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Private tour of Athens, Cape Sounio, Temple of Poseidon & Riviera

Discover the essence of Athens and Cape Sounion on a tour that combines history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Begin in the heart of Ancient Greece, …More

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Private tour of Athens, Cape Sounio, Temple of Poseidon & Riviera

Discover the essence of Athens and Cape Sounion on a tour that combines history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Begin in the heart of Ancient Greece,...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (23)

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$57

Acropolis Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

Enjoy the skip the line entrance to the most important site of Athens, the Acropolis. Learn about the Greek history and mythology with your licensed …More

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Acropolis Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

Enjoy the skip the line entrance to the most important site of Athens, the Acropolis. Learn about the Greek history and mythology with your licensed...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$148

Your day will begin with a personal pickup by your English-speaking driver from your accommodation in Athens and you will start the to Delphi - …More

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Private Delphi Daytrip from Athens

Your day will begin with a personal pickup by your English-speaking driver from your accommodation in Athens and you will start the to Delphi -...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$76

Athens Mythological Tour: Boudoir of the Gods

Walk the ancient paths, enjoy a stroll around the city and admire some of the most important landmarks of Athens. Learn interesting stories about how …More

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Athens Mythological Tour: Boudoir of the Gods

Walk the ancient paths, enjoy a stroll around the city and admire some of the most important landmarks of Athens. Learn interesting stories about how...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$45

Philosophy Experiential Workshop at Aristotle's Lyceum, Athens

Walk. Think. Discover Eudaimonia – just like Aristotle’s students did. Follow in his footsteps, quite literally, at Aristotle's Lyceum site, where he taught (entrance own …More

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Philosophy Experiential Workshop at Aristotle's Lyceum, Athens

Walk. Think. Discover Eudaimonia – just like Aristotle’s students did. Follow in his footsteps, quite literally, at Aristotle's Lyceum site, where he taught (entrance own...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (24)

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$51

This tour of Athens takes us to the most famous sites of the city, both ancient and modern. Undoubtedly the most famous landmark of Athens …More

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Athens Highlights Tour

This tour of Athens takes us to the most famous sites of the city, both ancient and modern. Undoubtedly the most famous landmark of Athens...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$568

How did the "cradle of democracy" turn into "Europe's basket case"? Although the question is blunt and unpleasant, it reflects the essence of much global thinking …More

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Athens Social and Political Walk

How did the "cradle of democracy" turn into "Europe's basket case"? Although the question is blunt and unpleasant, it reflects the essence of much global thinking...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$46

Athens Highlights Afternoon Tour with Dinner - Private Experience

Enjoy a captivating evening walking tour around the highlights of Athens and learn about the fascinating heritage of the historical city with the assistance of …More

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Athens Highlights Afternoon Tour with Dinner - Private Experience

Enjoy a captivating evening walking tour around the highlights of Athens and learn about the fascinating heritage of the historical city with the assistance of...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$226

Mercedes Private Tour from Athens to Macedonia Meet Alexander the Great

Embark on a refined private journey from Athens to the historic heart of Macedonia, following the legacy of Alexander the Great. Traveling in a luxury …More

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Mercedes Private Tour from Athens to Macedonia Meet Alexander the Great

Embark on a refined private journey from Athens to the historic heart of Macedonia, following the legacy of Alexander the Great. Traveling in a luxury...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$658

Super Saver Combo: Morning Acropolis, Museum and Afternoon Sounio

See the best of Athens and its surrounding highlights on this sightseeing super saver that combines two best-selling tours at a saving of 10%! Perfect …More

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Super Saver Combo: Morning Acropolis, Museum and Afternoon Sounio

See the best of Athens and its surrounding highlights on this sightseeing super saver that combines two best-selling tours at a saving of 10%! Perfect...

