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Explore the highlights of Athens in just few hours on this private tour by private vehicle. Enjoy pickup from your hotel or a convenient meeting point and visit highlights such the Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus and Lycabettus Hill. Discover the best of Athens in a few hours on a private tour.Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with knowledgeable driver.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This is a Private Tour. Your driver will be waiting for you in front of the Hotel/Apartment. For Airport/Port pick-up your driver will meet you at the arrivals area holding a sign with your name on it. The pick-up time is adjustable upon your request.
Itinerary
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Our first visit is to the Acropolis and the archaeological site around it. The panoramic view of the capital from the Sacred Rock is unique. 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 • Admission ticket included -
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Next, we head to the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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At Lycabettus Hill, enjoy stunning panoramic views of Athens, including landmarks like the Acropolis and the Aegean Sea. Surrounded by lush greenery, this serene spot offers a perfect place to relax, dine, and capture breathtaking photos of the city below.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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We then visit the unique architectural monuments in the city center, known as the Athenian Trilogy (National Library – University – Academy of Athens).
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Along the way, we head to the Ancient Agora, the heart of public life in ancient Greek cities.The area of the ancient Agora includes some of the most important monuments of Athens such as the Temple of Hephaistos, the Altar of The Twelve Gods, the Apollon Patroos, the Church of the Holy Apostles and more
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Next driving alongside the National Garden, 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, Syntagma and then to the Monument of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Greek Parliament, where you can take photos with the soldiers in traditional Greek attire.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Visit the majestic Temple of Olympian Zeus, once the largest temple in Greece. Dedicated to Zeus, the king of the Olympian gods, this colossal structure took over 600 years to complete. Though only a few of its towering columns remain, the temple's sheer scale and grandeur are awe-inspiring. Standing amidst these ancient ruins, you'll gain a sense of the temple's importance in ancient times and its role in the religious life of Athens.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
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