Top Athens Historical & Heritage Tours

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Small-Group Bike Tour of Athens and Riviera

Guided by a local and riding a quality bicycle, you will experience authentic neighborhoods of Athens, visit modern highlights and enjoy moments by the sea. …More

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Small-Group Bike Tour of Athens and Riviera

Guided by a local and riding a quality bicycle, you will experience authentic neighborhoods of Athens, visit modern highlights and enjoy moments by the sea....

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$51

Half Day Private Tour Mycenae Corinth Canal Acrocorinth Castle

The Corinth Canal is a waterway that crosses the narrow isthmus of Corinth to link the Gulf of Corinth to the Saronic Gulf. As such, …More

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Half Day Private Tour Mycenae Corinth Canal Acrocorinth Castle

The Corinth Canal is a waterway that crosses the narrow isthmus of Corinth to link the Gulf of Corinth to the Saronic Gulf. As such,...

5 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$99

Mercedes Private Tour to Corinth, Nemea, Mycenae and Nafplio

eave Athens behind and follow a timeless route through the heart of the Peloponnese on a refined private journey. Traveling in a luxury Mercedes vehicle, …More

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Mercedes Private Tour to Corinth, Nemea, Mycenae and Nafplio

eave Athens behind and follow a timeless route through the heart of the Peloponnese on a refined private journey. Traveling in a luxury Mercedes vehicle,...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$148

Mercedes Private Tour Classical Athens and Athenian Riviera

Experience the timeless heritage of Athens combined with the elegance of its coastline on a refined private journey designed for comfort and meaningful discovery. Traveling …More

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Mercedes Private Tour Classical Athens and Athenian Riviera

Experience the timeless heritage of Athens combined with the elegance of its coastline on a refined private journey designed for comfort and meaningful discovery. Traveling...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$117

Jewish Heritage Walking Athens Private Tour

The fact that there has been a Jewish presence in Greece for centuries eludes most people and even some Greeks! My tour takes about 4 …More

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Jewish Heritage Walking Athens Private Tour

The fact that there has been a Jewish presence in Greece for centuries eludes most people and even some Greeks! My tour takes about 4...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$125

Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half Day Afternoon Tour

This tour offers a rare combination of history, natural beauty, and expert guidance, all within a convenient half-day trip from Athens. Travel along one of …More

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Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion Half Day Afternoon Tour

This tour offers a rare combination of history, natural beauty, and expert guidance, all within a convenient half-day trip from Athens. Travel along one of...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$32

Essential Athens: Private Acropolis, Highlights & Food Tour

Discover the essence of Athens in unparalleled luxury. Begin your journey at the majestic Acropolis, where ancient history and breathtaking views unite. Then, marvel at …More

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Essential Athens: Private Acropolis, Highlights & Food Tour

Discover the essence of Athens in unparalleled luxury. Begin your journey at the majestic Acropolis, where ancient history and breathtaking views unite. Then, marvel at...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$196

Anc. Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Private Tour

Experience the wonders of ancient Greece with our full-day private tour of Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Journey through time as you explore these …More

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Anc. Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Private Tour

Experience the wonders of ancient Greece with our full-day private tour of Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Journey through time as you explore these...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$523

Cape Sounio &Temple of Poseidon Private Half-Day Tour From Athens

This private sunset tour to Cape Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon offers a romantic and relaxed way to experience one of Greece’s most breathtaking …More

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Cape Sounio &Temple of Poseidon Private Half-Day Tour From Athens

This private sunset tour to Cape Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon offers a romantic and relaxed way to experience one of Greece’s most breathtaking...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$58

Private Full Day Tour to Ancient Olympia with Flexible Options

Our Private Tour is dedicated to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ancient Olympia. After pickup by your private & informative tour driver, sit back …More

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Private Full Day Tour to Ancient Olympia with Flexible Options

Our Private Tour is dedicated to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ancient Olympia. After pickup by your private & informative tour driver, sit back...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$130

One-Day Tour to Delphi from Athens in Spanish

We start our journey from Athens and after 2.5 hours we arrive at the beautiful, surrounded by rich nature village of Delphi. Under the guidance …More

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One-Day Tour to Delphi from Athens in Spanish

We start our journey from Athens and after 2.5 hours we arrive at the beautiful, surrounded by rich nature village of Delphi. Under the guidance...

