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ATHENS TOURS
PRIVATE TOURS IN ATHENS
HALF-DAY PRIVATE TOURS IN ATHENS | 4 hours-long private tours in Athens |
Half day embark or disembark tour in Athens.................................................................................................06
Accessible Athens Panorama...................................................................................................................................08
Golden Age private tour in Athens........................................................................................................................ 10
Half day tour in Athens in 4 hours........................................................................................................................ 12
Half day tour in Cape Sounion and Athens......................................................................................................... 14
Sunset tour to Sounion.............................................................................................................................................. 16
Afternoon tour in Athens and the Acropolis Museum.................................................................................... 18
Athens Museum Tour................................................................................................................................................. 20
Private tour to Athens, Marathon and Brauron................................................................................................22
FULL-DAY PRIVATE TOURS IN ATHENS | 8 hours long private tours in Athens |
The Best of Athens full-day personal private tour......................................................................................24
Full-day tour to Athens, Sounion and Athens Riviera.................................................................................26
A full-day sightseeing tour in Athens, Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth.........................................28
Sightseeing in Athens and wine-tasting tour in Nemea............................................................................30
Full day tour in Athens and Marathon...............................................................................................................32
Full day tour in Athens and Evia..........................................................................................................................34
Footsteps of the first Democracy in the world.............................................................................................36
ATHENS-BY-NIGHT | find out how exciting nights in Greece can be |
Athens-by-night private sightseeing tour......................................................................................................38
CHRISTIAN TOURS IN ATHENS | follow the footsteps of St Paul in Athens |
Half day Christian Tour in Athens........................................................................................................................40
Full-day Christian tour in Athens........................................................................................................................42
Following the footsteps of St Paul in Athens, Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth...........................44
JEWISH TOURS IN ATHENS | visit the Jewish synagogues and museum in Athens
6 hours Jewish tour in Athens..............................................................................................................................46
An Intriguing full-day Jewish Tour in Athens.................................................................................................48
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PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS IN ATHENS | private tours for photo enthusiasts |
Six hours photography tour in Athens.................................................................................................................50
Half-day photography tour in Athens.................................................................................................................52
6 hours tour to Athens Riviera and Cape Sounion..........................................................................................54
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An exciting full-day photography tour in Athens...........................................................................................56
WALKING TOURS IN ATHENS | discover Athens on foot with our licensed tour guides |
The golden Athens walking tour; private...........................................................................................................58
The Acropolis and the Acropolis museum walking tour; private..............................................................60
Athens walking tour in the footsteps of apostle Paul; private..................................................................62
Walking tour of Athens, with the Acropolis and Plaka; private.................................................................64
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ATHENS TOURS
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Shopping and Lifestyle private walking tour in Athens................................................................................66
Athens Walking Tours in Old Athens and Market Experience......................................................................... 68
Athens shared walking tour including the Acropolis ................................................................................... 70
WALKING TOURS IN ATHENS | discover Athens on foot with our licensed tour guides |
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BUS TOURS IN ATHENS
SHARED BUS TOURS IN ATHENS
Exciting half-day shared bus tour in Athens, with the Acropolis museums.......................................................74
Sightseeing Athens bus tour with the Acropolis in the afternoon......................................................................76
Athens and Sounion full day bus tour...................................................................................................................78
Afternoon bus tour to Cape Sounion.....................................................................................................................80
Athens by night shared tour.................................................................................................................................82
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ATHENS CITY BREAKS
SHARED BUS TOURS IN ATHENS
The Athens city break......................................................................................................................................... 86
Athens city break and the 3 islands cruise...........................................................................................................88
The amazing city break, Athens and Greece........................................................................................................90
MINIBUS TOURS IN ATHENS, GREECE 93
Shared bus tours in Athens........................................................................................................................................94
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HELICOPTER DAY TOURS
SUGGESTED DAY TRIPS FROM ATHENS
Athens | Athens - Meteora - Athens | Athens - Ancient Olympia - Athens
Athens - Mykonos - Athens.................................................................................................................................98
Mykonos - Santorini - Mykonos | Mykonos - Koufonisia - Mykonos
Mykonos - Patmos - Mykonos...........................................................................................................................100
SIGHTSEEING FLIGHTS
Mykonos | Santorini ............................................................................................................................................. 101
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HALF-DAY
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OVERVIEW
Embark / Disembark tour in Athens
+ Transfer from / to Athens Airport
The embark or disembark tour in Athens is a half day private tour in Athens with a visit to the Acropolis. It
is a classic tour, designed mainly for those visitors embarking or disembarking from a cruise ship at the port
of Piraeus, without excluding anyone else! It is a private tour, which means that everything is planned to suit
your needs and accommodate you in the most relaxing and comfortable way:
• If you are embarking your cruise ship, then we will pick you up from Athens airport and drop you off at
Piraeus Port at the end of the tour
• If you are disembarking from your cruise ship, we will pick you up from Piraeus Port and will drop you off
at the Athens Airport at the end of the tour
Itinerary of our private embark / disembark tour:
During the tour you will see: Athens Airport or Piraeus Port - The Acropolis - the Parthenon - Erechthion - Temple of
Athens Niki - Plaka - Ancient Agora - Roman Agora - Hadrian’s library - Monastiraki - Temple of Vulcan - Temple of
Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament - monument of the Unknown Soldier - Panathenian Stadium - ex Royal House-
Kolonaki - Lycabettus Hill - Piraeus Port or Athens Airport
During the tour you will visit: Athens Airport or Piraeus Port - The Acropolis - the Parthenon -Erechthion - Temple of
Athens Niki - Plaka -Temple of Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament - monument of the Unknown Soldier - Panathenian
Stadium - ex Royal House - Kolonaki - Lycabettus Hill
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EMBARK / DISEMBARK TOUR IN ATHENS
c It is a 4 hour sightseeing private tour of Athens
c Specially designed for visitors embarking or disembarking from their cruise ship at Piraeus Port
c Transfer from / to the airport of Athens (El. Venizelos International Airport)
c It blends harmoniously the best of modern and ancient Athens (Acropolis, Plaka, Monastiraki, Lycabettus Hill)
c English-speaking experienced driver
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he tour starts upon your arrival at the Athens International Airport
or your disembarkation at the port of Piraeus. You can join either a
4, 10 or 17 seater private vehicle, depending on the size of your group.
After a short drive of through the picturesque quarters of the town we
will be reaching the city center.
The tour basically starts from the Acropolis, which is
by default the highlight of the city. It is considered an
architectural masterpiece of the 5th century BC and one of
the most important sites in the world.
During the visit to the Acropolis you can see the Propylaea, the
Erectheum, the Temple of Athena Nike (Victor) and the Parthenon
which will definitely awe you. The Temples of the Acropolis are
dedicated to Goddess Athena who is also the Patron Goddess of the
city, and of course Zeus, who was the father of all Gods.
During the visit to the Acropolis the tour will continue towards the
Temple of Zeus, which is one of the most imposing temples in Greece;
it is also the largest temple of Corinthian style that stands. Almost at
the front of the Temple stands the Hadrian’s Arch, which was dedicated
by the Athenians to the Roman Emperor Hadrian, separating the old
city from the modern.
The half day tour to Athens continues with a visit to the famous
buildings of the Parliament Building, the Ex Royal Palace, the National
Library, the Academy and the University of Athens.
You will also have the chance to visit the Temple of Hephaistus in
ancient agora, and the Ancient Agora at the heart of the Athens flea
market in Monastiraki.
Along the way, you will also see the Panathenaic Stadium, which
hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. Today, special events
are still held there.
The driver will then bring you to the more modern part of the city,
towards Kolonaki and the hill of Lycabettus, which is the higher hill in
Athens and offers splendid views to the entire city.
After the end of the tour in Athens, we will take you to your cruise
ship at the Port of Piraeus or to the Athens Airport to catch your flight
back home.
The Acropolis of Athens
Monastiraki flea market in Athens
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Accessible tour in Athens | 3 hours Athens Panorama
The half-day tour “Athens Panorama” is designed for people with limited mobility or in a wheelchair.
The Athens Panorama tour lasts approximately 4 hours and it is a relaxed tour, that allows you to make the
most out of your visit in the city. It combines the modern and ancient parts of the city and is truly worth to
take.
Itinerary of our private embark / disembark tour:
During the tour you will see: The Acropolis - the Parthenon - Plaka - Ancient Agora - Roman Agora - Monastiraki
-Temple of Vulcan - Thission - Kerameikos - Temple of Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - Syntagma square - the Parliament
- monument of the Unknown Soldier - The Academy of Art - University - National Library - Omonia Square - Panathenian
Stadium - National Gardens - Kolonaki - Lycabettus Hill - picturesque Mikrolimano - Passalimani - Marina
Zeas - Piraeus - Averof Battleship
VIEW THE ATHENS PANORAMA ROUTE IN GOOGLE MAP
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS PANORAMA HALF-DAY ACCESSIBLE TOUR
c It is a relaxed 3-hour private tour of Athens, specially designed for visitors in wheelchair or people with
limited mobility
c It is a harmonious mixture of ancient and modern Athens
c It includes all the major sites of Athens, such as Plaka, Syntagma Square, Panathenian Stadium, Kolonaki-the
high end of Athens, Lycabettus-the highest hill of Athens
c Admire the Acropolis and the Parthenon without the strenuous climb to the top of the hill
c Pickup and drop off at your cruise terminal or your hotel in Athens by an English-speaking driver
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The half day Panorama tour starts from the cruise terminal at the port
of Piraeus or your hotel in Athens. Whether you are two people or a
large group, we can accommodate you in a private vehicle with 4, 10
or 17 seats. We will drive towards Athens passing by the more modern
suburbs of the city, and after 15-20 minutes we will arrive at the feet
of the Holy Rock of Athens, the famous Acropolis, which dominates the
scenery in Athens.
Acropolis is the classic place to be in Athens if you are a visitor,
and definitely for a reason. The Parthenon was built in the 5th
century BC and still is the imposing temple of the city. You can
admire and photograph all the monuments of the Acropolis
from the specific point where your driver will transfer you. It
is a point that few people actually know and offers the best
view of the Acropolis, relieving you from climbing the steep
and long stairs.
Later on, the tour will continue towards the Temple of Zeus and
the Arch of Hadrian, and you will have the chance to admire the lovely
National Gardens (ex Royal Gardens), that connect the Zappeion with
the Parliament of Athens, which was the old Royal Palace.
The panorama tour will continue towards the picturesque quarter
of Plaka and Monastiraki with the flea market, where you can see the
Temple of Hephaestus, the Ancient Agora, the Roman Agora, Hadrian’s
Library and the markets of the city, that will give you an idea of how the
Athenians shop.
The tour will also take you to the actual stadium of the first
modern Olympics in 1896, the Panathenaic Stadium, also known as
Kallimarmaron, because it is made of fine quality Pentelic marble.
The Athens tour will end at the highest hill of Athens, the Lycabettus
hill that will provide you the best backdrop for last minute pictures,
since it offers panoramic views to the entire city and suburbs.
After taking some lovely pictures, the tour will bring you towards the
lovely small harbor of Mikrolimano with its gorgeous views, the Marina
of Zea
where you can admire the rich cruise yachts and the ancient walls of
Piraeus.
You will also be able to see the Nautical Museum of Piraeus that houses
the historical trireme, a replica of the original ancient ship, and of course
the large Battleship Averof at Trocadero.
Finally, your driver will bring you to your hotel in Athens or your
cruise terminal in Pireaus to catch your ship, for the rest of your cruise.
The temple of Parthenon in the Acropolis
Plaka in Athens
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Golden Age of Athens | 6 hours private tour
including the Acropolis Museum
EXPLORE ATHENS AND VISIT THE NEW ACROPOLIS MUSEUM WITH A HALF-DAY PRIVATE TOUR!
The 6 hours private tour in Athens with the Acropolis Museum is designed to meet the needs and requirements
of even the most demanding visitor.
It is a PRIVATE SIGHTSEEING TOUR IN ATHENS that allows you to make the most out of your visit in Athens
and get to know the best parts of the city in a truly comfortable and time efficient way.
Athens Half-Day Tour Itinerary:
The private 6 hour tour in Athens will take you to: The Acropolis - the Parthenon - Erechtheum - Temple of Athens
Nike - Plaka - Ancient Agora - Roman Agora - Hadrian’s library - Monastiraki - Temple of Hephaestus - Temple of Zeus
- Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament – The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Panathenian Stadium - the Ex Royal House -
Kolonaki - Lycabettus Hill - the New Acropolis Museum or the National archaeological museum
During the private sightseeing tour in Athens, you will visit: Acropolis and Acropolis Museum - Parthenon - Erechtheum
- Temple of Athens Nike - ancient agora - Temple of Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament - Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier - Panathenian Stadium - Lycabettus Hill
VIEW THE ROUTE OF THE SIGHTSEEING TOUR IN ATHENS IN GOOGLE MAPS
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF-DAY TOUR IN ATHENS
c The half day tour lasts approximately 6 hours and can be customized according to your available time and
special requirements
c The professional English speaking drivers of Athens Tours Greece will take you to the modern and classic
sites of Athens
c You will visit the Acropolis which is the highlight of the city and the most important reminiscent of the
Athenian culture
c The half day tour combines the best of ancient and modern Athens, giving you an overview of how the city
used to be and how it is today
c The drivers can pick you up and drop you off from your hotel in Athens or your cruise ship
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The first time visitor of Athens can benefit from the half day 6 hour tour
which is an overview of Athens and is specifically designed for those who
either want to make the most of their short stay in Athens, or those who
want to plan carefully their remaining days in Athens.
The private tour connects the ancient and modern symbols of the
city and the ancient agora with the modern commercial districts
of Athens. The private tour in Athens starts from the Acropolis,
which is inevitably the most intriguing site in Athens. Its great
advantage is that it combines the tour with a visit to the Museum
of Acropolis, which gives you an overview of the monument and
its remains.
The Sacred Rock of the Acropolis is the highlight of the ancient Athenian
architectural style, and has become the trademark of the city of Athens
since the 5th century BC. When visiting the Acropolis and its Parthenon you
will see the Propylaea and the Erectheum with the Caryatids, and you will
find yourself up the Sacred Hill, where you can also admire the city of Athens
at its whole. The Rock of the Acropolis offers you a panoramic view of the
city that stretches from the north mountains to the south shores of the sea
and the port of Piraeus. After the Acropolis, the private tour will take you to
Plaka, which is one of the most colorful and picturesque neighborhoods of
the city, known for its lovely coffee shops and the amazing tourist shops
where you can buy your memorabilia and souvenirs to bring back home.
Later on, the half day tour will take you to some of the most significant
parts of the city, such as the Tomb of Unknown Soldier and the House
of the Parliament at Syntagma (Constitution) Square. Driving towards the
Panathenaic Stadium you will pass by the imposing Hadrian’s Arch and
you will soon arrive at the Panathenaic (Kallimarmaron) Stadium that hosted
the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
Then, the tour will bring you to Panepistimiou Avenue where you can see
the Trilogy of Buildings of Athens, the Academy of Athens, the University
of Athens and the National Library that stand out due to their amazing
architecture.
One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to the Museum of the
Acropolis which houses the most important artifacts, statues and relics
from the Parthenon and the Acropolis. It also houses the half of the marbles
of the Acropolis, and the Caryatids.
The end of the half day tour will take you to the modern district of Athens
called Kolonaki, and Lycabettus Hill, the tallest part of Athens that will give
you the chance to take amazing pictures and admire the city once more
from above.
Athens Acropolis Museum
The Kariadides on the Acropolis
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Athens half-day tour |
Enjoy a private sightseeing tour in Athens
EXPLORE ATHENS WITH A HALF-DAY TOUR BY ATHENS TOUR GREECE!
well designed and organized sightseeing tour in Athens is the perfect way to get to know the historical
A capital of Greece and its worldwide known monuments.
Our private half day tour in Athens offers to you an excellent opportunity to visit the most important sites
and monuments of Athens, in a comfortable and hassle-free way.
