Athens Social and Political Walk

5 (276 Reviews)
Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 2-4, Athina 106 74
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Duration

2.5 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

30 people

Languages

English, Espanol

About this tour

How did the ‘cradle of democracy’ become the ‘basket case of Europe’? The question may be crude and offensive, but it captures the essence of much thinking around the globe in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. This interactive storytelling walk is meant to have the flow and information-heavy experience of a documentary.

It takes us into a comprehensive analysis, providing surprising answers. It highlights the social and political elements of Greece, from the creation of the Greek state to modern times. We’ll address both historical and current events from a balanced & non-biased point of view to help you determine your views of this land for yourself.

The experience is aimed at people with a genuine interest in politics and those keen to learn more about the situation in Greece by conducting some first-hand research.

-The duration of this experience is between 2h30mins and 3h30mins depending on Q&A.

-Feel free to contact me for a date and hour that suits you best, and to create a combined program with my other experiences (Understanding the Refugee Crisis and Awful Athens).

Frequently asked questions

The conscious traveler seeking both entertainment and knowledge can explore Greek politics on a microcosmic level by visiting key institutional and historical places. A walk through these public spaces will provide insights into Greece's past and present political landscape.

You can expect to receive an email from us within the next two business days. This email will serve as a confirmation and provide instructions to access your online itinerary for your order details. In the event that we encounter any issues fulfilling your request, we will reach out to you directly to discuss the alternatives that are available.

Unfortunately, our system only accepts bookings made at least 24 hours in advance of the experience date. However, depending on the availability of our hosts, we may be able to accommodate last-minute bookings. Please send us a message and we will check if it is possible to organize an experience for you.

If you have specifically booked a nighttime experience, starting later, like 8 pm, is definitely possible. However, if you have booked a different time slot and wish to have a later start time, please contact us and we will assist you accordingly.

In certain circumstances, we may be able to accommodate cash payments on the spot. Please reach out to us and we will discuss the options with you.

Absolutely! If you would like to add an additional guest to your booking, please get in touch with us, and we will provide you with a booking link for them prior to the experience.

Planetwonk operates its experiences rain or shine, so it's advisable to come prepared to the best of your ability. However, in the case of extreme or dangerous weather conditions, Planetwonk may decide to cancel or reschedule experiences. In such situations, our team will promptly contact you with updates and alternative options.

Included/Excluded

  • A slideshow with photos and extra info on the issues discussed during the experience.

Durations

2.5 hours

Languages

English
Espanol

Tour's Location

Leof. Vasilissis Sofias 2-4, Athina 106 74

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Athens Social and Political Walk
Halyna
30/06/2024
I recommend a tour with Isaac to everyone. My daughter and I had the opportunity to immerse ourselves not only in the history of the country, but also in the present. The tour guide is knowledgeable, erudite, with a good sense of humor. Without this excursion, it is difficult to understand why Athens is the way it is. Well, we were still interested - that's why we ordered the next excursion with Isaac, he is an extremely interesting tour guide and a person who understands and knows all the political and historical processes not only among the Greece, but also in the whole world.
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Sophie
27/06/2024
As someone with Greek heritage I have been to Athens a few times and was looking for something different for my husbands first time and he loves history and politics so this was a win! Interesting analysis, easy to follow summaries and engaging discussion. I saw and learnt about several events and buildings that I would have otherwise not come across. Isaac is a great storyteller, able to link examples to your country and full of knowledge, he was also mindful of the heat and kept the tour in shaded spots + had us sitting between walking. It is a very honest discussion about a lot of things Greeks may not be proud of, so prepare for the romanticism of contemporary Athens to be busted. Definitely recommend for those interested in the social and political landscape of contemporary Athens and Greece.
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Stefano
25/06/2024
A deep dive into Greek political history. The duration of the walk was perfect. Isaac was more than apt at both relating everything to every traveller’s own political context at home and answering our questions. All this in a nice humorous and understandable way.

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