Essential Athens Highlights Full-Day Private Tour with Flexible Options

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Athens, Greece

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Make the most of a day in Athens and see the highlights of the city with ease on this full-day private tour. Depart from your cruise port or local accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle. In the company of your driver-guide, learn about the city and visit sites including the Acropolis, the Arch of Hadrian, the Acropolis Museum, and more.

Hassle-free hotel or port pickup
Enjoy flexibility with a private tour
Travel in the company of a driver-guide
Stay connected with onboard WiFi

What's Included

Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
LUXURY CLASS MERCEDES VEHICLES. All New Models with WiFi, A/C, Chilled Bottled Water
SILVER PACKAGE: Includes Traditional 3-Course Lunch
GOLD PACKAGE: Includes Expert Guide for the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
PLATINUM PACKAGE: Includes Lunch & Expert Guide for the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
HALF-DAY OPTION: 5-Hour Itinerary including an Expert Guide for the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
FAMILY & DISCOUNT OPTION: Tour without Lunch or Expert Guide. Standard Sedan Class.
A PROFESSIONAL GUIDE. Included for the Acropolis & Museum with groups of 8 or more persons

Entrance Fees
Licensed guide for archaeological sites unless specified by tour package. Available on request
Athens Airport transfers or pickup locations outside Athens: arranged on request with surcharge
Expert Guiding at the National Archaeological Museum. Availabe on request at additional cost.
Alcoholis Drinks are not included with any Lunch Package

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

o Pick up time flexible on request o For Airbnb's please provide the exact address o If you have luggage please provide details of quantity so we may provide the appropriate vehicle. A supplement may apply for a larger vehicle. o Pick up from Athens Airport & areas outside of central Athens on request. A supplement may apply

Itinerary

Athens

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Parthenon

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Acropolis Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Temple of Olympian Zeus

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Arch of Hadrian

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Panathenaic Stadium

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Syntagma

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monastiraki (Pass By)

Athens

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient Agora of Athens

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

National Archaeological Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Athens

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
LUNCH OPTION: You may add this later on request or choose either Silver or Platinum Package during booking. Vegetarian dishes available. Please inform us of any allergies
GUIDING/LICENSED GUIDES: Please note your knowledgeable tour driver can inform you thoroughly en-route but can not enter Archaeological sites. You can add an expert Guide for the Acropolis & Museum by selecting either the Gold or Platinum Package.
EXTENDED EXPERT GUIDING TIME: If you prefer a guide to be with you for the other sites, please ask for details.
PICKUP FROM ATHENS AIRPORT & LOCATIONS OUTSIDE CENTRAL ATHENS: May require a supplement. Please inquire for details.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 22 reviews

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Highly recommend private tour with expert guide.

jill_s, Sep 2025

Great experience with Alex as our driver and guide for the day and Marina as our expert guide at the acropolis. Highly recommend having the dedicated guide. Marina’s knowledge and expertise made all the difference. We had the included lunch option which had a great view over the Aegean with just ok food.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Dear Jill Your wonderful review was really nice for all of us to read. Thank you so much for choosing us for your tour! We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours

Acropolis and other sites

PamelaPam_B, Jul 2025

We had such a fantastic time! It was very hot but went early and managed! Vicki, our guide was amazing! A wealth of knowledge. We visited the Acropolis & museum as well as the Archaeological museum. Highly recommend getting a guide, you learn so much more! Well worth it! Can’t say enough about Bill, our driver! Very friendly & personable as well as a book of knowledge! He made the trip & site seeing extra special for all of us! Will miss seeing him everyday!!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Dear Pamela Your wonderful review was really nice for all of us to read. Thank you so much for choosing us for your tour! We hope to see you back again in the future. Best Wishes from all of us at Warmpenguin Tours

Get the Guide, It’s a Must

Joe_O, Apr 2024

Nice tour, but choose the guide and premium option if you’re interested. Anything less when on your own and it’s difficult to navigate the sites due to the massive crowds. Do yourself a favor and get the guide.

Perfect tour to see the most beautiful sights in short time

danielkrenn, Oct 2023

Very professional, reliable service and excellent tour guide! We had a great time in Athens and learned a lot. We would really recommend this tour. We have booked the gold package.