Athens Half-Day Tour Itinerary:
Our half-day tour in Athens will take you to: The Acropolis - the Parthenon - Erechtheum - Temple of Athens Nike
- Plaka – Ancient Agora - Roman Agora - Hadrian’s library - Monastiraki - Temple of Hephaestus - Temple of Zeus
- Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament - The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Panathenian Stadium - the Ex Royal House -
Kolonaki - Lycabettus Hill
During the sightseeing tour in Athens, you will visit: The Acropolis - the Parthenon - Erechtheum - Temple of Athens
Nike - Plaka - Temple of Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament - tom of the Unknown Soldier - Panathenian Stadium
- Lycabettus Hill
VIEW THE ROUTE OF OUR PRIVATE SIGHTSEEING TOUR IN ATHENS IN A LARGER GOOGLE MAP
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF DAY TOUR IN ATHENS
c 4-hour, morning or afternoon, sightseeing private tour of Athens
c Visit to Athens’ modern and classical sites with expert drivers
c Explore the Acropolis, the cornerstone of the Athenian culture
c Our tour combines the highlights of ancient Athens, Constitution Square and Panathenian Stadium, with its
picturesque quarters, such as Plaka, and the modern meeting points, such as Kolonaki- the high end of Athens,
or Lycabettus Hill, the highest hill of Athens
c English-speaking driver
c Pickup and drop off from your Athens hotels, cruise terminal, or cruise ship
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Our half-day tour in Athens will give you an overview of the modern city of
Athens, and an insight to the ancient monuments and sites that have made
Athens known all over the world.
If you are first-time visitor of Athens, this tour will help you in
orientation and a possible plan you want to make for the remaining
days. Athens is a balanced mixture of ancient and modern
characteristics, reflected in each and every corner of the city.
This private tour in Athens stretches from the Acropolis to the Lycabettus Hill
and Kolonaki, connecting that way the most ancient symbol of the city with the
commercial area of modern Athens.
The highlight of this sightseeing tour in Athens is of course the Acropolis,
the trademark of the city. The Sacred Rock, the symbol of the Greek culture,
features the highest point in town that used to serve as a fortress. The word
Acropolis with a capital “A” indicates in all world languages the Acropolis of
Athens, the most famous Acropolis, the cradle of Western civilization.
Visiting the Acropolis you will have the chance to pass through the Propylaea,
admire the Erechtheum, and the Caryatids, while watching the city spreading
in front of your feet, allowing your eyes to wander from the distant mountains
to the blue waters of Piraeus harbor. The most important monument of Athens
dominates the Acropolis: The Parthenon of Athens, the most perfect example of
classical architecture in the world, was designed as a shrine to Goddess Athena,
the patron God of the city, and used to house a massive gold and ivory statue of
the Goddess of Wisdom.
At the feet of the Acropolis lies one of the most wonderful and picturesque
quarters of Athens, Plaka, known also as the neighborhood of Gods. You will have
the chance to see its lovely paved streets with the colorful art and tourist shops.
After the visit to the Acropolis, the sightseeing tour in Athens continues with
a drive to the most important parts of the city. You will pass by the Tomb of
Unknown Soldier and the Parliament on Syntagma (Constitution) Square, and
you will see Hadrian’s Arch.
Soon afterwards, the tour will bring you to the Panathenian Stadium where the
first modern Olympic Games took place, in 1896. And then you will see many
government buildings, the Presidential Palace ( ex-Royal Palace) and elegant
houses built on streets half covered by sour orange trees.
Close by you will also drive down the Panepistimiou Avenue where you can
see the Catholic Church of Athens, and pass by the Academy, the University
of Athens and the National Library. And you will see one of the busiest parts of
Athens getting to Omonoia Square.
After that, the half day tour in Athens will bring you to the more buzzing part
of the city, Kolonaki and will lead you to the Lycabettus Hill where you can see
the Orthodox church of St. George, allowing your eyes and senses to rest on the
city that will remain to your heart for your entire life.
The Academy of Athens
Plaka in Athens
WHY A PRIVATE TOUR?
“This private half-day tour in Athens is highly recommended as a cruise excursion
for tourists visiting Athens for a day during their cruise in Greece.”
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Poseidons Cape Sounion and
Athens Riviera half-day Private Tour
Experience the best of the coastal part of Athens and enjoy a private sightseeing tour to
Cape Sounion with the half day tour to Sounion and the coast of Athens (Athens Riviera).
Itinerary of the half day tour to Sounion:
Our half-day tour in Athens will take you to: Athens - Glyfada - Vouliagmeni - Varkiza and Sounion
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF DAY TOUR
TO CAPE SOUNION AND ATHENS RIVIERA
c 4 -hours tour to south Athens and Sounion
c Visit the modern coastal suburbs of Athens, such as Glyfada and Varkiza
c Visit Sounion, the Temple of Poseidon and the classical sites of the coastal Athens
c The tour combines the archaeological sites with the modern parts of the city
c Experienced English speaking driver
c Pickup and drop off from Athens hotel or cruise ship pier
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The half day tour to Cape Sounion and the coast of Athens
starts from your hotel or the cruise pier. The driver will
take you along the beautiful coastal road of Athens that leads
to the Southern Suburbs of Athens, Glyfada and Vouliagmeni.
You will stop for a short visit to Lake Vouliagmeni,
which is a unique phenomenon, as it is a lake in the
city that allows swimming. Its unique characteristic
is that its temperature remains the same all year
long, at the 22C. No matter when you visit it, you can
swim and feel rejuvenated.
After the stop at Vouliagmeni, the tour will take you
towards the cοves of Varkiza which are not only interesting
but also offer splendid views towards the Saronic Gulf.
The highlight of the private tour is of course Cape
Sounion, which is considered one of the most beautiful and
important archaeological sites in Greece. The crowing feature
of the site is the Temple of Poseidon, the God of the Sea
which allows you to admire the entire coast of the southern
suburbs.
You will also get to take some truly gorgeous pictures
since the Temple overlooks the blue waters of the Aegean Sea,
which is definitely one of the most impressive sceneries in the
world.
If you find yourself at Cape Sounion during the afternoon
you will also get to see a breathtaking view of the romantic
sunset at Sounion.
Athens Tours Greece can take you to Cape Sounion just
before the sun dips into the deep waters of the Aegean Sea. As
most visitors of Cape Sounion will tell you, this is definitely one
of the most thrilling moments in your life: check our Sunset
tour to Sounion,
At the end of the half day tour you will also enjoy a lovely
lunch or dinner.
Lake Vouliagmeni
Poseidon’s temple in cape Sounion
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Sunset tour to Sounion and Athens riviera
The 4 hours sunset tour to Cape Sounion and the southern coast of Athens, will give
you an overview of Athens’ alluring and romantic side, and will offer you the chance
to experience an emotional moment during your tour.
Itinerary of the Sunset tour to Sounion:
Athens - Glyfada - Vouliagmeni - Varkiza and Sounion
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SUNSET TOUR TO CAPE SOUNION
c An afternoon tour to coastal Athens and Sounion
c See Glyfada and Varkiza along the coast of Athens
c Admire the famous sunset from the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion
c Experienced English speaking driver
c Pickup and drop off from Athens hotel or cruise ship pier
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Our 4 hours tour to Sounion starts in the afternoon ** (see time
schedule below) from your hotel or cruise ship, and you will be
driving along the long and impressive coastal road of Athens that
passes by the well-known southern suburbs, including Glyfada,
Voula and Vouliagmeni, where the Athenians sunbathe and spend
their summer days in the city.
The Lake of Vouliagmeni will be one of your stops; get
ready to see a lake standing almost amidst the city, and
bathers all over it. The unique characteristic of the lake is
the stable temperature of 22C, which allows swimming
all year long and is suitable for people with health issues.
The tour will continue towards Varkiza and Lagonissi, via the
coastal road that offers splendid views to the City and the Saronic
Gulf. Soon you will be arriving to Cape Sounion for the highlight of
this four hour tour; the breathtaking view of the Sounion sunset in
the blue waters of the Aegean Sea.
The impressive feature of Cape Sounion is the Temple of
Poseidon which is built on a huge rock, crowning the seashore, in
the most suitable location for the God of the Sea.
Standing on the Temple will give you panoramic views to the
entire coast of Athens, and the wonderful Aegean, where you will
see the colors of the dipping sun mirroring on the waters.
If you are there with your significant other, you will enjoy
one of the most romantic moments of your life, as the sunset in
Sounion is an once in a lifetime experience, inspiring poets and
romantics from every corner of the world.
Temple of Poseidon Cape Sounion
** Time schedule of our tour Sunset tour to Sounion
• Winter time: departure at 15:30, return at 19:30
• Summer time: departure at 17:30, return at 21:30
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Athens city tour with Acropolis Museum
| Afternoon private tour
OVERVIEW
AN AFTERNOON SIGHTSEEING TOUR IN ATHENS, ACROPOLIS MUSEUM AND ANCIENT AGORA
Itinerary:
Our half-day tour in Athens will take you to: Plaka - Ancient Agora - Thiseio - Temple of Vulcan - Roman agora -
Hadrian’s Arch - Temple of Zeus - House of Parliament - Unknown Soldier - Change of the Guards - Panathenian Stadium -
Ex Royal House - New Acropolis museum - Lycabettus Hill
Visits: Plaka - Ancient Agora - Temple of Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament - Unknown Soldier - changing of the
guards - Panathenian Stadium - the new Acropolis museum - Lycabettus Hill
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE AFTERNOON TOUR IN ATHENS
c 4 hours afternoon sightseeing private tour of Athens
c Combines Athens modern and classical sites guided by our experts
c Explore the wonders of the new Acropolis Museum, the extension to the trade mark of Athens, the Acropolis
c Highlights of modern Athens, including neighborhoods, Plaka, Constitution Square, Panathenian Stadium,
Kolonaki-the high end of Athens, Lecabettus-the highest hill of Athens
c The ancient agora, where most of the philosophers, artists, scientists, and Apostle Paul used to spent their
hall-day
c English-speaking driver, willing to answer your questions about Athens, its history and monuments
c Pickup and drop off from your hotel in Athens or cruise terminal at the Port of Piraeus
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Start your private tour in Athens with the best museum in the
world (voted by UK journalists): the impressive new museum of
Acropolis.
Enjoy & admire the wonders of the classical era, the statues
and the incredible art samples which at last found their
home. Continuing your private Athens sightseeing afternoon
tour we approach Plaka (the neighborhood of the Gods) the
old city of Athens.
Walking on its paved narrow streets you get the feeling that you
are traveling back in time. We will go by Lysikrates monument, the
church of St. Nikolaos Rangavas (11th Century), the Roman market
before reaching and visit the Greek Agora along with the amazing
temple of Hephaistos (5th Cent. B.C.).
The ancient agora, which extends over the North - West slopes
of the Acropolis, was the heart of Ancient Athens from the late 6th
century B.C. onwards. It was a place for political gatherings and
debate, for elections, religious occasions and trading activities,
theatrical performances and athletic competitions.
In the Ancient Agora in Athens
Notes:
c Due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of the new Acropolis
museum the order of the program can be changed. Alternative you
can visit the Acropolis or any other museum that would be open.
c If at any case the Ancient Agora is closed the Panathenaic
Stadium, where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in
1896, will be visited instead.
Finally enjoy the spectacular view having refreshments on
Lecabetus with its Orthodox St. George church, the highest hill in town
and remember Athens & our Athens tours for the rest of your life.
Highly recommended for cruise passengers, visiting Athens for
hours to enjoy this spectacular private cruise shore excursion.
WHY A PRIVATE TOUR?
“This private half-day tour in Athens is highly recommended as a cruise excursion
for tourists visiting Athens for a day during their cruise in Greece.”
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Athens Museums half-day private tour
The half day tour to museums of Athens is one of the most intriguing and interesting tours
you can have in Athens and Greece.
What you will see during the half day tour to the Museums of Athens:
Our half-day tour in Athens will take you to: Archaeological Museum of Athens - The new Acropolis
museum - Museum of Cycladic Art - Benaki Museum - Byzantine Museum - Lalaounis Museum of
Jewelry
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF DAY TOUR IN ATHENS MUSEUMS
c Some of the most important museums in the world
c The museums housing artifacts from the birth of the western culture in Greece
c 4 -hour tour with an English-speaking driver, including pickup and drop off from any hotel in Athens or the
cruise terminal at the port of Piraeus
c Fully-customized tour that allows you to visit some or all of the suggested museums
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Athens Tours Greece will take you to an enjoyable half day tour to the
museums of Athens, ranging from archaeological museums to
modern art centers and thematic museums.
The private tour to Athens museum starts with a visit to the
Museum of Acropolis, which is a new museum that opened
its gates in 2010.
The New Acropolis Museum is located at the feet of the Holy Rock of
the Acropolis, with a magnificent view to the Parthenon. It houses the
parts of the Marbles of the Parthenon that are still Greek, the Maidens
from the temple of Erechtheion and some truly gorgeous statues
and artifacts. The private half day tour will continue to the National
Archaeological Museum of Athens, which features a large collection
of ancient artifacts from all over Greece.
It is considered one of the most important and significant museums
in the world, due to its impressive collections from all over Greece,
Middle East and the Balkans. It is housed in an impressive neoclassic
building in the heart of the city and has a very interesting museum
shop as well, where you can buy authentic copies of the actual exhibits.
Later on, you will have the chance to visit the Museum of Cycladic
Art in downtown Athens, where you can see an amazing collection of
Cycladic statues, sculptures and artifacts, featuring the most important
civilizations of ancient Greece, such as Santorini, Paros, Mykonos, Sifnos
and more.
The Benaki Museum, also part of the half day tour, is one of the
most distinguished museums in the World, since it has an impressive
collection of artifacts from the Byzantine Era. You will have the chance
to get to know a culture that influenced the entire Mediterranean and
South Europe.
Last but not least, the half day private tour will take you to Lalaounis
Museum of Jewelry, where you can see a truly breathtaking collection
of jewels dating back to the 9th century BC, as well as a collection of
modern jewels as well.
In the Ancient Agora in Athens
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Marathon and Artemida |
Brauron from Athens or Piraeus Port
Visit Marathon and Artemida (Brauron) from Athens or Piraeus Port with Athens Tour Greece.
Experience a visit to important sites outside the beaten path of most popular tours in Athens.
Marathon, Artemida and Brauron are not only historically important areas, but are also truly
gorgeous places to see.
Itinerary of the tour to Marathon and Artemida:
Athens - Agia Paraskevi - Gerakas - Pallini - Rafina - Nea Makri - Marathon - Loutsa - Vravrona -
Athens
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR TO MARATHON AND ARTEMIDA
c 5-hour private shore excursion to Marathon and Artemida, combining modern and classical sites
c Marathon, the actual starting point of the famous race, and the battlefield of the 490BC battle
of Marathon
c English speaking professional driver with pickup and drop off at Piraeus cruise terminal or
your hotel in Athens
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We will pick you up from you cruise ship pier and take you to a fascinating
trip to history. The tour will drive you through the interesting Northern
suburbs of Athens, towards Marathon. After an hour drive you will reach the
place where the actual Marathon race started. It is the most famous foot race
of 42,195 kilometers (26 miles).
The event took its name from this region, and is associated with
the battle of Marathon in 490BC between the Athenians and the
Persians.
When the Athenians won this hard battle, a messenger named Pheidipides
ran the distance from Marathon to Athens to announce the victory. When he
reached Athens and informed the Athenians that the Persians lost, he passed
away from exhaustion. Commemorating this event the Marathon race takes
place every year all over the world.
At Marathon you will see the tomb of the fallen Athenians. Later, the tour
will continue towards Artemida, famous for the Temple of Goddess Artemis in
Brauron that gave her name to the region.
The temple dates back to the 6th century BC; you will also visit the local
museum featuring artifacts from ancient Athens and Marathon.
During this private shore excursion, you can get to know Brauron, one of the
renowned ancient towns located so close to Athens.
King Theseus of Athens was the one who united all these areas to the
Athenian State. Brauron was mostly known due to the Temple of Artemis and
the yearly festival, Brauronia, organized as a tribute to the Goddess of hunting,
who was also the protector of the region. Artemis was the sister of God Apollo
and was incorporating characteristics of both a kind and a ferocious Goddess.
