Athens City tour & Acropolis Museum Half day Tour
On this comprehensive morning tour, you will have the opportunity to see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens, from the Acropolis to Omonia Square, with the half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided half-day tour includes a headphones guidance will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens.
First stop is at Panathinaikon Stadium – the only stadium built out of white marble – where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. You will proceed by passing by Zappion and Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then pass by the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church, and finally Acropolis (visit Propylae the gateway, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens).
Continue the expert guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the Acropolis museum. Main attractions such as everyday life artifacts, ancient statues, the Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you.
For Acropolis hill, comfortable walking shoes, sun glasses, hat and loose fitted clothing are strongly recommended.
Ticket: EUR 70,00 / adult
Ticket: EUR 40,00 / child (3 – 12 yrs)
Days of Operation: Daily
Indicative Timetable: 07:30-13:30 hrs (the exact pick up time varies according to the pick up point and the drop off time is approximate according to the traffic).
Sunset Tour: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour
Join the half day tour to Cape Sounion and experience a breathtaking sunset at the unique temple of Poseidon, the God of the Seas in ancient times. The tour starts with a wonderful drive along the Athens Riviera, the scenic coastal road and idyllic beaches. During this relaxing ride you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs, including Hellinikon Olympic complex, Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza.
Arriving at the Cape Sounion, you will visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with its magnificent panoramic view of the Aegean. The beauty of the surviving Doric columns has inspired many poets, including Lord Byron who carved his name on one of the columns. This half day excursion is a great option if you want to discover Greece beyond Athens, enjoy stunning views and visit a world famous Greek monument. After visiting the Temple, you will have the chance to admire an amazing sunset before returning back to your hotel.
Ticket: EUR 48,00 / adult
Ticket: EUR 28,00 / child (3 – 12 yrs)
Days of Operation: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Indicative Timetable: 17:30-22:30 hrs (the exact pick up time varies according to the pick up point and the drop off time is approximate according to the traffic).
Delphi Full Day Tour from Athens with Lunch
Depart for one day trip from Athens to Delphi to explore one of the most famous archaeological sites of Greece. Along the way, you will see the plain of Boeotia, an agricultural center and you will also pass by the city of Theva, the birthplace of King Oedipus.
You will continue your Delphi day tour towards Mt. Parnassus, making a short rest stop outside the town of Levadia. The tour continues then to Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world. Pass by Castalia Spring, visit at the archaeological site and view the monument of the Argive Kings, the treasury of the Athenians, the Athenian Stoa, the Polygonal Wall, the monument of Platea and the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle and Delphi museum, with its spectacular exhibits include the frieze of the Treasury of the Sifnians, the Naxian Sphinx, the Statue of Antinoos the metopes of the Athenian treasury, the famous bronze Charioteer, originally created to commemorate a victory during the 476 B.C. Pythian Games, and many other artifacts.
After lunch, you will return to Athens via the picturesque mountain village of Arachova, built on the south slopes of Parnassus, well known for its valuable hand-woven carpets, rugs and quilts, as well as for its wine and cheese.
Expect mostly warm weather in Greece during the day and cooler at night. For day trips, comfortable walking shoes, sun glasses, hat and loose fitted clothing are strongly recommended. The site of Delphi is perched on the side of a hill. All visitors are rewarded with a beautiful view over the site and the valley beyond.
Ticket: EUR 90,00 / adult
Ticket: EUR 53,00 / child (3 – 12 yrs)
Days of Operation: Daily
Indicative Timetable: 07:45-19:00 (the exact pick up time varies according to the pick up point and the drop off time is approximate according to the traffic).
Epidaurus & Mycenae Full Day Tour from Athens with lunch
Explore with this guided one full day trip from Athens to Argolis the remains of the ancient city of Mycenae, a major centre of Greek civilization from 1600 BC to 1100 BC and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
After reaching the Corinth Canal via the coastal National highway for a short stop, you will enter the region of Argolis, land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae. Visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. You will see the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs, including Agamemnon Clytemnestra’s, and the Treasury of Atreus, a magnificent 14th-century B.C. structure. A traditional Greek lunch will follow at a nearby restaurant. After lunch, through Argos you will proceed to Nauplio, the first capital of modern Greece with its Venetian fortress of Palamidi and the fortified islet of Bourtzi (short stop).
Continue on to Epidaurus and visit the ancient theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo’s son Asclepius the healer, and was the most known healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics. The Argolis (Mycenae – Epidaurus) day tour returns to Athens in the late afternoon.
Ticket: EUR 95,00 / adult
Ticket: EUR 55,00 / child (3 – 12 yrs)
Days of Operation: Monday, Saturday
Indicative Timetable: 07:30-19:00 hrs (the exact pick up time varies according to the pick up point and the drop off time is approximate according to the traffic).
Poros – Hydra – Aegina One Day Cruise from Athens
Take a day cruise from Athens to the fabulous Greek islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina for a relaxing day on the sea. With all your transport, transfers and lunch organized, you can sit back and enjoy your leisurely day cruise with free time to explore on each island. After transferring from Athens to the port by motor coach, you’ll set sail for the island of Poros, where you’ll have free time for strolling and shopping. Head ashore at the colorful capital and enjoy around two hours to look around on your own.
As you approach the island of Hydra admire the colorful harbor and get tips from your guide on what to see and do on the island. You will have about 1.5 hours at leisure to enjoy the unique charms of Hydra Island, whose amphitheater shape once served as a safe shelter for Saronic Pirates. Amble down the narrow lanes, relax over coffee, or buy souvenirs in the quaint shops. From the decks, you will be able to admire the very special architecture and dramatic landscapes of this island, whose old traditional stone houses and mansions silently stand witness to a long and turbulent history.
Upon arrival in Aegina a guided excursion to Aegina’s ancient Temple of Aphaia is also available (optional, at your own expense) or take a walk around the main town. The lovely island is only 31 miles (50 klm) from Athens, and is a popular getaway for Athenians during the summer season.
Return to your cruise-boat, after an hour at sea, disembark and finish your trip with a drop-off in Athens.
Ticket: EUR 96,00 / adult
Ticket: EUR 72,00 / child (3 – 12 yrs)
Days of Operation: Daily
Indicative Timetable: 06:50-20:00 (the exact pick up time varies according to the pick up point and the drop off time is approximate according to the traffic).
Flavors of Athens – Food walking Tour
During this private food tour you will not only explore the streets of Athens but you will also get to taste appetizing treats that locals enjoy as part of their daily routine. You will gain insights into the development of Greek cooking methods, recipes and culinary traditions.
You will visit dedicated artisans that have perfected their recipes over the decades, as well as specialized food stores sourcing the best products from all over Greece.
Learn all about the tastes that Athenians cherish and indulge in a bountiful assortment of appetizing sweet and savory treats with our food-wise guide.
Ticket: EUR 77,00 / person (children 0-4 yrs participation is free of charge)
Day of operation: Tuesday 8th of September
Indicative Timetable: 08:00-13:30 hrs (the exact drop off time is approximate according to the traffic).