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7. HIKING ON MOUNT PARNITHA
For a breath of mountain air, book up with Trekking Hellas for a four-hour hiking ex-
pedition up Mount Parnitha. A professional guide will lead you along a marked route
up the craggy Houni ravine from Agia Triada to the Bafi refuge.
Trekking Hellas •
210 331 0323 •
www.trekking.gr
8. ONE-DAY SAILING TRIP
Tzennet Yachting has a fleet of smart boats of various sizes available for tailor-made
one-day sailing trips in the company of an English-speaking skipper. This is un-
doubtedly the best way to explore the islands.
Tzennet Yachting • 210 982 5810 •
9. ONE-DAY DIVING TRIP
The Aegean Dive Center organizes diving trips to a wreck, a cave and a reef along
the coast between Glyfada and Cape Sounio. With water temperatures around 26°C
(79°F) in summer and 14°C (57°F) in winter, diving is possible all the year round.
The staff speak excellent English, and tuition is available to those with no previous
experience.
Aegean Dive Center • 210 894 5409 •
www.aegeandivers.com
10. HELICOPTER TOURS
For a dramatic bird's-eye view of the city, take a helicopter ride with Hop In Sightsee-
ing. Flights can be arranged throughout the year, and you can choose the route you
wish to take. Expect to pay €1750 for up to five people for 30 minutes' flying time.
Hop In Sightseeing • 210 428 5500 •
www.hopin.com
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