Hydra Island Trip from Athens with Ferry Tickets Included
ID: GYG882615-1387648
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a day on the island of Hydra on an independent trip from Athens. Catch a ferry to this famous island in the Aegean Sea, and enjoy several hours free to relax, explore, and discover the island!
Escape the city and spend a day on a Greek island with ease on this private full-day tour. Depart from your Athens accommodation and transfer to the port to start your speedboat ride to Hydra. The driver will give you all the informatiosn about the island, then take time to explore Hydra at your own pace. Visit Hydra the scenic way with this private day trip from Athens. Use your time on Hydra to shop, sunbathe, eat, or explore as you wish. Hydra is also very interesting from an architectural point of view, as a number of luxury residences, built by Italian craftsmen, are scattered on the island. The grand houses of the local fighters for the Greek War of Independence (1821) are now museums. If you are interested in religious monuments, there are some 300 churches and 6 monasteries you can visit on the island. You will enjoy strolling about the streets of the picturesque Hydra town and the harbour. Explore the countryside, while drinking in the amazing views over the Aegean Sea. Swim in deep blue waters and taste traditional dishes in the local tavernas. Walking about the island is a true pleasure as it is car-free.
Highlights
- Learn about Greece’s history and culture
- On Hydra island, you won’t see any cars! Everyone uses their feet!!!
- Discover historic sights and local landmarks at your leisure
- Hydra has picturesque architecture,the vivid nightlife & cosmopolitan character.
- Stone mansions,narrow alleys,donkeys walking around set the scene of a fairytale
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Round-trip Piraeus port transfers
- Round-trip ferry tickets
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
NOT INCLUDED
- Your driver will not be at your disposal during your tour of the island
- Food and drinks
- Escort/guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