9 hours Free Cancellation

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$126

Discover an offbeat side of Athens on this 3-hour walking tour with an Athens insider. Led by a local guide, get lost in the most …More

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Get Lost in Athens with an Insider

Discover an offbeat side of Athens on this 3-hour walking tour with an Athens insider. Led by a local guide, get lost in the most...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$51

Athens Sightseeing Spanish Guided Tour with Acropolis and Museum

A well-planned Spanish tour that includes visit to the Acropolis, one of the oldest and most significant structures still standing and shining in the Athenian …More

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Athens Sightseeing Spanish Guided Tour with Acropolis and Museum

A well-planned Spanish tour that includes visit to the Acropolis, one of the oldest and most significant structures still standing and shining in the Athenian...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$125

Private Half-Day Acropolis and Historical Sites Tour in Athens

Athens has so much to see, it can be overwhelming. Cover its highlights with an expert who adds in-depth insight to the Parthenon and other …More

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Private Half-Day Acropolis and Historical Sites Tour in Athens

Athens has so much to see, it can be overwhelming. Cover its highlights with an expert who adds in-depth insight to the Parthenon and other...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$358

Acropolis and Ancient Agora Tour: The Rise & Fall of Democracy

**Small group size: 15 people maximum** For centuries, ancient Athenians experimented with a variety of political regimes until they invented the one that suited them …More

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Acropolis and Ancient Agora Tour: The Rise & Fall of Democracy

**Small group size: 15 people maximum** For centuries, ancient Athenians experimented with a variety of political regimes until they invented the one that suited them...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$64

BEST PRIVATE TOUR TO DELPHI: Delphi Arachova Hosios Monastary

In the company of your Professional, Experienced & informative Tour Driver, enjoy a Private Full-Day Tour to one of the most Historical sites in Greece, …More

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BEST PRIVATE TOUR TO DELPHI: Delphi Arachova Hosios Monastary

In the company of your Professional, Experienced & informative Tour Driver, enjoy a Private Full-Day Tour to one of the most Historical sites in Greece,...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$99

Delphi Full Day Private Tour: Temple of Apollo, Museum, Navel of Earth & Oracle

Embark on a captivating journey through the ancient world with our Delphi Private Tour. Departing from Athens, you'll traverse the scenic landscapes of central Greece, …More

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Delphi Full Day Private Tour: Temple of Apollo, Museum, Navel of Earth & Oracle

Embark on a captivating journey through the ancient world with our Delphi Private Tour. Departing from Athens, you'll traverse the scenic landscapes of central Greece,...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$409

Paul's Missionary Journey Athens-Corinth Full day Tour

We have excellent knowledge of Greek history, Greek geography, archeology, culture, and, of course, the local cuisine and customs. We visit all the sites the …More

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Paul's Missionary Journey Athens-Corinth Full day Tour

We have excellent knowledge of Greek history, Greek geography, archeology, culture, and, of course, the local cuisine and customs. We visit all the sites the...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$476

Athens Full Day Tour: Acropolis, Parthenon & Historic Sights

Discover the timeless beauty of Athens on this immersive full-day tour. Explore the iconic Acropolis and marvel at the Parthenon, a symbol of ancient Greece. …More

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Athens Full Day Tour: Acropolis, Parthenon & Historic Sights

Discover the timeless beauty of Athens on this immersive full-day tour. Explore the iconic Acropolis and marvel at the Parthenon, a symbol of ancient Greece....

5 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$137

Exclusive 4 Hour Athens Historical Sites Private Tour

Welcome to Athens! Your first stop is Greece! Located in the region of Attica with a history dating back as far as 3400 years, Athens …More

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Exclusive 4 Hour Athens Historical Sites Private Tour

Welcome to Athens! Your first stop is Greece! Located in the region of Attica with a history dating back as far as 3400 years, Athens...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$377

Acropolis Entrance Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guided Tour

Visit Acropolis, the most famous and most visited monument in the world from antiquity. Receive your ticket to your e-mail along with instructions to download …More

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Acropolis Entrance Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guided Tour

Visit Acropolis, the most famous and most visited monument in the world from antiquity. Receive your ticket to your e-mail along with instructions to download...

1 to 5 hours

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$48

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Which Athens Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Athens Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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