Athens: Hiking to Mt. Hymettus

Athens: Hiking to Mt. Hymettus

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Athens: Hiking to Mt. Hymettus

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Experience on foot one of the 3 mountains of Athens and the closest to the center of the Greek capital.
Guided by a local, you will hike through the shadowed paths of Hymettus mountains, lost in times and even ascent till its peak at 1026m to enjoy panoramic view over the city and the sea.


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Açıklama

Mt. Hymettus is one of the three mountains surrounding the basin of Athens and it is visible from every neighborhood of the Greek capital. At an altitude of just 1026 m, but quite extended with a varied relief, stunning view over the city and the sea, with historical places, important monuments and many walking paths; Mt. Hymettus is the ideal destination for half-day sightseeing and adventures tours. Enjoy the scents of pine tree, thyme, cistus and tens of other plants; some of them rare endemic species, during this unexpectinglly peaceful walking tour though mountainous pathways at only 15 minutes away from Athens historical city-center.
 
ITINERARY
We walk through the pine and cypress forest. We pass by the Taxiarches hill, with the ruins of the 5th century A.D Basilica; a spot with stunning view to Athens and the sea, and we visit the 11th century A.D. monastery of Kaisariani. We continue higher up on the mountain to the post-Byzantine Asteriou monastery and the Anthousa tower. We follow the ancient trails; used by the workers of the ancient marble quarries, to reach the so called “dragon-house”; a hut built with giant stones, possibly used as a refuge for the miners.
For skilled hikers who would like to climb further, there are more stone-houses to explore and also the site where once stood Zeus’s sanctuary on the summit plateau. The summit ridge offers breathtaking views to the city of Athens and its surroundings, the Acropolis, the Saronic and Euboean gulfs.

Mt. Hymettus offers innumerous possibilities for short walks and long demanding hikes as well. Either you are a beginner or a skilled experienced hiker, ask for your perfect adventure near Athens. 
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INCLUDED
  • Tour Leader
  • Private tour
NOT INCLUDED
  • Accommodation
  • Meals / snacks / drinks
  • Entry fees in museums or excavation sites
OPTIONAL SERVICES
  • Transfer from meeting point
  • Hotel pick up

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You may cancel you reservation until 4 days before event's starting time, with no cancellation fee.

  • Within 4-2 days of the scheduled tour departure time, there is a 80% cancellation fee.
  • Reschedule is subject to availability of bikes, equipment and tour leaders.
  • You can reschedule your tour up to 4 days before the scheduled tour departure time free of charge.
  • If you reschedule your tour within 4-2 days before the scheduled tour departure time, an extra charge of 25% on the total price will be applied.
  • If you reschedule your tour within 48 hours before the scheduled tour departure time, you will be charged with an extra 50%.

For last minute reservations, 48h-24h prior the departure, there is no possibility for a refund but only to reschedule the tour, always depending on the availability.

In case of adverse weather conditions, we offer an alternative date or tour or full refund (minus any bank charges or crédit card expenses, usually 3-4%)