Private Athens Highlights Tour with Plaka & Changing of the Guard

Athens, Greece
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the highlights of Athens in a luxury air-conditioned private minivan. Visit iconic landmarks including Syntagma Square, the Changing of the Guard ceremony, Plaka, Lycabettus Hill and other panoramic viewpoints of the city.

This tour does not include an Acropolis visit or admission tickets. Guests who wish to visit the Acropolis may do so independently after the tour or contact us in advance for available options.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Airport pickup and drop-off
  • English-speaking driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Tickets
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. Panathenaic Stadium
    Pass by
    Drive past the historic Panathenaic Stadium, the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble and the venue of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
  2. Changing of the Guard Ceremony
    20m
    Witness the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony in front of the Hellenic Parliament at Syntagma Square and learn about this unique Greek tradition.
  3. Mount Lycabettus
    20m
    Enjoy panoramic views of Athens from the city's highest point. A perfect location for memorable photos overlooking the Acropolis and the Athenian Riviera.
  4. Acropolis Of Athens
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the world-famous Acropolis and admire iconic monuments such as the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the Temple of Athena Nike.

    Acropolis admission tickets are not included in the tour price. Upon request, we can pre-purchase your tickets in advance, allowing you to skip the ticket line and save time. The ticket cost is additional and can be paid directly to the driver when the tickets are delivered before your visit.
  5. Plaka
    1h
    Stroll through the charming neighborhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki, famous for their picturesque streets, local shops, traditional cafés and vibrant atmosphere.

    Guests may also choose to enjoy a meal, refreshments, or souvenir shopping during their free time. Meals, drinks and personal expenses are not included in the tour price.

Meeting and pickup

End point

ATHENS

Pickup details

Your driver will contact you via WhatsApp once they arrive at the agreed pickup location and will provide any final meeting instructions if needed. Please ensure that the phone number provided with your booking is available on WhatsApp. If communication via WhatsApp is not possible, the driver will wait at the agreed meeting point holding a sign with the lead traveler's name. Our goal is to ensure a smooth, easy, and stress-free pickup experience for every traveler.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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