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Delve deep into the history of ancient Greece on a 5-hour private tour of the ancient iconic highlights of Athens. Visit Acropolis / Parthenon, the Temple of Zeus, the Old Olympic Stadium, Lycabettus Hill and the changing of the guards. Create unique memories as you enjoy your dinner at the highest point of Athens, overlooking Parthenon and Aegean sea. Taste local delicacies and relax as the sun dips into the sea, creating a unique colorful palette.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pickup from all accommodations in Athens. For areas close to Airport or Airport there is extra charge for pickup/drop off. Due to the fact that sunset is at different time per month please note that pick up is as follows : April , May, August at about 16:00 June, July at about 16:30 September at about 15:30 October at about 15:00 November, December, January at about 13:00 February, March at about 13:30 We will inform you of exact pickup time 1 day earlier to tour date.
Itinerary
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Our driver will pickup from your accommodation and start the tour in Athens
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Sightseeing in Athens starts with the hill of Acropolis which will make 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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
The Propylaea is the monumental entrances to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the patron goddess of the city. Built by the architect Mnesicles with Pentelic marble, their design was avant-garde. To the south-west of the Propylaea, on a rampart protecting the main entrance to the Acropolis, is the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, the eternal symbol of the Athenian Democracy and the werstern civilization.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Temple of Poseidon and Athena, the strangest and most sacred place in ancient Athens.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike or Wingless Victory.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The Theatre of Dionysus Elefthereus is a major theatre in Athens, considered to be the world's first theatre, built at the foot of the Athenian Acropolis
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theater structure located on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. The building was completed in 161 AD and then renovated in 1950.
Admission ticket free -
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After the Acropolis, we will head towards the Temple of Zeus, the biggest in antiquity, devoted to the King of the Gods,by way of Hadrian's Arch.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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We will visit Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens. The square is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was obliged to grant after a popular and military uprising on 3 September 1843.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Hellenic Parliament, in Greek known as Voulí ton Ellínon is the parliament of Greece, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. The Parliament is the supreme democratic institution that represents the citizens through an elected body of Members of Parliament.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We will see the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, which is today Parliament House, above the central square of Athens.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The Academy Building constitutes one of three parts in an “architectural trilogy”. It was founded with the Constitutional Decree of March 18th, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities and Fine Arts. The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the largest state institution of higher learning in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. The splendid Athens University was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen and completed in 1864.
Admission ticket free -
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Then moving into the historical center of the city we will drive up the highest hill of Athens, Lycabettus Hill, where you’ll have the best panoramic view of the city! You can gaze the hill of Acropolis to the endless Aegean Sea. Your dinner time will be here
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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After your sunset dinner we will take you back to your hotel.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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