Aegina island small group day trip: Greek island experience
Description
Escape the hustle and bustle of Athens with a scenic day trip to Aegina, one of the most charming islands in the Saronic Gulf. Just a short ferry ride away, Aegina offers a perfect blend of stunning beaches, ancient ruins, and picturesque streets. Explore the island’s rich history at the Temple of Aphaia, wander through the quaint town, and indulge in its famous pistachios. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, this daytrip provides the ideal setting for a memorable day of exploration and leisure.
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Itinerary
Embark on the ferry to begin your journey!
The Monastery of Agios (Saint) Nektarios is the most important religious monument of Aegina, located 6 km from the center of Aegina Town. The monastery was founded by the Bishop of Pentapolis Nektarios around the period of 1904-1910, after the request of several nuns. Bishop Nektarios settled down in Aegina in 1908, yet the monastery operated again in 1904 under his guidance while he remained in Rizarios School. He lived in the monastery for 13 years and he was buried under a plane tree outside the church of the monastery.
The Temple of Aphaia or Afea is an Ancient Greek temple located within a sanctuary complex dedicated to the goddess Aphaia on the island of Aegina, which lies in the Saronic Gulf.
Dive into the blue Greek waters of the ArgoSaronic Gulf.
Town Village Aegina: Aegina Town is the capital and main port of the island. It is a lovely little town, with beautiful neoclassical buildings of different bright colours, narrow streets, picturesque cafes, nice squares and a lovely port where tiny coloured fishing boats are mooring. The whole town is an explosion of colours, accentuated by the colourful pistachio nuts sold everywhere. Plenty of restaurants to enjoy your lunch during free time.
Stroll around the port of the authentic Greek island. Embark on the ferry for the return.
Complete your island escape back where it started.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that a valid ID or passport is required for all passengers traveling by boat.
- For guests who have booked the tour without ferry tickets, please do not worry. We will contact you one day before your tour's departure to inform you regarding purchasing the tickets.
- Restrooms are available on the ferry.
- Modest attire is required to enter Agios Nektarios Monastery.
Reviews(38)
It was great to have Maria as our Tour Guide. Alexandra's assistance was also great. The tour was so informative and enjoyable. Maria is a very efficient, humorous and caring guide. The pistachio place was good. Thank you to the Team. With kind regards Linda & Eleanor
Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased that Maria’s guidance and Alexandra’s assistance contributed to such an enjoyable day. It’s great to hear that you appreciated the itinerary and some of the local flavours along the way.We hope to welcome you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
Maria was wonderful she gave us ample time at each stop explain everything fully and she was very knowledgeable about every site we visited we also got to swim in the beautiful clear water of Mediterranean Sea!
Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted that Maria’s expertise and engaging approach enhanced your day. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed both the sites you visited and the opportunity to swim in such beautiful surroundings. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
Marcos, driver and Maria tour guide were absolutely fantastic, great people with lots of information. Loved it!!!!!
Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted that Maria’s insights and Marcos’ professionalism enhanced your experience. We’re glad you had such an enjoyable day and we hope to welcome you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
It was nice to get out of Athens for the day and see a different island. The ruins were amazing (they are in really good condition, compared to others). The beach is wonderful and the pistachio tasting at the end was delicious! We loved Maria!
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed exploring the island, the impressive ruins, the beach, and the pistachio tasting experience. It’s also wonderful to hear that Maria made such a positive impression. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
We had an amazing time on this tour. Our guide Maria was very knowledgeable, organized and made sure that we have a good time on the island. My main reason to visit Aegina was the fact that the island grows a lot of pistachios and I wanted to see the farms and the nut on the tree although island has much more to offer. We were not rushed anywhere and instead of doing three islands in one day and spending an hour on each (which is something one of the other Viator tour offers), spending more time on just one island was more worth it. Temple of Aphaia and the monastery were good sights to visit. Our last stop at the pistachio shop where we sampled a lot of things and bought some delicacies was a great way to end our day before we embarked the boat back to Athens. I definitely recommend this tour.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re pleased Maria’s organisation and guidance helped make the day flow so smoothly, and that the combination of local flavours, sightseeing, and free time created such a memorable visit. We appreciate your recommendation and we hope to welcome you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
Pleasant tour of the island A bit long towards the end and we opted for an earlier ferry back. Excellent helpful tour guide Maria. Good driver and comfortable mini bus.
Thank you for your review and your kind words. Maria will be very happy to know that her efforts were valued. We hope to welcome you on another tour in the future. Kind Regards, Tag Athens Team
This trip provided an excellent balance of Greek island history, culture, shopping, and food. Our guide, Maria, was very knowledgeable and provided us with interesting information about Aegina throughout the trip. She even sang to us! Highly recommmend.
Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the balance of history, culture, food, and shopping, and that Maria’s knowledge and energy made the experience so memorable. We appreciate your recommendation and we hope to welcome you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
A very good day trip. Maria's explanations were very clear and interesting, her recommendations regarding the restaurant and the pistachios too. I definitely recommend this experience if you want to discover the island.
Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re pleased to know that Maria’s guidance and recommendations enriched your experience. We appreciate your recommendation and we hope to welcome you again in the future. Best Regards, Tag Athens
Fun day filled with a variety of sights and activities. Our guide, Maria, was so warm and kind. She recommended all of her favorite places and did not disappoint. It was like having a local family member.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable day and that Maria made the experience feel personal and welcoming. She truly loves sharing her favorite spots, and it’s wonderful to know that came through. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience. Best Regards, Tag Athens team
The tour operator was very impressive on her knowledge of the island and very knowledgeable on the pistachio industry great personality
Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the guide’s knowledge of the island and the pistachio industry. We hope to welcome you on another tour in the future. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
