Top Athens Nature and Wildlife Tours

From bustling city center, to nice nature hike amongst the trees. We climb the tallest peak of Athens and enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree views that await us at the top! This tour is unique as most tour companies in Athens seem reluctant to take groups up Lycabettus Hill. This is great for us adventurous souls, who don't mind a bit of sweat, as we are rewarded with the unique stunning views, far from the crowd of the Acropolis and main tourist areas. Go beyond your comfort zone and you won't regret it!

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.

Skip the long queues and dive into ancient Greek history instantly. With Acropolis Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets, you get fast access to one of Athens’ top attractions. Explore rare artifacts, original Parthenon sculptures, and walk over glass floors revealing ruins beneath your feet. It’s an experience that feels exclusive, timeless, and deeply inspiring. Tickets sell out fast — especially during tourist season. Book now and make sure your visit is smooth, smart, and unforgettable. Highlights: Fast-track entry to the Acropolis Museum Access to original Parthenon and ancient artifacts Walk on glass floors with views of excavations Modern museum with stunning architecture A must-visit cultural site in the heart of Athens

Prebook this Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon tour to guarantee your visit to the UNESCO World Hertiage Site. Going with a guide gives you more as you walk along the site learning the history and beauty behind the ruins. Plus, you can choose whether to add your admission ticket for convenience when you book or to purchase when you arrive there.

Discover the Saronic Gulf on an unforgettable Athens day cruise, visiting three beautiful islands in one day: Agistri, Moni (or Metopi), and Aegina. Swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters, explore charming island villages, and relax onboard with unlimited drinks. Enjoy a freshly prepared Greek buffet lunch with vegetarian and vegan options, while a professional crew ensures comfort, safety, and authentic hospitality throughout your journey. Perfect for travelers looking to combine island hopping, local flavors, and a relaxing escape from Athens. Visit three Greek islands in one day: Agistri, Moni (or Metopi), and Aegina Swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters at a secluded island stop Enjoy a freshly prepared Greek buffet lunch with wine, beer, and soft drinks Relax on board with a sun deck, background music, and free Wi-Fi Explore island villages at your own pace, with an optional bike tour in Agistri

Make it easy to explore beyond Athens city limits—and immerse yourself in one of Greece's most celebrated UNESCO World Heritage sites—on this full-day trip to the Meteora Monasteries. With round-trip air-conditioned coach transit, exploring is easy. Upon arrival, admire all six monasteries, and venture into three of them (at your own expense). Plus, visit the small village of Kalambaka, not offered by other tours.

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.

Indulge your inner foodie on this half-day gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

Experience the dynamic city of Athens from a new perspective: a night tour lets you see the city from a unique perspective. Leave the logistics and navigation to someone else as you explore the city on foot, seeing highlights including the Plaka neighborhood, Monastiraki square, and Psirri. Stop for Greek snacks like gyros and loukoumades along the way.

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.

Explore Athens at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that provides easy transportation to key attractions like the Panathenaic Stadium and the Parthenon, part of the Acropolis. Travel across two interchanging lines—the Blue and the Orange—plus enjoy access to/from the port in Piraeus for cruise passengers.

Seeing Athens, Piraeus, and the Riviera independently can mean figuring out transportation between widely spread sights. Simplify your sightseeing with a hop-on hop-off bus connecting key landmarks across three routes, while audio commentary adds context along the way. Get off wherever interests you, then continue when you’re ready, combining convenient transportation with the freedom to explore Athens and its surroundings at your own pace.

Save yourself the stress of navigating and planning the long journey from Athens to Meteora with this overnight group bus tour. Leave the logistics up to your driver, and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at sunset with your guide to learn about the rock formations and their monasteries. Spend the night at a local hotel with breakfast included (if chosen), and the following day, choose a sightseeing tour of the monasteries or a guided hike.

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.

With rich histories and sun-kissed ruins, the Greek Islands are among Europe’s most relaxed and romantic destinations. The reality that tour companies, travel blogs and reminiscent friends often forget to mention is that island hopping is expensive, and that the experience of spending time on a remote island can quickly wear thin. Get a taste of the islands without that stress, and without the hassle of checking out of your Athens hotel, with this full-day luxury cruise, stopping in at three much-vaunted Greek Islands.

The UNESCO-listed monasteries on the Meteora clifftops are among the most striking sights in Greece, but reaching them on your own is a hassle. With this day trip, leave the tricky logistics to your driver and visit two historic monasteries plus the ancient battlefield of Thermopylae in a single tour. Explore the sights at your own pace and relax over lunch in the village of Kastraki (own expense) in the valley.

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.

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.

See the landmark monuments of Athens in a new light during a tour of the Acropolis, guided by a licensed tour guide. Avoid the crowds and warmer temperatures while taking a leisurely stroll around the Parthenon, Propylaia gateway, Temple of Athena Nike, and more. Enjoy skip-the-line access to save time. Upgrade to include tickets to the Acropolis Museum for even more insights into ancient Greece.

UNESCO–listed Delphi is considered among the most important archaeological sites in Greece, but exploring independently means missing the ruins’ secrets. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Athens hotel and explore Delphi as your guide brings its history to life. Hear the stories behind the Temple of Apollo and the Charioteer of Delphi, and learn of the town’s influence in the ancient world at the Delphi Archaeological Museum.

Avoid the typical cruise crowds and head off the beaten path to learn about traditional fishing in Greece with this private experience. Spend the day on a local fishing boat with a professional fisherman who shows you the ropes as you learn classic fishing methods. Enjoy an authentic connection with this hands-on experience that includes all the equipment needed to fish.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Athens with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Athens International Airport, and relax on the journey to your Athens city or coastal hotel, apartment, or vacation rental. There’s no need to worry about taxi meters or carrying cash: Book online, in the currency of your choice, for a transparent fee, then simply show your voucher.

Many tours of Athens stick to the beaten track; ideal for independent-minded travelers, this half-day bike tour allows you to explore like a local while taking in less-traveled sights as you pedal toward the sea. Admire cafés and boutiques in hip Koukaki, visit the vast, modern Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, enjoy a seaside stroll in chic Flisvos Marina, and take in the street art of cool Petralona.