Artemida is also known for the impressive beaches and seaside coast,
as well as its typical Greek taverns and bars. This tour aims at combining the
classic with the modern, therefore you will truly enjoy passing by all these
cozy little places.
We will end this private shore excursion driving back to Athens from the
same route, and dropping you off to Piraeus Port or your hotel in Athens.
Pheidipides
Brauron
Notes:
c An alternative tour is the full-day
sightseeing tour in Athens with
a visit to Martathon.
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The Best of Athens full-day sightseeing Private Tour
The full day private tour in Athens is a unique way to see one of the most interesting cities in the world that has
been charming visitors for centuries. Travelers who have taken this tour were more than satisfied because it presents
Athens as it is: a magical place to visit.
The full day private tour in Athens includes a blend of historical and archaeological museums, sites and artifacts that cover
the entire history of the city. Book a tour by Athens Tours Greece today and get to see the Best of Athens!
Itinerary of the private tour:
The full-day tour includes a visit to the following sites in Athens: The Acropolis (Parthenon, Propilea, Erechthion, Temple of
Athens Niki, the Odeon Theater, the Dionysus Theater, Mars Hill / Areopagus) - Temple of Zeus - Panathenean Stadium (first
modern Olympic Games in 1896) - ex-Royal Palace - Change of the Guards Ceremonial - Greek Parliament - Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier - Ancient Greek Agora - Roman Agora (Tower of the Winds) - Hadrian library - Plaka (the old city of Athens) with time
for lunch and leisure - The Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum - Lycabetus Hill with its breathtaking
panoramic view of the city - Sightseeing from inside the vehicle
Also you will have a Panoramic tour from the car: Adrian’s Arch (Athens Gate) - Syndagma Square (Constitution square) -
National Garden - Catholic Cathedral - Academy of Arts - University of Athens - National Library - The Kapnikarea Byzantine
church - Monastiraki (also known as the flee market) - Theisio - Central Orthodox Church - Kolonaki, the prestige area of Athens
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BEST OF ATHENS TOUR
c An 8 hours private sightseeing tour in Athens
c Visit the trademark of the city of Athens, the Acropolis of Athens with its Parthenon
c Visit the New Museum of the Acropolis
c Visit the picturesque neighborhood of Plaka and enjoy lunch in a Greek restaurant
c Highly recommended for cruise passengers visiting Athens for a whole day or for several hours
c Professional English speaking tour driver
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The private tour starts early morning from your hotel or any other place convenient to
you, for example your cruise terminal.
Your driver will drive you towards Queen Amalia Avenue by the Tomb of the
Unknown Soldier and the House of the Parliament located at the famous
Syntagma Square (Constitution Square). The Parliament house used to be the
ex Royal Palace.
Then the private tour continues towards the Panathenian Stadium, which is also
known as the Kallimarmaron Stadium, the site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896
in Athens.
The tour continues towards Panepistimiou Avenue where you can see the Catholic
Cathedral of Athens and the Trilogy of Neoclassical Buildings of Athens.
The Academy of Athens, the Athens University and the National Library will definitely
impress you with their aesthetics and architectural design.
At the end of Panepistimiou Avenue you will see the Omonoia Square, which is the
second largest square of Athens after Syntagma.
The tour to Athens continues with a drive to the Temple of Zeus and the Hadrian’s Gate
that blend the Ancient and Roman Era in Athens. The destination now is the crown of the
city, the imposing Acropolis of Athens with its glorious Parthenon.
The Parthenon is the most characteristic example of classic architecture of the 5th
century BC, constructed to house the immense statue of Goddess Athena, the protector
Goddess of the city.
You will get to see the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the temple of the
Erectheion that is mostly known due to the statues of the Caryatides, the Porch of Maidens.
You can enjoy the amazing vista to the entire city of Athens, along with the surrounding
mountains and you will allow your sight to reach the shores of Athens and the famous port
of Piraeus.
Once you descend from the Acropolis, you have the chance to visit the New Museum
of the Acropolis that is built at the feet of the Sacred Rock and admire the marbles of the
Parthenon and an impressive collection of artifacts and relics found on the Acropolis during
the excavations.
Later on, the private tour will drive you through Plaka, the picturesque quarter of the
city, where you can see lovely little shops with handmade crafts and gifts, the Ancient
Agora of Athens where the philosophers and orators of Athens used to present their views
and Roman agora.
The full day tour to Athens will also give you the chance to get a glimpse of modern
Athens as well, visiting the fish and meat market in downtown Athens and walking by the
Monastiraki market, which is the famous flea market of the city.
However, a visit to Athens is never complete if you do not get to taste the famous Greek
cuisine; the tour will take you to a traditional Athenian restaurant or tavern, where you can
indulge to the colors and flavors of the most known Greek dishes (home cooked food).
Finally, you will enjoy the breathtaking views from Lycabettus Hill, which is the
highest hill in the city of Athens, to take some spectacular pictures and an image of the
entire city in your hearts and minds.
Finishing the private tour in Athens, your driver will drop you at your hotel, your cruise
terminal or any other place you want in Athens.
Temple of Parthenon in the Acropolis of Athens
The Greek Parliament in Syntagma Square
Plaka in Athens
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Athens sightseeing and
Cape Sounion full-day private tour
Our 8 hours full day tour to Sounion is a combination of the half-day private tour to Athens and a tour to the
Athens Riviera (Athens coastline: Glyfada, Varkiza, Lake Vouliagmeni) and Cape Sounion.
This tour is actually a harmonious blend of history and natural beauty, the elements that make Athens so unique
throughout the centuries.
Experience the best of Athens and its unique coastline towards Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon with
the full day tour by Athens Tours
Itinerary of the Athens sightseeing and Cape Sounion tour:
Before you visit Sounion, you will enjoy a private half-day sightseeing tour in Athens, that will take you to the
most important sites in Athens: The tomb of the Unknown Soldier - the Parliament House - the Constitution Square -
the Panathenian Stadium (site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896) - the Presidential Palace (ex Royal Palace) -
the Catholic Cathedral - the Academy of Athens - University, National Library and Omonia Square - the Temple of
Olympian Zeus - the Adrian’s arch - the Acropolis with the awesome Parthenon - the Propylaea - the Temple of Athena
Nike and the Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens - the Plaka (old Athens) - the ancient agora, the Roman agora
and Lycabettus hill
The sightseeing tour in Athens lasts approximately 4,5 hours and the tour to Sounion another 3 hours.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS AND SOUNION TOUR
c All significant monuments and sites in Athens
c The coastline of Athens
c The Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion
c English-speaking driver
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The private tour to Athens and Sounion starts with the half day
tour to Athens that will take you to the most important sites in
the city. You will get to see all monuments and archaeological sites
that have made Athens the cradle of civilization and you will enjoy a
tasteful lunch.
After your lunch, the private tour to the Athens Riviera
and Cape Sounion starts. The tour will drive you along the
impressive coastal road of Athens towards the southern
suburbs and you will soon be getting to Glyfada and
Vouliagmeni, where you will see the lake of Vouliagmeni,
an impressive lake that stands hidden from the bypassers,
but gathers numerous visitors and bathers each summer.
Later on you will be reaching Varkiza, one of the modern south
suburbs of Athens that stands out due to its amazing coffee shops
and restaurants, but also due to the amazing views if offers to the
Saronic Gulf.
After an hour’s drive you will get to Cape Sounion, with the
crowning feature of the Temple of Poseidon that overlooks the
Aegean Sea in a dramatic scenery that will definitely take your
breath away.
The Temple of Poseidon is of Doric Style and was built in the 5th
century BC is one of the most spectacular sites in the world, offering
panoramic views not only to the sea, but also to the southern part of
Attica and Athens.
According to the myth, King Aegeas of Athens stood there to see
whether the ship bringing his son Theseus from Crete would have
white or black sails, that would inform him of the potential death of
his son. Aegeas saw the mistakenly forgotten black sails of the ship
in the sea and dropped himself to the waters that took his name
ever since and are called “Aegean Sea”.
The private tour to the Athenian Riviera and Cape Sounion is truly
remarkable and you cannot miss it if you want to see something
more than downtown Athens. It is highly recommended for cruise
passengers visiting Athens from morning till late in the afternoon.
Lake Vouliagmeni
The temple of Poseidon in Sounion
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Full-day sightseeing tour in Athens |
Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth
Experience a 8 hours full-day sightseeing tour in Athens, Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth with
Athens Tour Greece, visiting some of the most important sites in close proximity to Athens.
Itinerary:
During our tour you will see: Acropolis - Parthenon - Temple of Zeus - the Mars Hill - Ancient Agora - Plaka
and the Roman Agora of Athens - Constitution Square - House of Parliament - Unknown Soldier - Corinth
canal - Ancient Corinth - Lycabettus hill
During our tour you will see: Acropolis and Parthenon - Mars Hill - Temple of Zeus - the Ancient Agora -
Plaka - Parliament - Unknown Soldier - Corinth canal - Ancient Corinth - Lycabettus hill
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FULL DAY TOUR IN ATHENS AND CORINTH
c A visit to the Acropolis and the Parthenon of Athens
c A visit to the picturesque quarter of Plaka
c Take impressive photos at the Corinth Canal
c The archaeological site of Ancient Corinth
c An experienced and skilled English speaking driver for a safe and comfortable tour
c Also available as a shore excursion from the port of Piraeus (Athens), or as a Christian tour
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The full day tour in Athens and Corinth is an excellent chance to combine
the beautiful landscape with major archaeological sites in Greece.
The tour starts early in the morning from Athens and aims at
providing a thorough overview of the modern city and Ancient
Athens.
The tour will take you to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the house
of the Parliament located at the Syntagma Square. After a short stop to
watch the change of the guards, you will drive down Panepistimiou Avenue
and see the Neoclassic Trilogy (Academy, University and National Library)
reaching the Omonoia Square, which is one of the main squares of Athens.
Later on, the full day tour will take you to the Temple of the Olympian
Zeus and the Hadrian’s Arch. The highlight of the tour in Athens is the visit to
the Acropolis, which is the crowning monument of the city. Entering the site
of the Acropolis, you will pass by the Gates known as Propylaea, the Temple
of Athena Nike, the Mars Hill, known as one of the main stops of St Paul and
the Erechtheion with the Caryatides Maidens.
The tour will also drive you through the lovely and picturesque quarter
of Athens, Plaka, and you will get to the Ancient Agora, where the most
famous artists, scientists and philosophers like Solon, Socrates, and Plato
used to spend their day. The Agora is also one of the preaching points of St
Paul in Athens.
After seeing these sites, the tour will continue towards the Lycabettus
Hill, where you can admire the view before heading to Corinth.
After a lunch with tasteful Greek flavors, the tour continues towards
Corinth, driving by the coastal national road that will give you the chance to
see some beautiful small seaside villages before reaching the Corinth Canal
that connects the Ionian with the Aegean Sea.
Shortly afterwards, you will get to you will get to Corinth and the place
where St Paul preached and wrote some of his famous letters.
Ancient Corinth was also a very important state city during the ancient
years, the richest and most famous port of the ancient world, something
evident even today from its remains.
Ancient Corinth includes important monuments, such as the Ancient
Agora and the Temple of Apollo, that will give you an insight of how Corinth
used to be.
The return to Athens will take place late in the afternoon, after almost 8
hours of a comfortable and safe tour in Athens and Corinth.
Change of the guards in Syntagma Square
In the Ancient Agora in Athens
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Sightseeing tour in Athens & famous
wineries in Nemea
One of our most popular tours is the sightseeing in Athens and wine-tasting tour in Nemea.
It combines sightseeing and wine tasting in a truly memorable experience you can enjoy only
in Greece! We will travel through the wine roads of Nemea and you visit some of the best Greek
wineries together with important sites of Ancient Nemea.
Itinerary of the private sightseeing and wine tasting tour:
Athens - Corinth Canal - Nemea Wineries - Athens
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PRIVATE SIGHTSEEING
AND WINE TASTING TOUR
c An 8,5 hours private tour in Greece, full of culture and flavor
c All important archaeological sites in Athens, such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon
c The Corinth Canal and the gorgeous countryside of Peloponnese
c The famous Greek wineries of Nemea with their unique wines
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This is a full day tour that takes you to the best parts of Athens, the ones you simply
cannot miss. It combines the city’s classical and modern sites along with some of the
best wineries in close proximity to the prefecture of Attica.
The full day private tour starts with a city tour - overview of Athens that will
take you to the Constitution Square and the Tomb of the Unknown soldier,
just in front of the House of the Parliament and the ex-Royal or National
Gardens.
You will pass by the Panathenaic Stadium, which hosted the first modern Olympic
Games in 1896.
You will also drive along Panepistimiou Avenue, which is one of the most central
avenues in Athens where you will see the Trilogy of Neoclassical Buildings that stand out
due to their beauty and architectural style: the National Academy of Arts, the University
of Athens and the National Library, reaching soon afterwards the Omonoia Square, one
of the main squares of the city.
The sightseeing tour in Athens will continue taking you to the Temple of Olympian
Zeus and the Arch of Hadrian that stands just in front of the archaeological site, typically
dividing the modern from the ancient city of Athens.
The highlight of the sightseeing tour is the visit to the Acropolis and the Parthenon,
the crown of the city. Entering the archaeological site of the Acropolis, you will pass by
the main gates, the Propylaea, and you will admire the Temple of Athena Nike and the
temple of the Erectheion, known mostly for the Porch of Maidens (Caryatides).
After your visit to the Acropolis, you will see one of the main quarters of the city,
Plaka, which stands at the feet of the Holy Rock of the Acropolis. Plaka is a lovely,
picturesque quarter with many tourist and art shops you will love. You will also see the
Roman and Ancient Greek Agora located within this historical part of the city.
Greek Parliament in Syntagma Square in Athens
Wine tasting in Nemea, Greece
THE FAMOUS WINERIES OF NEMEA
After your city tour, you will head for the famous wineries of Nemea in South Greece.
Driving along the coast of the Saronic Gulf, you will reach the Corinth Canal after an hour
drive, and you will have the chance to admire the splendid views. After a short stop, you
will head to Nemea, which is a town in Argolis famous for its wineries and the exquisite
varieties of wines.
Nemea is also known as the hosting town of the Nemea Games, which were equally
famous in the antiquity, as the Olympic Games of Athens. The games were organized to
celebrate and honor Zeus and included both gymnastics and musical games.
Except for the sightseeing tour, you will also visit the famous local wineries. Nemea is
the place where numerous wine varieties are produced, and home of some of the most
famous Greek wineries: Boutari - Matsa Estate, Domaine Evharis, Katogi-Strofilia S.A.
and Semeli Wines
You will taste some elect red wines, with the Agiorgitiko variety being the most
famous one. Some of the most known wines based on this variety are the Anemos,
Amos, Stone hils, Vissino and The art of Sun wines that you will have the opportunity to
see and taste if you like. These wines are famous for their rich aroma and full flavor.
After the wine tasting, the tour will bring you back to Athens in afternoon, dropping
you off at your hotel or cruise ship.
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Athens and Marathon private
sightseeing tour
The full day tour in Athens and Marathon combines two of the most significant sites in Greece,
with important historical monuments and events associated with them.
Itinerary of the full day tour in Athens and Marathon:
Athens - Acropolis - Plaka - Constitution Square - House of Parliament - Panathenaic Stadium -
Temple of Zeus - Arch of Emperor Hadrian - National Library - National Academy - University of
Athens - Roman Agora - Ancient Agora - Hadrian’s library - Marathon
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FULL DAY TOUR IN ATHENS AND MARATHON
c A full day (8 hours) private tour at your own pace and comfort
c The Acropolis of Athens
c The archaeological site of Marathon and the actual site of the famous Battle of Marathon
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The full-day tour in Athens and Marathon starts from your hotel in Athens or
your cruise ship at the port of Piraeus.
The tour begins with a visit to the heart of the city, the Constitution
Square, where you can see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the
House of the Parliament and the adjacent Royal Gardens, known
today as the National Gardens.