10 hours Free Cancellation

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$54

Private Delphi tour with a Pickup (optional Thermopylae)

You should take the trip to Delphi because it offers a unique journey into the heart of ancient Greek spirituality, history, and culture. Delphi was …More

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Private Delphi tour with a Pickup (optional Thermopylae)

You should take the trip to Delphi because it offers a unique journey into the heart of ancient Greek spirituality, history, and culture. Delphi was...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$499

Acropolis, Temple Of Zeus,Olympic Stadium,Parliament,Guards Athens private Tour

Athens in 4 Hours – Private Highlights Tour Short on time but want to experience the very best of Athens? This private 4-hour tour is …More

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Acropolis, Temple Of Zeus,Olympic Stadium,Parliament,Guards Athens private Tour

Athens in 4 Hours – Private Highlights Tour Short on time but want to experience the very best of Athens? This private 4-hour tour is...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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This tour combines history and pleasure on a region of Greece just 1hour and 30 minutes outside,on the beautiful countryside where our ancestors made wine …More

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Wine & History Mythical Tour

This tour combines history and pleasure on a region of Greece just 1hour and 30 minutes outside,on the beautiful countryside where our ancestors made wine...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$132

Athens private day tour (up to 8 hours), from Athens center or Piraeus

We visit Athens as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy history/culture, scenery, photography. If you want to …More

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Athens private day tour (up to 8 hours), from Athens center or Piraeus

We visit Athens as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy history/culture, scenery, photography. If you want to...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$80

A powerful Athens Segway tour. Semi-private Historical and Contemporary Tour

A Tour to local insights and hidden treasures of Athens. The heart of the city, its monuments, its history, its past, stories old and new, …More

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A powerful Athens Segway tour. Semi-private Historical and Contemporary Tour

A Tour to local insights and hidden treasures of Athens. The heart of the city, its monuments, its history, its past, stories old and new,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$78

Argolis-Sparta-Olympia-Delphi & Meteora Five Day Tour

Embark on a 5-day journey, visiting some of the country's most iconic historical sites and stunning landscapes. From the sites of major historical importance in …More

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Argolis-Sparta-Olympia-Delphi & Meteora Five Day Tour

Embark on a 5-day journey, visiting some of the country's most iconic historical sites and stunning landscapes. From the sites of major historical importance in...

5 days Hotel pickup offered

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$3,775

BEST 4-Day CLASSICAL GREECE: Corinth Epidaurus Delphi Meteora

Our Private tour Journeys to some of the most impressive remains of Ancient, Classical & Byzantine Greece including 5 world heritage sites, spanning over 5000 …More

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BEST 4-Day CLASSICAL GREECE: Corinth Epidaurus Delphi Meteora

Our Private tour Journeys to some of the most impressive remains of Ancient, Classical & Byzantine Greece including 5 world heritage sites, spanning over 5000...

4 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$785

5 Day Majestic Peloponnese Private Tour From Athens with 4* Hotel Included

Get the most our of Peloponnese, exploring 6 significant sites of Greece on a private trip and stroll through quaint villages and pristine beaches. Visit …More

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5 Day Majestic Peloponnese Private Tour From Athens with 4* Hotel Included

Get the most our of Peloponnese, exploring 6 significant sites of Greece on a private trip and stroll through quaint villages and pristine beaches. Visit...

5 days Hotel pickup offered

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$942

3-Day Trip to Delphi and Meteora from Athens

Experience two of Greece’s most awe-inspiring sights on this 3-day tour from Athens, with round-trip coach transport and hotel accommodation included. Explore UNESCO-listed Delphi on …More

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3-Day Trip to Delphi and Meteora from Athens

Experience two of Greece’s most awe-inspiring sights on this 3-day tour from Athens, with round-trip coach transport and hotel accommodation included. Explore UNESCO-listed Delphi on...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$480

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best kid-friendly options for Athens Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Athens Historical & Heritage Tours are:

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Which Athens Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Athens Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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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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I need a ride! Which Athens Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

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