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Immerse yourself in history while your children play and learn. The activities offer not only physical exercise but also a deep dive into Greek culture …More

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Athenian Olympics for Kids

Immerse yourself in history while your children play and learn. The activities offer not only physical exercise but also a deep dive into Greek culture...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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2 DAYS DEPHI -METEORA & Thermopylae Private Trip From Athens

This exclusive 2-day journey combines Greece’s most powerful ancient, spiritual, and natural landmarks into one seamless private experience. Walk in the footsteps of ancient prophets …More

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2 DAYS DEPHI -METEORA & Thermopylae Private Trip From Athens

This exclusive 2-day journey combines Greece’s most powerful ancient, spiritual, and natural landmarks into one seamless private experience. Walk in the footsteps of ancient prophets...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$343

Ceramic and Pottery Creative Workshop with Two Local Artists

Our workshop is a creative process for everyone! A unique experience for whoever wants to try out pottery and create a unique piece of art. …More

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Ceramic and Pottery Creative Workshop with Two Local Artists

Our workshop is a creative process for everyone! A unique experience for whoever wants to try out pottery and create a unique piece of art....

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$34

Private Full Day Athens Photography Tour

Discover hidden treasures of Ancient Greece in an Athens Photo Tour, by walking the city streets. This full day private Athens photography tour is an …More

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Private Full Day Athens Photography Tour

Discover hidden treasures of Ancient Greece in an Athens Photo Tour, by walking the city streets. This full day private Athens photography tour is an...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$566

The Acropolis of Athens & Parthenon: Private 2-hour Walking Tour

Explore the mesmerizing ancient ruins of the Acropolis and Parthenon of Athens on a two-hour privately guided walking tour of this ancient citadel built high …More

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The Acropolis of Athens & Parthenon: Private 2-hour Walking Tour

Explore the mesmerizing ancient ruins of the Acropolis and Parthenon of Athens on a two-hour privately guided walking tour of this ancient citadel built high...

2 hours

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In the Footsteps of St.Paul - Full Day Corinth Tour

Discover one of the most significant destinations in the history of early Christianity with a Biblical Tour of Ancient Corinth. This unforgettable journey brings the …More

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In the Footsteps of St.Paul - Full Day Corinth Tour

Discover one of the most significant destinations in the history of early Christianity with a Biblical Tour of Ancient Corinth. This unforgettable journey brings the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Acropolis Highlights Semi Private Guided Tour Small Group(12 max)

Travel back to Ancient Greece on a guided small-group tour of the Acropolis of Athens. Climb to the iconic Parthenon, the highest point of the …More

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Acropolis Highlights Semi Private Guided Tour Small Group(12 max)

Travel back to Ancient Greece on a guided small-group tour of the Acropolis of Athens. Climb to the iconic Parthenon, the highest point of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Olympia Shared Mini Bus Tour from Katakolon

Visit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, on a comfortable shared minibus ride. Explore the historic ruins of the Temple of Zeus, Temple …More

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Olympia Shared Mini Bus Tour from Katakolon

Visit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, on a comfortable shared minibus ride. Explore the historic ruins of the Temple of Zeus, Temple...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Private: Mythology, Acropolis Museum & Acropolis Tour

Dive into the marvelous world of ancient Athens with a full day tour at all the world-famous sights. Uncover stories from the Greek mythology throughout …More

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Private: Mythology, Acropolis Museum & Acropolis Tour

Dive into the marvelous world of ancient Athens with a full day tour at all the world-famous sights. Uncover stories from the Greek mythology throughout...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Discover Athens’ most iconic landmark on this engaging 2-hour tour of the Acropolis. Led by a top-rated licensed guide, you’ll hear captivating stories of Greek …More

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Private Acropolis Mythology Tour

Discover Athens’ most iconic landmark on this engaging 2-hour tour of the Acropolis. Led by a top-rated licensed guide, you’ll hear captivating stories of Greek...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Athens to Meteora monasteries & 130,000bc cave hidden gem, prive

**The only tour that except the monasteries visit Theopetra Cave, definitely a site nearby Meteora worth visiting, not to be missed by anyone! Its The …More

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Athens to Meteora monasteries & 130,000bc cave hidden gem, prive

**The only tour that except the monasteries visit Theopetra Cave, definitely a site nearby Meteora worth visiting, not to be missed by anyone! Its The...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Tuk Tuk Athens Piraeus Cruises & Complete City Tour - Private 4 hours

Arriving in Piraeus on a cruise? Make the most of your day in port with a private tour of Athens on a 100% electric Tuk …More

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Tuk Tuk Athens Piraeus Cruises & Complete City Tour - Private 4 hours

Arriving in Piraeus on a cruise? Make the most of your day in port with a private tour of Athens on a 100% electric Tuk...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Explore the best of Athenian Reviera with our Sounio tour, including two of the most stunning attractions of the region: • The Lake of Vouliagmeni …More

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Sounio Private Tour

Explore the best of Athenian Reviera with our Sounio tour, including two of the most stunning attractions of the region: • The Lake of Vouliagmeni...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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If you have only a day to spend in Meteora and don't want to miss anything there, the fastest and safest way is to go …More

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Day Trip to Meteora from Athens

If you have only a day to spend in Meteora and don't want to miss anything there, the fastest and safest way is to go...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Athens By Night Private Sightseeing Tour

Experience the beauty of the enlightened Athens while the sun is setting!Take an overview of the city highlights and enjoy an authentic Greek tavern with …More

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Athens By Night Private Sightseeing Tour

Experience the beauty of the enlightened Athens while the sun is setting!Take an overview of the city highlights and enjoy an authentic Greek tavern with...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Visit Delphi Meteora Monasteries Luxury Private Tour FromAthens

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Delphi, home of the 4th-century-BC Temple of Apollo on this private, full day excursion from Athens. Travel in …More

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Visit Delphi Meteora Monasteries Luxury Private Tour FromAthens

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Delphi, home of the 4th-century-BC Temple of Apollo on this private, full day excursion from Athens. Travel in...

13 hours 20 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Exarcheia walking tour: The other side of Athens

This is a unique tour in Exarcheia district, outside the crowded touristic areas of Athens but at the heart of it's modern history! Walk in …More

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Exarcheia walking tour: The other side of Athens

This is a unique tour in Exarcheia district, outside the crowded touristic areas of Athens but at the heart of it's modern history! Walk in...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Delphi, Thermopylae, Corycian Cave 300 Spartans private tour

Join us and live your myth in Greece, discover unknown details of king Leonidas and 300 spartans battle and all the background before the battle …More

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Delphi, Thermopylae, Corycian Cave 300 Spartans private tour

Join us and live your myth in Greece, discover unknown details of king Leonidas and 300 spartans battle and all the background before the battle...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Best of Athens and Cape Sounio Private Tour from Athens

Open your door to the world of sightseeing with this private Athens city tour combined with Cape Sounio! Departing from your hotel in a luxury …More

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Best of Athens and Cape Sounio Private Tour from Athens

Open your door to the world of sightseeing with this private Athens city tour combined with Cape Sounio! Departing from your hotel in a luxury...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Acropolis Museum Private Tour with Licensed Guide &Tickets

Experience a captivating journey through Athenian history on our exclusive Acropolis Museum Private Guided Tour! Immerse yourself in the wonder of ancient Greece as your …More

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Acropolis Museum Private Tour with Licensed Guide &Tickets

Experience a captivating journey through Athenian history on our exclusive Acropolis Museum Private Guided Tour! Immerse yourself in the wonder of ancient Greece as your...

1 hour 30 minutes

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Which Athens Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

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