The tour will also take you to the Panathenaic Stadium where you can see
the site of the modern Olympic Games in 1896.
Then the tour will drive you towards the Temple of Zeus and the Arch of
Emperor Hadrian, with a direction to the Panepistimiou Street, where you
will see the impressive National Library, National Academy and University of
Athens.
The best is yet to come: a visit to the imposing Holy Rock of Athens, the
Acropolis with the crowning monument of the Parthenon.
In Acropolis you will understand why the Classical Athens is considered
the cradle of the Western Civilization. The highlights of the Acropolis are the
Erectheion with the Caryatids, the Propylaea and of course, the temple of the
Parthenon, the exemplary monument of 5th century BC.
A look to the Ancient and Roman Agora will complete the tour in Athens, and
then you will have a chance to taste some mouthwatering Greek flavors during
lunch.
After lunch, your private tour will head towards Marathon, the original site
of the homonym race. The original race was calculated from Marathon to the
Panathenaic Stadium (42,195km), and takes place all over the world today.
The history of the site of Marathon is also associated with the race itself,
since the latter is dedicated to the Greek soldier Pheidippides, who ran the
actual distance to announce the Athenians that the battle of Marathon against
the Persians was victorious.
The Battle of Marathon was a battle that took place in 490 BC between Greeks
and Persians on the plain of Marathon in Attica.
It ended with victory of the Greeks and marked the end of the first attempt
of the Persian empire (under Darius I) to subdue the cities of mainland Greece.
The victory at Marathon was not perceived as a local Athenian victory, but as a
victory won by Athens for Greece.
The tomb dedicated to the fallen of the battle of Marathon is located just a
couple of kilometers away from the actual battlefield.
After the visit to the Marathon site, you will return to Athens and you will
visit the hill of Lycabettus, which is the higher hill in Athens, to capture some
last images of the city of Athens in your heart.
The statue of Miltiades in Marathon
The statue of Miltiades in Marathon
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Visit Athens and admire
the phenomenon of Evia island | 8 hours tour
This tour is designed for cruise passengers or other travelers interested in culture and natural phenomena.
The private 8-hour tour in Athens city and the phenomenon of Evia island combines the famous monuments of
Ancient Athens and a geological phenomenon that happens every 6 hours, together with breathtaking picturesque
landscape and views.
Itinerary of the private sightseeing and wine tasting tour:
You will see: The Acropolis - the Parthenon - Erechthion - Temple of Athens Niki - Plaka - Ancient Agora - Roman Agora -
Hdrian’s library - Monastiraki - Temple of Vulcan - Temple of Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - the Parliament - monument of the
Unknown Soldier - Panathenian Stadium - Plaka - Ex-Royal House - Kolonaki - Lycabettus Hill
You will visit: The Acropolis - the Parthenon - Erechthion - Temple of Athens Niki - Temple of Zeus - Hadrian’s Arch - the
Parliament - monument of the Unknown Soldier - Panathenian Stadium - Lycabettus Hill - Evia island - New bridge and
old bridge of Chalkis - The phenomenon of Evripos Channel in Chalkis
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PRIVATE TOUR IN ATHENS AND CHALKIS
c 8-hours sightseeing private tour of Athens and Chalkis in Evia island
c Explore the wonders of the Acropolis and other modern and classical sites in Athens
c Cross the second biggest bridge in Europe from mainland Greece to the island of Evia
c Observation of the world’s unique phenomenon of Chalkis
c Professional English-speaking tour driver
c Pickup and drop off at your cruise ship pier in Piraeus, or your hotel in Athens
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The tour starts from the ship pier or your hotel in Athens,
with a modern and comfortable vehicle ready to
accommodate you and your group of friends.
You will be visiting the Acropolis of Athens,
whose temple of Parthenon dominates the city of
Athens, the Propylaea (entrance to the Temple),
the Erectheum, the Temple of Wingless Victory,
which allows you a full idea of how the Holy Rock
of Athens used to be in the ancient years.
According to the Myth at the Erectheum, Goddess
Athena and God Poseidon are said to have held a contest
to decide who would be Patron of the city. When Poseidon
thrust his trident into the ground, water burst forth. Athena
touched the ground with her spear, an olive tree grew and
Athena was named goddess of the city of Athens.
The building itself contains the graceful Porch of the
Caryatids, which features replica columns of marble
maidens supporting the roof of the temple. All temples on
the holly rock of the Acropolis are dedicated to Athena, the
patron goddess of Athens. Parthenon is Greece’s largest
and most impressive ancient temple (5th century BC).
Our next visit is the famous Temple of Olympian Zeus,
the largest (3rd century BC) Corinthian style temple in
ancient Greece. Hadrian’s Arch symbolizes and separates
the old and new towns by the Roman era.
Our private shore excursion includes sightseeing of the
National Gardens, the National Library and the Parliament
Building, the ex – Royal Palace, plaka, roman agora,
Monastiraki – Temple of Vulcan.
We continue this full-day private shore excursion and
along the way and we will pass by the ex-royal house.
Afterwards we will visit the Ancient Olympic Stadium for a
brief photo stop. Re-built in 1894 to host the first modern
Olympic Games of 1896 in Athens, the stadium is made all
of Pentelic marble (like the Parthenon) standing on the
site of the original stadium, dating from the 4th century
B.C. The Panathinean stadium is used today for very special
events, like for the every year finish of the marathon and
the archery competition. Also, it was used in the 2004
Olympics games.
Just before we end our private tour in Athens city, we
will drive you up on Lycabetus Hill, the highest hill in Athens,
where you can admire the incredible views of Athens.
Afterwards we will have lunch in a Greek restaurant
with home-cooked food and we will continue our tour by
taking the highway to the north.
VISIT CHALKIS IN EVIA ISLAND
After almost one hour we’ll cross the bridge, that connects
the mainland of Central Greece with the island of Evia.
The second part of the tour is dedicated to the beautiful
island of Evia or Evoia, starting with its capital town, Chalkis
or Chalkida.
Just one hour from Athens, Chalkis has been “declared”
in recent years the new suburb of the capital, due to its
taverns with ouzo and meze for Sunday outings and the
beautiful beaches to the north and south. Chalkis has the
advantage that it extends along the coast, which allows
splendid views almost from every part of the town.
The national road passes by the new suspension bridge,
but the old sliding bridge Negroponte (the “black bridge”, as
it was called by the Venetians) has not lost its grace.
From here you can watch the changing of the
direction of water every six hours in Evripos channel, a
classic family attraction for the last decades.
Besides the lovely seaside aspect, Chalkida hides a very
beautiful inside part as well. Stroll through the narrow
streets with the carved stones, watch the store windows
that combine old-fashioned dresses with contemporary
fashion, to reach the Market Square, where there is a small
flea market on Sundays. One of the most atmospheric
neighborhoods of Chalkida spread around the church
of Agia Paraskevi. Poor but picturesque houses dig up
memories of the old Turkish neighborhood, while the
nearby Syntagma Square raises the minaret of the only
extant mosque of the city.
THE WATER-FLOW IN EVRIPOS CHANNEL, CHALKIS
One of the most significant highlights of Chalkis is the tide
of Evripos channel. The tide of Euripos is a unique complex
phenomenon, which due to tidal forces is observed only in
the Strait of Euripos in Chalkida, hence the name.
The channel of Euripos is a narrow strip of sea width 39
m, length 40 m and a depth of about 8,5 m connecting
the North with the South Evia Gulf, between Central
Greece and Chalkida. In this area, you can see the unique
complex phenomenon: waters moving continuously, while
changing the direction of movement. Sometimes water is
directed towards the North and sometimes to the South
Evian Gulf.
This constant movement of the waters has inspired
the imagination of the ancient and modern Greeks, hence,
numerous poems and texts have been written about it,
either praising its charm, or discussing its origins. It was
said that this phenomenon is so unique that the great
Aristotle did not manage to solve the mystery throughout
his lifetime.
The old bridge of Chalkida is built on the narrowest part
of the channel, allowing a great observation point for those
interested in watching the reversion of water flow, which
takes place every six hours. The position of the moon
determines the exact reversion time. From there, you will
be able to take some truly gorgeous pictures, or videos of
the phenomenon.
Transfer back to Piraeus cruise ship pier where your
Athens private shore excursion ends, carrying with you the
best of Greece.
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F ULL-DAY
PRIVATE TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Following the Footsteps of
Democracy in Athens
Join this tour to discover the essence and the development of the Athenian Democracy!
Explore Athens, the city that gave birth to democracy
If you are eager to follow the trails of democracy, then your journey starts here in Athens, where it all begun, back in the
6th Century BC.
Chief magistrate Cleisthenes (Archon), was the first who set the foundations of the regime that would become the
dominant regime for the vast majority of countries all over the world.
Democracy was born in Athens; philosophy flourished, as well as the sciences, arts and letters and over the years here is
where the state that would expand to become the Greece of today was formed.
The city of Athens got its name from Athena, goddess of wisdom; hence it comes as no surprise that the first complete
legal system and the first comprehensive democratic policies were formed in this city. The high durability of the Athenian
democracy is attributed by scholars not only to the right institutions but mostly to the great adaptability and ability to evolve.
The institutions were born of the necessities of life and that is why they are easily adapted to the changing circumstances.
Explore Athens and follow the trail of the world’s first democracy. Find out why the Greek Constitution was the basis for all
modern democracies, at the exact place where all the policies and theories on human rights were born.
During this tour you will be accompanied by a professional tour guide, who will help you understand more on the actual places
were the Democracy of Athens was born.
Itinerary:
During this tour you will visit: Pnyx - Acropolis - Propylaea Gate - Erechtheion - Parthenon - Theater of Dionysus - Agora -
Monastiraki and Theseion
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF DAY TOUR IN ATHENS
c 8-hour, morning or afternoon, private archaeological tour of Athens
c Explore Athens and follow the trails of the World’s First Democracy, together with our expert guide
c Explore the Acropolis, Pnyx, the Theater of Dionysus and the Ancient Agora
c English-speaking driver and tour guide
c Pickup and drop-off from / to your hotel, cruise terminal or cruise ship
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DESCRIPTION
THE PNYX
Starting the tour, you will visit the Pnyx, the wide hill that overlooks the Acropolis.
The Pnyx is a sacred area on which great politicians, generals and
orators forbade such as Themistocles, Pericles and Demosthenes. That
was also the meeting place of the Ecclesia tou Dimou, the famous
Athenian assembly of citizens, where important decisions were made
for the City.
During your visit to the Pnyx you will have the chance to listen to the narration
of your guide, who will provide you with significant information on the birth and
evolution of the Athenian Constitution, and the development of the first direct
democracy in the world.
THE ACROPOLIS
Leaving the Pnyx, you will ascend the most famous hill of the world; the
Acropolis of Athens, the sacred sanctuary of the city, where you can admire the
miracle made of Marble, called the Parthenon.
You will also see a number of marble made buildings that were all made during
Pericles’ time, including the Propylaea gate and the Erechtheion.
The Parthenon, the great temple of Athena Parthenos (Virgin Athena), the
patron of Athens, dominates the hilltop of the Acropolis.
The Parthenon was constructed entirely of white Pentelic marble, with a
foundation of limestone and wooden ceiling with marble roof. It was built during
the supremacy of the Athenian democracy, to remind the leading role of the
Athenians in the Persian wars.
The Parthenon was the first and most important of the buildings that the
Athenians rebuilt after the devastating consequences of the Persian invasion of
480 BC in Athens and was the symbolic and substantive focus of the ambitious
building program that was implemented in the city at the initiative of Pericles.
The construction of the temple began in 447 BC by architects Iktinos and
Kallikrates under the general supervision of Phidias. The temple with the cult
statue of Athena was inaugurated nine years later, in 448 BC, while work on the
sculptural decoration continued until 432 BC.
THEATER OF DIONYSUS
You will also visit the Theater of Dionysus, the most ancient theater in the
world; it is the theater where the first tragedies and comedies of the ancient world
were presented to the people.
The Dionysus Theater is located in the South Slope of the Acropolis, north of
the temple of Dionysus Eleuthereus at a level higher by 3 m. approximately. Its
construction is connected directly with the Dionysian cult.
THE AGORA
The Ancient Agora of Athens was the center of economic, social and political life of the city.
If the Acropolis and its monuments was the face of the city, the Agora was its heart
and her mind. Here were located the city authorities, and parliamentarians, the orators
and generals frequented.
Here was awarded the popular justice. Here the Athenian came every day, not only to
participate in public affairs, but also to do his shopping, see friends and acquaintances, to
criticize, to gossip.
The Pnyx
Propylaea Gate
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ATHENS
BY
NIGHT
Athens by Night private sightseeing tour
OVERVIEW
The Athens-by-night, sightseeing tour in Athens with folk dance show and dinner in Plaka is
the tour you cannot miss if you want to combine sightseeing and entertainment.
During this tour you will have the chance to enjoy Athens by night; those who have experienced
it will only tell you that it is probably one of the most memorable experiences you will ever have.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS BY NIGHT TOUR
c An overview of the most important sites in Athens
c Athens by night, with all its lights and beautiful parts
c Dinner in a Greek tavern in Plaka with live music and folk dances show
c We will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel
c The tour is available every night of the week from April until October. From November 1 until March 31 it
is available on Thursday and Saturday night only.
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DESCRIPTION
The private Athens by night tour will drive you from your hotel
to Piraeus, Zea Marina and the center of Athens.
We will take you to the focal points of interest in Athens,
including the Temple of Zeus, the Arch of Hadrian, the
National Gardens, the Parliament at Syntagma Square,
the Acropolis with its Parthenon, the Lycabettus Hill with
the impressive views to the city.
The evening tour will drive you through the illuminated streets
of Athens and Piraeus, and the yachts marina of the city, Marina
of Zea, where you can not only breathe the refreshing sea
breeze, but also admire some amazing yachts belonging to the
international jet set.
Later on, the Athens by night tour will take you to
Mikrolimano, which is a lovely small fishing harbor close
to Piraeus, where you can see many waterfront bars and
restaurants.
After this sightseeing tour we will return to the center
of Athens and the famous quarter of Plaka, one of the most
picturesque parts of the city. Plaka is located at the feet of the
Acropolis and is an amazingly cozy and welcoming part of the
city.
You will enjoy a typical Greek dinner at a local tavern with a
live music and dancing show that will make you feel like a Greek!
You will listen to famous Greek songs and will see the authentic
Greek folk dances that amaze every visitor of the city.
After the night show your driver will drive you through the
boulevards of the city, in order to enjoy the lighted by night
Acropolis and of course the hill of Lycabettus, which offers
panoramic views to the city of Athens.
The tour will end at your hotel after a pleasurable night in
Athens.
Sirtaki dance
Marina of Zea
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CHRISTIAN
TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Half-day Christian tour in Athens
in the footsteps of St. Paul
The half day Christian tour in Athens is an excellent opportunity to see the most important parts of
the city making the most out of your visit in Athens, even if you are coming to the city just for a
few hours. It is a combination of Ancient Greek and Christian points of interest, specifically designed
for those who are interested in all parts of Athens.
What you will see during the half-day Christian tour in Athens: The Acropolis - the Parthenon and Erechtheion
- Mars Hill(Areopagus) - the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Parliament House - Presidential Palace - Panathenaic
Stadium - Temple of Olympian Zeus - the Academy - the University and the National Library - the area
of Monastiraki - Plaka - the ancient agora (St. Paul’s meeting place) - the Roman agora and Lycabettus Hill
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF-DAY CHRISTIAN TOUR IN ATHENS
c Mars Hill and Ancient Agora, where St Paul preached in Athens
c The Acropolis of Athens and other important sites of Athens
c Private tour with a professional English-speaking drive
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DESCRIPTION
Athens Tour Greece will take you to a half day Christian tour
in Athens, starting early in the morning. Athens is the cradle
of the Western Civilization and this city tour will most definitely
prove it to you.
The half day tour starts from the most important site
of Athens, and one of the most important sites in the
world: The Acropolis of Athens.
The Acropolis is the highlight of the city with the Parthenon
being the most recognizable part of the city, and one of the
trademarks of the ancient culture of Athens.
