Top Athens Historical & Heritage Tours

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Breathtaking Corinth Canal & Significant Ancient Corinth in 5hrs

A tour for travellers with limited available time who wish to visit an historically important place close to Athens! …More

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Breathtaking Corinth Canal & Significant Ancient Corinth in 5hrs

A tour for travellers with limited available time who wish to visit an historically important place close to Athens!...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$514

Delphi Private Full Day Tour from Athens

Explore the Legendary Delphi UNESCO World Heritage Site on a private full-day tour from Athens. Travel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver …More

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Delphi Private Full Day Tour from Athens

Explore the Legendary Delphi UNESCO World Heritage Site on a private full-day tour from Athens. Travel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver...

9 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

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$86

Athens: Explore Anafiotika Plaka and Sandal Shopping Walking Tour

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Athens on a guided walking tour through its enchanting neighborhoods. Wander through the charming alleys of Anafiotika …More

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Athens: Explore Anafiotika Plaka and Sandal Shopping Walking Tour

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Athens on a guided walking tour through its enchanting neighborhoods. Wander through the charming alleys of Anafiotika...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$52

Early Access Acropolis & Old Athens Walking Tour in Spanish

Join this walking tour to explore the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens. To avoid the crowds, meet your Spanish-speaking guide early in the morning and start …More

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Early Access Acropolis & Old Athens Walking Tour in Spanish

Join this walking tour to explore the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens. To avoid the crowds, meet your Spanish-speaking guide early in the morning and start...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$52

Private Half-Day Tour to Ancient Corinth and Canal from Athens

This tour is more than a half-day trip from Athens — it is a carefully designed Greek experience through ancient history, mythology, and one of …More

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Private Half-Day Tour to Ancient Corinth and Canal from Athens

This tour is more than a half-day trip from Athens — it is a carefully designed Greek experience through ancient history, mythology, and one of...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$64

Delphi and Arachova Private Full-Day Tour from Athens

This tour is more than a day trip from Athens — it is a carefully designed Greek experience through history, mythology, mountain landscapes, and local …More

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Delphi and Arachova Private Full-Day Tour from Athens

This tour is more than a day trip from Athens — it is a carefully designed Greek experience through history, mythology, mountain landscapes, and local...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$73

From Piraeus Port: Acropolis and Parthenon Mythology Tour

This half-day shore excursion is designed with cruise travelers in mind, combining comfort, convenience, and the wonders of ancient Athens in one perfectly timed experience. …More

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From Piraeus Port: Acropolis and Parthenon Mythology Tour

This half-day shore excursion is designed with cruise travelers in mind, combining comfort, convenience, and the wonders of ancient Athens in one perfectly timed experience....

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$96

Luxury Private Day Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Sunset at Sounio

Two experiences in one day—explore ancient Athens in the morning and Cape Sounio’s Temple of Poseidon in the evening. Scenic coastal drive along the Athenian …More

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Luxury Private Day Tour: Acropolis, Museum & Sunset at Sounio

Two experiences in one day—explore ancient Athens in the morning and Cape Sounio’s Temple of Poseidon in the evening. Scenic coastal drive along the Athenian...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$608

See Athens’ top landmarks—Acropolis, Temple of Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, and more. Travel in style with our luxury Mercedes fleet and professional chauffeurs. Enjoy a private, …More

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Luxury Private Half-Day Tour of Athens

See Athens’ top landmarks—Acropolis, Temple of Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, and more. Travel in style with our luxury Mercedes fleet and professional chauffeurs. Enjoy a private,...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$321

Athens City Night Tour with Open-Top Bus

Experience the magic of Athens after sunset on a 90-minute panoramic night tour aboard a double-decker, open-top bus. Marvel at the Acropolis and Parthenon, beautifully …More

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Athens City Night Tour with Open-Top Bus

Experience the magic of Athens after sunset on a 90-minute panoramic night tour aboard a double-decker, open-top bus. Marvel at the Acropolis and Parthenon, beautifully...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$17

