We start in central Athens (or pick you up at your cruise ship) and cycle about 6 km through traffic to reach the foot of Mt. Hymettus. The climb takes about an hour to ascend and 45 minutes to descend. You reach the top when you come to the locked gates of a military installation.

On the descent there’s a stop at Kalopoula cafe for a Greek coffee and snack, check out the turtle pond and take a short hike to a Byzantine church.

If departure from your hotel is at 9:00 am, you should be back by 1:00 pm latest. It is your call if you want to start the ride earlier or later in the afternoon.

Inclusions

Tour Leader / Bike Guide: for 4 or more riders the Tour Leader handles all the tour logistics and cycles with the group. For 2-3 riders, no bike guide / tour leader, only driver who indicates the route (route has no turns).
Support vehicle: for 4 or more riders, (“sag wagon”) with bilingual driver who is also a bike mechanic. Vehicle carries spare parts, spare fully pumped wheels, floor pump, ice cooler, water, nutritious snacks, bike tools, first aid kit, day packs, and gives you a lift if you get tired
Bikes: Specialized road bike or hybrid bike. Triple chain ring, 27 gears. Road bike has carbon fiber fork. Hybrids have front suspension. E-bike available as an upgrade on request for 48 euros. Regular pedals or toe clips on request. You are welcome to bring your own clip-in pedals and shoes. See Our Bikes & Gear
Bike gear: water bottle, helmet, handlebar pouch, odometer
Beverage & snack at Kalopoula cafe
Water