Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis

Duration2h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

See the sights of Athens in this fun and easy 9km journey by regular or electric bike. During this 2.5 hour relaxed pace tour on quiet streets and narrow paths, we make stops at many of the must-see sights of Athens, including the Ancient Agora, Roman Forum and the Athens Cathedral.

Gain local insight to the city and enjoy a modern view of Athens without missing the amazing ancient part.

Should you wish to combine the cycling tour with a guided visit to Acropolis then the Bike tour + Acropolis option is the right option for you! This way, not only you will have a complete overview of the city from a local’s perspective, but you will have also expanded your knowledge around the rich history of the monumental Acropolis.

Options

E-BIKE TOUR

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: The tour lasts about 3 hours.
JOIN WITH AN ELECTRIC BIKE: The electric bikes will guarantee a relaxed and enjoyable ride around the Acropolis hill and the historical city center.

E-BIKE+ACROPOLIS+TICKETS

INCLUDES A TOUR TO ACROPOLIS: An extra 1.5 h stop with your licensed tour guide at the Acropolis site.
ACROPOLIS TICKETS INCLUDED:: Tickets are provided during the check in.

PRIVATE ELECTRIC BIKE TOUR

PRIVATE TOUR: Uncover the charms of both the ancient and the modern city centre of Athens on an electric bike privately
Duration: 3 hours
ELECTRIC BIKE

BIKE TOUR- REGULAR BIKE

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: The tour lasts for about 3 hours
JOIN WITH A REGULAR BIKE: Explore the historical city center in a fun and relaxed bike ride with our top quality trekking bikes.

What's included

Acropolis Guided tour with a licensed guide (for bookings with the option "Bike Tour + Acropolis"
English speaking tour leader
Athens' Suggestion List
VAT & all taxes
Top quality bikes (electric or regular according to your selection)+ Helmet

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Acropolis Entry Ticket (unless option is selected)

What to expect

5m

Check in and bike fitting
Acropolis Museum
5m · Admission ticket not included

Short stop to get tips about visiting Acropolis
Herod Atticus Odeon
Pass by

A beautiful Roman amphitheater
Pnyx
Pass by

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National Observatory of Athens
10m

We leave the bikes and have a 10min walk to have a breathtaking view of Athens from above
5m

A 5 minutes stop to check out this local neighborhood
Kerameikos Cemetery
5m · Admission ticket not included

We pass by one of the most important sights of Athens
Ancient Agora of Athens
Pass by

A secret path leads us outside of the birthplace of democracy
Roman Agora
5m · Admission ticket not included

A 5 minutes stop for pictures outside the Gate of the Roman forum
Tower of the Winds
Pass by

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Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
10m

A 10 minutes break to visit one of the biggest Orthodox church in Athens
Adrianou Street
Pass by

The main market street of Plaka
Plaka
10m

We will pass by the old town of Athens and make stops to scenic corners
Hadrian's Library
Pass by

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Pass by

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Temple of Aries
5m · Admission ticket not included

A 5 minute stop in order to marvel the temple from afar and take pictures
Acropolis
5m · Admission ticket not included

Admire the most important archaeological site in Greece from a breathtaking point of view
Fethiye Mosque
Pass by

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Panathenaic Stadium
10m · Admission ticket not included

A 10 minutes stop to admire the magnificent stadium that hosted the first Olympic games (Not available with the Athens Essentials e-bike tour option.)
Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center
5m · Admission ticket not included

We check out one of the most beautiful neoclassical buildings in Athens (Not available with the Athens Essentials e-bike tour option.)
Pass by

.(Not available with the Athens Essentials e-bike tour option.)
Arch of Hadrian
5m

Our final stop to the most photographed monument in Athens (Not available with the Athens Essentials e-bike tour option.)
Presidential Mansion
10m · Admission ticket not included

Check out the presidential Guards in front of this ex-royal palace (Not available with the Athens Essentials e-bike tour option.)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is 60m from the "Acropolis" metro station, at Athanasiou Diakou 16 Street & Syggrou Avenue, 11742 Athens.(link).
When using Google or Apple Maps, be sure to include the postal code 11742 to locate us correctly. Piraeus port is about 40 minutes by taxi depending on the traffic.

End point

The meeting point is 60m from the "Acropolis" metro station, at Athanasiou Diakou 16 Street & Syggrou Avenue, 11742 Athens.(link).
When using Google or Apple Maps, be sure to include the postal code 11742 to locate us correctly. Piraeus port is about 40 minutes by taxi depending on the traffic.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our e-bikes are suitable for riders 147 cm (5 ft) and taller. If you're between 147–160 cm, please let us know in advance so we can arrange a smaller bike. Participants under 147 cm can join with a regular bike (ONLY FOR E-BIKE OPTION)
Our tours will operate under all weather conditions, rain or shine
Please arrive at the starting point 15 minutes early. The bike tour begins promptly at the scheduled time and late arrivals cannot be accommodated
Please note that there are no restroom facilities at our meeting point
This tour is suitable for all fitness levels, as long as you can ride a bike. Not recommended for those with heart conditions or other serious medical issues
Participants must be over 12 years old
This tour does not include entry to archaeological sites (except for the Electric Bike + Acropolis Visit option). The focus is on exploring the city’s layout, enjoying the ride, and capturing great photos and it does not include an in-depth historical commentary
This tour is limited to a maximum of 12 participants
The tour leader may modify the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances or traffic regulations on the day of the tour
For option 'Electric Bike + Acropolis Visit' :Acropolis entrance tickets are included, so please do not purchase them separately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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