Why choose this Athens tour ?
Stuck in Athens airport between flights? Grab the opportunity and make the most out of your layover by discovering the best this city has to offer! At a desired time, an experienced English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from the airport in a private vehicle and he will treat you with a bottle of water. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective.
The sightseeing ride is totally private and personalised, meaning that, together with your driver, you can choose which of the suggested stops you wish to make and the time to allocate to each one. There is always a suggested itinerary to follow but you are free to customise it according to your preferences.
Make the most of your Athens adventure
What makes Private Layover Athens Sightseeing Tour from the Airport or Port a unique experience ?
This prominent limestone peak features a cable car, open-air concert venue & panoramic views of Athens.
Propylaia, one of the most emblematic landmarks of the capital city of the Greek state,
The Presidential Mansion is the place to be to see a Changing the Guard ceremony in Athens.
Wander around Dionysiou Areopagitou street where the Acropolis Museum is located. The most historical street in Athens on the foot of the Acropolis Hill. You have the option to explore the infamous Parthenon, Propylaia, the Erechtheion and the Temple of Athena Nike.
The Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & live music concerts.
Plaka with its labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around of the Acropolis. Your driver will show you all its hidden gems!
The Hellenic Parliament is located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Constitution Square in Athens.
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is a complex in the bay of Faliro which includes the Greek National Opera, as well as 210,000 m² park.
Taste traditional Greek products and Wines at the Greek Gastronomy Center in the heart of Athens.
Tour Description & 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our operators are not official tour guides but English-speaking professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you into the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Private Layover Athens Sightseeing Tour from the Airport or Port Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Fuel and Tolls
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
- 1-Hour complimentary waiting time
- Bottles of Water
- Port/Airport Pickup & Dropoff
- Yoleni’s Gastronomic Experience
Not Included
- Entrance fees for all attractions
- Beverages and meals
- Tips and gratuities
- Official Tour Guide – Our drivers are English Speaking and very knowledgable of the places visited
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Welcome Pickups.
- 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 4.5 Stars based on 31 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
If your pickup point is the Airport or Port you have to contact us at least 24 hours before the operation date to declare the number of luggage and your flight details at orders@welcomepickups.com.