Top Europe Archaeology Tours - page 3

Visit the home of the famous Oracle of Delphi on a full-day small group tour from Athens to one of the ancient world’s most important spiritual sites. Pass through the plain of Beotia and the legendary town of Thebes on the way up to Mt Parnassus, and explore highlights the UNESCO-listed archaeological site, including the Polygonal Wall, Temple of Apollo ruins and Delphi museum with a guide (entry fee at your own cost.) Stop in the mountain towns of Delphi and Arachova for spectacular views.

Make the most of your time at Rome's Colosseum with exclusive access to the arena floor—something most visitors miss out on. Go beyond the guidebooks to hear the behind-the-scenes history of fighters, spectators, and more. Next up, climb ancient stone steps to get sweeping views of the amphitheater from above—just like they would have done in ancient times.

Secure your ticket in advance and skip the lines at the Acropolis on this convenient tour. Delve into Greek architecture, mythology, and history as you explore the Acropolis, the Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Propylaea, and the Parthenon with your guide. A choice of departure times lets you plan your day and fit more in.

Discover the wonders of Delos on a half-day tour from Mykonos, where ancient history comes alive. With an expert guide, uncover the fascinating stories behind the temples, sanctuaries, and artifacts, and explore hidden highlights that you might otherwise miss. This immersive experience ensures you leave with a deep appreciation of the island’s classical treasures.

The Colosseum is one of Rome's top attractions, so make the most of your visit on a guided tour that gives you special access to enter the amphitheater's arena via the same entrance that gladiators once used for their battles. Once inside, explore the ancient landmark with a guide, and then head outside to tour the archaeological area of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Visit two of Italy’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed attractions on this full-day shore excursion from Naples. Journey along the picturesque Amalfi Coast; enjoy free time to explore the hilltop towns of Positano and Sorrento; then marvel at the archeological wonders of ancient Pompeii on a guided tour.

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.

This tour helps you to tick 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. First stop at Lake Vouliagmeni, which is known for its warm thermal water. Then later, visit Cape Sounion, where you can see the magnificent Temple of Poseidon.

Not all visitors to the Colosseum get to see all of its areas. This guided tour provides access to parts of this ancient arena that are usually off-limits. Choose to explore either the arena floor or the underground during this experience, and walk in the footsteps of gladiators. After your visit, continue your tour at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and gain deeper insight into Ancient Roman life.

The Colosseum and the Roman Forum are two landmarks rarely left off any Rome itinerary, but without a guide to offer explanations, it can be hard to know what you’re looking at. This private tour pairs you with your own personal guide, with plenty of time to answer questions. Upgrade to include VIP perks like hotel transfers and arena access, or to continue your tour at the nearby Roman Forum.

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.

No one should leave Rome without visiting the Colosseum, Roman Forum, or Palatine Hill, where the city began—yet understanding the history behind the ruins can be a challenge when visiting independently. Enrich your visit with crucial context on this guided tour which also includes admission. Prefer the freedom of visiting alone? Then opt for entry combined with an audioguide, and listen to recorded insights while you wander.

Walk inside the UNESCO-listed Stonehenge, and visit Bath and medieval Lacock, on this full-day excursion from London. Head first to Stonehenge, where you can walk inside the Inner Circle of stones—an experience that's typically closed to members of the public. Then, head to Lacock Abbey and the UNESCO-listed spa city of Bath, including the Roman Baths (if option selected).

Discover one of Rome's most macabre, ancient attractions—and enjoy a seamless sightseeing option—on this express tour of the city's Catacombs. Save precious time with round-trip transit from the city center, and explore in the company of a guide. You'll discover underground burial chambers, subterranean basilicas, and more, all in record time—and all while learning stories you'd miss if visiting on your own.

Enjoy a richer experience of Rome's ancient landmarks than you'd get on your own. This combination tour immerses you in the long and colorful history of Rome with guided visits to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum. Check off three of Italy's most-important landmarks and benefit from insights from your expert guide.

Follow in the footsteps of ancient heroes and legends with a full-day tour from Athens to Delphi, a UNESCO-recognized archeological site that’s among Greece’s most iconic places. Travel past the plain of Boeotia and the birthplace of King Oedipus, then explore a historic monument and treasury, the scenic ruins of the Temple of Apollo, and the spectacular friezes in the Delphi museum. After an optional lunch at a local restaurant, visit a picturesque mountain village to browse woven handicrafts and carpets before returning to 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.

Discover the ruins of Pompei, a once-thriving Roman city, and learn about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius that destroyed it and served it for future generations all at the same time. See the Roman thermal baths and countless homes, monuments, temples, and buildings, and take in the atmosphere of this special place. Wander through the streets like a Roman, and see history come to life before your eyes.

Enjoy an introduction to Rome’s most significant ancient landmarks on this tour. Enter the Colosseum through a back entrance and explore areas that are typically off-limits to visitors, including the arena floor. Then, follow your guide to the Roman Forum, where you see ruins ranging from the Temple of Julius Caesar to the Senate House, and continue to Palatine Hill.

Enjoy a far richer experience of the Colosseum than you'd get alone on this guided tour. Listen to stories that bring the drama of the Roman Empire to vivid life. Walk in the footsteps of gladiators as you enter the arena floor through the special access gladiator's gate. Afterward, continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill before finishing the tour at the tomb of Julius Caesar.

Get a comprehensive tour of the ancient city of Ephesus during this 6-hour outing from Izmir. In the company of your guide, visit sights such as the Temple of Artemis, the Celsius Library, the Temple of Hadrianus, and the Heracles Gate.

Check off two of southern Italy’s UNESCO-listed, must-see destinations in just one day on a private tour from Rome. Explore Pompeii and walk through an ancient city frozen in time by the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Continue to the spectacularly scenic Amalfi Coast, stopping for lunch (own expense) with a view in Positano. Enjoy free time to explore and browse unique handmade shops, and also visit Amalfi or another waterside village.

​​Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Delphi, home of the 4th-century-BC Temple of Apollo, on this private, full-day excursion from Athens. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle and visit all the sites your group wants to see within the mountainside complex before returning comfortably to Athens. Tickets are not included, but your driver can prearrange skip-the-line entry for payment on the day; upgrade to add a traditional Greek lunch.

Discover Sintra's history and architecture with a full-day, small-group tour. Visit two palaces, including Pena National Park and the Palácio and Quinta da Regaleira, and learn about the stories behind these landmarks during a guided tour. Complete the experience with a visit to the marina in Cascais, the sea arch known as Boca do Inferno and the seaside town of Praia das Azenhas do Mar.