Affordable 5-Day Summer Trip from Sharjah to Athens: Halal Food, Car Rental, and Sightseeing

Day 1: Arrival and Settle

Athens, Greece on August 10, 2025

9:20am

Flight from Sharjah to Athens

Departure from Sharjah International Airport to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport. Flight duration approx. 4 hours.
AED 1,724 (EUR ~417), 4h

1:10pm

Arrival and Transfer to Hotel

Upon arriving, take a taxi (approx. 38 EUR / AED 157) or rent a car for mobility during stay. Newel Psychiko is your accommodation for 5 nights, includes breakfast.
Taxi approx. AED 157 / Car rental approx. AED 100/day, 1h

3:00pm

Check-in and Rest at Newel Psychiko

Settle into your deluxe double room. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and hotel facilities, ideal for beating the August heat indoors.
Included in hotel cost AED 2,573.47 total, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Al-Aqsa Restaurant (Halal)

Enjoy authentic Middle Eastern halal cuisine, just 10 minutes by taxi from hotel. Opens 6pm-11pm.
Approx. AED 120 (EUR ~29) for two, 1.5h
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Day 2: Acropolis & Plaka

Athens, Greece on August 11, 2025

8:00am

Hotel Breakfast

Enjoy hotel breakfast to energize your day.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Visit Acropolis

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site early to avoid heat and crowds. Entry fee AED 100 (EUR ~24). Open 8am-8pm in August.
AED 100, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Dionysos Zonar's (Halal options)

Offers stunning views of Acropolis with halal Mediterranean dishes. Approximate cost AED 180 for two. Open 12pm-10:30pm.
AED 180, 1.5h

2:00pm

Explore Plaka District

Walk around historic Plaka, shops, and cafes. Good shaded streets for hot weather.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Drive Back to Hotel and Rest

Avoid midday heat relaxing inside your air-conditioned hotel.
Included, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Nefeli Restaurant

Halal-friendly Greek and Mediterranean cuisine located nearby, open 6pm-11pm.
AED 150, 1.5h
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Day 3: Cape Sounion Day Trip

Athens & Cape Sounion, Greece on August 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy early breakfast before the day trip.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Drive to Cape Sounion

About 70 km south of Athens, drive approx 1.5 hours with car rental. Park at site parking lot (AED 15).
AED 15 parking, 1.5h

10:00am

Visit Temple of Poseidon

Ancient Greek ruins with stunning coastal views. Entry fee AED 45 (EUR ~11). Open 8am-8pm in August.
AED 45, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at nearby seafood restaurant with halal options

Try local cuisine with seafood paired with halal dishes. Approx. AED 150 for two.
AED 150, 1.5h

2:30pm

Return to Athens

Drive back to hotel to avoid late afternoon heat.
Included in car rental, 1.5h

4:00pm

Rest and Refresh at Hotel

Relax in your air-conditioned room after outdoor activities.
Included, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Avocado Restaurant (halal-friendly)

Healthy Mediterranean dishes with vegetarian and halal options, open 6pm-11pm.
AED 130, 1.5h
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Day 4: Athens Museums & Shopping

Athens, Greece on August 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with hotel breakfast.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Acropolis Museum Visit

World-class museum next to Acropolis, showcasing ancient artifacts. Entry AED 100. Opens 8am-8pm.
AED 100, 2.5h

12:00pm

Lunch at Oineas Restaurant (Halal-friendly)

Casual dining with halal options in central Athens. Cost approx. AED 120 for two.
AED 120, 1.5h

2:00pm

Shopping at Ermou Street

Popular pedestrian shopping street with international brands. Lots of small shops accept cash.
Free (shopping varies), 3h

5:30pm

Return to Hotel and Relax

Avoid the evening outdoor heat by staying indoors.
Included, 2h

8:00pm

Dinner at Mazi Greek Restaurant

Halal-certified restaurant specializing in Greek cuisine. Budget AED 150 for two.
AED 150, 1.5h
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Day 5: Relax & Departure Prep

Athens, Greece on August 14, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy your last breakfast included with the hotel stay.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Relax in National Garden of Athens

Shaded outdoor park with cool green spaces, great for a morning walk before travel. Free entry.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Light Lunch at Halal-friendly Cafe (Zaatar)

Casual, quick halal meals near hotel. Approx AED 80 for two.
AED 80, 1h

1:30pm

Return Rental Car and Pack

Consider keeping car till return to airport if flights early morning. Parking available at airport and hotel (hotel usually free parking). Daily car rental approx. AED 100.
Rental car cost included approx. AED 500 total, 2h

4:00pm

Early Dinner at Sultan's Turkish Restaurant

Delicious halal Turkish and Mediterranean dinner for your last meal. Opens 5pm-11pm, budget AED 130 for two.
AED 130, 1.5h

6:30pm

Rest & Prepare for Flight

Relax at hotel and prepare for late night flight.
Included, 4h
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Day 6: Departure

Athens to Sharjah on August 15, 2025

11:40pm

Flight Athens to Sharjah

Your flight departs late night and arrives next day early morning.
Included in initial airfare, 5h40m
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