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.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.Stop to take a picture of the historical Stadium where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896!We will drive you up to the highest hill of Athens, Lycabrttus hill, where you will enjoy an unforgettable view.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.Drive by the Academy of Athens, part of the first University of Greece, standing as the most beautiful neoclassical building in the country.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.
Greece · City Tours
Shore Excursion Half day Private Athens tour
The journey
- 01 Private 5-hour Athens shore excursion
- 02 Visit the Acropolis and see the Parthenon and Erechtheion
- 03 See the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Panathenaic Stadium
- 04 Enjoy city views from Lycabettus Hill
- 05 Watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- 06 Drive past the Academy of Athens and other neoclassical landmarks
- 07 Visit the New Acropolis Museum
- 08 Pickup from your cruise terminal in Athens
Make the most of your time in port with a private half-day tour of Athens that brings together the city’s ancient landmarks, panoramic viewpoints, and neoclassical highlights. Travel from your cruise terminal into the heart of the capital to explore the Acropolis area, see the Parthenon and Erechtheion, and visit the New Acropolis Museum.
Along the way, take in the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Panathenaic Stadium, Lycabettus Hill, the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and elegant city landmarks including the Academy of Athens. It’s a well-rounded introduction to what Athens was and what it is today.
Make the most of your time in port with a private half-day tour of Athens that brings together the city’s ancient landmarks, panoramic viewpoints, and neoclassical highlights.
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What's Included
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Bottles of water on board.
What's Not Included
- A licensed tour guide can be arranged upon request.
- Admission tickets can be arranged upon request (50 euros each for the Acropolis and the Museum)
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.
- We will wait to meet you at your cruise terminal holding a sign with your name or at the lobby of your hotel.
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Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Athens..
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