Tours

The IDOF 2010 Conference presents you with a wonderful opportunity to explore the hidden treasures and the breathtaking beauty of Greece, from the spectacular archaeological treasures of Acropolis and the Parthenon, to Delphi and the amazing Mycenae and Epidaurus. The following private tours have been scheduled:

Athens Sightseeing & Acropolis Museum (Half-day morning tour)

From the Acropolis to Omonia Square, you'll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehensive morning tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens. Depart for PANATHINAIKOS STADIUM cradle of the first Olympic Games took place in 1896 (short stop). Pass by the Prime’s Ministers residence, Ex Royal Palace, (guarded by colourful Evzones) Zappion (Conference and Exhibition Hall). Proceed passing by Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus. Continue passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, Schlieman’s House (Nomismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Academy, University, National Library, Old Parliament, Constitution Square ,Russian Orthodox Church, and finally ACROPOLIS (visit Propylae, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens). Continue with a pleasant short walk* passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the new ACROPOLIS museum. Main attractions such as votives, artifacts of every day life, statues from archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you. *weather permitting otherwise bus transfer Dates: 20/10, 21/10, 22/10, 23/10 Pick-up time from Congress Venue: 08.00am Duration : 5 hours Drop-off at Congress Venue Services included: Entrance fees, Experienced English-speaking guide, Transfer to and from congress venue in A/C coaches, Taxes Rate per person: 50€ * Included in the registration fee of IDOF 2010 accompanying persons.

Cape Sounion (Half-day afternoon tour)

This is a great half-day tour option if you're looking to explore Greece beyond Athens, complete with stunning views and world-class Greek ruins. Depart for a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) to CAPE SOUNION. Cape Sounion is only 45 miles (70 kilometers) from Athens, making it the perfect lazy afternoon destination. The Cape's Temple of Poseidon is perched on a rocky hilltop overlooking the sea. The view across the Aegean is magnificent with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the world., extending all the way to Kea and the Peloponnese on a clear day. The Temple of Poseidon was built in 44 B.C., and many of its original Doric columns are still standing. One of the columns has a graffiti left by none other than Lord Byron in the early 1800s. The precipice is a sheer 197 foot drop to the sea. Dates: 20/10, 21/10, 22/10, 23/10 Pick-up time from Congress Venue: 14.00am Duration : 4 hours Drop-off at Congress Venue Services included: Entrance fee to Sanctuary, Experienced English-speaking guide, Transfer to and from congress venue in A/C coaches, Taxes. Rate per person: 30 €

Athens By Night

Fuel your appetite with a night-time tour of Athens and its port, then relax with a Greek dinner show at a typical taverna in the renowned Plaka district. It's the perfect way to spend a night out on the town in Athens! The tour starts with a visit to Greece's principal commercial port of Piraeus, passing by the most important points of the city (City Hall, picturesque yacht's harbour of Microlimano etc). Your tour continues to Marina Zea, one of the busiest yacht harbors in the Mediterranean and home port to luxury pleasure yachts belonging to Greece's ship-owning and international jet-set communities. From here, it's a short drive to Mikrolimano, another picturesque yacht and fishing boat harbor, home to the former Royal Yacht Club and many fine waterfront seafood restaurants. Following the principal avenues and passing by the Temple of Olympian Zeus, National Garden, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Catholic Cathedral, Academy, University, National Library, Old Parliament we arrive at Plaka. Short pleasant walk through the old unique Athens city to one of the popular taverns for dinner with live bouzouki music and Greek folk dances. N.B. Drinks at the tavern are not included in the price. DURATION: 4 hours Dates: 21/10, 22/10, 23/10 Pick-up time from Athens City Centre (Kallirois 4 str / near the Metro Station Acropolis): 20.00am Duration : 4 hours Drop-off at Congress Venue and hotels near Athens Centre Services included: Experienced English-speaking assistant, Transfers in A/C coaches, Dinner in popular tavern (beverages not included), Taxes. Rate per person: 55€

Delphi (Full day tour)

