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Private Half-Day Sightseeing in Athens

Athens, Greece
  • 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover, and taste, the very best of Athens on a private half-day tour by car. The excursion with a personal driver is a great way to orient yourself in the city or take advantage of limited vacation time. Your driver won’t accompany you into attractions but will provide commentary on Greek history, culture, and cuisine along the way. The schedule is customizable to suit your needs and interests.
  • Travel efficiently by private transportation
  • Hotel transfers make it easy to get to and from the tour
  • Enjoy the exclusivity of a private service with car and driver
  • Ideal for first-time visitors to Athens wanting an introduction

What's Included

  • Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • All taxes and handling charges
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • WiFi on board
  • Water
  • Meals and beverages
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Entrance fee to the Acropolis is not included and has to be paid on spot.
    €30.00 per person
  • Entrance fee to the Panathenaic Stadium is not included and has to be paid on spot.
    €12.00 per person
  • Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time. Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them. Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey. Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Itinerary

Museum of the History of Athens University (Pass By)

1

Change of Guards

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Mount Lycabettus

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Acropolis

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

4

Panathenaic Stadium

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

Plaka

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Syntagma Station (Pass By)

6

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 9–12 people: A private minibus will be assigned to your group.
  • For 13-17 people: A private bus will be assigned to your group.
  • Information regarding our tours and drivers: Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.3
based on 12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great tour guide!

Luis_M, Jun 2025
Our guide, Vasilis, was very helpful even contacting us days before to make sure that he provided us with what we wanted to see.

From $194.87

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 7 days in advance.

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