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Experience the essential things to do in Athens aboard a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. You'll see all the historical and modern sights of Athens in a comfortable and secure environment, with full commentary provided. Stop at all the major attractions dating from both ancient times and the present day, including the Acropolis, Parthenon, New Acropolis Museum, National Archeological Museum and the Plaka!
Duration: 90 minutes
No matter what cruise ship you arrive on, this is the perfect do-it-yourself shore excursion in Athens. Experience the essential things to do in Athens aboard a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. You'll see all the historical and modern sights of Athens in a comfortable and secure environment, with full commentary provided. Stop at all the major attractions dating from both ancient times and the present day, including the Acropolis, Parthenon, New Acropolis Museum, National Archeological Museum and the Plaka!
Duration: Varies
Travel from Athens International Airport to your Athens city or coastal Hotel or Piraeus Port with a private transfer. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Duration: 45-50 minutes
Skip the line and take a walk through history on a guided tour of Athens' New Acropolis Museum. See the treasures of the ancient Athens Acropolis - the fortified natural defense which towers over the city of Athens and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Duration: 2 hours
Travel from your Athens city or coastal Hotel or Piraeus Port to Athens International Airport. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Duration: 45-50 minutes
For a hassle free cruise-transfer, arrange a private driver from central Athens to Piraeus Port. Transfer services are available 7 days a week. When making a booking, you will need to advise your cruise details and your Athens tour details (if applicable).
Duration: 30 Minutes
For a hassle-free cruise transfer, arrange a private driver from Piraeus Port to central Athens. Transfer services are available 7 days a week. When making a booking, you will need to advise your cruise details and your Athens tour details (if applicable).
Duration: 45 minutes
Ride through Athens on a 3-hour bike tour and see both modern and ancient sights while following an expert local guide around town! After leaving the lower slopes of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens, stop for photos at the Rock of Ares and then ride to Plaka (Athens’ Old Town) to enjoy a selection of typical Greek pastries inside a century-old pastry shop. Visit off-the-beaten-path sites like Keramikos Cemetery as well as top Athens attractions such as Syntagma Square, Panathinaikos Stadium and more! Special Offer - Book online and save up to 15% on the local price. - Book Now!
Numbers are limited to six on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll see the best of Athens with personalized attention from your guide.
Duration: 3 hours
One for all you History buffs - discover Athens' Ancient history on this fascinating city walking tour with your local guide. Venture inside the ancient Acropolis and admire just how this ancient monument towers above the city below. You'll also see such sites as the House of Parliament and the Plaka as you soak up the local scene.
Duration: 3 hours
Cycle from city to coast on this 4-hour Athens bike tour! Led by an expert local guide, your leisurely paced tour takes in all the sights of Athens on your way to the Aegean Sea. Ride through the vibrant neighborhoods of Thission and Petralona; head inside the Averof Ship Museum to learn about the country’s naval heritage; and then stop for drinks at chic Faliro Marina, where all the well-heeled Athenians hang out. Relax in a beach-side taverna in Palaio Faliro and then bask on the beach – just remember to bring your bathing suit!
Numbers are limited to eight on this small-group bike tour, ensuing you'll enjoy personalized attention from your guide.
Duration: 4 hours
Take your own postcard-perfect snaps of Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon on a scenic afternoon trip from Athens. Cape Sounion is only 45 miles (70 kilometers) from Athens, making it the perfect lazy afternoon destination.
Duration: 4 hours
Walk along the historic streets of Athens while indulging in traditional Greek cuisine. This tour allows you to savor a wide variety of local delicacies, ranging from the mouthwatering, syrupy 'loukoumades' to traditional 'bougatsa,' 'pastourma,' rusks and olives. You’ll also discover Greek herbs and spices at the Varvakeios food market. Numbers are limited to 12 people on this small-group walking tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.
