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The Acropolis is one of the world’s most iconic sights, but many travelers find the midday heat and crowds oppressive. Enjoy a less chaotic experience on this 2-hour tour that enters the site as soon as it opens. Your guide introduces all the highlights, including the Parthenon, the Theatre of Dionysus, and more, and helps you visualize how the site might have looked in ancient times. Upgrade to include your ticket.

Visit Santorini on your own terms with a private guide by booking this fully customizable experience. You'll get the chance to visit beaches, villages, and scenic viewpoints in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide will help you create an itinerary that's best suited to your interests, or you can design one of your own.

Drink in the beautiful sights and seas of the Athens Riviera on this half-day, small-group catamaran cruise, with hotel transfers. While an experienced skipper and crew do the work, relax and revel in the sunshine and the scenery. Enjoy stops to swim, stay refreshed with unlimited complimentary drinks, and savor a delicious Greek meal, including barbecue dishes, served by the crew. Choose a morning or sunset cruise when you book.

Live the dream and reach parts of Santorini that only boats can access when you book this stylish catamaran cruise, available as daytime or sunset options. Bathe in the healing waters of Santorini Hot Springs; snorkel in the crystal sea off Thirasia island; and savor a hearty meal with seafood, Greek signatures, a glass of Prosecco and an open bar. Your comprehensive package includes guide and hotel transfers.

Experience the volcanic beauty of the Aegean without having to line up for selfies on land during a sunset catamaran cruise. Plus, sailing at golden hour reveals the scenery when it looks most stunning. You'll stop to bask on Santorini’s red- and white-sand beaches, snorkel, and soak in volcanic hot springs. With included hotel transport plus a fresh Greek barbecue and soft drinks, beer, and local wine served onboard, it's a decadent way to enjoy the island’s famous sights.

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.

Santorini stuns at any angle, but its most magical destinations are often only reachable by water. Experience its rugged coastline and volcanic islands by boat on this catamaran cruise. Choose between daytime and sunset bookings; snorkel equipment is available for swim stops, and you'll enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch or dinner washed down with local white wine and soft drinks—as well as swimming to the Santorini Hot Springs.

Combine a visit to Santorini's caldera and hot springs with a trip out to the island of Thirasia with this cruise. You'll start at Nea Kameni, a volcanic island, where you'll have time to walk around the island and swim in its hot springs. You'll the cruise on to Thirasia, where you'll have enough time to have lunch and explore before sailing back to Santorini.

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.

Taste traditional and modern Greek dishes at restaurants beloved by locals on this Athens food and drink tour. See the best of historic Monastiraki and the lively Psiri neighborhoods, and discover eateries you might otherwise have missed. Your guide is on hand to help you translate menus and provide food-focused recommendations for the rest of your vacation. Walk through the most festive street in the center of Athens and savor all the best food of Athens, in one tour.

Take a trip around Santorni with a professional guide with this shore excursion tour of the island designed with cruise ship passengers in mind. You'll spend time in Firostefani and Oia, visit the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, explore the traditional village of Megalochori, and have time left over to hang out and swim at Perivolos Beach before returning to the cruise port.

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.

Discover a side of Santorini that few other visitors get to experience—and make exploring beyond the mainland easy—on this half-day tour. Look forward to visiting Santorini's unique volcanic landscapes, and head to two islets accessible only by boat. Sail to Nea Kameni to hike up to the crater of the active volcano (entry tickets own expense), and to Palea Kameni, where you can soak in natural hot springs.

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.

Pedal through Athens on a bike tour that offers a relaxed, scenic way to explore the city's top landmarks. Skip busy sidewalks as you ride past ancient ruins, neoclassical buildings, and bustling neighborhoods. Make brief stops to admire monuments like the Acropolis, Temple of Hephaestus, and Panathenaic Stadium, while learning essential context and history. The tour includes short walks for panoramic views and access to hidden local spots.

Cruise around Santorini on this half-day catamaran tour departing from Vlihada Marina. Observe famed sights such as the Venetian Lighthouse, the Indian Rocks, the Red Beach, and the White Beach as you glide atop clear blue water. Enjoy a swimming and snorkeling excursion, then take in panoramic views of Thirasia Island and, if you've chosen an evening tour, sail past Oia during sunset—a must-do for any Santorini trip.

Spend the day sailing around beautiful Santorini on a catamaran. Imbibe unlimited amounts of white wine, soft drinks, and water and indulge in a delicious barbecue prepared onboard the catamaran as you sail in the gorgeous blue waters of the sea off the shore of Santorini.

Experience the convenience of a meticulously organized round-trip tour from Athens, freeing you from the hassle of itinerary planning. Travel in a luxury air-conditioned bus and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mycenae, the charming town of Nafplio, and the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus. Throughout the journey, enjoy insightful commentary from an archaeologist and marvel at impressive sites, including the famed Gold Mask of Agamemnon.

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.

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.

Cruise stops in Santorini can feel rushed, especially when popular villages get crowded. This shore excursion is designed for cruise passengers, helping you make the most of your limited time in port. Visit scenic villages including Oia, Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Finikia while taking in sweeping caldera views. Along the way, your local guide shares insight into the island’s history and culture, turning a short stop into a memorable Santorini experience.

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.

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.

Discover one of Corfu’s most beautiful beaches—and leave the driving and logistics to someone else—on this private, half-day tour. Meet your driver directly at the Corfu cruise port, hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle, and head to Paleokastritsa Beach, known for its emerald waters and dramatic scenery. Swim, visit a nearby monastery, or upgrade for a boat trip before heading to Glyfada Beach: one of Corfu’s most popular stretches of shoreline.