Be transported to the past with luxury holidays to Athens. Discover the splendour of ancient monuments and architecture that bless this city, such as the towering pillars of the Parthenon and the ancient ruins of the Acropolis. Visit the school of Athens and walk the same paths as the fathers of Western philosophy. Step back to the modern day, relaxing on the sandy shores by the Aegean Sea and dining on the best of authentic Greek cuisine. A luxury road trip along the Athens Riviera is another beautiful way to experience the sun-kissed coast and sparkling waters of Greece. Athens also makes for the perfect base to embark on a luxury sailing holiday to the Cyclades, Saronic Islands and Dodecanese.
Here at OROKO, we believe that you can experience luxury couples’ and family holidays in Athens at an exceptional value. We have spent years exploring the city, creating partnerships with some of Europe’s finest family resorts, romantic hotels and glamorous city accommodation. Whether you wish to set sail from Greece’s capital, embark on historic discovery or create wonderful memories in family-friendly resorts or villas, we have the expertise and partnerships to ensure optimum success. Be inspired by our range of suggested self-drive holidays, private sailing adventures and luxury resort getaways that depart from the city on luxury holidays to Athens.
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POCKET GUIDE TO LUXURY HOLIDAYS IN ATHENS
Best time to visit
Although a year-round destination, the best time to embark on luxury holidays to Athens is between May and October. Enjoying a Mediterranean climate, temperatures range between 16˚C – 34˚C. If sightseeing is your main priority, mid-May to mid-June, and mid-September to October are ideal times as this is shoulder season and the popular tourist attractions will be less busy. Lapped by the Aegean, spend your mornings exploring the iconic landmarks and afternoons relaxing on the beach.
Athens as part of a Greece holiday
Athens is perfectly combinable with the Peloponnese Peninsula. Starting in Athens, spend three nights in the capital, soaking up the culture, taking part in a sculpture class and visiting iconic landmarks including the Acropolis. Then it’s time to embark on a scenic road trip to Nafplion and the Costa Navarino, part of Greece’s Peloponnese Peninsula. Spending two nights in Nafplion, wander its colourful streets and admire the architecture before continuing onto your beachside resort on the Costa Navarino.
Make it count
Luxury holidays in Athens would be incomplete without experiencing an Ancient Greek Symposium. A one-of-a-kind experiential journey, time-travel to Ancient Greece and into Greek antiquity where you will get the chance to unearth your artistic talents in a sculpture class and create your own masterpiece with original Cretan clay. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious dinner and wine tasting.
Perfect for yachting holidays
Due to its prime location on the Athenian Riviera, Athens is the perfect base for a luxury yachting holiday. Start with a three-night stay in the capital, exploring the fascinating city and unwinding on the beach. Spend an evening in Cape Sounion, visiting the Temple of Poseidon and witnessing a breathtaking sunset. Then it is time to board your luxury yacht for your island-hopping exploration, whether that be a holiday to the Saronic Islands or a yachting escape around the idyllic Cyclades.
