Discover Athens’ hidden gems and iconic sites on a private half-day tour. Explore UNESCO treasures, ancient agoras, and savor local cuisine.
Discover Athens’ hidden gems and iconic sites on a private half-day tour. Explore UNESCO treasures, ancient agoras, and savor local cuisine.
- The Monastery of Daphni - The Daphni Monastery was established towards the end of the sixth century A.D. on the site of the Sanctuary of Apollo, which had been desecrated by the Goths in 395. The Sanctuary of Apollo was constructed in the Ionic style, featuring the thinnest and smallest columns. These columns rest on a base with an ornamental…
- The Monastery of Daphni - The Daphni Monastery was established towards the end of the sixth century A.D. on the site of the Sanctuary of Apollo, which had been desecrated by the Goths in 395. The Sanctuary of Apollo was constructed in the Ionic style, featuring the thinnest and smallest columns. These columns rest on a base with an ornamental scroll at the top. Some columns of the temple have been preserved. One of the four Ionic columns of the ancient Sanctuary of Apollo remains at the site, as it was reused in the Daphni Monastery. The other columns were removed and taken to London by Thomas Bruce, Earl of Elgin (of Elgin Marbles fame). The columns, column bases, and column tops from the Sanctuary of Apollo are currently held by the British Museum.
- Ancient Agora of Athens - The Agora was the heart of Athenian democracy, where the city’s most significant political functions were carried out and where both Pericles and Socrates were active.
- Roman Agora - Constructed between 19 and 11 B.C. with donations from Julius Caesar and Augustus. During Hadrian’s reign, the court was paved with slabs.
- Panathenaic Stadium - A multi-purpose stadium in Athens, Greece. One of Athens’ main historic attractions, it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.
- Hellenic Parliament - The Parliament of the Hellenes, commonly known as the Hellenic Parliament, is the unicameral legislature of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace.
- The Academy of Athens - The Academy of Athens is Greece’s national academy and the highest research institution in the country. It was founded in 1926.
- Acropolis - The Acropolis of Athens is the most striking and complete ancient Greek monumental complex still existing today.
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Mercedes Premium Vehicles
- Guide/Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Mercedes Premium Vehicles
- Guide/Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
A chauffeur will pick you up from the cruise terminal, the airport, or any address in Athens at your preferred time. They will keep you updated during the journey but are not licensed to provide guided tours at the sites, and entrance fees are your responsibility. The first destination is the lesser-known Monastery of Daphni, a UNESCO World Heritage…
A chauffeur will pick you up from the cruise terminal, the airport, or any address in Athens at your preferred time. They will keep you updated during the journey but are not licensed to provide guided tours at the sites, and entrance fees are your responsibility. The first destination is the lesser-known Monastery of Daphni, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its stunning mosaics. Next, head to the city center to explore a remarkable array of classical and neoclassical landmarks, with a lunch break included. Dive into history at the Ancient Agora, the Roman Agora, the Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the National Archaeological Museum. Visit the Hellenic Parliament, the magnificent Academy of Athens, and the Panathenaic Stadium, the venue of the first modern Olympics. Conclude the tour by experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of Syntagma Square. Finally, your chauffeur will return you to your chosen address.
- Only foldable wheelchair
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.