Private Tour

Athens Highlights Private Half-Day Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy the highlights of the cradle of Democracy in a 5-hour tour, ideal for history lovers and travelers with limited time.

Why Hellenic Private Tours?

Flexible tours and services tailored to your needs.

Professional, certified drivers fluent in English.

Well maintained, latest model Mercedes vehicles (sedans, minivans & minibuses), licensed and certified for tourist use by the state authorities.

Exceptional client feedback from around the world.

Dedicated customer service team available for prompt assistance.

Extensive network of licensed, experienced tour guides available upon request.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: Cruise ship's name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

Your English- speaking driver will explain about the ancient monuments that you are about to visit, the ancient history of Greece and interesting facts about historical and modern-day Greece but is not allowed by law to accompany you in the sites. If you wish to have a licensed tour guide to accompany you into the sites, we will help you arrange a licensed tour guide to be with you at an extra cost.

Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.

Infant car seats or boosters are available upon request

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Skip the line to purchase tickets

Private transportation

Bottled water

WiFi on board

Air-conditioned vehicle

Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)

Entrance Fees to the sites (Total Cost: 50 Euros per adult)

Lunch

Gratuities

Licensed tour guide upon request, depending on availability (Additional Cost 260 Euros)

Airport pickup and drop off (Additional cost)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Acropolis Of Athens

Greece’s most famous monument that houses the pride and crown jewel of Athens, the Parthenon. Dedicated to the city’s ancient patron, Athena – the Goddess of wisdom, the Parthenon is globally considered an enduring symbol of Democracy, Culture and Civilization. Housed on top and in the surroundings of the sacred rock are some of the most important sites of the capital’s ancient heritage, such as: Propylaea, the entrance to the rock. The Temple of Wingless Victory, which was devoted to Goddess Athena-Nike. Erechtheum, with the temple’s best-known feature being its south porch, whose roof, instead of being supported on columns, rested on the heads of six Korai statues – the famous Caryatides. The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a 5000-seat stone Roman theatre which was carved into the rock and is still used for music festivals The Theatre of Dionysus where the Athenians listened to the immortal works of Sophocles, Aeschylus, Euripides and Aristophanes.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Included

Temple of Olympian Zeus

We continue our tour by passing by the Temple of Olympian Zeus – King of the Greek Pantheon. The now half-ruined temple, which is also known as Olympieion, was at its peak consisted of 104 columns of 17 meters (56 ft) high and 2 m (6 ft 7 in) in diameter!

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Tour: 11-15 travelers

Private - Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 5 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes Minibus: 16 Passengers seater Fully air conditioned Smoke Free Free WiFi
Private Tour:11-15 travelers: Explore the highlights of Athens in a private tour by a Mercedes Minibus in style
Pickup included

Private Tour: 7-10 travelers

Private -Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 5 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes Minibus: 11 Passengers seater Fully air conditioned Smoke Free Free WiFi
Private Tour 7-10 people: Explore the highlights of Athens in a private tour by a Mercedes Minibus in style
Pickup included

Private Tour for 1-2 travelers

Private - Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 5 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes sedan or similar: 3-passenger seater , Fully air-conditioned, Smoke Free
Private Tour for 1-2 Travelers: Explore the highlights of Athens in a private tour in a luxurious Mercedes sedan or similar in style
Pickup included

Private Tour for 3-6 travelers

Private - Luxury - Stressfree
Duration: 5 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes minivan,Vito or Viano: 6-passenger seater- fully air conditioned - smoke free - free WiFi
Private Tour for 3-6 people: Explore the highlights of Athens in a private tour by a Mercedes Minivan in style
Pickup included

Reviews

4.97

265 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

260

Great private half day
Wayne G,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had an exceptional experience with Kyriakos as our tour guide in Athens. His deep knowledge of the city's history, culture, and hidden gems brought the tour to life. He was enthusiastic, engaging, ensuring we felt informed. His passion for Athens was contagious, We highly recommend Kyriakos to anyone wanting an authentic and memorable Athens experience. Thank you for an unforgettable tour!
Great way to see the top sights in comfort
Alison P,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Jimmy was extremely knowledgeable about Greek history And archeology. He gave Us a lot of information in a very interesting and entertaining way. He planned and modified our trip according to our needs and the heat. We had a great timr and saw all the sights we had hoped to in comfort. One of us has mobility limitations but Jimmy made it work for him to get to the sights.
Athens Tour
Megan P,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Driver and tour guide were fantastic. The tour guide made this experience so engaging for our kids. Highly recommend.
Great day in Athens!
Cindy C,
Jun 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Entire day with Jimmy was excellent! Communication with his company prior to the day was great and they secured the tickets for the acropolis in advance. Acropolis was hot but incredible so definitely do that in the morning depending on time of year. We saw so many sites and jimmy accommodated how we wanted to spend the day. He recommended an excellent place for lunch, provided frequent water for us and the van had AC which was a lifesaver!! Highly recommend jimmy and his company and will use them again!
Must do!
Katrina N,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Must do! If you plan on seeing anything in Athens you must invest in a driver. Trust me. I would never go back without contacting Jimmy. He is what made this trip possible.