Why choose this Athens tour ?
From pick up at your Hotel, Cruise ship or Athens residence sit back in comfort as our experienced professional tour driver takes you on a private tour of all the Athens Highlights including the Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum, Arch of Hadrian, Temple of Zeus, Olympic Stadium, Parliament & Changing of the Guards, so you won’t miss anything during your visit
Additional Booking options allow you to add either lunch (Gold package); or Lunch plus an Expert Private Guide for the Acropolis & New Acropolis Museum (Platinum package).
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What makes Essential Athens Highlights Half-Day Private Tour with Flexible Options a unique experience ?
Our day in Athens starts with the Acropolis, focus of life in Ancient Athens & surrounded by its amazing cyclopedian wall built by the Myceneans thousands of years ago. The Acropolis houses all of the Temples such as the Temple of Athena Nike, the huge gateway (Propylaea), the Erechtheum and of course the famous Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Considered to be the world’s oldest theatre and constructed in the 6th Century BC, this theater would have seen the very fist performances of ancient plays by Sophocles, Euripides, Aeschylus, and Aristophanes among others & was home to . an annual spring drama festival.
Located on the top of the Acropolis, the Temple of Athena Nike (or ‘Viktory’) is a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena and constructed around 420 BC, the temple is the earliest fully Ionic temple on the Acropolis.
An ancient Greek Ionic temple on the north side of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion is unique in its construction and was dedicated to the goddess Athena.
The Propylaia is the classical Greek Doric building complex that served as the ceremonial entrance to the Acropolis and through which you will enter.
An impressive & fully renovated Roman theater. Completed in AD 161 and dedicated to the wife of a rich benefactor, the Theater hosts a vibrant public program each Summer.
Considered widely as a masterpiece of science, engineering and culture, the Parthenon was dedicated to the goddess Athena and would have originally housed her impressive statue. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of classical Greek art, some of which can be seen in the nearby Museum.
Explore the New Acropolis Museum situated adjacent to the Acropolis which houses the many masterpieces from the site. If you prefer you can continue without entering also.
Formally built as a Royal Gardens for queen Amalia, the National Gardens are a beautiful oasis in the city running alongside some of Athens most prominent landmarks
Stop at Panepistimiou str, for the Athenian Trilogy – the three elegant buildings: The University, The Academy and The Library.
National Library of Greece
University of Athens
A short stop at the The Neoclassical Maximos Mansion, also called the Greek “White House”. Official residence of the Prime Minister of Greece since 1982
Colossal temple at the center of Athens dedicated to the God Zeus, head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC and the temple was home to a richly adorned statue, one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World.
Classic Triumphal Arch built by the Ancient Athenians for the Roman Emperor Hadrian & seen together with the Temple of Zeus in the same location
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- LUNCH OPTION: You may add this later on request or choose either Gold or Platinum Package during booking. Vegetarian dishes available. Please inform us of any allergies
- GUIDING/LICENSED GUIDES: Please note your knowledgeable tour driver can inform you en-route but can not enter Archaeological sites. You may add an expert guide for one or more sites on request, or choose our Platinum option that includes a guide.
- PICKUP FROM ATHENS AIRPORT & LOCATIONS OUTSIDE CENTRAL ATHENS: May require a supplement. Please inquire for details.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- SILVER PACKAGE
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Duration: 5 hours
TRAVEL IN LUXURY: Groups of 1-3: E-Class Mercedes Sedan; 4-7 Luxury Mercedes Minivan; 8-19 Mercedes Sprinter. Free Wifi / A/C / Bottled Water.
Pickup included - GOLD PACKAGE / INCLUDES LUNCH
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Duration: 7 hours
LUNCH: Traditional Greek cuisine in one of the best local restaurants. Vegetarian options are available (excludes alcoholic drinks).
TRAVEL IN LUXURY: New Luxury Class Mercedes: Groups of 1-3 E-Class Sedan; 4-7 Minivan; 8-19 Sprinter. Free WiFi / AC / Bottled Water.
Pickup included - PLATINUM / LUNCH & GUIDE
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EXPERT GUIDING: A Licensed Guide will join your group for private guiding of the Acropolis and New Acropolis Museum (3hrs duration).
Duration: 7 hours
LUNCH: Traditional Greek cuisine in one of the best local restaurants. Vegetarian options are available (excludes alcoholic drinks).
TRAVEL IN LUXURY: New Luxury Class Mercedes: Groups of 1-3 E-Class Sedan; 4-7 Minivan; 8-19 Sprinter. Free WiFi / AC / Bottled Water.
Pickup included - FAMILY DISCOUNT
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TRAVEL IN STYLE: Groups of 1-3: Superior Class Sedan; 4-7 Luxury Mercedes Minivan; 8-19 Mercedes Sprinter. Free Wifi / A/C / Bottled Water.
Duration: 5 hours
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Essential Athens Highlights Half-Day Private Tour with Flexible Options Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Groups of 8 or more persons: A Licensed Guide is included for the Acropolis
- SILVER PACKAGE (5hr): Superior Class Sedan, Minivan or Sprinter. Depending on group size
- PLATINUM PACKAGE (6hr): Luxury Mercedes. Lunch. Expert Guide for Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
- Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver
- All vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Chilled Bottled Water
- GOLD PACKAGE (6hr): Luxury Class Mercedes Vehicles. Traditional Greek Lunch
Not Included
- Food and drinks unless specified by tour package
- Entrance Fees
- Licensed guide for archaeological sites unless specified by tour package. Available on request
- Athens Airport transfers or pickup locations outside Athens: arranged on request with surcharge
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by WARMPENGUIN.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 6 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 14 Travelers is accepted for booking.
IMPORTANT – CONTACT DETAILS
• For all tour questions please email: reservations@warmpenguin.gr
• For telephone inquiries call: +30 6955297050
• Driver contact number for the day of the tour only: +30 6970026750
HOTEL PICK UP: We will meet you at your hotel reception area.
AIRBNB OR ATHENS ADDRESS: We will meet you outside the address at street level
CRUISE SHIP PICK UP: For Cruise ship pick up please provide the ship name; all passenger names; one passport number.
LUGGAGE & EXCESS LUGGAGE: Please advise us of any luggage so we may supply the appropriate vehicle. Please note we are not responsible for luggage safety.
PICKUP FROM ATHENS AIRPORT & LOCATIONS OUTSIDE CENTRAL ATHENS: May require a supplement. Please inquire for details.
