Athens
Celebrate the most enchanting time of the year in the heart of Greece with this 5-day Christmas escape to Athens. The city sparkles with festive lights, joyful carols, and the irresistible scent of traditional sweets—kourampiedes, melomakarona, and diples—filling every corner. Wander through dazzling streets, lively Christmas markets, and elegant shopping districts where locals and visitors alike share in the holiday cheer. From Syntagma’s glittering tree to the twinkling lanes of Plaka and the stylish boutiques of Kolonaki, Athens comes alive with warmth and wonder. Experience the joy, colors, and flavors of a truly Greek Christmas
Why should you choose this package?
- Go on a festive escape where ancient history meets dazzling holiday magic.
- See Athens illuminated with thousands of lights, sparkling squares, and decorated streets.
- Experience the joy of Greek Christmas traditions with music, laughter, and warmth everywhere.
- Taste delicious seasonal sweets like kourampiedes, melomakarona, and diples in charming
bakeries.
- Shop in stylish Kolonaki, lively Monastiraki, and picturesque Plaka for gifts and local treasures.
- Walk through Syntagma and admire the grand Christmas tree and vibrant street
performances.
- Enjoy cozy dinners with views of the Acropolis glowing under the festive night sky.
- Feel the city’s heartbeat as children sing carols and families celebrate together in every corner.
DAY 1
You arrive at Athens International Airport and are whisked to a luxurious hotel in the heart of the city. Stepping outside, Athens dazzles you instantly: streets glow with millions of twinkling lights, shop windows shimmer like jewelry boxes, and the scent of roasted chestnuts floats through the air. Ermou Street, the city’s main shopping avenue, is alive with festive energy, while Syntagma Square features a majestic Christmas tree sparkling against the night sky. Children laugh as carolers sing, and street performers entertain crowds with music, juggling, and festive acts. Enjoy your first dinner in a cozy, warmly lit restaurant nearby, indulging in Greek festive specialties like kourampiedes, melomakarona, and diples, served alongside comforting winter flavors. Overnight in Athens.
DAY 2
Today, Athens transforms into a true Christmas wonderland. Begin exploring the city’s countless shopping areas: stroll through Kolonaki, where designer boutiques are adorned with glittering holiday décor; wander the lively Plaka streets, where artisan shops offer unique handcrafted gifts; and venture to Monastiraki and Psiri, buzzing with festive stalls, joyful music, and the smell of cinnamon and spices. At Syntagma Square, children gather around the giant Christmas tree for caroling, while the entire square hums with excitement. Street performers play cheerful tunes, and locals and tourists alike wander the streets with shopping bags and laughter. Evening falls, and the city glows with festive illuminations, creating a truly cinematic atmosphere. Overnight in Athens.
DAY 3
Athens invites you to explore even deeper today. Start your morning at the Technopolis Christmas Market in Gazi, where lights twinkle like stars above and artisan stalls tempt you with unique gifts. Enjoy a warm hot chocolate while watching children participate in festive workshops, singing carols and performing little plays. Walk along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street with the Acropolis as a backdrop, where the combination of ancient ruins and holiday lights feels magical. Continue shopping at Ermou Street and Panepistimiou Avenue, bustling with locals hunting for gifts, while street performers add sparkle to every corner. Dine in the evening at a local tavern or modern Greek restaurant, enjoying a festive dinner surrounded by lights, music, and laughter. Overnight in Athens.
DAY 4
Athens’ festive energy reaches its peak. Spend the day exploring Kolonaki, Plaka, and Monastiraki, hopping between Christmas markets, charming streets, and stylish boutiques. Children laugh as carolers wander streets, and street musicians fill the air with holiday cheer. Don’t miss tasting diples, warm kourampiedes, and sticky melomakarona from charming bakeries. As night falls, the city transforms into a fairytale: Syntagma Square glows with thousands of lights, a giant Christmas tree sparkles above a carousel, and the air is filled with festive aromas and joyful chatter. Enjoy a special dinner in a rooftop restaurant with breathtaking views of the Acropolis, lit up like a golden jewel amidst the sparkling city. Overnight in Athens.
DAY 5
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and take a last stroll through the glittering streets of Athens. Admire the festive decorations, savor a few more seasonal sweets, and carry with you the memory of a city alive with Christmas spirit—where ancient history meets modern holiday magic, rivaling the world’s greatest cities in festive charm. This unforgettable experience invites you to Let’s Greece together this Christmas season.
Special rate per person in DBL room, from 625 Euro, which includes:
4 nights in total in Athens, in a Luxury 5* hotel on BB basis
Private transfers in Athens