Aegina Adventure 2023
$1,395
Join us for three fabulous days on Aegina, home of an ancient civilization that once ruled the Aegean Sea. Only 20 miles from Athens, this island occupies a strategic location in the Saronic Gulf.
Together we will explore sights spanning 3000 years of history, including the spectacular ancient Temple of Aphaia, medieval chapels at Paleochora, the 19th century Orphanage of Kapodistrias, and the modern Monastery of Agios Nektarios. Along the way we will also discover the secrets of Aegean sponges and pistachio nuts, two products for which the island is famous.
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Join us for a change of pace on this special add on tour to wonderful Aegina!
The Aegina Adventure Day-by-Day
A day-by-day itinerary for the Aegina Adventure taking place 16-18 October 2023.
Daily itinerary for a three day tour of wonderful Aegina, exploring its long and storied history, rich natural beauty and the fascinating culture of this strategically placed island in the Sardonic Gulf.
Add-on to the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul Tour, starting on the end date of that tour.
Day 11 – Monday, 16 October – Travel Day, on to Aegina!
End of the Footsteps of Paul Tour. The add-on party will make a morning transfer to the ferry for a short one hour ride to Aegina Island. Arrival and check in at hotel. Lunch nearby. Afternoon walking tour of Aegina Town, including visits to the Temple of Apollo and Markelos Tower. Optional stops at the fish market and Archaeological Museum. Free time and dinner in Aegina Town.
Day 12 – Tuesday, 17 October – Aegina through the centuries!
Breakfast at the hotel. Coach tour stopping at the medieval capital ghost town at Paleochora, the Monastery of Agios Nektarios, the majestic Temple of Aphaia. Group lunch. Brief stop at the Agios Minas Monastery. Afternoon continue to the Temple of Ellanion Zeus and return for free time to relax at the hotel. Dinner near the hotel.
Day 13 – Wednesday, 18 October – Island of Industry and Beauty.
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning free time for lounging at the pool or visiting the beach. Transportation available to Aegina town. Lunch on your own. Afternoon excursion to explore pistachio production on the island, followed by a visit to the picturesque fishing village of Perdika for fantastic sunset views and a special farewell dinner.
Day 14 – Thursday, 19 October – Farewell and departures for home.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to ferry for return to Athens and departure.
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