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Hydra Island Private Tour From Athens
Athens, Greece, Europe
$343.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Visit Hydra the scenic way with this private day trip from Athens. The excursion includes a relaxing coastal drive along the Saronic Gulf.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.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Ferry Boat Option
Ferry Boat Option : The transportation from Metochi Port to Hydra Island will be with Ferry boat ( plus 7.5€ p.p. for one way).
Pickup included
Ferry Boat Option : The transportation from Metochi Port to Hydra Island will be with Ferry boat ( plus 7.5€ p.p. for one way).
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Printed guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Transportation with MiniVan or Mercedes Benz or New Scoda Fabia 2023
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Hotel/Airbnb/Port/Cruises Terminal/ Airport pick up and drop off
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Private transportation
- The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
- Your driver will not be at your disposal during your tour of the island
- The tickets for all archeological places and museums.
- Ticket boat (Metochi to Hydra):Hydra Lines 7.50€/person-Private water taxi 70€/group (for one way)
Meeting point
McDonald's Ermou 2 Syntagma: Our driver will wait you in front of the entry of McDonald's with a signboard with the name of the tour.
Return details
McDonald's Ermou 2 Syntagma: Our driver will wait you in front of the entry of McDonald's with a signboard with the name of the tour.
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AthensPickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
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One of the most important projects of modern Greece, which played a catalytic role for the Mediterranean trade, the canal of the Isthmus of Corinth, has constituted an inspiration for centuries and was completed … 25 centuries after the conception of its idea. The “Afneios Corinth” since the ancient times was one of the most important cities of the then known world, but also of modern Greece. Its geographical position has highlighted it to a great Navy, Commerce and Cultural Centre.
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From Metochi area you can reach the historical and beautiful Hydra island anytime you like also with a SEA TAXI.With daily departures of the boats "FREEDOM Ι, ΙΙ, III & IV" that lasts approximately 15 minutes.
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HydraA rich naval tradition and a cosmopolitan island ambience are the defining characteristics of Hydra - a popular island in the Argosaronic Gulf - which attracts every year many personalities and jet-setters from Greece and abroad. This was the favourite destination and place of residence of painter Nikos Hatzikyriakos-Ghika, Leonard Cohen, and Henry Miller. It is also the birthplace of painter Panagiotis Tetsis, and of many other famous artists, writers etc. The island’s great beauty was appreciated also by celebrities such as Maria Callas, Pablo Picasso, and Sophia Loren.
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Historical Archives - Museum of HydraThe Historical Archive Museum of Hydra houses many items donated to the museum by the descendants of the families who dominated the social structure of the island in the 1800's and were instrumental in the launch of the Greek War of Independence. The museum has a distinctive nautical theme which reflects the strategic importance that Hydra held during that time as a safe harbour from which to launch the Greek fleet. The museum is a particularly good place to visit if you are researching the history of Hydra and how it contributed to the development of modern day Greece
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AthensReturn to your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Hydra Island Private Tour From Athens
Athens, Greece, Europe
$343.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!