Marathon tours Greece and The Rhamnus Mystery

Marathon Tours Greece

Marathon Tours

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Marathon and Rhamnus Mystery Half Day Tour

Starting from Athens, we will drive along several small towns until we arrive at Marathon. The legend of the Marathon began with a marvelous victory in ancient times. From the heroism of the Athenian Greek soldier Pheidippides, who at the end of the Marathon Battle (490 BC) ran 42.195 meters from the battlefield, in Marathon, back to Athens, to announce the “NIKE” (Victory) against the Persians, just before he died. In every Olympic games, the Marathon is the last event, symbolizing the strength of human will and spirit. We will visit the archaeological museum, the tomb of Marathon and the race museum.

Afterwards, we will drive to the ancient Rhamnus (inhabited from Neolithic age) where in ancient times was known for its castle and port. We will visit the temple of Nemesis, who was the goddess of divine retribution, the small temple of Themis, who was the goddess of Justice (5th Century BC), some remains of the local fortress and the ancient theater. From up there, you will be able to admire a spectacular panoramic view of the local area. Join us for a really unique tour!

Notes

-We use luxury Mercedes C/E-Class, Taxi, Minivan or Minibus vehicles, legal and licensed by the Greek National Tourism Organization, smoke-free, fully air-conditioned.
– Rates include all tolls, parking fees, and baggage charges.
– Not included: Entrance fees, licensed guides, Drinks, meals, accommodation and/or gratuities.
– Prices are quoted per car, per service & not per person.
– For all services between 23:30 – 06:30 there shall be a night surcharge of 20%.
– Drivers will wait maximum 60 minutes after the indicated pick up time, kindly be on time, otherwise, you will be considered a “Non-Show”

Your driver is not permitted to enter archaeological sites and museums with you, only licensed guides from the ministry of culture are allowed to do so. Should you require such an extra service, we can book a licensed guide for you.

Licensed Guides Extra Seat
Please note that, if you will be choosing the services of a licensed guide for FULL TIME, you will require an ADDITIONAL seat in your vehicle, since your guide will be riding with you. For example, should there be 3 persons in your party, you must select 4 persons on the menu (car type 4-7 people)

Luggage
– Mercedes Sedan/Saloon (1-3 persons) max luggage: 3 pieces with the following maximum dimensions: height 63,5cm/25 inches, width 45cm/18 inches, depth 28cm/11 inches or 2 larger pieces
– Mercedes Minivan or Minibus 1 piece of luggage (up to above dimensions) plus 1 carry-on (not exceeding 3 kilos) per person. IMPORTANT: For each and every requested transfer service, you are required to inform us of the exact luggage description of your party.

Holidays

Archaeological sites are closed
• 1 January: closed
• 6 January: closed
• Shrove Monday: 08.30-15.00
• 25 March: closed
• Good Friday: until 12:00 closed
• Holy Saturday: 08.30-15.00
• Easter Sunday: closed
• Easter Monday: 08.30-15.00
• 1 May: closed
• Holy Spirit Day: 08.30-15.00
• 15 August: 08.30-15.00
• 28 October: 08.30-15.00
• 25 December: closed
• 26 December: closed

Free Admission Days

Under 18 years old is FREE
*6 March (except Acropolis Museum)
*5 June (except Acropolis Museum)
*18 April (except Acropolis Museum)
*18 May (International Museums Day)
*The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days- except Acropolis museum)

Reduced admission for:
*Greek citizens and citizens of other Member – States of the European Union aged over 65 years old by showing their ID card or passport.
*Students of Higher Education Institutes and equivalent Schools from countries outside the EU by showing their student ID
*The accompanying parents on educational visits of elementary schools.

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Marathon tours

In our private tour we will drive you to the famous Marathon, where it took place the famous battle of Marathon in 490 BC., where 10.000 Athenians and 1.000 Plataeans pushed the Persians to the sea and name the last game of every Olympic Games “the Marathon Run” and then the Mystery of Rhamnus.

Highlights

Marathon Tomb
Marathon Museum
Marathon Run Museum
Marathon beach
Rhamous
Temple of Nemesis
Temple of Themis
Panathenaic Stadium

Duration

5 hours

Good to Know

Comfortable clothing and athletic walking shoes are recommended.
Hat and sun glasses are suggested.
Photography is permitted throughout the tour.
Local cash needed for entrance fees and small expenses (25€ pp)

Tour Feedback

Activity Level 75%

Kids Friendly 85%

Historical 75%

Cultural 75%

Tour flexibility 90%

At you own pace 90%

Positive Reviews 100%