New: Experience the Acropolis Museum with a licenced Guide

Choose Private or a Shared Tour! ACROPOLIS TICKETS ALWAYS AVAILABLE ANY TIME OF THE DAY FOR YOU! Discover the wonders of the Acropolis Museum, where …More

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New: Experience the Acropolis Museum with a licenced Guide

Choose Private or a Shared Tour! ACROPOLIS TICKETS ALWAYS AVAILABLE ANY TIME OF THE DAY FOR YOU! Discover the wonders of the Acropolis Museum, where...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$37

Delphi Historical Private Guided Tour & Thermopylae Hot Springs

This isn’t just another day trip — it’s a journey through the heart and soul of Greece, crafted with care, comfort, and genuine hospitality. Our …More

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Delphi Historical Private Guided Tour & Thermopylae Hot Springs

This isn’t just another day trip — it’s a journey through the heart and soul of Greece, crafted with care, comfort, and genuine hospitality. Our...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$459

Ancient Corinth & Nemea Wine Tour (Full Day)

Visit Ancient Corinth, countless ancient myths, like the myth of Sisyphus. The ancient city was destroyed by the Romans, who built a new city in …More

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Ancient Corinth & Nemea Wine Tour (Full Day)

Visit Ancient Corinth, countless ancient myths, like the myth of Sisyphus. The ancient city was destroyed by the Romans, who built a new city in...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$792

Athens to Ancient Corinth & Nemea | Private Full-Day Guided Tour

Discover Ancient Corinth & Nemea with a licensed guide on a private tour, exploring ancient sites and scenic beauty with personalized service. …More

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Athens to Ancient Corinth & Nemea | Private Full-Day Guided Tour

Discover Ancient Corinth & Nemea with a licensed guide on a private tour, exploring ancient sites and scenic beauty with personalized service....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$251

Private Tour Canal of Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio

With this Private tour we have a short stop at the Canal of Corinth a Continue to visit the "golden" city of Mycenae, the city …More

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Private Tour Canal of Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio

With this Private tour we have a short stop at the Canal of Corinth a Continue to visit the "golden" city of Mycenae, the city...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$92

Private Jewish Heritage Tour: Explore Athens’ Jewish History

Embark on a captivating 4-hour Jewish heritage tour and discover the rich history of Athens’ Jewish community through its most important landmarks. Begin your experience …More

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Private Jewish Heritage Tour: Explore Athens’ Jewish History

Embark on a captivating 4-hour Jewish heritage tour and discover the rich history of Athens’ Jewish community through its most important landmarks. Begin your experience...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$122

Marathon Thermopylae Anopaia Atrapos/ Damasta monastery up to 9h

We visit Marathon, Thermopylae, as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy the history, scenery & photography. If …More

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Marathon Thermopylae Anopaia Atrapos/ Damasta monastery up to 9h

We visit Marathon, Thermopylae, as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you to travel, to enjoy the history, scenery & photography. If...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$97

Drive along the coastal road, passing the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza to the most Southern point of Attica, Cape Sounion. Where the …More

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Cape Sounio

Drive along the coastal road, passing the wonderful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza to the most Southern point of Attica, Cape Sounion. Where the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$79

Athens Discovery Private Shore Excursion with Lunch & Expert Guide Options

From pick up at your Cruise ship, Hotel, or Athens residence sit back in the comfort of one of our new Luxury Class Mercedes Vehicles …More

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Athens Discovery Private Shore Excursion with Lunch & Expert Guide Options

From pick up at your Cruise ship, Hotel, or Athens residence sit back in the comfort of one of our new Luxury Class Mercedes Vehicles...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$82

BEST OF Off-The-Path PELOPONNESE. Villages Monastary River Museum

This full day tour is perfect for those who want to leave the city behind for a day & explore one of Greece's most naturally …More

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BEST OF Off-The-Path PELOPONNESE. Villages Monastary River Museum

This full day tour is perfect for those who want to leave the city behind for a day & explore one of Greece's most naturally...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$100

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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Which Athens Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

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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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