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Athens Private Tour with pick up Acropolis & Major Highlights

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5 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover Athens in comfort and style on a private half-day tour designed around you. Travel in a premium Mercedes-Benz with an experienced local driver, complimentary Wi-Fi, and bottled water throughout your journey. Explore the Acropolis, Parthenon, Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Athens' most iconic landmarks while learning about the city's rich history, culture, and traditions. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, personalized service, and convenient hotel, Airbnb, or cruise port pickup. The perfect choice for travelers seeking an authentic, comfortable, and unforgettable Athens experience.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch
  • Entrance Fees for archeological sites/museums
  • Airport pick up or drop-off comes with additional cost
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Meeting and Pickup

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The driver/guide will hold a sign with your name

What To Expect

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Acropolis

We are visiting the Temple of Athena-Nike the history from the 5Ct B.C 2.500 old.The monument its Part of the Acropolis and Victory means NIke .Its the Temple they used to pray the Atheneans before the battles
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Tempio Di Zeus Olimpio

Olympic Games Temple of Zeus the King of Gods the birth place for the Ceramony for the Olympic Games for Athens. Was built from the Roman King Andrian and has 104 Columns and they are 13metters Hight.From the 2 Century A.D. also the baths for the Athletes to be purified for the Olympic Games
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mount Lycabettus

The best view of Athens the highest point of Athens 250 metters high and visitiors can see all Athens and take photos
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Panathenaic Stadium

The first Olympic Games from 335B.C The birthplace for the Games .The Capacity of the Stadium is 65.000 and also the End of the Mararathon is there
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Changing of the Guard Ceremony

Every hour is the changing of the Guards the Evzones as we call them.Evzone means armed soldier and they Guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.The Temple of Democracy.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Hephaestus

Since thev 6ct B.C.The God of Weapons and Theseus originaly he was the Greatest Athenean hero and second only to Hercules from all the Greek Heroes
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Agora Romaine

Tower of the winds the first Copmputer of the world Ancient Clock Count Days And Time by Archimedes and Andronikos. Wind Gods inside the Roman Agora from the 2 Century A.D Roman era Forum all made by Marble from Thassos Island. Built from Andrian Inside you can visit Adrians Library.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaka

The Ancient Greek Citiy From the 7ct B.C. Plaka means peace of Marble. Driving with us for a few minutes so that you can take photos of the Ancient City of Athens
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ancient Agora of Athens

From the 5Ct B.C the Ancient Greek Agora for the fleemarket all made by Marble. The Greeks use to go there for buy or animals ,slaves,weapons kind of Bazar.The Temple of Volcano God of Weapons.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Aristotle's Lyceum

The Famous Aristotle Lyceum recently discoverd
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Hephaestus

The Temple was handmade from Iktinos dedicated to Thesseus and the God of weapons was made in the 5 Century B.C and is inside the Agora
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Parthenon

The most important monument of the Acropolis 5 century B.C. all made by local marble 2.500 old.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Pre-order your tickets here: hhticket.gr
  • Don't forget to pre-book the Acropolis tickets
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens Private Tour with pick up Acropolis & Major Highlights?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens Private Tour with pick up Acropolis & Major Highlights?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Hotel/Cruise/ Airbnb Pick up and drop-off.
  • English speaking driver-guide Historian.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Entrance Fees for archeological sites/museums.
  • Airport pick up or drop-off comes with additional cost.
  • Gratuities, tips not included kindly up to the customer.
  • Official Tour guide that he will enter with you to the monuments.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Athens Private Tour with pick up Acropolis & Major Highlights is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All travelers will be picked up with a sign with their names by a black limo/Mini Van
  • Pre-order your tickets here: hhticket.gr
  • Don't forget to pre-book the Acropolis tickets
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Athens Private Tour with pick up Acropolis & Major Highlights will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel/Cruise/ Airbnb Pick up and drop-off
  • English speaking driver-guide Historian
  • Lunch
  • Entrance Fees for archeological sites/museums
  • Airport pick up or drop-off comes with additional cost
  • Gratuities, tips not included kindly up to the customer
  • Official Tour guide that he will enter with you to the monuments

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All travelers will be picked up with a sign with their names by a black limo/Mini Van
  • Pre-order your tickets here: hhticket.gr
  • Don't forget to pre-book the Acropolis tickets
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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