Month: December 2023

A unique wine-tasting experience tailored for corporate events

Posted on by Vangelis Kafasis

Discover Greek Culture provides companies with an incredible opportunity to strengthen relationships with their valued customers or dedicated employees through exclusive visits to hidden gems in the heart of Athens. One standout experience for companies is the “Wine-tasting in the shadow of Acropolis”, chosen for its exceptional qualities. This adventure encompasses an Athens Walking tour, an exclusive exploration of a historic Athenian Townhouse – not accessible to the public, and a delightful wine-tasting session featuring distinct wines from various regions of Greece, all enjoyed on the townhouse terrace.

Embark from the city center to delve into the captivating stories surrounding the Greek Capital, gaining a profound understanding of its complexity, along with a licensed and well-experienced guide, while the sun is still up. On your way to the Old Town of Athens, seize the exclusive chance to explore a splendid townhouse nestled in the vibrant Plaka area, off-limits to the public. The crowning touch of this experience is the opportunity one is given to indulge in a delectable wine-tasting event featuring not one, not two, but five diverse Greek wines on the townhouse terrace, viewing the lighted-up Acropolis in the evening, accompanied by a licensed oenologist.

Discover Greek Culture is dedicated to showcasing the captivating beauty and intricate richness of Greek history, landscapes, and contemporary identity. The company’s goal is to seamlessly blend enjoyment and education, offering a comprehensive perspective on various facets of Greek culture. From archaeology to art, gastronomy to history, and from beaches to mountain tops, it strives to provide an overall understanding of the Greek cultural tapestry. Specializing in providing upscales cultural experiences, Discover Greek Culture designs complete and turnkey activations inspired by the profound richness of Greek culture and heritage. These activations are tailored for companies seeking to enhance connections with either their esteemed customers or dedicated employees.

Discover Greek Culture for Companies

Check out our corporate section HERE!

What’s more?

Discover Greek Culture has a wide number of different experiences, operated not only in Athens, but also in all other Greek destinations. From Athens to the Peloponnese, Santorini to Paros and Antiparos, Tinos to Crete, and much more, DGC members are trying their best to create memorable experiences for their discerning guests. Take a look at our Tours and let us curate your next trip to Greece!

Tailor-made Experiences

For tailor-made inquiries, please click here!

Exciting escapades from Athens just a Stone’s Throw Away!

Posted on by Vangelis Kafasis

Are you staying in Athens and seeking day excursions? If you’re eager to maximize your exploration of historical sites, museums, and captivating places, consider a day trip from Athens to either the Peloponnese or Delphi with Discover Greek Culture – offering the finest experiences for your adventure!

Visions of Ancient Delphi

Embark on a day-trip from Athens and immerse yourselves in a journey through history, uncovering the myths of Ancient Delphi—the revered location that ancient Greeks considered the navel of the world. Explore the ancient sanctuary, which housed the influential Oracle of ancient Greece, and bask in the divine aura enveloping the historic site at the base of Mount Parnassus. Conclude your experience with a private guided tour of the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, delving deeper into the rich tapestry of history, culture, and myths that define Ancient Delphi.

Wine & History in the Peloponnese (Ancient Epidaurus Version)

Embark on a journey to the Peloponnese, where you’ll cross the Corinth Canal and dive into the picturesque Peloponnesian countryside. Marvel at lush citrus orchards, glistening olive groves, and majestic mountain ranges. Then, just a 2-hour drive from Athens, you will be given the chance to explore one of Greece’s iconic ancient treasures—the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus, a well-known UNESCO World Heritage Site, through a unique private guided tour, full of secrets and important information. On your way back to Athens, indulge yourselves in a visit to the Domaine Skouras Winery, among Greece’s premier wineries. Embark on an exclusive guided tour of the vineyards and facilities, immersing yourself in the ancient craft of vine cultivation and wine production, along with a knowledgeable oenologist. During your visit, Seize the chance to savor the renowned ambassador wines crafted by the winery.

Wine & History in the Peloponnese (Ancient Mycenae Version)

Less than two hours driving from Athens, your journey will lead you to another UNESCO World Heritage Site, the archaeological site of Ancient Mycenae. Delve into the myths and marvels surrounding this ancient city through an exclusive guided tour and gain all the insights into how Mycenae evolved into a pivotal hub of Greek civilization. On your way back to Athens, visit Domaine Skouras Winery, one of the country’s best wineries, to take a private guided tour of the vineyards and facilities and learn about the ancient art of cultivating vines and making wine from an expert oenologist. You’ll also have the opportunity to sample some of the winery’s famous ambassador wines.