Duration: 3 hours
Escape the buzz of downtown Athens and head to its peaceful hills for a 4-hour leisurely paced walking tour, finishing with a Greek picnic and glass of sparkling wine! Your expert local guide will introduce you to the gentle hills around Athens’ Acropolis, chatting about the area’s ancient history as you go. Discover the charms of Plaka (Athens’ Old Town), Anafiotika with its pretty Greek island-style houses and three of the city’s famous hills: Philopappou and Mars Hill.
Duration: 4 hours
Combine the sights of modern Athens with sites of historical importance on this comprehensive 5-hour sightseeing tour by luxury coach. With an expert guide on hand to explain all the top Athens attractions, your tour passes Constitution Square and Panathenian Stadium -- home of the first modern Olympic Games. Explore the incredible Acropolis of Athens on foot, seeing famous monuments like the Pantheon. If you’re eager to see more, upgrade to include an entrance ticket to Athens Acropolis Museum.
Special Offer - Book and travel before June 30, 2013, and save 10% on the retail recommended price. - Book Now!
Duration: 5 hours
During your time in port in Athens, wander through its historic streets while indulging in traditional Greek cuisine. This food walking tour allows you to savor a wide variety of local delicacies, ranging from the mouthwatering, syrupy 'loukoumades' to traditional 'bougatsa,' 'pastourma,' rusks and olives. You’ll also discover Greek herbs and spices at the Varvakeios food market. Numbers are limited to 12 people on this small-group shore excursion, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.
Duration: 4 hours
Got the morning free in Athens? Then why not take a relaxing tour to ancient Corinth? You'll tour Corinth's fascinating archaeological site and have breathtaking views of Corinth Canal and the Saronic Gulf.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
Taste the local flavors of Greece during this 3-hour small-group cooking class in Athens! Taking place at the endearing Klimataria Tavern, your cooking class is run by its owner, Maria, who is famous throughout Athens for her traditional family Greek cooking. Under her watchful eye, prepare an authentic Greek feast and then sit down with fellow food-lovers in your group to eat!
This small-group cooking class is limited to 12 people, ensuring you'll learn all about Greek cooking in an intimate atmosphere.
Duration: 3 hours
The moment your cruise ship arrives in port in Athens, your shore excursion to the Acropolis begins. Discover Athens' ancient history on this fascinating city walking tour with a local guide. Venture inside the Acropolis, see the Parthenon and admire how this ancient monument towers above the city. As you soak up the local scene, you'll also see such sites as the House of Parliament and the Plaka neighborhood.
Duration: 4 hours
Discover the Acropolis of Athens by Segway on this 2.5-hour tour, led by a local guide! On your self-balancing electric Segway, glide through the neighborhoods that line the slopes of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis, such as Plaka (Athens’ Old Town) and Thiseio. Explore the Ancient Agora of Athens and stop at monuments like the Temple of Hephaestous, all while hearing tales about Classical Greece from your guide.
This small-group Segway tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring you’ll receive special attention from your guide.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
See the sights of modern and ancient Athens on a 2.5-hour Segway tour, led by a local guide! On your self-balancing electric Segway, glide through the city streets, stopping by famous monuments to hear tales about this charismatic city. Admire sights of the Acropolis of Athens, visit Zappeion Garden, and then see top Athens' attractions like Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Zeus, Panathinaikos Stadium and more!
This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring you’ll receive special attention from your guide.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Fuel your appetite with a night-time tour of Athens and the Museum of Ancient Greek Musical Instruments, before relaxing with a Greek dinner show. Taking place at a typical taverna in the renowned Plaka district, it's the perfect way to finish your night out in Athens!
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Experience the best Athens has to offer on this three-hour private walking tour. From the famous pom pom wearing Presidential guards at the House of Parliament to the site of the first Modern Olympic Games to the atmospheric paved streets of the Plaka.
Duration: 3 hours
Visit Greece's finest private museum on this 3-hour private walking tour from Athens. The museum contains the vast collection of Antonis Benakis, accumulated during 35 years of avid collecting in Europe and Asia.
