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Private Tour: Athens Highlights and Acropolis Exploration
4.9
94 Ratings
Athens
Experience the best of Athens on a private tour, from the iconic Acropolis to the historic Plaka neighborhood. Discover the birthplace of democracy and philosophy in this time-efficient and immersive exploration.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Acropolis - The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments are universal symbols of the classical spirit and civilization and form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world. Athens, following the victory against the Persians and the establishment of democracy, took a leading position amongst the other city-states of the ancient world. In the age that followed, as philosophy and art flourished, an exceptional group of artists put into effect the ambitious plans of Athenian statesman Pericles and, under the inspired guidance of the sculptor Pheidias, transformed the rocky hill into a unique monument of thought and the arts.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional English speaking Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of History
What's Not Included
- Licensed Guide to accompany you into archeological sites
- Entrance Fees to archeological sites and museums
- Airport pick-up is optional and comes with additional cost
Additional Information
In this exclusive tour, seize the chance to explore Athens, the birthplace of democracy and philosophy. Traverse the Acropolis hill and be in awe of the remnants of an illustrious civilization, reaching from its base all the way to the iconic Parthenon. Watch the presidential guards stationed in front of the old-standing royal palace and take in the magnificence of the Panathenaic stadium, the venue for the inaugural modern Olympic Games. Take the time to explore the Temple of Olympian Zeus, among the largest edifices of ancient Greece and, just a stone’s throw away, immerse yourself in the quaint alleyways of Plaka, a historic district waiting to be discovered. Perfect for those on a tight schedule or visiting Athens for the first time.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking and exploring the various sites.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen, as the weather in Greece can be hot and sunny
- Pre-order your tickets online a few days before your visit: hhticket.gr
- Child seat available upon request
Location
Acropolis
Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
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Julie_t
Jun 21, 2024
Highly recommend - Costas, our driver, was the best! We had a great time and highly recommend this tour. It was the highlight of our time in Athens!
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Kathy_m
Jun 18, 2024
Acropolis and Athens highlights - We had a group of 31 and the company contacted me and helped me coordinate all into one group. The drivers (2) and guide were very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. We had age ranges from 7-85. It was good to have private tour
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Yolanda_j
Jun 16, 2024
Great Private Tour! - This was a great tour. I liked this private tour because we were able to spend as much or as little time at each site as we liked. Ruslan was professional, courteous and extremely knowledgeable.
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Todd_h
Jun 15, 2024
1st time in Athens - This is our 1st visit to Athens and we knew there was so much to see. Ruslan was our guide. He arrived early to our hotel and was so kind, friendly and informative. He spent the day showing us all the wonderful sights and giving us the history behind it all. He allowed us to stop and take photos and gave recommendations on things to eat and places to go while visiting Athens. I would highly recommend this tour if visiting Athens and you want to sightsee and make the most of your day with an amazing guide. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Daniel_m
Jun 14, 2024
Fun and informative - Service was excellent and very informative. Hit all the major sites that we wanted to see in Athens. There was a heat wave so it was nice to have to air conditioned car between visits. Highly recommend
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161brucet
Jun 14, 2024
Awesome experience in Athens - Periklis was a terrific guide. He is very friendly. He provided us with historical facts as well as present days development of Greece. We fully enjoyed the tour.
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Stephen_c
Jun 14, 2024
Family reunion in Athens. - Ruslan was a fantastic guide. He has extensive knowledge about the history of Athens and the surrounding area. He is extremely personable and adapted the day to meet all our needs. He will allow you the time to visit any locations you wish. Make sure you purchase a combo ticket when you set your day plan as this will allow you into many attractions without line ups. We were travelling with our 24 and 25 year old son and daughter and they were entertained and enjoyed his information greatly as well. A perfect way to see Athens in a day.
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Patricia_m
Jun 12, 2024
Great day in Athens! - Our driver Michael was awesome! He was our driver in Athens on May 14. He is very knowledgeable of the area and pointed out many interesting facts. We had tickets to a few major attractions ( purchased ahead of time, which I strongly suggest) and he told us all about them before we entered. He was right there waiting for us at the designated meeting spot when we were done- got us to every place before the crowds! Beside being kind, courteous and fun , he is an excellent driver! Traffic can get a bit busy in Athens and he maneuvered the streets like a pro. The car was very clean and comfortable and he also had water and a snack for us! Gave us a great restaurant suggestion as well as to where to walk around and explore the city!
Michael showed us a wonderful day in beautiful Athens!
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Ginelm2023
Jun 12, 2024
Take this tour with Ruslan and you won't regret it! - My husband and I took this tour during our cruise vacation. Ruslan was an excellent tour guide and shared lots of history with us. If you want to see the major things in Athens this is the way to do it! Navigating the streets of Athens would have been a nightmare for us! Ruslan never got stuck in too much traffic because he knows his way around the city. We saw everything in the time allotted.
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Ginel_m
Jun 12, 2024
Well worth it! - Our guide, Ruslan, was great. He was right on time and got us to all of the places we wanted to see. I would not have wanted to navigate that driving! He was very friendly and shared his knowledge on the places we were visiting as well as chatting about other topics. He did a fantastic job and we were very pleased with this tour. If you want to see all of the major ruins in Athens, this is the tour to book.
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