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Go beyond the guidebooks and immerse yourself in ancient Greek history on a private tour of the Acropolis. This exclusive experience lets you ask as many questions as you like. Book a walking tour of the Acropolis; upgrade to add the Agora of Athens or the Acropolis Museum; or opt for a half-day city tour by vehicle. Entrance fees are at your expense.

The Acropolis is the most famous sight in Athens, but the crowds and heat can make visiting a chore. On this afternoon tour, take in this ancient blockbuster once most tourists have left and the temperatures are milder. Follow your guide to cover the highlights of this vast site in roughly two hours, with in-depth commentary about their history and architecture to help you interpret the complex ruins.

Uncover Athens’ long history—and also see a side of the Greek capital few other visitors experience—on this immersive, half-day walking tour. Led by your guide, glimpse world-famous landmarks, UNESCO-listed ruins, and opulent royal palaces. Then, step off the beaten path to discover busy markets, modern sights, and five atmospheric neighborhoods. This small-group tour includes a fun map of Athens and ensures a personalized experience with limited participants.

Traveling independently from Athens to Cape Sounion can mean figuring out bus timetables or sorting out a rental car. With this private tour, forget about both and enjoy the freedom of traveling with your own dedicated driver at your preferred time. Experience the Temple of Poseidon (own expense) for as long as you like and opt to break your journey home for a meal or ice cream if you wish.

The Acropolis of Athens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city's most iconic attraction—and ticket lines often involve a long wait. Save time for more sightseeing with this pre-booked e-ticket, and get guaranteed entry into the millennia-old landmark directly. Even better, this package includes an audio guide. Just pop in your headphones and explore the site at your own pace during a convenient self-guided tour.

Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora by rental car or public transportation from Athens can be stressful. Avoid navigating unfamiliar routes on this tour, which covers all six monasteries—with guided tours of three—plus hermit caves that most tourists miss. Break up the drive with stops in coastal villages (instead of highway rest stops), plus upgrade to add a traditional Greek lunch. Treat yourself to a private tour or opt for an extended, overnight tour with an included hotel stay.

Perfect for time-pressed or first-time Athens visitors, this private sightseeing tour offers a seamless and comfortable way to discover the city’s top attractions. Choose from convenient start times throughout the day, meet your driver at your hotel, and travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll see the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Agora, the Panathenaic Stadium, and much more (entry to the sights own expense).

Avoid the rush of large tour groups and give yourself time to explore Athens’ iconic Acropolis on this private tour. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed citadel and discover its stories—myth, history, and everything in between—with the help of your guide. As well as the world-famous Parthenon, walk around striking landmarks such as the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, and Erechtheion.

Go beyond the history books and hear stories of Greek mythology and archaeological wonders when you book this private tour of the Acropolis and its museum. Follow your guide around each location and feel free to customize the tour according to your interests and learn about ancient Greece, art, architecture, and heritage. Plus, avoid waiting in long queues with skip-the-line access to both attractions.

Visit the Parthenon and other top Athens attractions on a private sightseeing tour that lets you shape your trip to focus on the sites that you value most. Unlike on group tours with preset schedules and itineraries, on a private tour you can spend as much or as little time as you like at each site, making this excursion ideal for busy travelers who want to prioritize certain attractions.

Covering Athens on foot is slow in the heat, and a car keeps you at arm's length from the sights. See plenty up close on this guided bike tour, riding past ancient ruins, neoclassical buildings, and the city's neighborhoods, with brief stops at landmarks such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Hephaestus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Choose a regular bike or an e-bike, and add a guided Acropolis visit as an upgrade.

Watch one of the most majestic sunsets in Greece with a half-day twilight tour to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. Travel along the Saronic Gulf and Athens Riviera to the cape, which sits atop a sheer sea cliff and was a sacred site in the ancient world. Tour the Temple of Poseidon, dedicated to the mythological god of the sea, and see the sun dip below the horizon and several islands in the distance.

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.

The Athens Riviera is an alluring stretch of coastline south of the capital. This private sunset tour offers skip-the-line access and the convenience of your own driver. Stop at the Temple of Poseidon, where you can enter at your expense and watch the sun set. Plus, enjoy free time to indulge in the gastronomic delights of the Kavouri Beach area with two-way hotel transfers included.

Go beyond the mythology of Attica and discover the meeting place of the great Greek civilizations on this hassle-free small-group full-day tour of Delphi, departing from Athens. Travel to the ‘center of the world’ as imagined in classical times at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. After stopping at the archeological site in Delphi, the trip continues to Delphi Archeological Museum, followed by the village of Arachova.

Sample some of Greece’s tastiest dishes on this half-day food and walking tour through Athens. Led by a local guide, stroll through the city’s historic streets, tasting *bougatsa* (a sweet or savory pastry), ‘*oukoumades* (Greek honey dumplings), olives and other Greek specialties. Then, take a trip to the Varvakeios market to peruse regional spices and herbs.

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.

Experience the flavorful cuisine of Greece on a half-day tasting tour through Athens. Walk through the heart of the city and stop at eateries to sample a variety of dishes such as koulouri, bougatsa, meze, and loukoumades. You'll stop at the Central Market to discover local ingredients like olives, cheese, and cured meats. Tantalize your tastebuds and see a few major landmarks during this small-group 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.

Devotees of military history and fans of the "300" movie won’t want to miss this Delphi tour with a twist—a visit to Thermopylae, site of the battle immortalized in the film. Traveling in a group no larger than seven, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Delphi, scenic Arachova village, the Corycian Cave, and the battlefield.

After meeting your guide at the nearby metro station, you and your small group will set off for the Acropolis.  The tour brings some of history’s greatest treasures to life, offering an interactive experience you won’t get from a book or audio guide.  Your guide also times your visit to the Acropolis Museum to avoid the crowds and give you a more intimate experience.

Get an in-depth experience at Meteora with this private day trip from Athens, and learn more about the Byzantine monasteries from your own personal guide. Take a walk around the rock formations and visit three of the monasteries for an up-close look at ancient hermit life. Stop for authentic Greek food in Kastraki village, then return to Athens via Thermopylae, hearing battle tales along the way.

Pack a few stops into one day on this tour of Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon and save time if you were to travel to them alone. See Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon right at sunset, the best time of day, when you can see the sky changing from blue to hues of yellow, orange, and pink right along the coast.

Journey back to ancient Greece on this guided tour of Athens’ UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis. Visit the Theater of Dionysus, stroll past the Propylaea gateway and the Temple of Athena Nike, and stand in awe before the grand ruins of the Parthenon. After exploring the sprawling citadel, learn more about the excavations as you browse more than 4,000 artifacts at the Acropolis Museum. Upgrade to include timed tickets.