Duration: 3 hours
Visit one of the world's great museums, the National Archaeological Museum of Athens on this three-hour private walking tour. The museum houses the most important finds from Greece's archaeological sights. You will also pass many historical sites of Athens including the House of Parliament with the world famous Evzones.
Duration: 3 hours
Wander through the markets in the Monstiraki area, see classical Roman and Ottoman monuments of the city including the Ancient Agora and soak up the atmosphere in the Plaka's narrow paved streets that pass many of the city's Ancient sites on this three-hour private walking tour of Athens.
Duration: 3 hours
Discover Athen's Ancient history on this fascinating three-hour Private walking tour. No trip to Athens is complete without a visit to the ancient Acropolis. See this monumental structure that towers above the city below. You will also see such sites as the House of Parliament and the Plaka.
Duration: 3 hours
See the best of Athens and its surrounding highlights on this sightseeing super saver that combines two best-selling tours at a saving of 10%! Begin with a leisurely paced walking tour to see top Athens attractions, like Syntagma Square and the historic neighborhood of Plaka, on your way to the Acropolis. Tour this incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site and its ruins with your guide, and then travel to picturesque Cape Sounion in the afternoon to see the Temple of Poseidon.
Special Offer - Book this Athens Super Saver and save up to 10% compared to booking the trips separately. - Book Now!
Duration: 9 hours
Explore Athens, the cradle of civilization, on a half-day shore excursion from Piraeus Port. With an expert private guide at your side, walk up the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens (entrance own expense), seeing beguiling structures like the Parthenon. On a tour around town by minivan, see top Athens attractions such as Hadrian’s Arch and Syntagma Square – the focal point of the city.
Duration: 4 hours
Sail through the stunning Aegean Sea on a 3-hour round-trip tour from Athens to the beautiful island of Fleves. While your captain sails the boat, sit back and relax with a drink, admiring the dazzling sea views. On the island you can choose to head out on a snorkeling tour with your guide, or simply soak up the sun on the beach or swim in the clear waters. Quality snorkeling equipment, floats and inflatable beach toys are all provided!
Duration: 3 hours
On this Athens Photography Walking Tour you will follow the footsteps of everyday people and their cultures through the centuries. Stroll by small white-washed houses built amidst the rocks beneath the gaze of the Acropolis. The narrow meandering steep streets and steps, stone walls and gardens filled with flowers give the impression of being on a Greek island.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Starting at the pedestrian area of Apostolou Pavlou street, which unites the major archaeological sites of Athens, you will follow in the steps of Hadrian to see where he attended the inauguration of the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Wind your way past Roman ruins, mosques, temples and the homes of the Greek Gods of Olympus as en route you see the 3000 year old Theatres which premiered the plays of Sophocles and Euripides and that are still in use today.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Combine traditional Greek wine with a little history of Ancient Greece on this day trip from Athens to a Greek vineyard and a visit to Ancient Corinth.
Duration: 7 hours
See the highlights of Athens by night on this evening Segway tour, led by an expert local guide! On your self-balancing electric Segway, explore buzzing neighborhoods like Plaka and Thiseio, and then head up the brightly lit Acropolis of Athens for panoramic nighttime views of the city. See Classical ruins like the Ancient Agora of Athens and then head back into the city center to see more illuminated attractions such as the iconic Temple of Zeus.
This small-group evening Segway tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring you’ll receive special attention from your guide.
Duration: 3 hours
Just when your cruise ship has docked in port of Athens you will be ready for your private shore excursion. Discover Athens' Ancient history on this fascinating private walking tour with your local guide. Venture inside the ancient Acropolis and admire just how this ancient monument towers above the city below. You'll also see such sites as the House of Parliament and the Plaka as you soak up the local scene.
Duration: 4 hours
Visit Delphi – one of the most important archeological sites in Greek history – on this full-day trip from Athens! Traveling with an expert guide, you’ll explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town, home to the Temple of Apollo, and stroll around Delphi Archeological Museum. Learn all about Greek mythology and history while seeing fascinating monuments, and visit the pretty town of Levadia on the journey back to Athens.
