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At the Edge of Europe - Colours of Athens Photography Tour

  • 09th - 13th November, 2026

  • £1,999.00 / £350.00 Deposit

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Our Colours of Athens photography tour will take place in November 2026 and will be led by Peter Fenech.

Athens, the first great European capital you encounter when approaching from the Middle East, sits at a cultural crossroads where Roman heritage meets Eastern influence. Its compact centre makes it easy to explore on foot, while surrounding hills and landmarks such as Mount Lycabettus and the Acropolis provide sweeping vantage points across the valley. This blend of intimacy and scale makes Athens a wonderfully rewarding city for photographers.

This tour is designed to balance the grand and the everyday - capturing the energy of bustling streets alongside the quieter details that reveal the city’s character. Ancient ruins stand shoulder to shoulder with modern buildings, while narrow lanes strung with lights lead into lively markets and neighbourhoods filled with colour and texture. Athens feels made for photography, offering endless opportunities for both discreet street portraits and expansive cityscapes.

Tags: Athens Photography Tour | Athens Photography Holiday | Athens Landscape Photography

At the Edge of Europe - Colours of Athens Photography Tour

At the Edge of Europe - Colours of Athens Photography Tour
Among the highlights will be wandering through the colourful neighbourhood of Plaka and the hidden courtyards of Anafiotika, known for its whitewashed Cycladic houses and bright shutters. Often called ‘Little Mykonos,’ this enclave brings a touch of island life into the capital. From here, the climb up to the Acropolis offers not only a chance to photograph one of the world’s most recognisable landmarks, but also to enjoy sweeping views over the city and out to the port of Piraeus. Winding through these narrow lanes, photographers will find textured walls, vivid colours, and intimate corners that reward both close-up detail and wide compositions.

Athens Photography Tour

We’ll also immerse ourselves in the vibrant Psyrri and Monastiraki districts, where alleys are decorated with pottery, flags, and textiles, and the atmosphere changes with the light of day. These areas are ideal for exploring travel and documentary photography, capturing small stories within the bigger picture. At Syndagma Square, the ceremonial changing of the guard outside the Parliament building provides a striking contrast to the lively streets nearby. A ride up Mount Lycabettus reveals Athens in all directions, while after dark, Psyrri’s illuminated cafés and lively streets create a perfect playground for low-light and night photography.

By the end of the journey, you’ll not only return with a rich collection of images, but also with fresh skills, new perspectives, and the inspiration that comes from photographing one of Europe’s most vibrant and historic capitals.

Places on this tour are limited to 6. 

  • Included

    • Accommodation - single occupancy

    • Breakfasts

    • Airport Transfers from recommended flights

    • Entry fees

    • Tuition from Peter Fenech

  • Excluded

    • International flights

    • Meals not mentioned

    • Insurance

Tutored By

Tutored by Peter Fenech

Peter Fenech
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Luxury Editions

Essentially, a Luxury Editions tour is an exclusive micro learning group with five star tuition and treatment in all aspects of the tour. Each year a small number of ‘Luxury Editions’ tours will run where the group numbers no more than four photographers per tutor. Here the learning approach is more intensive where the leader is able to offer constant ‘hands-on guidance’ allowing them an opportunity to work in depth with each individual photographer in addition to working with the group on a collective basis. In addition to this, the accommodation will be of a high standard and special extras will be included. These tours are only taught by our long standing leaders who have years of experience and are highly sought after. If you would like to join a Luxury Edition tour, then the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop.

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Off the Beaten Track

Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tours cater for those more adventurous photographers who would like to get off the beaten track and explore roads untrodden or delve into the culture of a place. Groups are small and you can be assured that although the tour leader will have an in-depth knowledge of the location, you may veer off track if an unplanned photography opportunity presents itself! The tuition is five star on these tours. The accommodation varies on these tours from mid range hotels, shared cabins on a ship to basic and clean camps. Our priority is to get you to the best locations in time for the best shot and if this means camping half way up a mountain then so be it! Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tutors will have experience and knowledge of the area, so you can be assured that you will be completely taken care off to allow you to concentrate on that award winning image. If you would like to join an ‘Off the Beaten Track’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. We do also ask that you have a good level of fitness as these tours could involve a large amount of walking. Check each tours description for requirements.

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Classic

Our Classic tours are aimed at those who wish to discover unique locations, but at a more leisurely pace than the Off the Beaten Track tours. There will be ample time to immerse yourself in the location and spend time on your photography. Classic tours also focus on sunrise and sunset (which are optional for those who like to sleep in!) and have a slightly larger group size (max 8 per tutor) to allow the social side of photography to be appreciated. Tuition is five star and hotels are mid-high range depending on the tour. Every classic tour is different so do refer to the tour description for details of accommodation and locations visited. If you would like to join a ‘Classic’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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City Tours

Interested in architectural photography or street photography? Do you get a buzz from photographing city life? Then a city tour is for you. We have a range of tours catering to various styles of photography including People/Street, Intentional Camera Movement, Iphoneography or Architectural photography. Tours range in length from weekend breaks, ideal for those who don’t have may days holiday left, or longer tours to allow yourself to truly explore the city. Our tutors have an in-depth knowledge of the location and will take you to undiscovered spots to ensure you come away with a varied selection of images that you are proud of. If you would like to join a ‘City’ tour, the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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In a Day

Only got one day to spare or have already used up your ‘holiday’ budget? Join one of our ‘In a Day’ photography workshops and we will provide you with the knowledge, the views and the techniques for making the most of the light. You will go away not only having met some like minded people but most importantly having learnt something new and exciting about photography. You only need to bring a camera and an open mind! Our photography workshops are ideal for all levels of photographer from beginner to advanced. Please note these one day workshops are exclusive of VAT, this will be applied at the rate of 20% at the checkout.

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Easy - most locations are arrived at by vehicle, and most subjects and viewpoints are within easy reach. No particular level of fitness is required.

Moderate - these tours involve some walking, perhaps sometimes in towns, or on well developed trails. There may be a limited amount of uphill walking. Please advise if you have any fitness concerns.

Strenuous - these are tours which may include demanding levels of walking, including some prolonged or steep ascents and descents. Rough terrain (off the beaten track) may well be encountered. A reasonable level of fitness is required for these trips.

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