After the visit to the Acropolis, the half day tour will continue
taking you to the Mars Hill (Areopagus) (Acts 17:22) where
Apostle Paul preached the word of the Christian God that was
the new religion at the time.
The private half day tour will continue taking you to a city tour
around the important sites of Athens, such as the tomb of the
Unknown Soldier, the Parliament House, Presidential Palace,
Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Academy,
the University and the National Library.
You will also visit the picturesque quarter of Monastiraki
and Plaka, where you can see the Ancient Agora of Athens,
which was one of the major St Paul meeting points. Here, St
Paul spent a great part of his stay in Athens, trying to inform
the Athenians on Christianity and give an alternative to the
established religion of paganism.
You will also spend a little time wandering around the little
shops in the area, before heading to the hill of Lycabettus that
offers breathtaking views to the city of Athens and to the main
port of the city, Piraeus, where St Paul disembarked when
coming to Athens.
The private half day Christian tour will end on time for your
lunch in Athens or your cruise ship.
Mars Hill in Athens
Ancient Agora in Athens
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CHRISTIAN
TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Full-day Christian tour in Athens |
Follow St Paul in Athens
The full-day Christian tour in the footsteps of St Paul in Athens is a tour designed for the visitors of Athens,
who wish to see the parts of the city where St Paul preached the word of the Christian religion.
Itinerary of the full-day Christian tour in the footsteps of St Paul in Athens: The Acropolis - the Parthenon - the
Erechtheion - he Mars Hill (Areopagus) - the tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Parliament House - Presidential Palace
- Panathenaic Stadium - Temple of Olympian Zeus - the Academy - the University and the National Library - Monastiraki
- Plaka - Ancient Agora and Roman Agora - Byzantine Museum - Lycabettus Hill - Piraeus - Monastery
of Kaisariani
HIGHLIGHT OF THE FULL-DAY CHRISTIAN TOUR IN ATHENS
c The Acropolis and the Parthenon of Athens
c Follow the footsteps of St Paul in Athens
c Visit the most important parts of the city of Athens with an experienced, English-speaking driver
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DESCRIPTION
The full day Christian tour in the footsteps of St Paul in Athens
starts in the morning from your hotel or cruise ship. Athens Tour
Greece will take you to a private city tour you will definitely enjoy.
The tour starts from the trademark of the city of Athens,
which is of course the Acropolis of Athens.
The entrance to the Holy Rock will lead you to the imposing
Propylaea, and the temple of Erectheion with the Porch of
Maidens. The highlight of this visit is the Parthenon, the Temple
that overshadows Athens and is the perfect example of Classic
architecture from the 5th century BC.
The full day private tour will continue with a visit to the nearby
Mars Hill (Areopagus) (Acts 17:22), where Apostle Paul delivered
on of the most known sermons.
The tour will also take you to see the most important sites of the
city of Athens that combine the classic and ancient style with the
modern elements: The Constitution (Syntagma) Square with the
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Panathenaic Stadium where the
first Olympic Games took place, the Temple of the Olympian Zeus,
the Hadrian’s Arch, the National Academy of Arts, the National
University of Athens and the National Library of the city.
The tour will take you to Monastiraki and Plaka, two picturesque
quarters of Athens which are known for their little shops and the flea
market. The Ancient Agora located in the heart of Plaka is one of
the main meeting places of St Paul as well.
According to the historical facts known to us today, St Paul saw
an inscription on the Unknown God, and spoke to the Athenians
about this God, preaching about the Christian God and the newly
born religion. Some of the most important speeches of St Paul took
place here.
You will have time to stroll around Plaka and shop if you wish;
later, the full day tour will continue towards Lycabettus, the highest
hill of Athens that offers panoramic views to the entire city to
Piraeus.
After Lycabettus you will have time for a traditional Greek
lunch, and the full day tour will continue, taking you to Piraeus, the
main port of Greece and one of the largest in the Mediterranean. St
Paul disembarked here when visiting Athens.
After the visit to Piraeus, the tour will take you to see the
Presentation of the Virgin at the Monastery of Kaisariani, located
very close to Athens city center.
The full day tour will end in the afternoon, which you can spend
at your leisure the way you wish.
Change of the guards in Syntagma Square
St Paul preaching in Athens
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CHRISTIAN
TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Following the footsteps of St Paul in Athens,
Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth
The full-day Christian tour in Athens and Corinth is a tour you will definitely enjoy. It is specifically
designed for those interested in following the footsteps of St Paul in Greece, without
missing what Greece is mostly known of: its ancient monuments and history.
What you will see during the full-day Christian tour in Athens and Corinth: Athens - Acropolis - Parthenon
- Mars Hill - Plaka and the Ancient Agora of Athens - Constitution Square - House of Parliament - Unknown
Soldier - Corinth Canal - Ancient Corinth - Archaeological Museum of Corinth - Cechrea
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FULL-DAY CHRISTIAN TOUR
IN ATHENS AND CORINTH
c Visit Athens, the cradle of the Western Civilization
c The Acropolis of Athens
c The famous Mars Hill, the meeting point of St Paul in Athens
c Spectacular views at Corinth Canal
c Visit Ancient Corinth, where St Paul preached in Greece
c A professional, English speaking driver
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DESCRIPTION
Our Christian tour in Athens and Corinth will start early in the morning from
Athens, where you will have the chance to enjoy a full city tour that will
take you to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Parliament House on
Constitution Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympics
took place in 1896, and some of the most significant buildings of Athens, such as
the “Neoclassical Trilogy,” including the Academy, the University and the National
Library of Athens, and Omonia Square.
Moreover, the tour will take you to the Temple of Olympian Zeus
and Hadrian’s Arch, before heading towards the most important
monument in the city, the famous Acropolis of Athens.
The crown of the Holy Rock is of course the Parthenon, the Propylaea, the
Temple of Athena Nike, and the Mars Hill (Areopagus) (Acts 17:22) where
Apostle Paul came to preach the word of the Christian religion to the Athenians.
After the visit to the Acropolis, the tour will take you to Plaka, a picturesque
small quarter of Athens where St Paul preached and met his followers at the
Ancient Agora. St Paul spent almost his entire day in the agora, meeting people,
exchanging ideas and discussing on the new religion. It is a very important part of
the city, and quite significant for the stay of St Paul in Greece and Athens.
During the full day private tour you will also have time to visit the Lycabettus
Hill that offers magnificent views to the entire city of Athens.
Later on, you will enjoy a nice Greek lunch, and you will head towards the
important city of Corinth.
Driving along the coastal road of Athens and Attica you will reach the Corinth
Canal, after almost an hour’s drive and you will enjoy a short stop to take some
gorgeous pictures of the amazing views.
Shortly afterwards you will reach Ancient Corinth, one of the most important
city states of ancient Greece and definitely one of the most important parts of St
Paul’s journey in Greece.
In Ancient Corinth Apostle Paul spent 18 months, preaching to the Jews
and Gentiles. The site is overlooked by the Acropolis housing the remains of the
Temple of Aphrodite, the goddess of love.
In Corinth, St. Paul worked with Aquila and Priscilla. He founded a community
here that caused him much grief and prompted him to write at least four letters.
St. Paul`s trial by Gallio took place in the agora (Acts 18:12-17). It is from Corinth,
also, that St. Paul wrote to the Thessalonians. We celebrate our liturgy today in
Corinth with a reflection on Paul the Missionary.
We will visit the ruins of Cechrae or Kechrae, the harbour from which St. Paul
sailed to Ephesus (Acts 18:18).
You will see the ancient agora, the Temple of God Apollo and the ancient port
of Kechreae in Corinth, where St Paul disembarked when visiting Corinth to
preach. Kechrae is also known due to the important church established in the
area by St Paul before leaving for Ephesus.
The private full day Christian tour will end late in the afternoon bringing you
back to Athens via the same route.
The Greek Parliament in Syntagma Square
Corinth Canal
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JEWISH
TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Jewish tour and Athens sightseeing in 6 hours
The 6 hours Jewish tour in Athens is a unique private tour, specifically designed for Jewish
people visiting Athens, or for those interested in this intriguing part of the city. Our Jewish
tours in Athens offer an excellent chance to combine Ancient Greek with Jewish culture in just
a few hours.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF-DAY JEWISH TOUR IN ATHENS
c Visit the old and new Synagogue of Athens
c The Jewish museum of Athens
c Visit the Acropolis and Parthenon
c Enjoy a city tour in Athens with a professional English-speaking driver
c The Jewish tour is also available as a shore excursion from your cruise ship at the Port of
Piraeus (Athens)
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DESCRIPTION
The private tour starts in the morning.
Your driver will pick you up from your hotel or cruise ship
and will drive you to the heart of Athens, where you can see
the Old synagogue of Athens built in 1904.
You will also visit the New Synagogue built in 1935, as well as
the memorial of the holocaust. Close to it you can see the Ancient
cemetery of Keramikos from 8th century BC.
After the visit to the Synagogue, you will head towards Plaka, one
of the most beautiful parts of the city, with lovely little houses and
shops.
You will also get to see the new Jewish Museum, which is
considered one of the most important Jewish museums in Europe,
due to its architecture but also due to the items commemorating
the Holocaust, and the interesting collection of Hebrew books and
artifacts (website of the Jewish museum of Greece).
After Plaka, the private tour will take you to the Acropolis, which
is considered the trademark of the city. Passing by the gates of the
Holy Rock of Athens you will see the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena
Nike, the temple of Erechtheion with the Maidens, and of course the
highlight of the tour, the Parthenon, which is the perfect example of
classic architecture.
Later on, the private tour will continue to the center of the city,
taking you to the central Syntagma square, where you can see the
Parliament of Greece (ex Royal Palace), the National Gardens, and the
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
The private Jewish tour in Athens runs every day, however,
you should note that the Jewish Museum is closed on Saturdays
and the Synagogue holds the Sabbath services. On Sundays the
New Synagogue is closed, and the old Synagogue is closed both on
Saturdays and Sundays.
Old synagogue of Athens
Jewish museum of Greece in Athens
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN OUR JEWISH TOURS IN ATHENS
c Pick-up service from your hotel or cruise ship
c An English-speaking driver with a solid knowledge of history
and culture of Greece
c Toll road fees, fuel charges and all taxes
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN OUR JEWISH TOURS IN ATHENS
c Entrance fees to archaeological sites and museums
c Meals & drinks
c The Synagogues do not have entrance fees,
but you will be asked to make a donation.
c An official licensed tour guide
Notes:
c A full-day Jewish tour
in Athens is also available
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JEWISH
TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Full-day Jewish tour in Athens
The full-day Jewish tour in Athens is an excellent chance to see the city beyond the beaten path,
visiting some of the most important Jewish sites in Europe.
It is a full-day private tour combining the best parts of the city of Athens along with the Jewish
monuments and Synagogues of the city.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FULL-DAY JEWISH TOUR IN ATHENS
c The Jewish Museum in Athens
c The Jewish Synagogues in the city
c The Lycabettus hill of Athens
c The Acropolis
c A professional English speaking driver
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DESCRIPTION
The city tour starts early in the morning from your hotel or the cruise terminal
accordingly.
The driver will bring you to the heart of the city where you can visit
the two Synagogues of Athens: the old one, built in 1904, which is an
interesting building to see (NOT in use), and the New Synagogue built
in 1935 and renovated in the 1970s, where masses still take place.
The New Synagogue of Athens is an impressive neoclassic building,
with marble elements of exquisite quality. Visit the memorial of the
holocaust and the ancient cemetery from the 8th century BC.
The private Jewish tour in Athens will continue taking you to a historical part of
Athens, the neighborhood of Plaka built at the feet of the Acropolis.
In Plaka you will have ample time to walk, wander around its nice little streets
with the numerous shops.
You will also visit the Jewish Museum of Greece, which is located at the heart
of Plaka. The Jewish museum is one of the finest museums in Europe, housing
some truly intriguing and fascinating historical items and memorabilia.
After the visit to the Museum, you will have time for a lunch, in order to try
some of the typical Greek dishes you will love. You will also have the chance to
visit the central market of Athens, with the fish and meat market; your private
vehicle will pass by it, and you will have enough time to stop and see it up close
and personal if you wish so. It is a very “Greek” experience you should have if
possible.
The private tour will continue right after your lunch, taking you to Syntagma
square, the central square of Athens where you can see the Parliament, the
National Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Change of the
Guards.
Later on, you will be visiting the Acropolis, the historical trademark of the city.
It is a magnificent rock, adorned by the temple of Erechtheion with the
Maidens, the Athena Nike and of course the impressive Parthenon that dominates
the sky of Athens.
At the end of our full-day private tour, we will take you to Lycabettus hill, to
admire Athens from a special spot with a panoramic view of the city. Drive back
to your hotel or cruise ship; the duration of the tour is approximately eight hours.
Plaka
Parthenon in Acropolis
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN OUR JEWISH TOURS IN ATHENS
c Pick-up service from your hotel or cruise ship
c An English-speaking driver with a solid knowledge of history and culture of Greece
c Toll road fees, fuel charges and all taxes
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN OUR JEWISH TOURS IN ATHENS
c Entrance fees to archaeological sites and museums
c Meals & drinks
c There is no entrance fee to the Synagogues,
but you will be asked to make a donation.
c An official licensed tour guide
Notes:
c Another option is the 6-hours
Jewish tour in Athens
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PHOTOGRAPHY
TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Six hour photography tour in ancient
and modern Athens
This six hour private photography tour in Athens is an option you should not miss, if you are
into photography and especially if you are interested in ancient ruins and archaeological sites.
Athens is definitely a city that will satisfy even the most demanding visitor with the variety of
options for photo shooting ancient and modern Athens.
What you will see during this 6-hour photography tour in Athens: The Acropolis - Ancient Agora - the
Stoa of Attalos - the Roman Agora - Lycabettus Hill - Plaka
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR
IN ANCIENT AND MODERN ATHENS
c The Acropolis of Athens
c The ancient part of the city of Athens
c The picturesque district of Plaka
c The views from Lycabettus Hill
c The little corners of modern Athens that will amaze you
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DESCRIPTION
Our six-hour photography tour in Athens will give you the chance to
enjoy Athens like one of its residents and will give you an insight to
the local culture of the Athenians.
This private photography tour is designed for those who
enjoy visiting ancient monuments and archaeological sites
and are able to discover their beauty and capture it with
their camera.
Your professional driver will take you to the actual Acropolis
Hill, with its magnificent Parthenon, Erechtheion and the Porch of
Maidens, to admire the classical beauty of Athens in person. Next we’ll
visit the ancient Agora of Athens built at the feet of the Acropolis, in
the picturesque quarter of Plaka, which will give you endless options
for shooting.
Plaka is a maze of cobblestone streets with pots of flowers and
neoclassical houses you will absolutely love. Meandering streets,
gardens and stone walls will give you the impression that you are not
in Athens but in one of the famous Greek islands.
You will see the Stoa of Attalos, where you can visit the incredibly
beautiful temple of Hephaistus, and the Byzantine Church of St
Apostles nearby.
You will also see the remains of Hadrian’s library, built by the
famous Roman Emperor, which was one of the most important
libraries of the Roman times.
You will see the Roman Agora, and the Fethiye Djami mosque
which is one of the few remaining Ottoman monuments in the city.
The Octagonal tower built by Andronicus, with the sundial, and the
hydraulic clock will also amaze you, showing you how technology
was advanced at the time.
The private tour will also bring you to the central market in
Athens, where you can visit the fish and meat market; you will get
ample of time to take numerous pictures there, since the themes are
various and depict the Greek culture and habits.
Finally, you will visit the Lycabettus hill that provides the best
views to the entire city of Athens. Allow your gaze to stretch from the
northern mountains that surround Athens to the port of Piraeus to the
south, and take some pictures that will impress everyone back home.
Join Athens Tour Greece and enjoy one of the most memorable
experiences of your life with this photography tour in the city of
Athens of today and yesterday.
