Private Tour

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Explore the timeless wonders of Athens and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history and culture as we journey through iconic landmarks. From the majestic Acropolis, where the Parthenon stands as a testament to ancient civilization, to the historic Plaka district with its charming streets and vibrant atmosphere, this tour encapsulates the essence of Athens. Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of the Erechtheion and delve into the heart of ancient Athens at the Agora, once the bustling marketplace and agora of Athenian democracy. With personalized attention from your expert guide, uncover hidden gems and fascinating anecdotes that bring each site to life.

• Take the hassle out of seeing Athens with the freedom of a private tour

• Get the personalized experience of a private tour

• Customize the itinerary to suit your interests and preferences

• Gain a thorough perspective of Athens' key landmarks

• Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned private car with WiFi available onboard

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Our drivers are not official tour guides, but they are knowledgeable and can provide fascinating commentary in fluent English. Although they will not enter the archaeological sites with you, they can answer all of your questions about the places you visit with this tour.

Third party activities and especially extreme sports are not allowed during the tour. This can be a cause for immediate cancellation of the tour.

Airport pick-up and drop-off upon request (Additional cost)

We can provide you with the skip-the-line tickets upon request or you can pre-purchase them by following the links on your ticket/ voucher. The availability is limited and the tickets must be pre-purchased timely.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Bottled water

WiFi on board

Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (Not licensed to accompany you in any site)

Air-conditioned vehicle

Athens hotel/ Piraeus port pickup and drop-off

Entrance tickets (available upon request or book on your own - links on the ticket/ voucher)

Licensed tour guide - upon request and depending on availability

Lunch

Gratuities

Acropolis (must be purchased in advance - limited availability)

Acropolis Museum (must be purchased in advance - limited availability)

Ancient Agora (can be purchased on-site)

Roman Agora (can be purchased on-site)

Olympieion (Temple of Zeus) (can be purchased on-site)

Archaeological Museum (can be purchased on-site)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

1

Athens

Pick up from your hotel, apartment, Airbnb in Athens or Piraeus port

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Acropolis

Walk on the land in which thousands of years ago some of the largest and most important parts of the global philosophy, politics, and science were born and flourished. Navigate ancient monuments of priceless cultural and historical value and experience in person the greatness and glamour of Greek ancient times. Starting off with the Acropolis, which in Greek translates to the edge of the city, the geographically and spiritually highest point according to ancient Greeks.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

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Duration: 5 hours
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Pickup included

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Duration: 4 hours
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Pickup included

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Duration: 5 hours
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Pickup included

Reviews

4.83

318 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Alex was an excellent...

    Yelena,

    Aug 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Alex was an excellent tour guide, explaining the beauty and historical meaning of Athens and the effect on Greece and the world very well. He was punctual and courteous and we would definitely recommend him to others.

  • Great day!

    Catherine L,

    Aug 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Spiros was amazing! Very knowledgeable about Greek history. He was an excellent guide, giving us ample time to see the sights.

  • Great tour of Athens

    Sebeen R,

    Aug 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had an amazing tour. Georgios was our tour guide and he was informative and fun and gave us time to enjoy the sites. He gave us helpful tips for the rest of our trip to Athens. He was punctual. He kept the kids engaged as well. Would totally recommend.

  • Highly recommended tour

    Wendy,

    Aug 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Tour guide is on time, communication well, friendly, knowledgeable and humorous. Highly recommended tour.

  • Excellent tour driver and tour!

    Teri R,

    Aug 8, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Alex was a WONDERFUL tour guide! He arrived promptly, was friendly and professional. He was an excellent driver and was courteous to other drivers even though some other local drivers were not so courteous! Alex is a history buff and enjoyed sharing his knowledge with us which we thoroughly enjoyed. It was great learning the history of the area as well as all the sites we visited. We HIGHLY recommend Alex as your tour guide!

From EUR 110

4.83
318 reviews