- Our tours operate all year round and can be scheduled at any time convenient for you.
Shore Excursion Athens & Airport Transfer...
4 Hours: If you're arriving at Piraeus cruise terminal, our driver will meet you there and take you on an amazing half-day shore excursion to explore Athens before heading to the airport. This private shore excursion tour is perfect for those who want to get a quick overview of the city and its most famous sites.
As we drive through the suburbs, you'll get a glimpse of modern Athens and see some famous landmarks, such as the Panathinaiko Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. Then, we'll head to the main event: the Acropolis. This impressive monument dates back to 5 BC and is considered a masterpiece of Greece's Golden Age. You'll get to visit its various structures, including the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, and Erechtheion with its famous Porch of Maidens. After the Acropolis, we'll take a leisurely drive Athens airport for your departure.
Location
- Pick up: Begin your shore excursion in Athens with a pick-up from Piraeus port by our driver. This half-day tour is perfect for first-time visitors to Athens as it offers a perfect overview of the modern city before heading to the airport.
- Panoramic city tour: Our driver will take you through the suburbs, passing by famous sites such as the Panathinaiko Stadium. This impressive stadium was built entirely out of white marble and hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. We'll continue driving past Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, before passing by the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. You'll also see the National Garden, Hadrian’s Arc, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, Schliemann’s House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, and Russian Orthodox Church.
- Acropolis: Next, we'll visit the iconic Acropolis, which dates back to 5 BC and is considered Greece's Golden Age masterpiece. You'll get to visit various structures, including the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, and Erechtheion with its famous Porch of Maidens.
- Athens Airport: Finally, we will take a leisurely route and drop you off at Athens airport for your departure. This 4-hour shore excursion is a perfect way to discover Athens' ancient and modern cultures, and its natural beauty before heading to the airport.
Highlights
- Acropolis, Parthenon
- Temple of Zeus
- Old Parliament
- Presidential Guards
- Panathinaiko Stadium
- University of Athens and Library
- Photo Tour at Athenin Riviera
Inclusions
- Pick up & drop off from your designate point
- Private transportation with English speaking driver
- Mineral water, wet & dry tissues
- All taxes
Exclusions
- Entry/Admission - Acropolis
- Meals & personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Useful Info
- All of our drivers are professional and English-speaking with extensive experience and knowledge of the sites you will be visiting. While they can provide general information about each site, they are not official guides. Our drivers will take you on routes that bypass tourist crowds and recommend local, traditional restaurants where you can experience Mediterranean cuisine.
- We highly recommend booking a local guide during your trip to gain in-depth information about each site.
- We work in partnership with the Luxury Car Rental Company, www.premiumrentacar.gr to provide a wide selection of brand new cars, including:
- From 1 to 4 persons, we provide you Mercedes E class or MPV 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 will be waiting for you at Piraeus cruise terminal with a sign bearing your name, assist you with your baggage, and accompany you to your car. We also provide mineral water and tissues.
- Our tours are Private and customized for you, with the flexibility to add or remove anything from our proposed program. We can accommodate groups from 1 person to 36 or more.
- To make the most of your stay in Greece, we recommend taking out an insurance policy to cover unexpected events during your trip. We have partnered with INTERAMERICAN, . INTERAMERICAN, the largest private insurance company in Greece
- We can arrange your accommodation a day before and after your tour, as well as private arrival and departure transfers from/to Athens airport.
- We also offer luggage storage at our store for a fee of 3€ per day per luggage.
- The entrance fee for the Acropolis is 20 euros per person.
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.
