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1821 the Heroes of the Greek war of independence…
Athens
The capital of Greece and took its name from Athena, goddess of wisdom. Athens is one of the world’s oldest cities, with its recorded history spanning approximately 3,400 years. Ancient Athens was a powerful city-state and the place where democracy, philosophy, literature, medicine, science, the arts and architecture were born. The brilliance of this city has ongoing cultural and political impact on European and Western Civilization.
Hydra: The noble island in the Argo Saronic Gulf
Hydra, built in the shape of an Amphitheatre on a slope overlooking the Argosaronic gulf, is one of the most romantic destinations in Greece. Traditional stone mansions, narrow cobblestoned streets, secluded squares and above all the banning of cars and the use of around 500 donkeys as means of public transportation, explain the reason why Hydra preserved its distinctive atmosphere through the passage of time.
The island experienced exceptional economic growth in the past thanks to its great naval and commercial activity. The Hydriots contributed significantly also to the 1821 War of Independence as their powerful fleet participated in crucial sea battles.
Spetses
Spetses, an island boasting a long naval tradition, is famous for its significant contribution to the 1821 War of Independence. It was here that the revolution flag was raised on 3rd April 1821. The island has managed to retain its individual traditional character thanks to its well-preserved grand captain mansions, still bearing eloquent witness to the island’s glorious past. The picturesque old harbor and Dápia, a tourist and commercial center where the heart of the island’s entertainment beats, are the trademarks of the town of Spetses.
Arrival and guided visit to the National Historical Museum and to the Hellenic Maritime Museum in Piraeus area. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Athens.
Breakfast, check out and transfer to Costa to embark to a boat taxi to Spetses. Upon arrival meet and greet your assistant and transfer to your hotel. Time at your leisure. Overnight in Spetses.
Breakfast and get ready to explore the highlights of the island, such as the House of Bouboulina – a heroine that played a significant role in the 1821 Greek War of Independence and today her home now serves as a museum, the House of Hatzigiannis Mexis – hosts a museum exhibiting relics from the War of Independence, letters written by war heroes like Kolokotronis and Athanasios Diakos, a folk art collection and the relics of Bouboulina, the Church of Panyia Armata – this rural church was built between 1824 and 1830 to honor the victory of the Greek warriors against the Ottoman fleet and much more. Overnight in Spetses.
Breakfast and heat to the island’s sun-drenched beaches and swim in blue waters with a beautiful pine forest view. Enjoy the nightlife of the island. Overnight in Spetses.
Breakfast, check out and get ready to leave the island of Spetses, board in your ferry to Hydra Island. Upon arrival in Hydra meet and greet with your assistant and transfer to your hotel. Time at your leisure. Overnight in Hydra.
Breakfast and start of your guided walking tour. Lavish Historical stone mansions owned by important Greek families (Voulgaris, Kountouriotis, Tmbazis, Kriezis, Bountouris etc.), and built by Italian artisans reveal the wealth that the island has experienced in the past. Visit the Historical Archive-Museum of Hydra. The museum showcases rare archive material related to the history, tradition and culture of the island from 1708 to 1865 . It includes an Archive Section, a Museum Section and a Library. In the evening free time to enjoy the nightlife of Hydra. Overnight in Hydra.
Breakfast and free time to explore the island’s beaches by boat taxi. Overnight in Hydra.
Breakfast and check out. Take your ferry to Piraeus. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Athens.
Breakfast, check out and meet with your guide. Visit the sacred rock of Acropolis. Afterwards, time to visit the old Town of Plaka and transfer to the airport to catch your return flight.
*This trip is suitable for individual travelers and adjustable according to your specific needs*
Rates upon request
Duration: 9 days/8 nights
Trip for individuals
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