Top Athens Bus Tours - page 2

Escape the city and indulge in a truly beautiful day outside Athens with this unforgettable excursion to Nafplio — widely considered the most charming town on the Greek mainland. Travel in absolute comfort in a Mercedes super luxury vehicle, ensuring a smooth and elegant journey. The historic Corinth Canal, a breathtaking engineering marvel that once marked a vital trade passage in antiquity. In Roman times, Corinth was the most important colonies of the Roman Empire and a major commercial hub — a city so significant that even Apostle Paul passed through it during his travels. Picturesque Nafplio, a seaside gem filled with neoclassical architecture, stunning views, and romantic alleyways. A highlight of the day is a visit to a winery in the Nemea region, where expert oenologists will guide you through a memorable wine tasting experience. It is a picturesque journey filled with sunshine, exceptional wine, delicious food, breathtaking photo opportunities and unforgettable memories.

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.

Begin with a comfortable pickup from your hotel and a scenic drive along the coastline. All the groups are small groups up to 6 people..Your first stop is a local bakery, known for its fresh pies Enjoy traditional spanakopita, creamy bougatsa, and a freshly brewed Greek coffee and meet locals doing the same! Continue to the spectacular Lake Vouliagmeni, a natural thermal lake famous for its warm ,healing waters. Relax and swim in this scenic setting, let the "spa" fish eat your dead skin and get life lasting photos. After your swim, head to a family-run taverna located few metres from the waters. Try authentic dishes ,home cooked meals combined with some wine, a cold beer or some ouzo. Before your day comes to an end, enjoy a sweet stop for loukoumades, the famous Greek honey puffs served warm with honey or chocolate. It’s the perfect dessert to complete your culinary journey. Finally,we will drive you smoothly back to Athens for the drop off, ending a day full of memories.

Explore the archaeology and mythology of ancient Greece on this private full-day tour. Starting with hotel pickup in Athens, visit the archaeological sites of Epidaurus and Mycenae plus the historic port town of Nafplio. Along the way, discover 2,300-year-old amphitheaters, spectacular countryside scenery, and ancient ruins, and listen as your driver introduces mythical figures like King Agamemnon. Your package excludes entry fees: Upgrade to include a traditional Greek lunch.

Dear travellers welcome to Athens! This is the best selling option so you can get a full taste of the city of Athens, guided by an expert, fluent in English Athenian driver. He CANNOT enter the sites with you. You will be provided with insightful commentary along the way. Learn the history of ancient and modern Athens and the fascinating mythology behind it. Start with going 2500 years back in history by visiting the Acropolis and the Ancient Agora. Explore the different neighborhoods of Athens and all the points of interest. Your driver can give you many useful tips. Visit one of the best museums in the world, the Acropolis museum or the Archeological museum. Explore Plaka, the neighborhood of the Gods. Eat the best fresh local Greek food after discussing your choices with your driver. This tour is PRIVATE so there is flexibility if you desire to remove or add something as long as it doesn't exceed the duration of the tour. We will make sure you will have the most amazing day!

Group tours through central Greece run to a fixed timetable, moving you on before you've taken in each site. Set your own pace on a private tour from Athens, with time to walk the battlefield at Thermopylae, the ancient oracle site of Delphi, and the clifftop monasteries of Meteora as you choose.

Escape the urban crowds and chaos in Athens with this scenic drive along the Athenian Riviera through Vouliagmeni and Lagonisi to reach Cape Sounio. Enjoy hassle-free pickup directly from your hotel or airport in Athens and relax on board an air-conditioned vehicle while you take in coastal views along the drive. Stop at Cape Sounio to admire the ancient ruins of the Temple of Poseidon.

With at least five hours’ driving, including mountain roads, self-driving to Delphi and Meteora is not for the faint-hearted. Discover both these UNESCO World Heritage sites in just a day on this private tour from Athens, which features stops at the pretty Arachova village, the Thermopylae battlefield, and the Distomo Massacre Memorial.

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.

Visit two of southern Greece’s historical highlights on one day tour with convenient transfers from Athens. See ancient Corinth and marvel at Venetian architecture and waterfront views in Nafplio. The tour combines guided sections and a planned itinerary with some free time to explore so you can have the best of both worlds.

Experience the delights of eclectic Athens on a tour that includes bustling markets, ancient marvels and traditional coffeehouses. Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Psiri and Kolonaki; browse the stalls at Monastiraki flea market and Athens Public Market; and admire ancient sites like Kerameikos Cemetery and the Temple of Hephaestus. Along the way, discover bold street art, foodie hotspots, handicrafts workshops and secret local hangouts.

Avoid the complications of organizing a trip to the rock-side monasteries of Meteora yourself, and book a package put together by professionals. This overnight excursion combines your round-trip bus travel from Athens with station transfers, overnight hotel accommodation, a Meteora sunset tour, and either a hike or another tour on the final day.

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.

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.

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.

Step back in time at two of Greece’s premium ancient sites without the hassle of arranging transport with this private full-day tour. Enjoy hotel pickup in Athens and relax as your professional driver navigates traffic. Explore the battlefield and museum at Thermopylae before a lunch break at a traditional Greek taverna (own expense). End with free time to admire the temples and antiquities at Delphi.

Venture south of Athens to discover highlights of the Peloponnese. Cross the Corinth Canal to leave mainland Greece and enter the mythical kingdom of Agamemnon at the ancient ruins of Mycenae. Explore the historic harbor town of Nafplion and step inside the classical Greek theater at Epidaurus, a 4th-century venue still prized for its acoustics. A small group size lends a more personal touch to this diverse, full-day tour.

Corinth is roughly a 1.5-hour drive from Athens, but Athenian traffic can be intimidating. Take the pressure off with this private tour, direct from your door, with a driver who tells you all about the history in advance so you don’t waste a minute. Visit the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and Akrocorinthos (Acrocorinth), the city’s answer to Athens’ Acropolis.

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.

The soaring pinnacles of Meteora are a must for many travelers, and this small-group tour explores all six of the area's historic monasteries with the option to visit three of them (entrance fees not included). A guide provides insights into the UNESCO World Heritage Site as you explore, and an included lunch keeps you satiated. Upgrade to include round-trip bus transportation from Athens to Meteora for a seamless travel experience, or begin the tour from Kalambaka Train Station.

Mykonos is one of the most famous Greek islands, but the logistics of visiting from Athens can be tricky. With this day trip, enjoy hotel pickup and round-trip ferry service directly from Athens to Mykonos. Spend about 7 hours exploring, shopping, and dining on the island at your own pace before the evening ferry ride back to the mainland.

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).

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.

Covering the Olympic Stadium, the Acropolis, Hadrian's Arch, Temple of Zeus, New Acropolis Museum, and the changing of the guard at the Parliament in a single day requires an expertly planned itinerary. This private full-day tour handles the route with a guide who adjusts the pace and focus to suit your group.