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(44)
The tour was lovely and easier to navigate than expected. Meet-up instructions were clear and once we got to Aegina the bus was well-suited, if a little tight, and the a/c was pumping :) Our guide, Maria, shared lots of details about the island, its history and current economy. We also learned about the rich religious history that helped populate the island. And of course there were the pistachios -- the icing on the cake! Maria was extremely accommodating, even helping those who wanted to return on an earlier ferry exchange tickets and staying back on the island with those who did not. This trip was just the right amount of time -- not too early and allowed us to enjoy our evening back in Athens.
Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re delighted that the organisation of the day and Maria’s attentive guidance made your visit to Aegina such a positive one. We’re also pleased that the itinerary gave you a good balance of exploring the island and having time to enjoy Athens afterwards. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
Nice boat crossing with shade. Paid bar but not very expensive...
Thank you for your lovely review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the unique charm of Aegina and the ferry crossing. We appreciate you sharing your experience and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon! Kind regards, Tag Athens Team.
We were looking for an opportunity to visit the coast during our trip to Athens. The Aegina island small group day trip was perfect. The tickets were easy to purchase in advance through Trip Advisor, we took the metro from Monastiraki Station to Piraeus Station and then a short walk to a convenient meeting place at the 5 Star Cafe, where we met our guide Maria. Maria was well organized and explained the logistics of our tour very clearly, so we felt very comfortable knowing what to expect. On the tour Maria provided interesting and useful information. Our tour shuttle was comfortable, had air conditioning, easily accommodated our group of 13 adults. Maria guided us all the way, and provided further assistance for our return after the tour, from the ferry port to get back to our hotel.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted that Maria’s care and professionalism made such a positive impression and that you enjoyed a relaxed and well-organised day exploring Aegina. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
We loved our day with Maria, it could not have been more perfect. She was so knowledgeable and nothing was rushed. Thank you so much for giving my girls a day to remember.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted that Maria’s knowledge and thoughtful approach made your day so enjoyable and unhurried. It’s especially rewarding to hear that the experience created such special memories for your daughters. We hope to welcome your family again in the future. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
This was a brilliant day out. Loved the tour around the Island with the history explained and our guide Peter’s little stories of his own experiences and the miracles he’d seen.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted that you enjoyed discovering the island’s history and that Peter’s personal stories and experiences added such a meaningful and memorable touch to the tour. We truly appreciate your feedback and we hope to welcome you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
Good way to see Aegina on limited time
Thank you for your feedback. We hope to welcome you on another tour soon. Best Regards, Tag Athens Team
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
