Private Half-Day Cultural Tour of Athens Highlights

8 hours • Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 10+Guided • Operated by Englobia • 5.0 from 20 reviews

Why we love it?

The Best of Athens Full Day Acropolis City Private Tour offers an immersive exploration of Athens, focusing on its most iconic historical sites. Over the course of eight hours, participants enjoy the convenience of a private air-conditioned vehicle, complete with an English-speaking driver, allowing for a personalized experience. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking an in-depth understanding of ancient Greek culture, as it includes visits to the Acropolis and its museum, along with sightseeing stops throughout the city. The distinctive aspect of this tour is its private nature, providing flexibility in the itinerary and the opportunity to engage with the rich history of Athens at a leisurely pace.
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Inclusions

  • Private A/C luxurious vehicle disposal with sightseeing stops
  • Professional English-speaking knowledgeable driver (Not licensed to guide you in sites)
  • Athens hotel/ Piraeus port pick-up and drop-off
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Skip the ticket booth queues -Optional advance booking by us and paid directly to the driver on spot

Exclusions

  • Lunch, personal expenses & gratuities
  • Guided tour to the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum with a licensed guide (Booking Option)
  • Acropolis Tickets (available upon request)
  • Acropolis Museum Tickets (available upon request)
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off

Itinerary

Stop 1

Embark on your private tour at the break of dawn, starting at the revered Acropolis Hill. Accompanied by our knowledgeable licensed tour guide, you'll gain comprehensive insights into the iconic structures of the Acropolis, such as the majestic Parthenon, the Temple of Nike, the Propylaea, and the hallowed Erechtheion.

Stop 2

Descending Acropolis Hill, you will reach the Acropolis Museum, where you will have the chance to admire exhibits and artifacts nearly 3.000 years old.

Stop 3

After your museum visit, venture into Athens' neoclassical architectural wonders as you stroll through Plaka, the charming neighborhood nestled in the heart of the city. Here, you'll encounter iconic structures, including the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates!

Roam around the flee market & have a lunch break (lunch not included)

Stop 5

Following a revitalizing lunch break (not included), embark on your city tour in a luxurious vehicle, exploring Athens's significant landmarks.

Stop 6

Following a revitalizing lunch break (not included), embark on your city tour in a luxurious vehicle, exploring Athens's significant landmarks. Visit the Library of Hadrian and the Temple of Olympian Zeus before delving into the vibrant atmosphere of Monastiraki, renowned for its lively flea market. Traverse the 18th and 19th-century ambiance of Athens by driving through Syntagma Square, the seat of the Greek Parliament since the inception of the new Greek state. Adjacent to the imposing parliamentary building, experience the aromatic National Garden with its diverse plant species and marvel at the historic Panathenaic Stadium, the venue of the inaugural modern Olympic Games!

Stop 7

Embark on your city tour in a luxurious vehicle, exploring Athens's significant landmarks. Visit the Library of Hadrian and the Temple of Olympian Zeus before delving into the vibrant atmosphere of Monastiraki, renowned for its lively flea market. Traverse the 18th and 19th-century ambiance of Athens by driving through Syntagma Square, the seat of the Greek Parliament since the inception of the new Greek state. Adjacent to the imposing parliamentary building, experience the aromatic National Garden with its diverse plant species and marvel at the historic Panathenaic Stadium, the venue of the inaugural modern Olympic Games!

Stop 8

Following a revitalizing lunch break (not included), embark on your city tour in a luxurious vehicle, exploring Athens's significant landmarks.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Traveling time between the sights of interest is included in the total duration of the tour.
  • Since this is a private tour, it is totally customizable even on spot with your driver's assistance. You can ask for extra time at certain spots you are interested to visit. If you buy the guided tour, a licensed (official) guide will be with you throughout your entire tour (all 5 hours) and will guide you inside the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum as well. An official guide for ONLY the Acropolis site will cost the same, as we charge for a minimum of a half-day tour.
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear and bring a hat and sunscreen, as Greece often experiences warm and sunny weather.
  • Please note that tickets to any archaeological site or museum are not included, and they will have to be acquired on spot. Please provide us with your accommodation or vessel details, so we can arrange your pickup. Your driver will pick you up from the hotel lobby.
  • For port pick-up, your driver will be waiting for you at the gate, just as you disembark, holding a name sign.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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