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Acropolis FIRST-ENTRANCE Private Tour with Archaeological Expert
Athens, Greece, Europe
$409.20
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Beat the Crowds with an Expert Licensed Guide who will reserve your spot at the front of the queue so you will be among the first to enter the Acropolis.
The entrance Point also follows the much shorter fast-track path to the Parthenon and other main temple, the Erechthion, ensuring you reach both well in advance of large coach groups to enjoy these Jaw dropping masterpieces from the Golden Age of Ancient Greece at the most peaceful time.
The friendly guides are highly qualified state registered, recognised Archaeological Experts with years of experience, so you will be in capable hands as you soak up the History and Mythology brought to life before you.
Remain inside to enjoy the city views or continue with lots of time in front of you for more sightseeing!
Flexible booking options are also available to let you include Acropolis Admission Tickets, the Acropolis Museum, or Traditional Food Tastings at an Authentic local eatery! Our tour is also fully Family Friendly.
The entrance Point also follows the much shorter fast-track path to the Parthenon and other main temple, the Erechthion, ensuring you reach both well in advance of large coach groups to enjoy these Jaw dropping masterpieces from the Golden Age of Ancient Greece at the most peaceful time.
The friendly guides are highly qualified state registered, recognised Archaeological Experts with years of experience, so you will be in capable hands as you soak up the History and Mythology brought to life before you.
Remain inside to enjoy the city views or continue with lots of time in front of you for more sightseeing!
Flexible booking options are also available to let you include Acropolis Admission Tickets, the Acropolis Museum, or Traditional Food Tastings at an Authentic local eatery! Our tour is also fully Family Friendly.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
ACROPOLIS only
ACROPOLIS PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Private expert guiding of all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON
ADMISSION NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost).
Duration: 2 hours
YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees.
FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish.
ACROPOLIS PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: Private expert guiding of all the Temples and structures of the Acropolis including the PARTHENON
ADMISSION NOT INCLUDED: Acropolis tickets are not included. We can purchase these on request after booking (extra cost).
Duration: 2 hours
YOUR GUIDE: Our guides are Exclusively State Licensed Archaeological Experts with years of experience, and most holding advanced degrees.
FULLY PRIVATE TOUR: Your tour is fully private from start to finish.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more
- ACROPOLIS PRIVATE TOUR with a Licensed Official Expert
- ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologists
- ACROPOLIS ADMISSION TICKETS. are ONLY included if choosing the option with Tickets Included
- FULLY PRIVATE TOUR. Only your group is guided exclusively from start to finish
- Entrance fee & Tickets are not included unless choosing the 'Including Admission' booking option
Meeting point
MEETING POINT: Your Guide will be waiting in the queue at the Main Entrance directly opposite the Acropolis canteen (please note this is not the Dionysus Eleuthereus Entrance). She will have a sign with your name.
Return details
At the end of your tour when all of the monuments have been viewed, your guide will wish you goodbye in the Acropolis so you can stay on to take in the wonderful views over the city, and for Photos.
- MEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at the front of the queue so you will find her there with a sign with your name written. (pass by)
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Herod Atticus OdeonBuilt in AD 161 by Herodes Atticus in memory of his wife, this stunning Marble amphitheater continues as a working theater to the present day.
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PropylaeaAscend towards the monumental gateway (Propylaia) and entrance to the Acropolis. As the Temples of the Acropolis come into view, the Ancient Greeks would have been greeted by an enormous decorated Bronze Statue of the Goddess Athena. As legend has it, the tip of her upheld spear could be seen by incoming ships in the sunlight.
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Temple of Athena NikeBuilt around 420 BC, and one of the earliest temples of the Acropolis, this Classical Ionic Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Athena and is largely restored, with a prominent position overlooking the City.
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ParthenonThe pinnacle of the 'Golden-Age' of Classical Greece, this temple was an unrivaled mastepiece of Art, Architecture and Engineering as well as the heart of Ancient Greek ceremony and worship in Athens. We Take time at this most important temple with an overview of its construction, mythology and Historical importance.
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ErectheionThe second largest temple of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion was Dedicated to both Zeus and the Goddess Athens and your guide will illuminate some of its wonderful Mythology and main aspects such as its impressive statues that you will now see in the Museum.
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Theatre of DionysusStill in a good state of preservation, one of our first stops is the Ancient THEATER OF DIONYSUS. Built in the 4th & 5th century BC in a natural amphitheater o nthe slopes of the Acropolis it would have had an impressive capacity of 25000, it is considered the world's oldest. Amazing to think that many of the most famous Ancient Greek plays would have had their original premieres here!
- ENDING YOUR TOUR. After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos. If you have chosen a tour option continuing to a second site, you will continue with your guide, ending at your second site. (pass by)
- OPTION TO INCLUDE ACROPOLIS TICKETS If you have selected this booking option, your guide will have your dated and timed entry tickets ready for you. You need do nothing more. (pass by)
- OPTION TO INCLUDE THE NEW ACROPOLIS MUSEUM If you have selected this booking option, your tour is extended to include the nearby Acropolis Museum. (pass by)
- OPTION TO INCLUDE FOOD TASTING Immerse yourself in local Greek Food Culture as you learn about many traditional delicacies, from Loukomades to yemista', yigandes' beeftekia, and many others, including a wide variety of traditional pittas (special pies made with thin 'filo' pastry). See how they are made and end with your choice of dish with your helpful guide (food equivalent to lunch. Vegetarian choices available). (pass by)
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Acropolis FIRST-ENTRANCE Private Tour with Archaeological Expert
Athens, Greece, Europe
$409.20
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!