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Half-Day Private Tour of Athens

Athens

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Overview

Explore the most significant sites of ancient and modern Athens, including the Acropolis, Olympic Stadium, and Lycabettus hill, in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Highlights

  • Experience the best of Athens with a tour that offers hassle-free and comfortable round-trip transfers in a luxurious vehicle with luggage services.
  • Visit the Acropolis and its monuments such as the Parthenon dedicated to the goddess Athena and the Temple of Athena Nike, the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
  • Head to the Panathenaic Stadium where the first contemporary Olympic Games took place in 1896.
  • See the three neoclassical buildings of the architectural trilogy of Athens–the Academy of Athens, the University of Athens, and the National Library of Greece.
  • Depending on your group size and privacy requirements, you can enjoy the experience in a 4-seater or 8-seater vehicle.
  • Fun Fact: Athens is known as the "city of the violet crown" because, in ancient times, the hills surrounding the city were covered in violets during the springtime, creating a beautiful and fragrant sight.

Inclusions

  • Private half-day tour of Athens
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Luggage service

Exclusions

  • Admission tickets to attractions
  • Guided Tours (only upon request)

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your Experience

Athens Uncovered: From Ancient Monuments to Neoclassical Buildings

Starting early in the morning, you'll head to Acropolis hill, a legendary citadel that boasts some of the most iconic monuments of the ancient world. This is the perfect time to visit, as you'll beat the heat and the crowds, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty of the Acropolis without any distractions. As you make your way through the hill, you'll be awestruck by the towering monuments and the breathtaking views of the city. The history and significance of this place are palpable, and you'll feel transported to a different time and place.

After the Acropolis, you'll continue to the center of the city, where you'll visit the Columns of Olympian Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium, the site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. These impressive structures are a testament to the incredible engineering and architectural skills of the ancient Greeks, and you'll feel humbled by their accomplishments.

Next up, you'll visit the National Garden, a beautiful oasis in the heart of Athens, before watching the changing of the Presidential Guard in front of the old royal palace, which is now the home of the Hellenic Parliament. This is a rare opportunity to witness a unique Greek tradition, and you'll feel privileged to be a part of it. Finally, you'll head to Panepistimiou Street, where you'll see the stunning neoclassical buildings of the architectural trilogy of Athens, including the National Library, the University of Athens, and the Academy of Athens. These buildings are a testament to the incredible artistic and cultural achievements of Greece, and you'll be blown away by their beauty.

Itinerary

  • Acropolis

  • Temple of Olympian Zeus

  • Panathenaic Stadium

  • Hellenic Parliament

  • The Academy of Athens

  • Mount Lycabettus

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