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Private Tour Acropolis and Athens Highlights
Private Tour Acropolis and Athens Highlights

Private Tour Acropolis and Athens Highlights

By Colours of Greece
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$209 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Journey to Athens, cradle of democracy and philosophy! Ascend Acropolis Hill, where the Parthenon, a majestic temple, stands as a testament to a glorious civilisation. Feel the thrill of history at the Panathenaic Stadium, birthplace of the modern Olympics, and witness the changing of the guard ceremony at the Presidential Mansion. Marvel at the Temple of Olympian Zeus, a colossal monument to Greek artistry. Finally, lose yourself in the enchanting Plaka, Athens' charming old town

Activity location

  • Acropolis
    • Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str.
    • 105 58, Athens, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Acropolis
    • Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str.
    • 105 58, Athens, Greece

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Private Tour Acropolis and Athens Highlights
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
AU$208.90 x 2 AdultsAU$417.80
Total
Price is AU$417.80
Until Tue, 4 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedFor groups of 1-4 people, our tours utilise saloon vehicles.
  • What's includedWhat's includedWiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pick up/ Drop off
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional English speaking Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of History
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLicensed Guide to accompany you into archaeological sites
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance Fees to archaeological sites and museums
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAirport pick-up is optional and comes with additional cost

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking and exploring the various sites.
  • Bring a hat and sun cream, as the weather in Greece can be hot and sunny
  • Pre-order your tickets online a few days before your visit: hhticket.gr
  • Child seat available upon request

Activity itinerary

Acropolis
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Pass by: • Erectheion • Temple of Athena Nike • Theatre of Dionysus • Herodus Atticus Odeon
Parthenon
  • 20m
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis that was dedicated to the goddess Athena during the fifth century BC. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the highlights of classical Greek art, an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece, democracy and Western civilisation.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Temple of Olympian Zeus is a former colossal temple dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus,. Construction began in the 6th century BC, but it was not completed until the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, 638 years after the its foundations were laid. During the Roman period, the temple, which included 104 colossal columns, was renowned as the largest temple in Greece and housed one of the largest statues in the ancient world.
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
  • 20m
The Changing of the Guard in Athens is a captivating spectacle that draws visitors from all over the world. It takes place hourly at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Syntagma Square, and is a must-see for anyone interested in Greek history and culture.
Panathinaiko Stadio
  • 15m
The first stadium was built at 330 BC primarily for the Panathenaic Games. It was rebuilt in marble by Herodes Atticus, an Athenian Roman senator, by 144 AD it had a capacity of 50,000 seats. The stadium was excavated in 1869. After being refurbished, it hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympics in 1896 and it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.
Presidential Palace (Pass by)
The Presidential mansion in Athens, is the official residence of the president of the Hellenic Republic. It served previously as the Royal Palace, until the abolition of the monarchy by the 1973 referendum.
Syntagma District (Pass by)
•Greek Parliament •National Garden
Mount Lycabettus
  • 20m
Lycabettus Hill is the highest point in Athens at a height of 277m. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the whole of Athens, the Acropolis and out to sea towards the islands.
Plaka (Pass by)
Plaka is often referred to as the “Area of the Gods” because it is located on the North-Eastern slopes of the Acropolis hill. Its charm comes from its ancient and picturesque cobbled streets lined with beautiful neoclassical mansions and iconic Greek white houses.
Ancient Agora of Athens
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Pass by: • Stoa of Attalos • Temple of Hephaestus • Church of holy Apostles The Agora's initial use was for a commercial, assembly, or residential gathering place where the great thinkers Sophocles, Socrates, Protagoras, among others, would meet and where ordinary citizens could come and interact with their peers, voice their concerns, agree on solutions and courses of action.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAcropolis
    • Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str.
    • 105 58, Athens, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAcropolis
    • Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str.
    • 105 58, Athens, Greece

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