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Get around Athens’ most-cherished attractions and enjoy the city in comfort. Visit Acropolis, where you can stroll through the Parthenon, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, …More

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Best of Athens Full Day Private Tour

Get around Athens’ most-cherished attractions and enjoy the city in comfort. Visit Acropolis, where you can stroll through the Parthenon, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus,...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Follow in the Footsteps of St. Paul in Ancient Corinth

Follow in the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul on a private journey from Athens to Ancient Corinth, where biblical history meets the wonders of the …More

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Follow in the Footsteps of St. Paul in Ancient Corinth

Follow in the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul on a private journey from Athens to Ancient Corinth, where biblical history meets the wonders of the...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Half Day Athens Private Tailor-Made City Tour (Skip the line of Acropolis)

Whether you want a tour of the highlights of the city of Athens or you want to get under its skin and visit all of …More

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Half Day Athens Private Tailor-Made City Tour (Skip the line of Acropolis)

Whether you want a tour of the highlights of the city of Athens or you want to get under its skin and visit all of...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$136

Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens

Enjoy a private trip by executive car or minivan to Meteora, the UNESCO world heritage listed monasteries. Meteora means "middle of the sky", and with …More

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Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens

Enjoy a private trip by executive car or minivan to Meteora, the UNESCO world heritage listed monasteries. Meteora means "middle of the sky", and with...

11 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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A day trip from Athens to see Delphi and explore Ancient Greece is an unforgettable experience. This full-day tour begins by driving north from Athens, …More

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Delphi Private Day Tour from Athens

A day trip from Athens to see Delphi and explore Ancient Greece is an unforgettable experience. This full-day tour begins by driving north from Athens,...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Delphi & Thermopylae Full Day Private Tour from Athens

This private journey brings together two of Greece’s most iconic destinations—Thermopylae and Delphi—in one expertly curated experience. Stand where history was made at Thermopylae, visiting …More

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Delphi & Thermopylae Full Day Private Tour from Athens

This private journey brings together two of Greece’s most iconic destinations—Thermopylae and Delphi—in one expertly curated experience. Stand where history was made at Thermopylae, visiting...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip

Gaze one of the most majestic views in Greece with a private trip to Cape Sounion. After your private pick up by executive car or …More

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Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip

Gaze one of the most majestic views in Greece with a private trip to Cape Sounion. After your private pick up by executive car or...

3 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour

Greece is the place where philosophy was born and thrived. Accompanied by a member of our team, you will journey through time in all the …More

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Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour

Greece is the place where philosophy was born and thrived. Accompanied by a member of our team, you will journey through time in all the...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Athens Half Day Tour Acropolis Parthenon and All Major Landmarks

A tour of Athens is an indispensable experience for first-time, or time-pressed visitors. Your drivers boast years of experience and historical knowledge and guarantee a …More

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Athens Half Day Tour Acropolis Parthenon and All Major Landmarks

A tour of Athens is an indispensable experience for first-time, or time-pressed visitors. Your drivers boast years of experience and historical knowledge and guarantee a...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul in Athens & Corinth

Walk in the footsteps of Apostle Paul on this exclusive private tour by Pericles Century, blending faith, history, and culture. Explore Athens’ Areopagus, where Paul …More

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Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul in Athens & Corinth

Walk in the footsteps of Apostle Paul on this exclusive private tour by Pericles Century, blending faith, history, and culture. Explore Athens’ Areopagus, where Paul...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul’s Footsteps – Corinth

Follow the path of Apostle Paul, where faith met power, and words sparked a revolution. This is not just a tour—it’s an immersion into history, …More

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Private Luxury Biblical Tour: Apostle Paul’s Footsteps – Corinth

Follow the path of Apostle Paul, where faith met power, and words sparked a revolution. This is not just a tour—it’s an immersion into history,...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Athens: Horror Mythology Evening Experience - Myths Come to Life

Step into the shadows of ancient Greece for a spine-chilling yet thrilling horror mythology experience that reveals the darkest tales of gods, monsters, and cursed …More

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Athens: Horror Mythology Evening Experience - Myths Come to Life

Step into the shadows of ancient Greece for a spine-chilling yet thrilling horror mythology experience that reveals the darkest tales of gods, monsters, and cursed...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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Athens is brimming with incredible sights to see and when you don’t have much time, they can seem like too many! Now with our Best …More

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Best of Athens City Segway Tour

Athens is brimming with incredible sights to see and when you don’t have much time, they can seem like too many! Now with our Best...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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The History of Athens: Greek Mythology Private Tour

It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Athens through Greek Mythology Private Tour. Embark on a …More

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The History of Athens: Greek Mythology Private Tour

It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Athens through Greek Mythology Private Tour. Embark on a...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert

An Expert led Private Tour Combining a visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon, with a fascinating exploration of the most beautiful streets and neighborhoods of …More

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Acropolis & Plaka Neighbourhood Private Tour with Licensed Expert

An Expert led Private Tour Combining a visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon, with a fascinating exploration of the most beautiful streets and neighborhoods of...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Ancient Athens tour: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum

Explore the Acropolis Monuments in a small group tour. Visit the state-of-the-art Acropolis Museum and enjoy a unique and personalized time of the landmark monuments …More

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Ancient Athens tour: Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum

Explore the Acropolis Monuments in a small group tour. Visit the state-of-the-art Acropolis Museum and enjoy a unique and personalized time of the landmark monuments...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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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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Delphi, Thermopylae full day private tour from Athens

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...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Ancient Olympia full day private tour from Athens

The land that was host to the ancient Olympiads, the games that were held to honor the Olympian Gods, the chief festivities in ancient Greece, …More

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Ancient Olympia full day private tour from Athens

The land that was host to the ancient Olympiads, the games that were held to honor the Olympian Gods, the chief festivities in ancient Greece,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Discover the Acropolis of Athens by Segway on this 2-hour tour, led by a local guide! On your self-balancing electric Segway, glide through the neighborhoods …More

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Classical Athens Segway Tour

Discover the Acropolis of Athens by Segway on this 2-hour tour, led by a local guide! On your self-balancing electric Segway, glide through the neighborhoods...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Epidaurus, Mycenae and Nafplio Small-Group Tour from Athens

Join us on a journey through Greek history with a quick photo stop at the impressive Corinth Canal, followed by a visit to the ancient …More

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Epidaurus, Mycenae and Nafplio Small-Group Tour from Athens

Join us on a journey through Greek history with a quick photo stop at the impressive Corinth Canal, followed by a visit to the ancient...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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

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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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