Explore one of the most famous sites of classical Greece on a day tour from Athens to magical Delphi. Depart from our terminal; via the national highway passing by Thebes, Levadia (short stop), you'll arrive in Delphi at around noon. Famous for its theater, Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins, Delphi was considered the center of the earth and the universe, and played a central role in the classical Greek world. Pass by CASTALIA SPRING, visit at the archaeological site the TEMPLE of APOLLO famous for its oracle and the MUSEUM of Delphi, with it’s spectacular finds, including the unique bronze Charioteer, the Naxian Sphinx and the Statue of Antinoos. After lunch return to Athens via the picturesque mountain village of ARACHOVA, built on the south slopes of Parnassus, well known for its attractive hand-woven carpets, rugs and quilts, as well as for its wine and cheese (short stop). Delphi is one of the national treasures of Greece and Unesco’s world heritage monument. The tour returns to Athens in the late afternoon. Dates: 20/10, 21/10, 22/10, 23/10 Pick-up time from Congress Venue: 08.00am Duration 10 hours Drop-off at City Centre and Congress Venue. Services included: Entrance fees to the Delphi archaeological site and museum, Experienced English-speaking guide, Transfer to and from congress venue in A/C coaches, Visit to Arachova, Lunch at local restaurant (beverages not included) Village, Taxes. Rate per person: 65€

Epidaurus – Mycenae (Full day tour)

Explore the remains of the ancient city of Mycenae a major centre of Greek civilization from 1600BC to 1100BC. Depart from our terminal via the coastal National highway for the CORINTH CANAL (short stop). Drive to MYCENAE and visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. Visit the Palace, the Lionesses Gate and the tomb of Agamemnon. Before lunch an optional stop in a pottery factory. After lunch through ARGOS proceed to Nauplia the first capital of modern Greece with its Venetian fortress of PALAMIDI and the fortified islet of BOURTZI (short stop). Continue to EPIDAURUS and visit the ancient theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo's son Asklepios, the healer and was the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics. The tour returns to Athens in the late afternoon. Dates: 20/10, 21/10, 23/10 Pick-up time from Congress Venue: 08.00am Duration 10 hours Drop-off at City Centre and Congress Venue. Services included: Entrance fees to the archaeological site of Mycenae and Epidavros and museum, Experienced English-speaking guide, Transfer to and from congress venue in A/C coaches, Lunch at local restaurant (beverages not included), Taxes Rate per person: 65€

Wine Tasting & Ancient Corinth

Combine traditional Greek wine with a little history of Ancient Greece on this day trip from Athens to a Greek vineyard and a visit to Ancient Corinth. Driving along the coastal road, we reach Corinth canal (short stop). Continue to the Ancient Corinth where St. Paul lived and preached. Ancient Corinth was one of the most important cities of ancient Greece. You will visit the Agora and one of the most outstanding monuments of pre –Roman period, the temple of Apollo. Then we will continue to visit one of the most famous vineries of NEMEA. Greece may well possess first place in the hierarchy of countries known for their tradition in viticulture. Not only is this due to Greeks producing wine since the Neolithic Age - 4000 B.C. - but also to the fact that wine has long been adored, praised and chanted in the name of god Dionysus. Nowadays, Greek wine production, abiding by tradition but invigorated by modem technology, offers a wide variety of fine wines. On tour you will visit NEMEA is one of the most popular vineyards in Greece. We will visit the state of the art winery facilities. We will learn everything for the production of Greek quality red wine and then we will proceed to the underground cellars with more than 1000 French oak barriques. Finally we will taste some of the best wines of the domain. Dates: 22/10 Pick-up time from Congress Venue: 09.00am Duration 7 ½ hours Drop-off at City Centre and Congress Venue. Services included: Experienced English-speaking guide, Transfer to and from congress venue in A/C coaches, Lunch (beverages not included), Taxes Rate per person: 55€

Reservation Procedure

On Line

  • For on line reservation please click HERE.

By Fax or E- Mail

A letter confirming your reservation will be sent to you by e-mail within five (5) days after having received both your reservation and your payment. Should you not receive a confirmation letter, please contact C & C International: C & C International, Group of Companies 1A Pierias str, 14451 Athens, Greece E- mail: idof2010-hospitality@candc-group.com

Cancellation Policy

  • Written cancellations received prior to September 13th, 2010 will receive full refund.
  • There is no refund for cancellations received after September 13th, 2010.

Important Notes

  • A minimum number of 30 persons is required for all private tours. C & C International reserves the right to cancel the tour and refund the participants if the minimum number is not reached.
  • All tours require full payment at the moment of booking.
  • Pick up & drop off point for all tours is the Conference Venue – Hilton Athens Hotel
  • The tickets for all tours will be handed to you upon your arrival at the Congress Venue by the TOURS & SOCIAL EVENTS Desk