include short skirts or revealing clothing. Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are strongly advised, especially during the summer months.
RATE FOR HALF DAY TOUR
| Adult / Children | € 80 |
Minimum participation to materialize the tour is 30 persons.
| RATE INCLUDES: |
| – Transportation with bus from / to Lagonisi |
| – Temple of Poseidon Guiding |
| – Temple of Athena Guiding |
| – Guide |
| – Whispers for the guests for high quality of guidance |
| – Entrance fees of Archaeological Sites |
| – Local Taxes |
| – VAT |
Monday, 02 September
Full Day Tour Nafplio – EXPERIENCE THE IRRESISTIBLE CHARM OF CREECE’S FIRST CAPITAL
Nafplio spans centuries of rich and fascinating history. From myths associated with Ancient Greek gods and heroes to tales of conquerors, such as Venetians and Turks, to the city becoming the first capital of Greece in 1829 after the country’s liberation from Ottoman occupation, the history of Nafplio is written all over sun-drenched ruins, mighty fortress walls and beautiful neoclassical mansions.
By exploring Nafplio, you explore the vast history of not just one region, but of an entire nation, Greece. Apart from history, in Nafplio you will marvel at gorgeous architecture, venture out to enjoy the stunning surrounding countryside and sample some of the best Greek wine.
08.30 | Departure from Lagonisi Grand Resort
10.30 | Arrival at Nafplio and meeting with our representative
11.00 | Palamidi Guiding (duration 1 hour)
12.15 | Nafplio Historic Center Guiding (duration 1,5 hour)
13.45 | Tasting Tour (includes Greek Cheese Tasting, Organic Honey Varieties, Loukoumades, Greek Coffee)
(duration 1,5 hour)
15.00 | Free time
15.30 | Departure from Nafplio
17.30 | Arrival at Lagonisi Grand Resort
Tip: We suggest you wear comfortable shoes and a hat for sun protection
RATE FOR ONE DAY TOUR
| Adult/ Children | € 100 |
Minimum participation to materialize the tour is 30 persons.
RATE INCLUDES:
| – Transportation with bus from / to Lagonisi |
| – Palamidi Guiding |
| – Nafplio Historic Center Guiding |
| – Tasting Tour |
| – Guide |
| – Whispers for the guests for high quality of guidance |
| – Local Taxes |
| – VAT |
