Greece · City Tours

Athens Highlights Shore Excursion Full Day Private Tour

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Athens. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Acropolis and see the Parthenon and Erechtheion
  • 02 Watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
  • 03 See the Panathenaic Stadium, home of the first modern Olympics in 1896
  • 04 Drive past the Temple of Olympian Zeus for a closer look at its monumental columns
  • 05 Enjoy panoramic city views from Lycabettus Hill
  • 06 Explore the Ancient Agora and the Agora Museum
  • 07 Visit the New Acropolis Museum and view Parthenon sculptures
  • 08 Private shore excursion with transportation, WiFi, bottled water, and driver-guide

Discover Athens in a single day on a private shore excursion that brings together the city’s most iconic ancient landmarks, key modern sights, and one of Greece’s finest museums. From the Acropolis and Parthenon to the Ancient Agora, Panathenaic Stadium, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, this tour offers a well-rounded introduction to the history and character of the Greek capital.

Along the way, enjoy scenic drives through the city, watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and take in sweeping views from Lycabettus Hill. With private transportation, a driver-guide, and time for lunch in a central neighborhood, this full-day experience is ideal for cruise guests who want to make the most of their time in Athens.

With private transportation, a driver-guide, and time for lunch in a central neighborhood, this full-day experience is ideal for cruise guests who want to make the most of their time in Athens.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Athens
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Climb up the Acropolis hill to see the famous Parthenon, temple for Goddess Athens standing above the city. The Erechthion, partialy dedicated to Poseidon, the God of the Ocean and of course the monumental gateway of the Acropolis fortress.Next stop will be the changing of the guard at the old Palace above the central square of Athens. Witness the Evzones unit of the Greek Army guarding with discipline the tomb of the Unknown Soldier.Stop to take a picture of the historical Stadium where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896!Of course will not miss the temple of the king of Gods, Zeus, standing as the largest temple ever built in Greece. We will drive by the imposimg columns and if you wish can even do a quick stop for a closer view.We will drive you up to the highest hill of Athens, Lycabrttus hill, where you will enjoy an unforgettable view.Drive by the Academy of Athens, part of the first University of Greece, standing as the most beautiful neoclassical building in the country.Visit the Ancient Agora of Athens to admire closer the best preserved temple of the Golden Age. You will walk at the same place where Socrates and Plato used to be and visit the little hidden treasure the Agora Museum.We will visit the New Acropolis Museum, where you will see closer the sculptures of the Parthenon, the finest peices of art dated in the Golden Age.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Athens. 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Private Driver-Guide that will constantly inform you during your tour.

What's Not Included

  • A licensed tour guide can be arranged upon request
  • Admission tickets for the Acropolis (30 euros) and the Acropolis museum (20 euros)
  • Lunch

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • The drive from your Cruise terminal to the city and from the city centre back to the port is 30 minutes for each ride.
  • Our lunch break lasts approximately an hour.
  • We will meet you at your cruise terminal or at the lobby of your hotel holding a sign with your name.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Athens.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Athens.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Athens..

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