The Acropolis of Athens
Hadrian’s library in Athens
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Half-day private photography tour in Athens
The half day private photography tour in Athens is a five hours tour in the historical city of Greece,
which will give you the chance to take some gorgeous pictures to boast about when returning
back home. Athens is a very captivating city and you can be sure that you will absolutely love this
photography tour.
What you will see during the half-day photography tour in Athens: The hill of Philopappou - the Hadrian’s
Arch - the Panathenaic Stadium - the Temple of Zeus - the Parliament - the Academy - Library and
University of Athens - Lycabettus Hill
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PRIVATE 5-HOUR
PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR IN ATHENS
c The views from Philopappou and Lycabettus Hill
c The city tour of Athens
c The hidden photography treasures of Athens
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The private photography tour in Athens will start from
the hill of Philopappou located in the heart of the
ancient part of the city.
From there you will have an excellent view to
the Holy Rock of the Acropolis and you can get
impressive photos of the Parthenon with the
backdrop of the city.
The tour will then continue taking you to the well
preserved Temple of Zeus in Athens, where you can also
see the Hadrian’s Arch, the site that divides the modern
from the ancient part of the city.
You will also have the chance to visit the Panathenaic
Stadium, which is the site of the first modern Olympic
Games in 1896 and the finish of the classical Marathon
race.
The private photography tour in Athens will then take you
to Syntagma square, the main square of the city where you
can see the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and
the change of the Guards just in front of it.
You will then head to the Panepistimiou Avenue where
you can take pictures of the three most beautiful classical
buildings in Athens: the Academy of Arts, the University and
the National Library of Athens, all three made of high quality
marble.
Finally, you will visit Lycabettus Hill, which is the highest
hill in Athens, providing exquisite views to the entire city of
Athens, and an excellent option to you to take some truly
breathtaking pictures from high above the city.
The temple of Parthenon in the Acropolis
Change of the guards in Syntagma Square
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6 hours photography tour in the Athens Riviera
and Cape Sounion
The half day private photography tour to the coastal Athens and Sounion is a six hour tour to
the beauties of Athens and its southern suburbs.
The coastal part of Athens, or the Athens Riviera as many people call it, is truly beautiful and is
definitely a place that all photo aficionados will love. You can take some truly great photos with
one of the most spectacular backdrops you can imagine.
What you will see during this half-day private photography tour: Glyfada - Vouliagmeni- Vouliagmeni
Lake- Varkiza- Cape Sounion
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF-DAY PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR
TO THE COASTAL ATHENS AND SOUNION
c The coastal suburbs of Athens, also known as Athens Riviera
c The impressive site of Cape Sounion with the temple of Poseidon
c Six hours close to the sea breathing the sea breeze
c Private tour with an English-speaking professional driver
cThe drivers can pick you up and drop you off from your hotel in Athens or your cruise ship
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The half day private photography tour to the Athens
Riviera and Sounion will take you to the coastal road of
Athens that passes by the famous southern suburbs of the
city.
You will be able to see and shoot the incredible
beaches of Glyfada and Voula, and you will get to
one of the greenest and most attractive coastal
suburbs of Athens, Vouliagmeni.
At Vouliagmeni you will have the chance to see the
Lake of Vouliagmeni, which is a natural phenomenon. It
is a small lake for swimming, just amidst high rocks, with a
stable temperature of 24 degrees all year long, regardless
of the season.
The half day photography tour will continue towards
Varkiza, with its splendid sandy beaches and small taverns
by the sea. Almost half an hour later, you will be reaching
the Cape Sounion, one of the absolute highlights of any
tour in Athens and the southern suburbs.
Sounion is dominated by the amazing Temple of Poseidon,
which is another example of the classic architecture of the 5th
century BC, overlooking the Aegean Sea.
This is one of the most breathtaking views to the sea you
will ever see; if you are visiting in late afternoon hours you will
have the chance to enjoy a sunset of similar beauty to the one
of Santorini.
Cape Sounion is a not only a site of historical importance,
but is also one of the most photographed sites in Greece; and
definitely for a reason. Once you get there, you will also feel
drawn by the captivating beauty of the place, so have your
cameras ready to capture the allure of the site that will most
certainly amaze you. The combination of the sea, the breeze,
the views and the majestic temple is something you will
remember for the rest of your life.
Varkiza – Athens Riviera
Cape Sounion Greece
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Full-day private
photography tour in Athens
The full-day photography tour in Athens promises to give you some of the most memorable
experiences and images in your life. If you wish to discover Athens from a local’s point of view,
this is your best chance and a great value-for-money private tour as well.
What you will see during this photography tour in Athens: Philopappou Hill - Hadrian’s Arch - Temple of
Zeus - Panathenaic stadium - Greek Parliament - Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Lycabettus Hill - Plaka
- Ancient Agora - Port of Piraeus
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FULL-DAY PRIVATE
PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR IN ATHENS
c The views from the hills of Lycabettus and Philopappou
c The hidden treasures of the city through the eyes of the locals
c The numerous chances for amazing photos in Athens
c The attractive port of Piraeus
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The full day private photography tour in Athens will take you to all the parts of
the ancient and modern city that actually create this blend of historical and
modern parts.
The photography tour will start from the Hill of Philopappou, which
offers spectacular views to the Acropolis and the Parthenon.
You can place your tripod here and take some amazing pictures of the Parthenon,
with the gorgeous backdrop of the city.
Alternatively, you may visit the actual Acropolis Hill, with its magnificent Parthenon,
Erechtheion and the Porch of Maidens, to admire the classical beauty of Athens in
person. If you chose this option, then we will skip the visit to Philopappou Hill and drive
you to the Acropolis instead.
Later, the tour will take you to the heart of the city where you can visit the Temple
of Zeus and the Hadrian’s Arch standing right in front of the Temple. There you can take
pictures of both the ancient and modern part of the city, since the Arch is the so called
“border” of the two parts of the city of Athens.
One of the highlights of the city is the Panathenaic Stadium, which is the place
where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896, and is also the finish of the
Marathon race nowadays.
You will also visit the Syntagma Square where you can see the Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier and the House of the Parliament. Next to the Parliament you can take some
pictures of the gorgeous and well maintained National Gardens with all the greenery
and the ponds.
If you are an avid photographer, then you will love our next stop of the private
photography tour. Panepistimiou Avenue boasts some of the most beautiful buildings in
Athens: the National Gallery, the National Academy of Arts and the University of Athens.
Later on, we will be visiting the hill of Lycabettus which offers you the chance to
take panoramic photos of the entire city. Lycabettus Hill is the highest hill in Athens and
offers gorgeous views to the whole basin of Athens.
The private photography tour will continue towards Plaka and Monastiraki where you
can see some of the most intriguing ancient buildings and ruins of the city: the Ancient
Agora, the Stoa of Attalos, the temple of Hephaistus, and the remains of the important
library of Hadrian dating from 132 AD.
The center of Athens also offers you the chance to shoot some of the daily activities
of the Athenians, therefore, the private tour will take you to the fish and meat market
of Athens, which is full of flavors, aromas and colors. The agora is close to Plaka, the
picturesque bohemian quarter of Athens which will give you truly endless chances and
reasons to take pictures.
The private photography tour would not be complete without a visit to the Port of
Piraeus, the most important port in the country. It is an interesting place for picture
lovers, because of the large ships, the sea, and the atmosphere of traveling that
captivates the visitor right away.
You will also get to see Mikrolimano, which is a small marina and fishermen harbor,
and the over-standing quarter of Castella, which offers panoramic views to the harbor
and is an amazing place to take pictures.
The 9 hours private photography tour in Athens is a tour you will love; just bring your
cameras and get ready for shooting!
The Acropolis of Athens
Zeus temple in Athens
The tomb of the unknown soldier
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The golden Athens walking tour;
private
The Athens walking city tour with the Acropolis will offer you an insight to the ancient and
modern side of Athens. Athens is a historical city as known the birth place of the western
civilization, but has a bustling modern part as well.
Itinerary of the golden Athens walking tour:
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Erechteion, Propylaia, Temple of Nike, Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of
Herodes Atticus, Areus Pagus/Mars Hill) - Dionyssiou Areopagitou street - Temple of Olympian
Zeus - The Hadrian’s Arch - The Panathenaic Stadium - the Zappeion park - the ex royal Palace - the
Tomb of the unknown soldier and the change of the guards
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE GOLDEN ATHENS WALKING TOUR
c The Acropolis with its memorials
c The change of guards at Syntagma Square
c The Panathenean stadium
c A 4 hours guided walking tour, with an official incensed tour guide
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The golden Athens walking tour will start from the
base of the Acropolis, exactly in front of “Dionysos
Restaurant, Robertou Galli 43, Athens 117 43, at
08:30 is proposed to avoid croud on the Acropolis.
Visit the Parthenon, Erechteion, Propylaia,
Temple of Nike, Theater of Dionysus, Odeon
of Herodes Atticus, Areus Pagus/Mars Hill.
Then start a real pleasant walk through
the Dionyssiou Areopagitou street to reach
and visit the temple of Olympian Zeus, and
Hadrian’s Arch.
Next Walk through the Zapeion hall, till you reach the
Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic
games took place in 1896.
We’ll cross the street to see the presidential house
“ex royal palace” and walk through the beautiful national
garden (ex royal garden) to visit the syntagma square,
the tomb of the unknown soldier, the parliament of
Greece and see the change of the guards.
If you are staying in hotel, any address in Athens or
arriving on a cruise ship in Piraeus port, we can arrange
to pick you up from there with a taxi, minivan, minibus or
coach according to the number of your group for an extra
cost.
The ex royal Palace
Dionyssiou Areopagitou street
Departures: All year round
Meeting point: At the base of the Acropolis,
exactly in front of “Dionysos Restaurant,
Robertou Galli 43, Athens 117 43”
End point: Drop off at the same point.
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The Acropolis and the Acropolis museum
walking tour; private
This Athens private walking tour with the Acropolis and the Acropolis museum will offer
you the chance to feel the real power of the ancient and the and its influence to our today
living. here is the birth place of the western civilization, and the birth place of democracy.
Itinerary of the Acropolis and the Acropolis museum walking tour; private:
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Erechteion, Propylaia, Temple of Nike, Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of
Herodes Atticus, Areus Pagus/Mars Hill) - Dionyssiou Areopagitou street - and the Acropolis museum
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ACROPOLIS
AND THE ACROPOLIS MUSEUM WALKING TOUR; PRIVATE
c The Acropolis with its mythical temples
c The Acropolis museum
c Private for your group only
c Guided by an official licensed tour guide
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The private Acropolis and the Acropolis museum
walking tour start’s from the base of the
Acropolis. Visit on the Acropolis the Parthenon,
Erechteion, Propylaia, Temple of am300Nike,
Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of Herodes Atticus,
Areus Pagus/Mars Hill.
Walk down the nice pedestrian street of
Dionyssiou Areopagitou street till you reach
with your guide the Acropolis museum.
If you are staying in hotel, any address in Athens or
arriving on a cruise ship in Piraeus port, we can arrange
to pick you up from there with a taxi, minivan, minibus
or coach according to the number of your group for an
extra cost.
Acropolis Museum
Departures: All year round
Meeting point: At the base of the Acropolis,
exactly in front of “Dionysos Restaurant,
Robertou Galli 43, Athens 117 43”
End point: Drop off at the same point.
Duration: 4 hours
Starting time: Αt 08:30 (is proposed) in order
to avoid crowd on the Acropolis
Dionyssiou Areopagitou street
Important Note:
c On Mondays the Acropolis museum is
closed and it will be replaced by Zappeion
Hall, The Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch.
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Athens walking tour in the footsteps
of apostle Paul; private
This 4 hours private walking tour of Athens is specially designed for those want to combine
a Christian tour with what Athens is mostly known of, its famous memorials, history and
cultures. It is a tour you will definitely enjoy.
Itinerary of the Athens walking tour in the footsteps of apostle Paul; private:
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Erechteion, Propylaia, Temple of Nike, Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of
Herodes Atticus, Areus Pagus/Mars Hill) - the ancient Greek agora [Stoa of Attalos & Temple of
Hyphaestus] - the Roman agora and the tower of Winds
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PRIVATE ATHENS WALKING TOUR
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF APOSTLE PAUL
c The Acropolis with its mythical temples
c The Mars hill, meeting point of philosophers and Paul
c The ancient Greek agora
c Guided by an official licensed tour guide
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DESCRIPTION
Your private walking tour begins from the base
of the Acropolis. Visit on the Acropolis, the
crown of the Holy Rock is of course the Parthenon,
the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, and
of course the Mars Hill (Areopagus) (Acts 17:22)
where Apostle Paul came to preach the word of the
Christian religion to the Athenians.
Continuing with your walking tour, your
agprivate licensed tour guide will take you
to ancient Greek agora, a spectacular small
quarter of Athens where St Paul preached
and met his followers.
St Paul as well all the philosophers, scientists and
artists spent almost the entire day there, meeting
people, making friends, exchanging ideas and
discussing on the new religion. An important part of
Athens and significant for Paul’s stay in Greece. Visit the
Roman agora with tower of the winds.
If you are staying in hotel, any address in Athens or
arriving on a cruise ship in Piraeus port, we can arrange
to pick you up from there with a taxi, minivan, minibus
or coach according to the number of your group for an
extra cost.
Theatre of Dionysus
Stoa of Attalos & Temple of Hyphaestus
Departures: All year round
Meeting point: At the base of the Acropolis,
exactly in front of “Dionysos Restaurant,
Robertou Galli 43, Athens 117 43”
End point: Drop off at the same point.
Duration: 4 hours
Starting time: At 08:30 (is proposed)
in order to avoid crowd on the Acropolis
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Walking tour of Athens,
with the Acropolis and Plaka; private
This 4 hours private Walking tour of Athens, with the Acropolis and Plaka; private will offer
you a contrast of the ancient civilization and the modern site of the city. It is a tour you
will definitely remember as both the Acropolis and Plaka are the most famous of Greece.
Itinerary for the Walking tour of Athens, with the Acropolis and Plaka; private:
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Erechteion, Propylaia, Temple of Nike, Theater of Dionysus, Odeon of
Herodes Atticus, Areus Pagus/Mars Hill) - and Plaka
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WALKING TOUR OF ATHENS,
WITH THE ACROPOLIS AND PLAKA; PRIVATE
c The Acropolis monuments
c The Plaka, old part of Athens
c Guided by an official licensed tour guide
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DESCRIPTION
This delightful private walking tour of Athens
will start from the base of the Acropolis. First
visit the crown of the city, the Holy Rock of the
Acropolis, how hosts on , the famous Parthenon,
the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the
Erecthion and the Mars Hill.
After almost an hour an a half visit on the
Acropolis we will head on to Plaka, the
picturesque old part of Athens with its
colorful neighborhoods, graphical paths
full of life , restaurants, shops, cafes etc.
Enjoy a Meze with Ouzo or a Geek coffee,
feel in you the full of life Greek stile of
living.
If you are staying in hotel, any address in Athens
or arriving on a cruise ship in Piraeus port, we can
arrange to pick you up from there with a taxi,
minivan, minibus or coach according to the number of
your group for an extra cost.
Departures: All year round
Meeting point: At the base of the Acropolis,
exactly in front of “Dionysos Restaurant,
Robertou Galli 43, Athens 117 43”
End point: Drop off at the same point.
Duration: 4 hours
Starting time: At 08:30 (is proposed)
in order to avoid crowd on the Acropolis
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Shopping & Lifestyle walking tour
in Athens
The Athens shopping & life style walking private tour will give you an insight to the modern
side of Athens, which might be a historical city, but has a bustling modern part as well.
Itinerary of the Athens shopping & lifestyle private walking tour:
Syntagma Square - Center of Athens - Kolonaki - Lycabettus Hill
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS SHOPPING & LIFE STYLE
WALKING PRIVATE TOUR
c The change of guards at Syntagma Square
c The famous branded retail shops in Kolonaki
c The views from Lycabettus Hill
c The coffee shops and restaurants in downtown Athens
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The Athens shopping & life style walking private tour will start
from Syntagma Square (Constitution Square) where you will
see the change of the guards in front of the Greek Parliament and
the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
You will then walk to one of the most interesting and
elegant shopping districts of Athens, Kolonaki, where
you will be able to see some of the most known designer
brand names in the world, and numerous famous or
prominent Athenians walking by.
