Induction moment: Ararat is carrying out collaborations with other organizations from civil society which do not belong to Caritas network. The reason that Ararat is working with them is that these organizations do share the values of Solidarity Traveling and provide a social impact that is good both for the Greek society and the visitors. The induction moments with these organizations are organized as a one-time event in which the organization provides its service in exchange for an offer or the payment of a ticket which will go to support the organization itself.

SCHEDIA SOCIAL COOPERATIVE

The Invisible tours
A walk in the city center of Athens, guided by previously marginalized persons who provide information about how the Greek financial crisis has affected the life of people, narrated through their personal experience. The social organization behind this venture is called “Shedia” which means raft. All the services that the organization develops are funded by donations and by the street magazine that the homeless sell around the center of Athens.

ALTERNATIVE TOUR OF ATHENS

Alternative tours of Athens (ATA)
Through a wide variety of alternative tours, ATA promotes Athens’ architecture, street and public art, ecological and social movements, bike routes, nightlife, and creative local workshops. By showcasing Athens’ diverse communities, alternative landmarks, and modern city life, ATA aims to promote culture and tourism, increasing the interaction between visitors, local residents and urban spaces.

EUREKA ATHENS — ALTERNATIVE FREE WALKING TOUR

“We love Athens and we love walking in small groups!”

In this alternative walking tour, the visitor will see Athens through the eyes of a local who loves this city! The visitor has the chance to get insiders information about life in Ancient Athens and how it has changed over the
centuries. The small size of the groups allows to interact better with each other. At the end of the tour the visitor gets tips and suggestions about a number of ways in order to feel the true vibes of modern Athens!