Overview
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See Athens’ main attractions with your own private group on a full-day city tour. With a knowledgeable driver, you’ll visit the Acropolis of Athens and the Acropolis Museum to soak up the archaeological wonders of this ancient city, plus see an array of other landmarks like the National Archaeological Museum and the Plaka and Monastiraki districts. Pickup is available at hotels or the cruise port.
•Visit key sites from Greek antiquity including the Acropolis of Athens and the Temple of Olympian Zeus
•Admire neoclassical architecture at the National Library of Greece and the University of Athens
•Tour includes round-trip travel from your Athens hotel or the cruise port
•Special instructions:Kindly note that there is flexibility on the program. you can adjust the duration of your visit in each monument or you can skip something if you don’t like it and spend more time to one of the other attractions.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
What To Expect
Acropolis
Make a start in the morning with a visit of Greece’s most glorious ancient site, the Acropolis of Athens. Located in the middle of modern Athens, the ‘sacred rock’ proudly displays a set of marble monuments that express their outstanding universal value. With a history spanning 25 centuries, the Acropolis has been traditionally associated with the Golden Age of Athenian democracy, philosophy and architecture. Enjoy a well-paced guided tour to admire the most significant classical masterpieces of Greece. Walk uphill through the Propylaea grand marble entrance, as you contemplate in the hills of Philoppapus, Pnyx and Mars. Discover the astonishing construction of the Parthenon, the most splendid temple ever built by the Greeks, dedicated to goddess Athena. Admire the Erechtheion with its renowned Caryatids and the view of the temple of Athena Nike. Gaze at the infinite modern city from the hilltop, stretching between low mountains and the Aegean Sea. Explore all sides for panoramic views of the old town and its picturesque neoclassical buildings, as well as the ancient theater of Dionysus, the Roman temple of Zeus and the world-famous Herodeion theater.
Acropolis Museum
Continue on to the spectacular Acropolis museum, the most modern museum of Athens. Made of concrete, steel and glass, it houses a wide collection of original sculptures from the Acropolis and its slopes. The ground glass-made floor reveals to visitors the ruins of ancient buildings underneath, while it displays a pottery collection of high artistic value. The marble masterpieces that have been transferred here from the Acropolis for protection and preservation are waiting to be discovered in the first floor and the top Parthenon Gallery floor with its impressive view of the Acropolis hill, the Lycabettus hill and the rest of the city.
Options
Group up to 6 people
Mini Van Pickup included
Group up to 3 people
sedan car Pickup included
Group Up to 10 people
Mini bus Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Piraeus Port (Cruise terminal) Pick up & Drop off
Wi-fi on board
Baby seat or booster up on request without extra charge (compulsory to be requested in advance)
Luxury Vehicle
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel or Apartment Pick up & Drop off
Wet & dry tissues & Mineral water
English Speaking Driver (Not authorized to enter into the sites & museums as per the Greek Law) )
Entrance fees (museum and archaeological sites)
Food & drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)
Airport pick up & drop off (On request with additional cost)
Licensed Tour Guide for escorting you into the sights (on request with additional cost)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Athens!
Catherine M,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience. Our driver was George and he was very knowledgeable about all the destinations we visited and was happy to answer all our questions. One in our party has nut allergies and was unable to have a snack when everyone else did. George kindly offered him the nut free bagel he had earlier purchased for his wife. Such service.
Amazing experience!
Donatella B,Jan 2, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00For Christmas time George helped us to have an unforgettable day tour. We were a group of 6 people from Italy and he dedicated to us the Christmas Eve, 24th of December. We went to visit the 'The Temple of Poseidon' at Sounion which is like 1 hour and something from the old town. Before and after we made some stops and we also had a lunch in an amazing place in a village we passed through, fresh fish and wonderful view :) With George we arranged also the transfer from/to airport. I highly recommend him for a day tours and/or other services. Thank you very much George and see you soon!
Being a former English teacher, the...
Samuel B,Sep 14, 2016
- Review from Viator
5.00Being a former English teacher, the guide had impeccable English and was very knowledgeable about the sites. She met us at the port as requested and worked with us in planning our 8 hour tour. She knew several ways to get around the lines at the Acropolis and led us to an excellent Greek restaurant in the Plaka area. We saw all the sites that we had planned.
1 On the description it says bottle...
Li H,Sep 6, 2016
- Review from Viator
2.001 On the description it says bottle water is included, so we didn't prepare our own. However the driver didn't bring us any so we ended up buying 3 euro a bottle water.
2 The driver just dropped us off and didn't go with us for visits. We got lost couple of times while the time is very precious as a shore excursion from cruise.
It actually served just like a taxi.If you are traveling with a group of...
STEPHANIE T,Jun 22, 2016
- Review from Viator
5.00If you are traveling with a group of 10 or more this is perfect! They were waiting for our party of 14 right at the port with a sign with our name! Our driver and guide spoke very good English and explained all the historical points of the trip. We had ample time to get off at our leisure and take photos and explore. The motor coach was very comfortable and professional - HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Way better than a cruise ship excursion
CHchisago,Sep 10, 2015
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Six of us wanted a more personal tour of Athens than our cruise ship excursion list offered. Our driver George was at the pier and quickly gained our trust that he could provide us what we were looking for. The vehicle was exceptionally clean and air conditioned. He brought us to the major sites that we requested and patiently waited while we toured and had lunch. George provided water to us at no extra charge. I highly recommend Private Best Day Tours in Athens.
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