Kolonaki is the area where the heart of modern Athens beats,
since the shops blend with numerous stylish small coffee shops
and bars, but also several galleries and small museums where you
can enjoy modern and classic art. Here you can also taste some
traditional Greek flavors, presented in a more contemporary way.
The Athens shopping & life style walking private tour will
continue towards Lycabettus Hill, the highest hill of Athens that
over shadows the city.
Bring your camera along, because Lycabettus offers
breathtaking views to the entire city, from its northern hills to
Piraeus, the famous port of the city. Especially if you are taking
the evening walking tour in Athens, the thousands of small lights
of the city will dazzle you. The views from Lycabettus are truly
stunning.
The Athens shopping & life style walking private tour can be
excellently combined with the history tour, because it will provide
you a full idea of how the city lives and breathes. Your Englishspeaking
guide will give you any information you need and will
also ensure that you make the most out of your time in Athens.
The Athens shopping & life style walking tour is a flexible
private tour, which can be customized based on your specific
needs and requirements, allowing you to see the city at your own
pace.
Change of the guards in Syntagma Square
Kolonaki in Athens
Departures: All year round
Meeting point: Start from Syntagma Square
(Constitution Square)
End point: Drop off at the same point.
Duration: 4 hours
Starting time: At 10:00 (is proposed)
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Walking tour in Old Athens and
Gourmet market; Private
Athens walking tour in old Athens and Gourmet market offers you a chance to visit some of the
hidden treasures of Athens that you would probably miss if only moving by car in this interesting,
but also complicated city.
The Gourmet Market of Athens located in the heart of the city is the place to be if you want to experience
real Athens, and if you want to get an insight to the habits of the Greeks and Athenians,
who come here to buy fresh fish, meat, vegetables and fruit.
Itinerary of the Athens Walking Tour:
Syntagma Square - Athenas Street (food market) - Psirri - Monastiraki Square - Plaka
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS WALKING TOUR
IN OLD ATHENS AND FOOD MARKET
c The food market of Athens with its colors and aromas
c The picturesque quarters of Psirri
c The hidden streets of Plaka and Monastiraki
c The flea market in Monastiraki
c 4 hour private walking tour
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Our walking tour in Athens will take you to one of the main
pedestrianized streets in the heart of the city, with its
famous little shops that line up and down the street, offering
everything you can imagine, from local delicatessen to
products grown in every part of the country.
The hustle and bustle of the food market located just
on this street is something you definitely need to
experience.
We will visit the old food market of the city, with its bustling
sounds and intense aromas.
You will stand in front of a large variety of fresh meat and
fish, but also fresh and dried fruits, and tons of herbs and
spices that create truly unique scenery, just in the heart of the
city. The merchants promoting their goods, and the buyers
negotiating the prices is also something to see, since it is part
of our “buying” tradition in markets.
The next stop of the walking tour in Old Athens is Psirri, one
of the oldest quarters in the city which is renovated the last
few years. Here you can have lunch at one of the numerous
small tavernas, or enjoy a coffee with a traditional Greek
dessert that will introduce you to the idea of going out with
friends for “a sweet”, as Greeks say.
Later on, we will be visiting Plaka and Monastiraki, where
you can see an array of small tourist and local shops, selling all
kinds of traditional products and souvenirs of the city.
Athens is one of the most significant capital cities in the
world, boasting great cultural and historical interest.
A walking tour in the heart of the city will reveal you the real
side of the city and its people and will allow you to understand
its true charm that makes most visitors come back again.
All kinds of cheese in the gourmet market in Athens
In the central market of Athens
Departures: All year round
Meeting point: Start from Syntagma Square
(Constitution Square)
End point: Drop off at the same point.
Duration: 4 hours
Starting time: At 10:00 (is proposed)
Important Note:
c Most of Sundays the gourmet market is
closed. Instead you can visit the ancient agora
and the Roman agora or just spent more time
in Plaka, Psiri and monastiraki.
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Athens shared walking tour
including the Acropolis
The Athens shared walking city tour including the Acropolis will offer you an insight to the
ancient and modern side of Athens in a small group. Athens is a historical city as known the
birth place of the western civilization, but has a bustling modern part as well.
Itinerary of the Athens walking city tour with the Acropolis:
Syntagma Square - Center of Athens - Temple of Zeus - Plaka - the Acropolis
√ Daily Service from April to October.
√ Dep. 09.45 from Amalia Hotel.
√ The tour ends approx 13.00 hrs. at the Acropolis.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS WALKING CITY TOUR
WITH THE ACROPOLIS
c The Acropolis with its world wide famous monuments
c The change of guards at Syntagma Square
c The Plaka
c The coffee shops and restaurants in downtown Athens
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The Athens walking city tour with the Acropolis will start
from Syntagma Square (Constitution Square) at approx
09:45 where you will see front of the Greek Parliament
the change of the guards and the Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier.
Then start a real pleasant walk through the national
garden (ex royal garden) and the Zapeion hall, the
temple of Zeus, and Hadrian’s arch.
Continue from there to the Plaka heading to the
Acropolis. Visit with your guide the Glory of ancient Athens,
The Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athens niki, the
Erechthion witch reached its maximum expand in the 5th
century BC called the golden age of Pericles or the golden
age of Athens.
In the surrounding of the Athens Agora see the
Observations, the Hill of Democracy (Pnyx), the Mars hill,
the Philopapou hill, the Odeon, and the ancient theater of
Dionysus.
At the end of the Athens walking city tour with the
Acropolis do not miss to visit on your own the Acropolis
museum.
The Athens walking city tour is a shared walking tour
following your guide, and allowing you to see the city at
the best way.
Plaka
In the central market of Athens
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SHARED
BUS TOURS
IN ATHENS
BUS TOURS IN ATHENS
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Half-day bus tour in Athens,
Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
The half-day shared bus tour in Athens with the Acropolis Museum is a coach tour that gives you
the chance to explore the city of Athens and admire Acropolis and its museum.
What you will see during the half day bus tour in Athens and Acropolis
Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Academy,
University, National Library, Constitution Square, Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HALF-DAY BUS TOUR
IN ATHENS AND ACROPOLIS
c The new Acropolis Museum
c The sacred hill of Acropolis with Parthenon
c A city tour in Athens that combines modern and ancient parts of the city
c A comfortable air-conditioned bus, including entrance fees, and a tour guide
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DESCRIPTION
The half-day bus tour will start from the Panathenaic stadium
of Athens, where the first modern Olympics took place.
You will stop there shortly for a few pictures and then
continue towards the heart of the city, where you will
see the Residence of the President of the Democracy
(ex Royal house), guarded by the Euzones.
You will soon reach Syntagma Square, passing by the Temple
of Olympian Zeus and the Hadrian’s Arch.
At Syntagma you will see the House of the Parliament and the
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
You will head towards Panepistimiou Avenue where you can
see the Academy of Athens, the University of Athens, and the
National Library, which are modern buildings of the 19th and
20th century, perfect examples of the neo-classic architecture
Of Athens.
You will then visit the Acropolis, which is the crown of the
city. It is the most important archaeological site in Greece
and definitely the trademark of the city. Entering the site you
will pass by the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the
Erectheion, and the Parthenon of Athens, which is the imposing
temple on the Sacred Rock.
No visit to the Acropolis would be complete without a visit to
the New Acropolis Museum, the newly built museum of Athens
that houses all the statues and artefacts of the Acropolis. This is a
tour you will love, because it is an affordable and convenient way
to see the best of Athens in a shared half-day bus tour.
Acropolis and the Caryatids
Change of the guards in Syntagma Square
N.B.
1) Due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of
the new Acropolis museum the order of the program
can be changed.
2) Clients staying at the coast will be transferred back
to their hotels with the but of the Cape Sounion tour.
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Sightseeing bus tour in Athens |
Visit Acropolis in the afternoon
The afternoon sightseeing tour in Athens by bus including a guided visit to the Acropolis, offers
you an excellent chance to explore the city of Athens, visiting its most important archaeological
sites, but also getting a glimpse of the important modern aspect of the city, which is vibrant and
alive as few in Europe.
What you will see during this sightseeing tour in Athens and Acropolis
Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Gate, National Gallery, National Archaeological Museum,
Open Market , Syntagma Square, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, House of Parliament, Triad of Marble
buildings in Panepistimiou Avenue, Presidential Residence, The Acropolis
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS + ACROPOLIS BUS TOUR
c A comfortable and convenient afternoon city tour of Athens 15:00 – 18:30
c A luxury air-conditioned bus for your city tour
c A professional tour guide, with an air-conditioned bus, including entrance fees
c A guided tour of the Acropolis and the Parthenon of Athens
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The Athens Sightseeing tour by motor coach is a 4 hr 45 min. tour
that will bring you to the best parts of Athens, combining the known
archaeological sites of Athens with the modern parts of the city.
This shared bus tour will start from the Panathenaic stadium,
also known as the Kallimarmaron stadium of Athens. It is the
place where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896.
After a short visit and pictures, the tour will take you towards the
main avenues of down-town Athens, where you can see the Temple of
Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch, that is the border between the modern and
ancient city.
On the route, you will also see the Syntagma Square, which is
one of the central squares of Athens; here stands the Parliament, the
National Gardens and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Further down Panepistimiou Avenue you will have the chance
to admire the three gorgeous neo classical buildings of Athens, the
National Gallery, the Academy of Arts and the University of Athens.
You will reach Omonoia Square and then pass by the National
Archaeological Museum of Athens, the Polytechnic School of Athens,
before reaching the Acropolis.
The Acropolis is definitely the most important monument of the
city, and is nothing short of its crowning feature.
The Acropolis stands on the Holy Rock of Athens that you will have
the chance to explore, passing by the Propylaea and moving towards
the Temple of Athena Nike, Erechteion and Parthenon, which was built
2.500 years ago, in the 5th century BC.
We would suggest to combine the tour to the Acropolis with a visit
to the new Acropolis Museum, on your own, to get a complete idea of
the marbles of the Parthenon and the other important artefacts and
statues from that time.
The tour is available all year round ONLY Mondays.
The Parliament House in Athens
The Caryatids in Acropolis
N.B.
Clients staying at the coast will be
transferred back to their hotels
with the Cape Sounion Tour bus.
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SHARED
BUS TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Athens and Sounion shared bus day tour
This full day shared bus tour in Athens and Sounion is special designed for thoose who want to
experience the best of Athens and the southern suburbs with the scenic coastal road of the
Saronic golf to cape Sounion.
HIGHLIGHTS OF ATHENS AND SOUNION BUS TOUR
c A Panoramic tour of Athens
c Guided tour of Acropolis
c Visit the Acropolis museum
c Pass by the beautiful sea side of Athens riviera
c Visit Sounion, the Temple of Poseidon with its breath taking views
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Driving from the Acropolis to Omonia Square, you’ll have the chance
to see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens and as it
is guided it will help you to get your bearings if this is your first visit to
Athens.
We will stop at Panathinaiko Stadium for a photo ( first Olympic
Games in 1896). Continuing, we will pass by Zappeion and
Temple of Olympian Zeus and drive past the University of
Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. See
the way the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church,
Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, Schliemann’s House
(Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament,
Constitution Square ,Russian Orthodox Church, and finally the
Acropolis.
Our experienced tour guide will next take you for a pleasant short walk
passing by the Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to reach and visit
the ACROPOLIS museum.
Enjoy some of the main attractions of the Acropolis museum such
as votives, statues from archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the
Parthenon hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will
impress you.
Its time now to visit a local restaurant under the slopes of the Acropolis
for your lunch. Taste the many delicacies from around the country.
After lunch depart for a wonderful drive along the scenic coastal road
which affords a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf, passing through some
of Athens most beautiful suburbs (Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) to CAPE
SOUNION. Cape Sounion is only 45 miles (70 kilometers) from Athens,
making it the perfect lazy afternoon tour destination.
The Cape’s Temple of Poseidon is perched on a rocky hilltop overlooking
the Aegean sea, with its magnificent and one of the most breathtaking
panoramic views in the world. You will have the chance to see the
extension of it all the way to Kea and the Peloponnese on a clear day.
Built in 44 B.C., the Temple of Poseidon is still standing there
impressively with many of its original Doric columns.
The Parliament House in Athens
The Caryatids in Acropolis
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SHARED
BUS TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Cape Sounion afternoon tour by bus
The bus tour to Cape Sounion takes place in the afternoon, so as to allow you to enjoy one of the
most spectacular sights in the world: a breathtaking view on the Aegean Sea.
Itinerary of the Cape Sounion bus tour (shared)
Athens, Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Palaia Fokaia, Lagonissi, Sounion
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CAPE SOUNION BUS TOUR
c A visit to the imposing Temple of Poseidon in Sounion
c The spectacular views over Cape Sounion
c The southern suburbs of Athens
c An English speaking professional guide
c A comfortable motor-coach for the tour, including entrance fees
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The Cape Sounion shared motor coach tour will start in
the afternoon and will drive you towards the southern
suburbs of Athens.
You will have the chance to see some of the most
renowned parts of the city, such as Alimos and
Glyfada and you will soon reach Vouliagmeni, one
of the most beautiful suburbs of Athens.
After Vouliagmeni, you will see Varkiza, Palaia Fokaia
and Lagonissi, while approaching Cape Sounion.
Sounion is located 65km away from Athens and is
definitely one of the most spectacular places to visit.
Its crowning feature is the Temple of Poseidon,
one of the best preserved most famous temples in the
Mediterranean.
What is most interesting about the Temple is its
location, since it stands above the Aegean Sea. It was
here that King Aegeas stood waiting to see the ship
bringing his son back. And it was here from where he
jumped to the waters that took his name, becoming the
most beloved sea in Greece, the Aegean Sea.
The rocks of Cape Sounion meet the waters of the
Aegean Sea in truly dramatic scenery, where you can
take lots of pictures.
You can enjoy the views to the Aegean, or have
a coffee or drink on the cliff, just outside the
archaeological site of Sounion.
Palaia Fokaia
The Caryatids in Acropolis
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SHARED
BUS TOURS
IN ATHENS
OVERVIEW
Athens-by-night shared tour with dinner
and folklore show in Plaka
The Athens by night with folklore show and dinner is a shared bus tour specifically designed for
those who wish to experience Athens by night and have an idea of how Greeks spend their days
and evenings in their city.
What you will see during this shared bus tour in the nights of Athens
Athens city center, the Acropolis, the Museum of Musical Instruments of Athens, Plaka.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS BY NIGHT
WITH FOLKLORE SHOW AND DINNER
c The city tour in the evening with the city lights all lit
c Athens by night
c Plaka and its lovely side streets
c Dinner in a Greek tavern in Plaka with a folklore dance show
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DESCRIPTION
Athens Tours Greece gives you the chance to experience
Athens in a unique way with this Athens by night with
folklore show and dinner shared coach tour.
Athens is one of the most vibrant and bustling cities in
the evening giving its visitors the chance to see another
part of its life and value.
The tour will start around 8pm, and will take you to the city
center where you can see the all lit downtown Athens, from
the high deck air-conditioned coach that provides you with an
experience you cannot have otherwise.
You will see the slopes of the Sacred Rock of the Acropolis,
with the Parthenon illuminated; this is a truly fascinating
spectacle you should not miss.
You will also see the city lights and the Athenians going out
for their evening walk or dinner.
Continuing the Athens-by-night tour, you will get to the
Museum of Musical Instruments, where you can see some of
the most ancient instruments in the world. It is a very intriguing
museum because it brings ancient sounds and melodies back to
life. The collection of the music instruments is impressive.
The tour will continue in Plaka, where you will enjoy a walking
tour through the narrow cobblestone streets of Plaka, the old
and charming quarter of Athens that will bring you to the Greek
tavern where you will enjoy Greek food and Greek music.
The dinner is followed by a typical Greek show with live
music and folk dances in traditional costumes; this is an absolute
must see when you are in Athens, if you want to feel like a true
Greek and have an authentic Greek experience in Athens.
