- Experience the wine tour of your dreams, available all year round and tailored to your preferred time.
- Please note that the order of visits and wineries may be subject to adjustment based on availability.
- Our team will ensure that you have the best possible experience, providing flexibility while maintaining the high standards of our wine tour.
Half Day Tour Wine Tour Athens...
6 - Hours: Embark on an unforgettable 6-hour wine tour in Athens and delve into the world of Greek viticulture. Book your private tour online and get ready to explore two remarkable wineries nestled in the scenic area of Spata. Let the captivating flavors and enticing aromas of local wines enchant your palate, as you embark on a truly unique and immersive experience.
This wine tour is designed for those who seek a departure from the ordinary and crave a distinctive excursion. Leave the bustling city behind and venture into the serene countryside, where rolling vineyards create a picturesque backdrop for your wine adventure. At each winery, you'll have the opportunity to indulge in a delightful array of wines. From the elegant Malagouzia to the vibrant Assyrtiko and the robust Cabernet Sauvignon, each sip will transport you to the heart of Greek winemaking traditions.
As you relish the nuanced flavors, the knowledgeable staff will guide you through the tasting, providing insights into the winemaking process and the unique characteristics of each varietal. To enhance your tasting experience, the wineries also offer a selection of traditional Greek plates at the charming Spata suburb. Delight your taste buds with delectable treats such as crispy rusks, savory gruyere with oil and oregano, and mouthwatering traditional pies filled with spinach, cheese, pastourmadopita, or pepper.
Location
- Pick up: Join our private wine tour in Athens and experience a journey like no other. Your adventure begins as our private driver picks you up from your hotel or cruise ship. Get ready to explore the captivating coastline of Athens, immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Athenian Riviera.
- Our first stop, takes us to a groundbreaking bio-climatic winery located in Markopoulo, Attica. This architectural marvel, recognized at the 2008 Architecture Awards by the Hellenic Institute of Architecture, signifies a new era in winemaking. Nestled next to the stunning Mediterranean beaches and the enchanting archaeological site of Vravrona, the winery boasts a unique design that harmoniously blends with its surroundings. Discover the winemaking process as you explore the wine-making, bottling, aging, and storage rooms in the basement.
- Next stop, we'll visit the second winery, a true testament to time-honored traditions. With a history dating back to 1875, this winery has been producing exceptional wines for generations. Stepping onto the premises feels like stepping into the past, with its preserved traditional folk architecture, stone walls, and grand stone arches. Immerse yourself in the rich family heritage and witness the dedication to vineyard cultivation and winemaking. In the winery's tasting area, you'll have the pleasure of sampling a variety of wines, including Malagouzia, Assyrtiko, Cabernet Sauvignon, and more. Indulge in a delightful combination of local delicacies, such as rusks, gruyere with oil and oregano, traditional pies (spinach, cheese, pastourmadopita, or pepper), sausage with pie, and a refreshing salad featuring lettuce, cucumber, raisins, balsamic tomato, and onion.
- In-house shop, after the tasting, take the opportunity to visit the in-house shop, where you can purchase your favorite wines to bring home and savor the memories of this extraordinary wine tour. To conclude the tour, we'll transfer you back to your hotel in Athens, ensuring a comfortable and convenient journey.
Highlights
- Private wine tour in Athens exploring the Athenian Riviera
- Visit a groundbreaking bio-climatic winery in Markopoulo, Attica
- Architecturally distinguished winery awarded by the Hellenic Institute of Architecture
- Immerse yourself in the winemaking process and explore the aging cellar
- Preserved traditional folk architecture and stone walls for an authentic experience
- Sample a variety of wines, including Malagouzia, Assyrtiko, Cabernet Sauvignon, and more
- Indulge in local delicacies like rusks, gruyere with oil and oregano, and traditional pies
- Enjoy a refreshing salad and appetizers with taramosalata and black eggplant
- Visit the in-house shop to purchase your favorite wines
- Comfortable transfer back to your hotel in Athens
Inclusions
- Private car & English speaking driver
- Pick up & drop of from your hotel in Athens
- Sightseeing at the Winery
- All Taxes
Exclusions
- Wine tasting (10 - 25€ / pp)
- Gratuities (optional)
Useful Info
- All our drivers are professional English-speaking drivers, have high experience and they have a good knowledge of the sites that you are going to visit.
- They can provide you general information for each one, but they are not official guides.
- We suggest you to book a local guide during the trip to receive deep information.
- In cooperation with the Luxury Car Rental Company www.premiumrentacar.gr ith a wide selection of brand new cars we offer the following:
- From 1 to 4 persons, we provide you Mercedes E class or MPV, Citroen Picasso or similar
- From 5 to 8 persons, we provide you Mini Van type Mercedes Vito or similar
- From 9 to 17 persons, we provide you Minibus Mercedes Sprinter 18 seats
- Our driver meets you at your hotel in Athens or Airbnb (or from your specific address) which hand you a folder with the necessary travel documents (air tickets & ferry tickets if relevant, and other useful information).
- Once your booking is finalized, we will send you the booking confirmation form with pick up time and other details of the trip.
- One day prior to the trip we will send you the drivers’ details.
- If you arrive at Athens airport or Piraeus, our representative will be waiting there holding a sign with your name written on it, helps you with your baggage, and accompany you at your car, provide you mineral water & Tissues.
- Our tours are PRIVATE only for you and not for other passengers. You can add or remove everything from our proposed program in order the tour to be modified to you, also note that we can accommodate from 1 person to 36 persons or more.
- To take full advantage of your stay in Greece, we would also like to draw your attention to the importance of taking out an insurance policy in the event of an unexpected happening during your trip. To this effect, we have collaborated with INTERAMERICAN, the largest private insurance company in Greece.
- If you wish we can arrange your accommodation a day before and after your tour.
- We can arrange private arrival & departure transfers from/to Athens airport
- We keep your luggage at our luggage store with 3€ per day/per luggage
Cancelation Policy
- In order to confirm any booking, 30% payment in advance is required, fully refundable in case of any written cancellation received 8 days prior the arrival date.
- For any cancellation OR change within 7 days prior the first day of arrival and/or non shows, full cancellation fees applies – the total cost of the program.
- A written notification of any cancellation or change is necessary to be sent to PRIVATE TOURS Greece.
