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Greek pleasures, from Athens to Kefalonia
2 stops
4 nights
173 miles
Even today, there remain a few relatively undiscovered destinations in Greece, away from those islands that are regularly saturated with tourists. Kefalonia, the ‘island of flowers,' is one such place that we prefer to keep to ourselves. In the heart of the Ionian Sea, its sandy or pebble beaches, wild coves, caves and underground lakes perfectly characterize a typical Hellenic postcard. Its small fishing villages and turquoise waters offer much more than a mere getaway from Athens.
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Departure
Recommended duration : 1 night
Athens
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A window on Ancient Greece
There are some cities in the world where, even if you have never visited them, you will already know the names of certain districts or particular monuments. With the Acropolis, the Parthenon or the Agora, Athens is one such destination. The city's museums and protected historic sites all offer exceptional windows into the history and culture of Ancient Greece. Along with the modern city center and a collection of beaches facing the Cyclades, the Hellenic capital offers multiple faces, each as captivating as the next.
Things to do, see, and discover
During your stay
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The Acropolis, an ancient journey
As the center of the ancient Greek world, the Acropolis is an unmissable stop during any visit to Athens. The majesty of the Parthenon itself, the incredible Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum offer the most compelling interpretation of this earlier civilization and its legacy to modern society. Those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the old city should head to the nearby Pnyx hillside, which Athenians consider that one has the most beautiful views back to the Acropolis. In the evening, the sunset is best enjoyed from another city center peak: Mount Lycabettus.
During your stay
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The Market Halls, the beating heart of Athens
Located on Athinas Street, to the south of the Omonia district, the bustling agoras of Athens are an essential destination for all those who want to discover the heart of the city. From early in the morning, the cries of merchants and the scents from stalls begin to attract visitors. Under the glass roof of a neoclassical building that has attracted Athenians since 1886, you can enjoy lunch in its lively taverns, next door to the busy fish market...
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3hPlane
Recommended duration : 3 nights
Kefalonia
Things to do, see, and discover
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Kefalonia, island of flowers
Visiting Kefalonia in the spring promises the best of the island's unique vegetation. The humid climate in winter offers near-perfect conditions for an extraordinary collection of flora to thrive. As the seasons change, the island becomes covered with carpets of wildflowers and abundant fruit trees, their many colors transforming Kefalonia's landscapes into an unforgettable variety of palettes.
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Secrets of Melissani’s caves and subterranean lake
Although the geology of Kefalonia is distinct from that of the Cyclades archipelago, the Ionian island has superb beaches and delightful fishing ports (including the very pretty Fiskardo). The colors of the sea are also reflected in the heart of the lake and caves beneath Melissani. Amid these deep recesses, the cave of Drogarati shelters an underground room where Maria Callas is said to have once performed…
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