Exclusive to your group alone, this private tour combines 3 of the most popular tours; a tour of all main Athens highlights & old town; an after lunch coastal road trip to sounion & the landmark clifftop Temple of Poseidon; and on Day 2, an unforgettable visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site at Delphi and its museum. All are brought to life along the way by your knowledgeable & considerate English-speaking guide.
Sit back in full leather comfort in one of our new Black Mercedes E-Class, AudiA6 or Mercedes Minibus models with WiFi. A great option for families, small groups, and experienced travelers with flexibility to go at your own pace.
To make things hassle free you can also choose the lunch option to include a delicious 3-Course traditional meal
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ WIFI, A/C, & bottled water available in vehicles during travel
✔ Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day
✔ Groups of 1 to 3: Mercedes EClass or AudiA6; 4 to 7 with Mercedes Minivan; 8 to 14 Mercedes Sprinter
✔ Two Full Day Private Tours
✔ Athens Hotel, Residence or Cruise ship pickup & return
✖ Hotel accommodation
✖ Entrance fees.
✖ Lunch & Drinks unless specified
✖ Gratuities
✖ Licensed guide for guiding in archaeological sites. Available on request
✖ Pickup from Airport or locations outside Athens. On request with a supplement payable on the day
Pickup Locations
1. Foivos Hotel Athens
2. Alter Athens Hotel
3. Zenith Hotel
4. Athens City Plaza
5. Wyndham Athens Residence
6. Apollo Hotel
7. Titania Hotel
8. Athens Zafolia Hotel
9. Philippos Hotel
10. The Editor Athens Hotel
11. Anixis
12. Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre, an IHG hotel
13. Novotel Athenes
14. Hotel Tier Collection
15. Hotel Bryon
16. Bob W. Eolou Athens
17. Ambrosia Suites
18. Exarchion Hotel
19. Hotel Carolina
20. Brazil Hotel
Additional Info: o Pick up time flexible on request
o Airport pickup and/or return is free if the arrival/departure dates coincide with your tour
o For Airbnb's please provide the exact address
o If you have luggage please provide details of quantity so we may provide the appropriate vehicle. A supplement may apply for a larger vehicle.
o Pick up from Thessaloniki & other areas of Greece possible. A supplement may apply
Itinerary
Athens Highlights & Cape Sounion
1
Acropolis
Visit the Acropolis & its associated temples including the Parthenon, Temple of Nike and Temple of Erechtheion. Stop at Herodes Atticus Theatre.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Acropolis Museum
Explore the New Acropolis Museum situated adjacent to the Acropolis which houses the many masterpieces from the site.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Syntagma
Main square of Athens housing the Parliament building & focus of much of Athenian life & Politics.
Duration: 15 minutes
4
Tomba Del Milite Ignoto
At the tomb you will see the impressive changing of the guard’s ceremony, with the iconic 'Evzone' guards in their traditional uniform.
5
The Academy of Athens
Stop at Panepistimiou str, for the Athenian Trilogy – the three elegant buildings: The University, The Academy and The Library.
Duration: 20 hours
6
Maximos Mansion
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
Duration: 20 minutes
7
Panathenaic Stadium
Also called 'Kallimarmaro' stadium is one of the highlights of Athens where the classic Marathon ends & the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble
Duration: 30 minutes
8
Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio
Colossal temple at the center of Athens dedicated to the God Zeus and once home to one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World
Duration: 20 minutes
9
Arco Di Adriano
Classic Triumphal Arch built by the Ancient Athenians for the Roman Emperor Hadrian & seen together with the Temple of Zeus in the same location
Duration: 20 minutes
10
Temple of Poseidon
Located 70 meters on a clifftop at the tip of the Athens Peninsula this amazing temple was dedicated to the God Poseidon. It was the last thing Ancient sailors saw on leaving port & the first site on return with many legends to tell. It is especially beautiful at sunset & a perfect final location for your tour
Duration: 60 minutes
Discover Delphi
1
Monastery of Hosios Loukas
One of the most important and well preserved Byzantine Monasteries set in beautiful countryside & which is UNESCO listed. Explore its 1100 year old Achitecture along with its unique & impressive fresco's
Duration: 1.5 hours
2
Arachova
Lunch Stop. Spend time enjoying the local craft shops & wonderful views over lunch
Duration: 1.5 hours
3
Delphi
You will have time to visit the Archaeological site of Delphi & its on-site Museum housing some of the masterpieces which have been uncovered at the site such as the Naxos Sphinx, Bronze Charioteer & twin kouroi statues, famous in Greek Mythology.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• FAMILY FRIENDLY. For family groups our tours arre specially tuned for the needs of young group members, with more Mythological commentary & a book presentation to keep
• LUNCH OPTION: a lunch option is available & includes your choice from a traditional menu each day.
• GUIDING/LICENCED GUIDES: Please note your knowledgeable tour driver can inform you en-route but can not enter Archaeological sites. We provide Expert Licenced Guides at extra cost on request. Please email the address listed in this case and we will confirm accordingly
• LUNCH OPTION: If choosing this option, please inform us of any allergies or related conditions