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Duration: 10 hours
Explore the remains of the ancient city of Mycenae a major centre of Greek civilization from 1600BC to 1100BC and visit the small village of Epidaurus famous in ancient times for being a place of healing.
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Duration: 10 hours
Discover two beautiful, fascinating Ancient Greece locations with this Athens Super Saver. With your guide, explore Athens and visit breathtaking monuments like the Acropolis and the Parthenon. See Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games was held in 1896, and discover fascinating archeological findings at the Acropolis Museum. In the afternoon, take a scenic trip to Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon, a white beacon gleaming atop a cliff overlooking the Agean Sea.
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Duration: 1 day
Visit three gorgeous Greek Islands in one day on an island-hopping cruise from Athens! Visiting the Saronic Islands of Hydra, Poros and Egina, this independent sightseeing tour includes a delicious Greek lunch and hydrofoil boat transfers. Sightsee, shop, swim or join exciting excursions, like a trip to the Temple of Aphaia (own expense), on this must-do day trip from Athens.
Duration: 11 hours
Combine city sights, Greek history and sublime coastal scenery on this full-day Athens shore excursion led by a private guide. After your cruise ship docks at Piraeus Port, set off by luxury minivan on a city sightseeing tour, seeing top Athens attractions like the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Syntagma Square. While hearing Ancient Greek history from your guide, travel to Cape Sounion on the southernmost tip of the Attic Peninsula to see the Temple of Poseidon.
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
Explore one of the most famous sites of classical Greece in depth on an overnight trip to magical Delphi. Famous for its theater, Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins, Delphi was at the heart of the classical Greek world, and considered the center of the earth and the universe.
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Duration: 2 days
With this Athens Super Saver, combine two best-selling tours for a two-day immersion in Athens and Delphi. See top sights on a half-day tour of Athens, from the Acropolis to Omonia Square. Then take a full-day trip to explore the historic sites of classical Greece at Delphi, considered the center of the earth and the universe in ancient times. Each tour takes place on a separate day, and it’s your choice whether you do the Athens half-day tour on Day 1 and visit Delphi on Day 2, or vice versa. Plus, receive a discount by booking these two tours together!
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Duration: 2 days
Explore Athens and the ancient sites of Mycenae and Epidaurus on this Super Saver that combines two best-selling tours over two days! See the sights of Athens on a half-day tour, from the changing of the guard at Constitution Square to the hilltop Parthenon. Then take a full-day trip to Mycenae and Epidaurus, two ancient sites of classical Greece on the beautiful Saronic Gulf coast. Each tour takes place on a separate day, and it’s your choice whether you do the Athens half-day tour on Day 1 and visit Mycenae and Epidaurus on Day 2, or vice versa.
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Duration: 2 days
Don't miss the chance to see the amazing cliff-top monasteries of Meteora. This two-day tour takes you across the scenic Plain of Thessaly to Kalambaka and one of the most important groups of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece. The monasteries are perched on top of towers of sandstone, which for centuries provided totally inaccessible retreats for the monks.
Special Offer - Book and travel by June 30, 2013 and you will enjoy 4 Star Accommodation for the price of 3 Star Accommodation. - Book Now!
Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Combine three best-selling tours for a two-day immersion in Athens, Cape Sounion, Mycenae and Epidaurus. Perfect for those who already have overnight accommodation, this guided tour takes you to Greece’s best-preserved ruins and scenic locations. On one day, see Athens’ Acropolis and Parthenon and then venture to Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon, a gleaming cliff-top beacon overlooking the Aegean Sea. The other day, explore ancient remains in the city of Mycenae and visit the small village of Epidaurus, home to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sanctuary of Asklepios and Ancient Amphitheatre of Epidaurus.
