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Acropolis 'GOLDEN-HOUR' Private Tour with Licensed Expert Guide
Athens, Greece, Europe
$362.60
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Overview
See the Acropolis in the 'GOLDEN-LIGHT' of the morning or afternoon sun where the Magical effect of the light at this time illuminates the honey colored Hues of the Parthenon's Mable and gives its special atmospheric effect on the plateau of the Acropolis. Ideal for photography.
Skip the ticket lines with your friendly Expert guide to see the pinnacle of Classical Greece and at a time without crowds.
On our tour you will experience all the classical temples & structures of the Acropolis including the iconic Parthenon & mystical Erechtheion, The Propylaia, Temple of Nike and Ancient Theaters as you learn all about their amazing History, Architecture, and Mythology. Our Tour is Family friendly and suitable for all levels of interest to which your experienced guide will naturally adapt.
Skip the ticket lines with your friendly Expert guide to see the pinnacle of Classical Greece and at a time without crowds.
On our tour you will experience all the classical temples & structures of the Acropolis including the iconic Parthenon & mystical Erechtheion, The Propylaia, Temple of Nike and Ancient Theaters as you learn all about their amazing History, Architecture, and Mythology. Our Tour is Family friendly and suitable for all levels of interest to which your experienced guide will naturally adapt.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
90-Min ACROPOLIS SUNRISE TOUR
90-Minute ACROPOLIS TOUR: Explore the Parthenon and see all the monuments of the Acropolis in the company of a Private Licensed Archaeological Guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
90-Minute ACROPOLIS TOUR: Explore the Parthenon and see all the monuments of the Acropolis in the company of a Private Licensed Archaeological Guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Private Tour, Exclusive to your Group alone
- A fully Accredited Official Expert, Licensed to enter the Acropolis
- 90-Hour Private Guided Tour of the Acropolis
- Whisper Communication System for groups of 6 or more
- Acropolis TICKETS - ONLY if selecting the option '90-Min TOUR INCLUDING TICKETS' (times from 1:30pm)
- ACROPOLIS ADMISSION. Unless selecting the option '90-Min TOUR INCLUDING TICKETS' (times from 1:30pm)
Meeting point
MEETING POINT: the ‘ACROPOLI’ Metro station, at street level. 7 Makrygianni Street.
Your guide will have a sign with the name of the lead traveler written.
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 have more time for photo's. Your guide will point out the exit to make sure you are orientated.
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AcropolisMEETING OUR GUIDE. Your guide will be waiting at Makrygianni Street at the Acropolis Metro stop which is just around the corner from the Acropolis Main Entrance. Our tour visits the Acropolis either in the morning and afternoons 'Golden-Light' period, to both get ahead of the coach tours and heat of the day, but also to experience the lights effects on the Monuments of the Acropolis. The special light at this time heightens the honey-colored hues of the ancient temple's marble, as well as being the best light in which to experience some beautiful panoramic views over Athens.
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Teatro Di DionisoStill 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!
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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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Tempio Di 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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The 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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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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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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AcropolisENDING YOUR TOUR. After completion, your guide will leave you in the Acropolis so you have more time to enjoy the views & take photos.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Acropolis 'GOLDEN-HOUR' Private Tour with Licensed Expert Guide
Athens, Greece, Europe
$362.60
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!