Private Classical Athens Tour: Experience the Majestic Parthenon, Acropolis Museum and More
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Athens
Immerse yourself in the wonders of ancient Athens on a private tour. Visit the Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, and more. Experience breathtaking views and explore historic landmarks.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Acropolis - Once we pick you up from your accommodation, your Classical Athens day tour will commence with a visit to the hill of the Acropolis which will definitely be the highlight of your day. On the historical hill you will have the opportunity to see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.
- Hadrian’s Arch - Drive by Hadrian’s Arch.
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - Drive by the Temple of Olympiad Zeus (optional to visit)
- Kallimarmaro - Visit Olympic Stadium (Kallimarmaro), also known as the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic games were held in 1896.
- Mount Lycabettus - Visit Licabettus Hill with magnificent panoramic views of Athens
- National Archaeological Museum - Visit the breathtaking Archaeological Museum (with an option to visit the incredible Acropolis Museum)
- National Library of Greece - Drive by the National Library and Athens University
- Old Parliament - Drive by the famous Stadiou street with the remarkable statue of Theodoros Kolokotronis, “General” of the War Of Independence, 1821
- Hellenic Parliament - Visit the Constitution Square, the Hellenic Parliament and the changing of the Royal Guards
- Monastiraki - Enjoy lunch at a traditional taverna
Shopping for your friends and family in the flea market
- Ancient Agora of Athens - Visit the remarkable Ancient Agora, tracing the footsteps of the Athenian philosophers
- Acropolis - Option to visit the Acropolis (Sacred rock) and glorious Parthenon during sunset (time permitting)
- Athens - Return to your Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Knowledgeable Drivers in Greek History
- Exclusive Fully Private Tour
- Complimentary Bottled Water and Refreshing Wipes
- Convenient Hotel/Port Pick-Up and Drop-Off
- First Class Private Transportation
- Fluent English and Multi-Lingual Drivers
- Delicious Handmade Greek Biscuits
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees to the sites
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
- Food & Drinks
- Licensed guide to accompany guests into the sites and museums (additional cost)
- Tips and Gratuities
Additional Information
The Acropolis beckons you with its grandiose Parthenon temple adorned with columns, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the sacred Temple of Olympiad Zeus, the historically significant Panathenaic Olympic Stadium or Kalimarmaro, the mesmerizing Acropolis Museum and the fascinating National Archaeological Museum.
From the towering Mount Lycabettus, 300 metres above the ocean, witness awe-inspiring panoramic views before marveling at the neoclassical structures of the ‘architectural trilogy’ featuring the National library, Athens University and the Academy of Athens.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the captivating ceremony of the Royal Guards changing at Constitution Syntagma Square is an intriguing sight!
The vibrant Monastiraki famed for its landmarks such as the remnants of Hadrian’s library, the Stoa of Attalos and the ancient Agora is a must-visit, especially for its bustling flea market!
Discover Plaka with its narrow cobblestone passages adorned with small boutiques, cozy sidewalk cafes, and traditional tavernas!
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Location
Acropolis
Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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162doria
Mar 15, 2024
Perfect Day in Athens - We had an amazing day in Athens during our cruise. Giannis picked us up at the port, took us to all the important stops we wanted to see, and even arranged a wonderful lunch for us. I highly recommend a private tour over the big bus tours. We were able to see everything we wanted to see and had great conversation as well. Thank you Giannis for a wonderful day!
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Louistw1557ex
Sep 28, 2023
Magical Athens - My journey through Classical Athens with Ancient Greece Tours was an absolute dream come true. Exploring iconic landmarks like the Acropolis, strolling through the charming streets of Plaka, and immersing myself in the vibrant atmosphere of the flea market were experiences I'll cherish forever. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour to fellow travelers. It's an opportunity to turn lifelong dreams into cherished memories, and you won't be disappointed.
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Reesefamilytravel
Aug 3, 2023
Great tour and Guide! - We had one full day to explore Athens before our cruise, so we chose this tour. Our guide, Dimitris, seriously was the best and set up a great itinerary for our day. He was very punctual, polite and damn funny! I highly recommend Dimitris and Ancient Greece Tours & Transfers.
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Sue_l
Jul 12, 2023
Amazing time in Athens - Our tour guide Dimitris made our visit in Athens most pleasurable. He was informative and funny, very accommodating. Eva, who took us around the Acropolis, was also very nice. She made our Greek history lessons very interesting.
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C8248yedianad
Oct 15, 2022
Giannis is an Excellent Tour Driver - The four of us had a great time with Giannis as our private driver to the Acropolis and Pantheon. We have a handicapped person with us and Giannis was very attentive to her needs and getting us as close as possible to our site entrances. He is very knowledgeable and told us a lot about Athens history. We also visited the Acropolis Museum and the National Archeological Museum. Then Giannis drove us to the highest point in Athens for spectacular views of the entire city. He is an excellent and safe driver and is very professional and excellent at his job. We really appreciated Giannis being our driver guide today that we scheduled him for tomorrow as well.
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Heatherscibetta
Oct 15, 2022
Excellent Guide - Our guide Michael was excellent. He was very easy to communicate with, very accommodating to our requests, and was able to help us make last minute modifications to ensure our day in Athens was perfect. He provided us with useful information about every site we visited and was timely throughout the day as he allowed us time to explore the city. Would absolutely recommend this company for any transportation or guide needs in Athens.
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Bj
Jun 3, 2022
Day 2 of 3 - Another amazing day with George our tour guide, driver and now family member. He was super patient with us as we changed things up and divided activities, some went to the museum while others went shopping! Even as we continued to change things he just made sure we saw the highlights, changing of the guards, the museum, the Olympic Stadium…we finished the day at the Acropolis with Cissy who was fantastic about taking us around to see everything and explain the history. Overall another great day with George who took amazing care of us!
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Haleynico
Oct 19, 2021
Great day despite the rain! - Terry was awesome and showed us some really cool spots in Athens! Even though it rained the day we went, we still had a ton of fun and saw everything that we wanted to. Thank you!
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Shane
Jun 6, 2021
You cannot go wrong booking this tour with Tas! He is the man! - Tas was the best! He guided us through ancient Athens like a pro. We would have been lost trying to do this ourselves. He was super friendly,very knowledgeable, and treated us like family! If you want a private tour with someone who knows the ins and outs of Athens then Tas is your guy! He made us Americans feel like Greeks at least for a day! I can’t say enough about this tour!
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Nathalie
Jun 15, 2019
AMAZING private tour! - We could not have been happier with our private tour! 4 adults and 3 children all day tour with Nicos. The best guide ever! He came to pick us up at our Airb&b on the Athen's Riviera and spent the whole day with us. He took us first to the Acropolis, then to a great lunch place where we asked him to join us and all around the city. Even got us a special Greek cake. He was so personable and friendly. We could have never done what we did without him! the whole day was amazing and we recommend highly this service.
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