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Acropolis GOLDEN LIGHT Private Tour with Licensed Archaeologist
Athens, Greece, Europe
$364.95
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Photographers will appreciate the Acropolis and the Parthenon, as the morning and afternoon light creates a magical atmosphere with honey-colored hues. A friendly expert guide will ensure you skip ticket lines and avoid crowds while exploring this iconic site.
- 📸 All classical temples and structures of the Acropolis are included in the tour.
- 🏛️ Highlights consist of the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Propylaia, Temple of Nike, and Ancient Theaters.
- 📚 Learn about the amazing history, architecture, and mythology from your experienced guide.
- 👨👩👧👦 The tour is family-friendly and suitable for all levels of interest, adapting to your needs.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
TOUR 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: 1 hour 30 minutes
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: 1 hour 30 minutes
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
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- WHISPER COMMUNICATION SYSTEM is included for groups of 6 or more
- BOOKING OPTION (Tour + Food Tasting): Includes Traditional Food Tastings at local eateries
- BOOKING OPTION (Tour + Admission): Includes Skip-The-Line Acropolis Admission Tickets
- ACROPOLIS TICKETS - Included ONLY if selecting an option with Tickets included
- ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPERT GUIDES. All are fully Accredited State Licensed Official Archaeologists
- BOOKING OPTION (Tour + Admission + First Entrance): Includes Tickets & First Entry at the Acropolis
- ACROPOLIS FULLY PRIVATE TOUR with a Licensed Official Expert
- Admission Tickets are not included if selecting the 'Tour Only' booking option
Meeting point
MEETING POINT: Makrigianni 7, Athina. 117 42 (close to the Acropolis Museum)
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 7 Makrygianni Street at the Acropolis Metro stop which is just around the corner from the Acropolis Main Entrance. PLEASE NOTE: If selecting the 'First Entrance' Tour option, your meeting point is: Acropolis Canteen, Athens 105 58, Greece Our tour visits the Acropolis either in the morning (First Entrance Option) and afternoon '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 in the afternoon 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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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!
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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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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.
- BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE FOOD TASTING. If you have selected this booking option you can also 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. (pass by)
- BOOKING 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)
- BOOKING OPTION TO INCLUDE ACROPOLIS TICKETS. AND FIRST ENTRANCE. If you have selected this booking option, your Acropolis Admission tickets are included and your guide will be holding a place for you at the front of the queue at 07:45 so you will be one of the first to enter the Acropolis. (pass by)
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 LIGHT Private Tour with Licensed Archaeologist
Athens, Greece, Europe
$364.95
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!