VIP Tour of Athens and the Acropolis

Step back in time with this immersive walking tour of Athens, featuring the ancient Acropolis.

This cultural walking tour of Athens takes you to the city’s many famous attractions, all with a private guide by your side to explain the city’s intriguing history and most important monuments.

As a part of this luxury tour you will see one of Athens’ most historic neighborhoods with a visit to Plaka, which is around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis. You will also stop at Syntagma Square, the city’s central square where our guide will point out the intriguing architecture and tell you about this square’s significance to the history of Athens. You will also have the chance to see the Arch of Hadrian, which is a monumental gateway that dates back to ancient times, and, as a particularly special highlight of this luxury tour, you will also see the Temple of Zeus, which was built in the second quarter of the 5th century BC and is a sublime example of Greek Doric temples.

This tour includes: Private guide – Acropolis entry tickets – Lunch

About Athens

Athens is the capital of Greece and was once the heart of Ancient Greece. To this day, the cityscape is dominated by 5th century BC landmarks and a visit to Athens is like taking a step back to ancient times. One of the most iconic attractions in Athens is the Acropolis, which is a hill-top citadel boasting numerous ancient buildings and temples, including the Parthenon and the Temple of Zeus.

If you want to delve more into Athens’ past, visit the Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum, which have many sculptures, vases and jewelry from Ancient Greece.

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Meeting point in Athens
Departure Time

Morning
Return Time

Start+8hrs
Dress Code

Casual, comfortable outdoors clothing, hat and light jacket.
Included

Entry tickets

Local restaurant lunch

Private local guide
Not Included

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E-Bike rental

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Local guide

Lunch

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Optional hotel pick-up

Private pick-up/drop-off transfers

Private tour guide

Skip-the-line entry tickets

Tastings

Transport throughout the experience

Departure

Your driver-guide will greet you at your hotel in Athens. This tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

Acropolis

This full-day tour begins with Acropolis. Entry tickets are included in the tour price, allowing you to immediately enter the ancient site and enjoy the history.

As a part of the tour, your guide will show you the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the monumental gateway (Propylaea) and the Erechtheion.

You will also enjoy a visit to the famous Parthenon, which is the main temple and a truly sacred site.

The tour moves on to the Temple of Zeus, which is a large temple devoted to the King of the Gods. It can be reached by Hadrian's Arch, and you will have plenty of time to admire the site before moving on to Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

Historic Athens

It is now time to explore the historic center of Athens, beginning with a drive up Lycabettus Hill, where you will be treated to a panoramic view. The tour continues with the Ancient Agora of Athens, where you can see the wonderfully preserved Temple of Hephaestus. You will then see the Hellenic Parliament, which is located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square. You will then have the chance to see the Academy of Athens, Athens University and the National Library of Greece. These three neoclassical buildings make up the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, and are a must-see on your vacation.

Lunch

After building a healthy appetite, you will stop for lunch in a traditional Greek restaurant.

Acropolis Museum OR National Archaeological Museum

After lunch, you can delve into the historic culture of Greece with a visit to one of the city museums. On this tour, you can choose between either the Acropolis Museum or the National Archaeological Museum. At the Acropolis Museum, you can see the ruins of an ancient Athenian neighborhood, a collection of relics from the Archaic and Roman periods, and other treasures found at the Acropolis site that date back as early as the 5th century BCE. If you would prefer to visit the National Archaeological Museum, you will be able to see the most important artifacts from several archaeological locations around Greece. Collections date from the prehistoric era to late antiquity, giving you a glimpse back in time.

Return to your hotel

After your day exploring Athens and the Acropolis, your driver-guide will return you to your hotel.

Athens: VIP Tour of Athens and the Acropolis