Shore Excursion Athens, Acropolis and Efficient Airport Transfer
Overview
Modern Athens offers a rich tapestry of history and culture, highlighted by landmarks such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon. This private tour provides an excellent overview for first-time visitors.
- 🏛️ Visit iconic sites including the Panathenaiko Stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, the Parliament, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
- 🕍 Marvel at the magnificent Temple of Zeus during your exploration.
- 🚖 A comfortable transfer to Athens Airport is included at the end of your tour for your onward flight.
- 📅 This half-day tour is designed for those looking to experience Athens in a personalized setting.
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Pickup included
- Pick up from Piraeus Cruise Terminal
- Pre-purchased tickets for Acropolis
- Private Transfer to the airport
- Private Car & English speaking driver
- Lisenced Tour guide in Acropolis
- Gratuities
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PiraeusPick you up from your cruise ship to start your Athens City Tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this half day tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens.
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AcropolisStart with visit to Acropolis, where we’ll explore its renowned monuments, including the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike, each offering stunning insights into the art and architecture of ancient Greece
- You will continue with your driver for Athens City Tour including the Parliament, the University, the National Library, and the Presidential Residence (formerly the King's residence), where you’ll see the traditional Presidential Guards, the Evzones. We’ll pass by the historic Panathenaic Stadium, the site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, and the magnificent Temple of Olympian Zeus, one of the largest temples of the ancient world. (pass by)
- The Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens, also known as the Olympieion, was one of ancient Greece’s largest temples, dedicated to Zeus. Built over several centuries and completed by Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century CE, it originally had 104 massive columns, of which 15 still stand, showcasing the grandeur of ancient Greek and Roman architecture. (pass by)
- Discover the heart of Greece on our captivating tour featuring the Hellenic Parliament and the iconic Presidential Guards, known as the Evzones. (pass by)
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Athens International Airport Eleftherios VenizelosWe will take a leisurely route and drop you off at Athens airport for your departure.