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Put the ancient world in context during this full-day private tour of Athens. Whether you’re unfamiliar with the birthplace of western civilisation or a veteran classicist, this private tour offers the chance to immerse yourself in ancient history and and architecture. Work up an appetite following your guide around Athens' major sites, including the UNESCO World Heritage listed Acropolis, before settling in for an authentic Greek dinner.

Experience the blend of ancient and modern that defines Athens as you embark on this private excursion through the city. Discover the best of the city including the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena, and more. Dive deep into Greek culture at the Acropolis Museum and end with panoramic views atop Mount Lycabettus.

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.

Climb aboard a luxury yacht for a full-day sailing adventure from Piraeus, enjoying stops at Agistri, Moni, and Aegina. Swim, snorkel, and explore charming villages and sun-kissed beaches. Refuel with an authentic Greek buffet with unlimited wine and beer, and relax as an experienced crew takes care of the sailing. Hotel pickup is included for easier logistics.

Discover the flavors of Athens on this 3-hour food tour led by a local. Head off the beaten tourist trail to stroll through the lively neighborhoods of Monastiraki and Psirri, and explore the city’s bustling central market. Sample delicious filo pies, local snacks, cheeses, cold cuts, and traditional sweets. Wrap up your tour with a relaxed lunch or dinner at a cozy Greek taverna. Upgrade to a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 travelers.

Avoid the stress of navigating busy streets and trying to cover Athens’s major landmarks in limited time on your own. This private half-day luxury tour of Athens lets you explore iconic sites like the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, and Syntagma Square in comfort with a private, air-conditioned vehicle. With customizable stops and a flexible pace, you can focus on the views, photos, and history that matter most to you.

Discover some of Greece's most notable ancient landmarks—and learn more about the life of St. Paul the Apostle—on this immersive, private tour. Ideal for those interested in early Christian history, this tour makes it easy to explore beyond Athens city limits and retrace the steps of St. Paul. Visit Corinth Canal, the archaeological sites of Corinth and Isthmia, and more (entry to the sights own expense), all while leaving the transit and logistics to someone else.

Athens has stellar street food, but it takes a local insider to find the best spots to sample the city’s specialties. With this small-group tour, join a foodie guide to discover the top stands and eateries for delicacies on the go in Athens. Sample spanakopita, souvlaki, gyro, and peinirli plus luscious sweets and local beer as you stroll through some of the trendiest neighborhoods in the city center.

Delve into ancient Greece's history on a private 4-hour tour of Athens' top sights. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Acropolis and visit highlights like Panathenaic Stadium and Lycabettus Hill. Relax as your private driver transports you comfortably between landmarks, with the option to upgrade to a private tour for a dedicated guide.

Make easy work of Athens’ busy streets and steep hills by whizzing around the sights on an easy-to-ride electric bike. Glide effortlessly around the hilltop ruins of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens and pedal around the atmospheric Old Town of Plaka. Hop off along the way to see the New Acropolis Museum, Hadrian’s Arch, and the National Gardens of Athens.

Enhance your experience of Athens on a mythological tour of the ancient Greek city. Alongside an entertaining guide, visit major landmarks like the Acropolis and listen to the captivating myths that surround each landmark. Hear tales that combine myth, legend and historical fact; and gain valuable insight into the culture of modern and ancient Greece on this educational tour.

Athens is a street food lover’s paradise—but knowing where to start can be tricky. On this walking tour, a local guides you through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods to taste authentic Athenian favorites at beloved local spots. From flaky spanakopita and warm koulouri to juicy souvlaki, cheesy peinirli, and irresistible sweets, enjoy a delicious journey through Athens’ vibrant food scene—without having to organize a thing yourself.

Escape the urban energy of Athens for the day and set sail for the Saronic Islands aboard a spacious Greek sailing ship. Find your favorite spot on deck to soak up the Mediterranean sun while island-hopping to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina. Swim and snorkel right off the boat, and indulge in a delicious Greek lunch onboard during this luxury island adventure.

Get around the Acropolis quickly while learning about its history and related legends from a local guide with this tour. You'll be outfitted with an electric fat bike and a helmet, making getting around the ancient site a breeze. Group sizes are intentionally kept to just five participants for extra attention from your guide.

Few visitors travel beyond the limits of Athens, but there are plenty of attractions waiting to be discovered if you know where to look. This seamless private tour takes you to two of mainland Greece’s top sights—Lake Vouliagmeni and Temple of Poseidon—and saves you the stress of driving on the region’s famously windy roads, all at a speed that suits you.

Check off an ancient Greek temple and a beautiful lake with thermal water on the same trip. Instead of waiting at bus stops, make your hours go further by securing stress-free private transportation to take you between sites. At Lake Vouliagmeni, experience warm thermal water. Later, visit Cape Sounion and see the magnificent Temple of Poseidon.

The midday heat and crowds in Athens can be oppressive, so take in the city’s highlights in the cooler and quieter evening hours with this walking tour. Meet your guide and a small group to stroll through the city center and admire A-list sights like Syntagma Square, the Plaka and Monastiraki neighborhoods, the Temple of Zeus, and the Agora—all dramatically illuminated. End with a traditional Greek dinner in one of the city’s top restaurants.

Maximize time in Athens with a private tuk-tuk tour of the city center and Old Town. Get picked up at your hotel or the location of your choosing within Athens and set out on a sightseeing tour focused on local history. Maneuver easily through the narrow streets of Athens and see top landmarks including Syntagma Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.

The Greek islands are made for hopping, but visiting multiple islands in one day by ferry can be stressful. With this boat tour, set off from Piraeus on board an elegant wooden boat to explore the coastlines of Aegina and Agistri in one day. Land on both islands for free time to sightsee, dive into the crystalline waters for swimming and snorkeling, and enjoy a traditional Greek lunch at sea.

Explore Athens once the temperatures have cooled and the daytime crowds have gone home on this small-group nighttime tour. Let your guide lead the way as you walk around the city, taking in views of the illuminated Parthenon and the Acropolis, as well as other historical landmarks. Complete your evening by eating like a local and enjoying a Greek dinner in a traditional tavern.

Cape Sounion, about a 75-minute drive from Athens, houses one of the world’s great sunsets, thanks to the 5th-century-BC temple of the god Poseidon. It’s fiddly and time-consuming to reach by public transit, so enjoy the comfort of a bus with photo stops too on this convenient tour. Your package includes a host and a multilingual audio guide but entrance fees are at your own expense.

Athens is a city of hills and exploring under your own steam can be hot and sticky. See key sights without the stress on this convenient bus tour, direct from the Piraeus Cruise Port. Begin with a sightseeing journey to take in the city’s top landmarks, then enjoy free time with an audio guide app to assist. Upgrade to enjoy timed entry to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis.

Athens' ancient sites sit close together but uphill, and walking between them in the heat wears you out before you've seen much. An e-bike does the climbing for you, its motor handling the gradients so you arrive at each stop with energy to spare. The route takes in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis, the Panathenaic Stadium, and more, with photo stops along the way.

Meteora sits several hours inland from Athens, and reaching its clifftop monasteries independently means a long drive plus working out which are open to visit. This full-day tour starts at 9 AM from Larissa Station, letting you avoid early rush. Ride a coach to Kalambaka, then take a panoramic drive past all six UNESCO World Heritage-listed retreats perched on rock pinnacles. Learn their history, stop for photos, and step inside three monasteries.