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Duration: 2 days
With this Athens Super Saver, combine three best-selling tours for a two-day immersion in Athens, Cape Sounion and Delphi. Perfect for those who already have overnight accommodation, this guided tour lets you see some of Greece’s best-preserved ruins and scenic locations. On one day, see Athens’ Acropolis and Parthenon and then venture to Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon, a white beacon gleaming atop a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea. The other day, journey back to classical Greece with a day trip to Delphi, the site of the most important oracle in the classical Greek world.
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Duration: 2 days
Kick back and relax by the beach or live it up in one of the many nightclubs Mykonos is famous for on this two day island escape from Athens.
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Hop between three stunning Greek islands on a day of luxurious cruising! Leaving from Piraeus Port in Athens, you’ll travel aboard the impressive high-speed ‘Aegean Glory’ boat to the Saronic Gulf Islands of Hydra, Poros and Egina. Spend time at leisure on Poros and Hydra, and then enjoy an excursion to either the Temple of Aphaia or Church of Agios Nektario on Egina. Between island visits, make use of the vessel’s lavish onboard facilities including a saltwater swimming pool and luxurious sun loungers, plus enjoy a gourmet à la carte lunch!
Duration: 12 hours
If you only visit one of the Greek islands, it's got to be Santorini! This former volcanic island has breathtaking views from the caldera whilst also boasting red, white and black beaches. Spend the night on the island and admire the sites at your leisure before returning to Athens.
Duration: 2 days
Visit the three most important archaeological sites from the Classical Greece period on this 3-day tour of Greece from Athens! Traveling with a knowledgeable local guide, passionate about Greek history, your tour includes excursions to Epidaurus, Olympia and Delphi, with overnight accommodation in your choice of 3- or 4-star hotels. See UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments, like the Sanctuary of Asklepios, and explore the incredible Delphi Archaeological Museum.
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Duration: 3 days
From the classic Temple of Apollo at Delphi to the famous rock-tower monasteries of Meteora - you'll visit some of the most iconic sites in Greece on this three-day tour from Athens.
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Duration: 3 days
Spetses, the Diamond of the Saronic Gulf has a rich history and an air of grandeur from days gone by. Explore the old harbour and the islands many beaches at your leisure on this four day tour from Athens.
Duration: 4 Days
Step back in time on this 4-day Classical Greece tour from Athens, seeing all the top attractions that date back to this fascinating era. With overnight accommodation included and an expert guide to accompany you, the tour highlights the country’s most intriguing archeological sites – four of which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi, and visit 11th-century monasteries perched on the rock towers of Meteora.
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Duration: 4 days
Santorini, also known as the 'Black Pearl of the Aegean' is by far the most spectacular of the Greek Islands. Around 1500 BC a volcanic eruption caused the central part of the island to sink into the sea, leaving a crescent shaped rim of cliffs around the harbor formed in the volcano's Caldera. Enjoy an unforgettable four-day tour exploring Santorini's volcano and the surrounding black, red and white beaches at at your leisure.
Duration: 4 days
Enjoy all Mykonos has to offer, from beautiful sandy beaches to archaeological wonders to the extravagant nightlife!
Duration: 4 days
Go island hopping in Greece on an unforgettable 5-day tour from Athens, taking in the islands of Syros, Mykonos and Santorini. In between ferry cruises from one island to the next, enjoy free time to soak up the islands’ seductive scenery: lazing on beaches, exploring whitewashed towns and basking under the blazing sun – sunglasses are a necessity in this part of Greece, not just a fashion statement! Enjoy 3- or 5-star hotel accommodation on the islands, with overnight stays in Syros and Mykonos, followed by two nights in romantic Santorini.
Duration: 5 days
Take a five-day tour to the northern region of Greece to explore stunning Delphi, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Meteora, Thessaloniki's Archaeological Museum, Alexander the Great's capital of Pella and the Macedonian tombs of Lefkadia.
Duration: 5 days
Take a seven-day tour of the essential sites of classical Greece: Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, Thessaloniki and Lefkadia. You'll visit famous archaeological sites and museums, and experience the glory that was classical Greece.
Duration: 7 days
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