Things to in Greece

In the company of a Professional Licensed Archaeological Guide, have the incredible History & Mythology of the Acropolis with its iconic Parthenon brought to life before you before a stroll through the bustling Plaka Neighborhood.

From Jaw-Dropping insights for seasoned Historians to amazing stories for junior Archaeologists, our experienced and considerate guide will pitch things appropriately to make the most of your valuable time.

Start your tour journey with the Acropolis, taking in all of the incredible monuments & temples of the site. See the Theater of Dionysus the worlds oldest & consider how some of Ancient Greece’s most famous plays were first performed on its stage some 3000 years before. Continue to the 5-meter-thick defensive walls built not by the classical Greeks, but by their ancestors another thousand years before. Climb to the gigantic entrance, the Propylaea and learn how the sun would have glinted from the bronze spear tip of the gigantic statue of the Goddess Athena that once stood there, the last thing many of the sailors would have seen when leaving from Cape Sounion some 70km away to wars and trade in the ancient Mediterranean. Hear the secrets of the Temple of Nike, learn about the mythology of the Mystical Erechtheion & the struggle between the God Poseidon and Goddess Athena, and wonder at the stunning Parthenon a masterpiece of art and architecture.

Among the panoramic views of Athens stretched out below take in the depth of time cultural & Historical significance with your guide before finally descending through the olive trees to view the Odeon of Herodes Atticus Theater, still in use each Summer.

The famous Plaka area has been continuously inhabited since ancient times & in this charming area with its small streets and pretty houses you will pass by numerous monuments from ancient Greek times, to Roman and Byzantine times spanning some 3000 years. Alongside you will be guided through the most pretty areas and pass by charming shops and markets with a wide mix of authentic products, artisan jewellery & local eateries, to basic souvenir stalls, scattered among shady restaurants & cafes. This is a fun & interesting area & your guide will highlight its many hidden corners & point out some off the beaten parts as well as informing you on its local history & culture.

At the end of your tour, you are free to stay & enjoy the area, or our guide will return you to the meeting point and help with any onward directions needed.

Flexible booking options are also on hand too, so you can also select a more focused 90-minute tour of the Acropolis only, or expand you cultural knowledge with the food option to includes stops in the Plaka for Quintessential Classics like Greek Coffee/Mountain Tea, Souvlaki or traditional savory pies, & Sweet/Cake delicacies.

Going at your own pace & suitable for all ages this is a wonderful & informative start to any tour of Athens & Greece.

Private flexible tour combining the Highlights of Athens with a coastal road trip to the Sounion peninsula & amazing clifftop Temple of Poseidon as you relax along the way in one of our new full extra Mercedes models with free WiFi & bottled water in the company of a highly experienced, knowledgeable & considerate Tour driver.

Visit the highlights including the Acropolis, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Olympic Stadium, Parliament & changing of the guards, and set off along the deep blue colours of the Aegean sea to explore the Temple of Poseidon.

A Skip-the-line Ticket service is included as well as an option to have lunch by the sea in Sounion as well as an expert Archaeological guide for all groups of 8 or more (groups of 1 to 7 by request).

With door to door return transfer to your hotel or cruise ship, this comprehensive and 'go at your own pace' tour aims to provide you with one of the most outstanding experiences of your visit.

Our Private tour Journeys to some of the most impressive remains of Ancient, Classical & Byzantine Greece including 6 UNESCO world heritage sites, spanning over 5000 years in the development of one of the world's great civilizations.

From the first healing centre at Epidaurus to the tombs of Mycenae, to breathtaking Olympia, and the centre of the ancient world at Delphi, as well as the impressive Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Medieval Nafplio and Meteroa. No less impressive is the natural beauty of the accompanying locations as you sit back & relax along the way in full leather comfort in one of our new Mercedes E-Class Sedans or Luxury Class Minivans with WiFi and chilled bottled water.

In addition to our basic High Standard (Gold Package), choose the hassle-free option to add a 3-course Traditional Greek Lunch in one of the best local restaurants (Platinum Package), or further tailor your tour to include an Expert Archaeological Guide at one or more of the sites (on request).