Day Trips from Greece to Athens

Dig deeper into Greece’s ancient history and natural beauty on a day trip from Athens with a private driver. After a pickup from your Athens hotel, head to Sounion via a scenic coastal route. Explore the picturesque cape, beach, and Lake Vouliagmeni, and enjoy views of the Temple of Poseidon. Opt to include the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis and its museum, if you like.

Visiting three Greek islands from Athens on your own is nearly impossible. Avoid the hassle of navigating ferry schedules and book this private island-hopping excursion with a high-powered Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) for just your group. Zip across the Saronic Gulf to picturesque Aegina, Poros, and Hydra islands, with stops at spectacular beaches to swim and tan in the blue Aegean waters.

Take a break from sightseeing on foot and head out on the water for a private speedboat cruise along the Athens Riviera. Travel via private transit directly from your Athens hotel to the launch point to board your vessel. Your skipper ferry's you to two picturesque islands, where you can swim, sunbathe, and spot the Temple of Poseidon from the water’s edge.

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.

Maximize your time in Greece and discover three other area highlights in just one day, on this hassle-free private tour with included transportation. Following pickup at your hotel in Athens, you’ll be driven to see the scenic Corinth Canal. Then, visit the archaeological site of Sparta and the Museum of Olive and Greek Olive Oil. Enjoy several hours to explore the medieval city of Monemvasia before returning to Athens.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mystras is a flawlessly preserved Byzantine city, but it’s time-consuming to reach from Athens. This private day tour includes hotel pickup and covers Mystras, historic Sparta, an olive oil museum, and the Mani village of Limeni with its stone tower houses—all at a pace that suits you.

A single day in Athens means choosing carefully and not losing time to parking or navigation. Cover the main sights door to door on a private full-day tour, taking in the Acropolis, the Athenian Trilogy, the Changing of the Guard, and the Temple of Zeus, then heading out to the clifftop Temple of Poseidon for views over the sea.

A day on the water and a proper Greek meal usually mean choosing between them. A private sail from Athens combines the two, setting out from Yacht Club Amfitheas for a spread of ten classic dishes paired with wine, beer, and local spirits. Swim or snorkel with the gear provided, with Wi-Fi on board, and the boat exclusive to your private group.

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.

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.

The Peloponnese spreads its ancient sites far across the region, too far to reach from Athens in a day without your own transport and a plan. A private day trip handles both, driving you from your Athens hotel to Ancient Olympia, Mycenae, and more, with the route shaped around the sites you most want to see. A guide covers the history along the way, and dinner back in Athens rounds off the day.

Covering Athens on foot takes far longer than most travelers anticipate, and group tours stick to rigid itineraries. Benefit from a customizable route and comfortable private transport on a tour tailored to your pace and interests. Check off the Temple of Zeus, Roman Agora, Acropolis, and more, all while your driver-guide provides local insights to enrich your experience.

Discover villages, monasteries, panoramic views and timeless traditions of Crete on a guided tour. If you want to explore Agios Nik. area, learn about the way of living, historical facts & meet a local, the tour is ideal for you! Visit Kritsa & Neapoli village, remote villages and monasteries. Guests joining the tour will gain immersive cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions. During tour i will present a PDF with information about Crete and we will talk about the places we visit and their way of living(presentation will be sent to guests after tour). Ideal for people that they would like to know about other cultures and the local area. During tour i will present and we will talk about the places we visit and their way of living. We can stop and walk in villages that we pass if you want. Driving time is about 1 hour & 30 min.

Escape the crowded city for a day of luxury sailing on a private cruise on the Athenian Riviera. Be welcomed with cold ginger lemonade and soak up the sun on the deck or outdoor lounge. Drop anchor at carefully selected spots to snorkel and swim in the clear Saronic Gulf, and enjoy your choice of Greek lunch menu freshly prepared onboard, served with wine, ouzo, coffee, and soft drinks.

If you’re short on time in Athens but love scenery and food, this small-group adventure is perfect for you. Pair Greek comfort classics including coffee, “spanakopitta” spinach pie, “bougatsa” custard pastry, and “loukoumades” donuts with a scenic drive along the Athens Riviera. Break the journey at Lake Vouliagmeni, known for its warm, healing waters and the “doctor fish” that nibble at dead skin. Finish with a taverna meal (own expense).

Your adventure will begin with a pick-up from Panathenaic Stadium or the Melina Merkouri Statue at 09:30. From here, we'll head towards the eastern suburbs of Athens driving through one of the city’s main arteries, Mesogeion Avenue. Relax and enjoy the drive as we make our way to our first stop, the coastal town of Lavrio, where we will take a 30-minute break for coffee. Take this opportunity to explore the historic town and port known for its mining history and picturesque marina. Next, we'll stop at Sounio (45 min), where you can take photos of the beautiful views. If you want, you can visit the Temple of Poseidon, one of Greece’s most iconic ancient landmarks. Afterwards, we will head to Vari, a seaside town, where we will enjoy an optional traditional Greek meal at a local tavern (1h 15min). Then, we'll make our way back to Athens via the Coastal Road, a scenic route with beautiful views of the Aegean Sea, with an expected arrival at 17:00.

Explore the charming island of Agistri on a flexible private tour with hotel pickup. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, sun-soaked beaches, and rich local history with your driver acting as a local guide. Discover Agistri’s warm hospitality and picturesque villages while taking in the beauty of its natural surroundings at your own pace.

This full-day trip around Athens allows visitors to make the most of the history and culture of the city. It is the only full-day tour that includes the Athens Riviera and Cape Sounio, where one can see the sun set and a breathtaking view of Athens. The program is flexible so visitors can see what is favoured by them, and they will be ensured excellent information from their drivers who have a strong knowledge of history.

Take a trip from Athens to the sea for a trip to Cape Sounion, home to the Temple of Poseidon. With a private guide, drive along the Saronic Gulf and admire the beautiful beaches that dot the coastline as you make your way to the temple. Take a tour of the temple, admiring the towering white marble pillars that dominate the skyline, and learning about the area’s ancient history.

Some of Athens’ most important sites lie beyond the city, but linking up destinations in Marathon and beyond can be a challenge without a car. Experience them on your own schedule with this full-day, private tour, which is tailored to your group’s preferences. That means more flexibility as you explore the Archeological Museum of Marathon, Marathon Tomb, Temple of Artemis, and Temple of Poseidon before returning to Athens.

Get the most out of limited time in Athens with this private tour that combines Athens highlights with Ancient Corinth in a day. To save you the stress of itinerary planning, a full route is organized for you, with stops at the Acropolis, the Panathenaic Stadium, and Ancient Corinth. Also, to help keep your journeys entertaining, the vehicle is equipped with Wi-Fi.

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.

This tour takes visitors to experience a relaxed day travelling back in time to ancient Greece. Visitors will be taken to Marathon Lake, and then to the village of Arachova. At Delphi the archeological sites and museum will be visited, along with lunch. In Thermopylae visitors will explore the battlefield and then swim at a natural thermal spa.

Embark on a full-day journey to view the Sounion sunset. Discover the hidden gems of Athens, relish the beauty of Lake Vouliagmeni, and take in scenes of the riviera. Escape the chaos of the city as you enjoy convenient roundtrip transportation from your hotel. Join a small group for a personalized adventure in the countryside and become one with your natural surroundings, immersing yourself in the local culture and gathering firsthand knowledge.