Athens by night
Acropolis by night
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CITY
BREAKS
IN ATHENS
ATHENS CITY BREAKS
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ATHENS
CITY BREAKS
OVERVIEW
Itinerary of the private tour
The original Athens city break
Athens; Visit the most recognized city in the world. 3 days/2 nights. Here democracy was
born. The first constitution and lows in the world were written in Athens. Athens and the
Acropolis is the cradle of the western civilization. Walk the footsteps of Socrates, Plato, Pythagoras,
Isocrates Thucydides and so many others philosophers, artists and scientists here in
Athens. Enjoy the modern life of Greece.
The full-day tour includes a visit to the following sites in Athens:
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Propilea, Erechthion, Temple of Athens Niki, the Odeon, Theater, the Dionysus
Theater, Mars Hill / Areopagus), Temple of Zeus, Panathenean Stadium (first modern Olympic Games
in 1896), ex-Royal Palace, Change of the Guards Ceremonial, Greek Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier, Ancient Greek Agora, Roman Agora (Tower of the Winds), Hadrian library, Plaka (the old city of
Athens) with time for lunch and leisure, The Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum,
Lycabetus Hill with its breathtaking panoramic view of the city, Sightseeing from inside the vehicle
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ORIGINAL ATHENS CITY BREAK
c An 8 hours private sightseeing tour in Athens
c Visit the trademark of the city of Athens, the Acropolis of Athens with its Parthenon
c Visit the New Museum of the Acropolis
c Visit the picturesque neighborhood of Plaka and enjoy lunch in a Greek restaurant
c Highly recommended for cruise passengers visiting Athens for a whole day or for several hours
c Professional English speaking tour driver
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Itinerary of the private tour
The full-day tour includes a visit to the following sites in Athens:
• Adrian’s Arch (Athens Gate)
• Syndagma Square (Constitution square)
• National Garden
• Catholic Cathedral
• Academy of Arts
• University of Athens
• National Library
• The Kapnikarea Byzantine church
• Monastiraki (also known as the flee market)
• Theisio
• Central Orthodox Church
• Kolonaki, the prestige area of Athens
The Athens Acropolis
Description of the Athens city break
DESCRIPTION
Day 1:
Arrival at Athens International Airport.
Your private chauffeur will be there holding a
sign with your name on. Transfer to your hotel
in Athens. Time at leisure.
Day 2:
After breakfast start the Best Of Athens Full Day
Sightseeing Private Tour . To understand the future we
must first find the keys of the past. Join us to discover
the amazing!! Duration 8 hours.
New Museum of the Acropolis
Day 3:
Transfer to Athens International Airport
for your departure. End of our services.
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ATHENS
CITY BREAKS
OVERVIEW
Athens and the Saronic islands city break
Experience the cradle of the western civilization and the fascinating 3 islands of the Sardonic gulf.
4 days 3 nights. Athens; Reich in history, legends but modern and glamorous life too. Greece has
6.000 island and islets. In this Athens city break you will have the opportunity to visit 3 of the most
famous close to Athens. Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. Each one of them has its own beauty, history
and glamour.
Itinerary of the private tour and Athens one day cruise
The full-day tour and one day cruise includes a visit to the following sites in Athens:
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Propilea, Erechthion, Temple of Athens Niki, the Odeon, Theater, the Dionysus
Theater, Mars Hill / Areopagus), Temple of Zeus, Panathenean Stadium (first modern Olympic Games
in 1896), ex-Royal Palace, Change of the Guards Ceremonial, Greek Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier, Ancient Greek Agora, Roman Agora (Tower of the Winds), Hadrian library, Plaka (the old city of
Athens) with time for lunch & leisure, The Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum,
Lycabetus Hill with its breathtaking panoramic view of the city, Sightseeing from inside the vehicle, The
island of Hydra, Poros and Aegina
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ATHENS AND THE SARONIC ISLANDS CITY BREAK
c Eight hours private tour in Athens
c Visit the trademark of the city of Athens, the Acropolis of Athens with its Parthenon and museum.
c Visit the picturesque neighborhood of Plaka and enjoy lunch in a Greek restaurant
c The 3 fascinating Saronic islands. Hydra, Poros and Aegina.
c Professional English speaking tour driver
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Itinerary of the private tour and Athens one day cruise
Panoramic tour from inside the car
Adrian’s Arch (Athens Gate), Syndagma Square (Constitution
square), National Garden, Catholic Cathedral, Academy of Arts,
University of Athens, National Library, The Kapnikarea Byzantine
church, Monastiraki (also known as the flee market), Theisio,
Central Orthodox Church, Kolonaki, the prestige area of Athens
Spetses Island
Description of the Athens city break
Day 1:
Arrival at Athens Airport, meet with
our driver and transfer to your hotel
in Athens. Time at leisure.
DESCRIPTION
Day 3:
Day 2:
Meet after breakfast with your tour driver at the hotel
to experience the Best Of Athens Full Day Sightseeing
Private Tour . Afternoon at leisure. Duration 8 hours.
Pick up from your hotel in Athens at 07:00 AM
approx to start the fascinating Athens One Day
Cruise to the 3 islands Hydra, Poros, Aegina.
Return to your hotel at 19:30 approx.
Agistri Island
Day 4:
Pick up from your hotel in Athens for your
departure transfer to Athens International
Airport. End of our services.
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ATHENS
CITY BREAKS
OVERVIEW
This 4 days / 3 nights city break is specially designed for those how want to experience two of the most
famous and celebrated places of the ancient world. Athens, the cradle of the western civilization, the place
where democracy was born, as well as some of the most famous philosophers lived in Athens like Socrates,
Plato and so many others. Delphi; the most celebrated place of the ancient world. Here Socrates was declared
as the wisest of men. Alexander the great as invisible. Kings and generals traveled for months to visit the oracle.
Lets discover together why the strength of this two famous places lasted so long. How such a small country
gave us so much! Join us to discover how the past had such a great influence to our way of our living today!
Itinerary of the city break
The amazing Athens Greece city break
The Athens full-day tour and Delphi day tour includes a visit to the following sites in Athens:
The Acropolis (Parthenon, Propilea, Erechthion, Temple of Athens Niki, the Odeo, Delphi, Greece, Delphi, Greece, Theater,
the Dionysus Theater, Mars Hill / Areopagus, Temple of Zeus, Panathenean Stadium (first modern Olympic Games in
1896), ex-Royal Palace, Ancient Greek Agora, Roman Agora (Tower of the Winds), Hadrian library, Plaka (the old city of
Athens) with time for lunch and leisure, The Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum, Lycabetus Hill
with its breathtaking panoramic view of the city, the archaeological site of Delphi, the Delphic museum, the gymnasium
and the temple of Athens pronea.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE AMAZING ATHENS GREECE CITY BREAK
c An 8 hours private tour in Athens with its trademark of the city, the Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon
c A full day visit to legendary oracle, Delphi
c Visit the New Museum of the Acropolis
c Visit the picturesque neighborhood of Plaka and Delphi modern village to enjoy lunch
in a Greek restaurant
c Professional English speaking tour driver
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Itinerary of the city break
Panoramic tour from inside the car
Adrian’s Arch (Athens Gate), Syndagma Square (Constitution
square), National Garden, Catholic Cathedral, Academy of Arts,
University of Athens, National Library, The Kapnikarea Byzantine
church, Monastiraki (also known as the flee market), Theisio,
Central Orthodox Church, Kolonaki, the prestige area of Athens,
remarkable landscape to Delphi and Arachova the small graphical
village that chosen from celebrities for the snow ski (very close
to Parnasos snow ski resort).
Temple of Athena Nike
Description of the Athens city break
Day 1:
Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, you
will meet with our driver holding a sign with your
name on, for the transfer to your hotel in Athens.
Free time at leisure.
DESCRIPTION
Day 3:
Day 2:
Pick up at 08:30 AM from your hotel in Athens to enjoy the
Best Of Athens Full Day Sightseeing Private Tour . Explore the
future through the experiance of the past. Duration 8 hours.
Start at 08:00 AM from your hotel in Athens to visit
the most famous and celebrated place of the ancient
world. Delphi the center of the universe. Visit Delphi,
private full day tour to Delphi. Duration 8 hours approx.
Day 4:
Pick up from your hotel in Athens for your
departure transfer to Athens International
Airport. End of our services.
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MINIBUS
TOURS
IN ATHENS
MINIBUS TOURS IN ATHENS
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MINIBUS
TOURS
IN ATHENS
Minibus tours in Athens, Greece
Minibus tours in Athens take pride in providing you high quality
custom made tours to a wide array of archaeological sites,
thematic tours and visits to the most important highlights of your
desired destination in Greece.
The great advantage of mini bus tours is that they are designed
to satisfy your individual travel needs, with English speaking drivers
that will drive you safely all over the islands and the sites of interest.
Minibus tours are becoming a popular choice for groups and families
in Athens and Greece in general, because they are quite affordable,
and much more convenient for smaller and larger groups.
Dedicated private transfer minibus tours are staffed with professional
drivers, who are fluent in English and can provide you with
the best possible information for your trips.
Our fleet is comprised of brand new minibus vehicles and luxury
cars that can take you everywhere you want comfortably and in
style. The vehicles used for the private transfers and tours are
new, modern luxury models with complete comfort and safety
equipment.
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Minibus tours are ideal for small groups of 5-19 persons,
whether families or group of friends, who would otherwise require
two to five different private vehicles that would cost much
more instead. They are also much more affordable and convenient
compared to large buses.
Especially in Athens, renowned for its narrow streets and sharp
turns, minibuses have an obvious advantage: their flexibility
and freedom on the roads, which ensures that you will be able
to visit any place you want, and that you can park rather easily.
Minibus tours are also more convenient for people with reduced
mobility, or for those who wish to stop when they see something
interesting and fun.
Minibus tours also allow a feeling of companionship during
traveling and sightseeing; just think how pleasant it is when you
want to share your thoughts and ideas with your fellow travelers
and they are all traveling along with you, sharing their own
experiences and impressions from your trip. Minibus tours are
indeed considered to be both safe and fun, hence, are increasingly
gaining fans all over the world.
Especially in Athens, with the variety of sites and sights, minibus
tours are a very exciting way to travel, because they are
compact, convenient, safe, customizable and definitely cheaper
compared to private cars and large buses. In any case, when
traveling what you are looking for is safety and convenience:
minibus tours in Athens offer you both and ensure a hassle free
tour for you and your family and friends.
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HELICOPTER
DAY TOURS
IN ATHENS
MINIBUS TOURS IN ATHENS
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HELICOPTER
DAY TOURS
Tours from Athens
of our helicopter fleet are based in Athens International Airport ready for
3 you, whenever you decide you want a reliable and fast way to get to the
destination you desire. Choose the location and we will fly you there, wait for
you and fly you back to Athens.
SUGGESTED DAY TRIPS FROM ATHENS
Athens
E
xperience
Athens and its beauty from above, a truly splendid experience that will
remain indelible in your memory. You will have the chance to see the Parks, Archaeological
sites, the old city of Athens, the Acropolis and many more from a helicopter
with a stunning view. Different sightseeing packages are available for you in order to
enjoy a flight over one of the most historical cities in the world.
Athens – Meteora – Athens
A
day trip to Meteora will certainly remain indelible in your memory! The stunning natural
phenomenon of the Meteora rocks and the Byzantine Monasteries of Meteora,
heritage of UNESCO will astonish you. Meteora are about 4 hour drive from Athens but
with a Helicopter is approx 1 hour, in a reliable, fast and efficient way.
Athens – Ancient Olympia – Athens
Experience an one life experience by visiting the birthplace of the Olympic Games
in Ancient Olympia. Visit all the ancient mysteries and myths in Ancient Olympia
by an air transfer in the most fascinating way, fast and safe!
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Athens – Mykonos – Athens
O
ne
of the most popular islands in Greece, Mykonos with its infamous nightlife, beautiful
beaches and of course the elegant atmosphere.
If you are spending your holidays in Athens, we are able to fly you to Mykonos and spend
several hours there while the way back is only 40-50 minutes.

SUGGESTED DAY TRIPS FROM MYKONOS
Mykonos – Santorini – Mykonos
S
antorini
is one of the most popular destinations in the World. Experience the
famous sunset of Oia as well as a large number of attractions in this amazing
island. Only 40 minutes from Mykonos with one of our helicopters, don’t miss
this stunning experience.
Mykonos – Koufonisia – Mykonos
C
onsisted
by two islands, Koufonisia belong to thee complex of Small East Cyclades along
with the Keros island and several smaller islands surrounding the main island.
In spite of being a small island, Koufonisia have some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece.
You can visit Koufonisia only in 20 minutes from Mykonos with one of our helicopters.
Mykonos – Patmos – Mykonos
P
atmos
island aka “the Apocalypse island” is one of the most religious destination
because of the Cave of the Apocalypse and its monasteries.
Along with it though, combines a beautiful natural environment as well as a
number of capes, bays and inlets along with the crystal clear waters of the island.
You can visit Patmos within 35 minutes from Mykonos in an easy, fast and reliable
way with one of our helicopters.
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HELICOPTER
DAY TOURS
Tours from Athens
of our helicopter fleet are based in Athens International Airport ready for
3 you, whenever you decide you want a reliable and fast way to get to the
destination you desire. Choose the location and we will fly you there, wait for
you and fly you back to Athens.
Santorini – Mykonos – Santorini
O
ne
SUGGESTED DAY TRIPS FROM SANTORINI
of the most popular islands in Greece, Mykonos with its infamous
nightlife, beautiful beaches and of course the elegant atmosphere.
If you are spending your holidays in Santorini, we are able to fly you to
Mykonos within 35 minutes.
Santorini – Folegandros – Santorini
F
olegandros
is a destination of calm and serenity along with its endless blue of the
Aegean Sea which is visible from almost every part of the island due to its morphology.
In order to get to Folegandros you will need approx 20 minutes from Santorini
with one of our helicopters.
Santorini – Koufonisia – Santorini
Consisted by two islands, Koufonisia belong to thee complex of Small East Cyclades
along with the Keros island and several smaller islands surrounding the main island.
In spite of being a small island, Koufonisia have some of the most beautiful beaches
in Greece. You can visit Koufonisia only in 30 minutes from Santorini with one of our
helicopters.
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SIGHTSEEING FLIGHTS
Experience a 30 minute or an hour flight sightseeing tour with one of our helicopters.
You will have the chance to see some of the most famous islands of Cyclades from above in a unique flight. Enjoy the
breathtaking views along with the magnificent blue waters of the Aegean sea in most fascinating way!
SANTORINI
MYKONOS
Route 1
Mykonos – Dilos – Tinos – Syros
Fly above some of the most beautiful islands of the
Cyclades and discover unreachable places along with
the breathtaking views of the islands and the crystal
blue waters of Aegean. You will have the chance to
see 4 different islands in a 30 minute flight and to take
pictures to cherish for ever.
Duration – 30 minutes
Max. Passengers – 4
Route 2
Mykonos – Dilos – TInos – Syros – Naxos –
Paros – Antiparos
Fly threw 7 different islands and discover the beauty of
Cyclades from above in a splendid experience. In this 1
hour flight you will see all the different and magnificent
characteristics of the 7 islands in the most unique way.
Duration – 1 hour
Max. Passengers – 4
Route 1
Santorini sightseeing Tour
Have the chance to see the Caldera along with spectacular colorful
beaches of Santorini in a unique flight. Experience the stunning views of
the Caldera and the volcano from above in the most unconventional way.
Duration – 30 minutes
Max. Passengers – 2
Route 2
Santorini sightseeing Tour plus 30 minutes of your choice
Visit the major sights of Santorini from above with the Robinson 44 helicopter.
You will get the chance to see Megalochori, Nea Kameni, Caldera,
Thirasia and Oia in the most fascinating way from above. An experience
that will let you see the crystal blue waters, the famous vineyards of
Santorini, the colorful beaches of the island, the picturesque houses
painted in various colours , the blue domed churches and the incredible
view of the volcano.
An 1 hour flight that will remain indelible in your memory for ever..
Duration – 1 hour
Max. Passengers – 2
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Experience it!

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