Interested in booking?

Ready to book your one-day trip from Athens to either the Peloponnese or Delphi? Simply submit your request to [email protected]!

What’s more?

Discover Greek Culture has a wide number of different experiences, operated not only in Athens, but also in all other Greek destinations. From Athens to the Peloponnese, Santorini to Paros and Antiparos, Tinos to Crete, and much more, DGC members are trying their best to create memorable experiences for their discerning guests. Take a look at our Tours and let us curate your next trip to Greece!

Tailor-made Experiences

For tailor-made inquiries, please click here!

Do NOT miss our 20% Early 2024 Booking Offer!

Click here!

What to do in one day in Athens

Posted on by Vangelis Kafasis

Suggestion #1

Antiquity Lovers

Are you passionate for history and archaeology? Do you want to make the most out of your one day in Athens? Then, this 7-hour walking tour offers you the unique opportunity to visit all major archaeological sites and monuments of Athens in one day, along with a private, licensed tour guide.

Discover the key landmarks of ancient Athens and learn everything about the stories and myths surrounding each suggested archaeological site and museum, such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Acropolis, Roman & Ancient Agora of Athens, and archaeological site and museum of Kerameikos.

Explore the city’s inimitable character through a private guided stroll along all the important Athenian streets, which bring together over two millennia of Greek history, from ancient monuments to modern apartment buildings.

Antiquity Lovers
The Caryatids of the Acropolis, part of the Athens Full day Private Tour by Discover Greek Culture
Antiquity Lovers
Antiquity Lovers
Antiquity Lovers

Suggestion #2

Acropolis, Acropolis Museum & Sounion

Do you want to explore Athens and beyond in one day? Discover Greek Culture gives all discerning travelers the opportunity to discover the great history and all the myths surrounding the Greek Capital and its landmarks, all year round!

Start your exploration by taking a private guided Acropolis and Acropolis Museum tour along with an expert in the fields of history and archaeology. Then, join us for a unique visit to the coastal area of Attica region, Sounion. There lies the famous Temple of Poseidon and prepare to give yourselves the chance to be in awe of not just the wonders of the site, but also of the breathtaking views to the Aegean Sea.

Acropolis
Entrance to the Acropolis Museum part of the Private Tour Acropolis half day by Discvoer Greek Culture
Acropolis Museum Athens Full Day
Sounion Athens Full Day

Suggestion #3

Morning Acropolis & Acropolis Museum and Heritage Dinner

Start your day by taking a morning Acropolis & Acropolis Museum private guided tour. Firstly, discover the key monuments in the Acropolis archaeological site and learn about the secrets of this ancient sacred ground and the science and artistry that made this magnificent monument possible. Then, walk along Dionysiou Areopagitou Street to take in the scenery, characteristic of a city that has been inhabited for centuries: contemporary apartment buildings, neoclassical houses and the Acropolis rock with the Parthenon, the Theater of Dionysus and the Herodeion, the famous Roman Music Hall. Last but not least, enjoy your private guided tour of the Acropolis Museum for a chance to discover a different aspect of the Acropolis of Athens, through artifacts, sculptures, and architectural elements from across the archaeological site.

Acropolis Walking Tour

We saved the best thing for the end!

Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind dining experience in the historic heart of Athens. Discover the vast cultural Heritage of Athens and experience world famous Greek hospitality with a bespoke private dinner at a historical Athenian townhouse on one of Europe’s oldest streets with ancient ruins beneath your feet. In what would otherwise be impossible, you are invited to visit a picturesque private residence and enjoy a specially catered dinner, literally steeped in history. Depending on your mood and the weather, you can choose from two delightful dining settings: the charming rooftop terrace with its view of the lit-up Acropolis or the property’s unique glass-floored dining room set over archaeological finds of the ancient Street below.

The Heritage Dinner could be the very best finishing touch of your day in Athens!

Interested in taking one of the above?

Then, send it over at [email protected]!

What’s more?

Discover Greek Culture has a wide number of different experiences, operated not only in Athens, but also in all other Greek destinations. From Athens to the Peloponnese, Santorini to Paros and Antiparos, Tinos to Crete, and much more, DGC members are trying their best to create memorable experiences for their discerning guests. Take a look at our Tours and let us curate your next trip to Greece!

Tailor-made Experiences

For tailor-made inquiries, please click here!

Do NOT miss our 20% Early 2024 Booking Offer!

Click here!

A Trip to Essential Greece

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