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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Dear travellers welcome!
This day tour from Athens takes you to three key battlefields of the Greco-Persian Wars. First, visit Marathon, where the Athenians triumphed over Persia in 490 BCE, and see the Marathon Tomb. Next, head to Thermopylae, where Leonidas and his 300 Spartans made their heroic last stand in 480 BCE, commemorated by the Leonidas Monument. Finally, explore Plataea, where the Greeks secured victory in 479 BCE, ending the Persian invasion. After a day of history and legend, return to Athens with a deeper appreciation of these epic battles.
This tour is PRIVATE. We will make sure you will have the most amazing day!
What's included
Pick up from your Athens Hotel, Airbnb or Cruise ship.
Expert Athenian driver fluent in English, insightful commentary. CANNOT enter the sites with you.
Comfortable transportation. A/C, Bottled Water
Licensed Tour guide upon request, depending on availability. Extra cost ~200 euros paid to the guide
Gratuities (At your discretion)
Lunch
Tickets to the sites
What to expect
Marathon Tomb
30m · Admission ticket not included
Visit the tomb where the 192 brave Athenians where buried after the battle.
Archaeological Museum of Marathon
30m · Admission ticket not included
The permanent exhibition of the Archaeological Museum of Marathon presents the history of the area from the Prehistoric era until the Roman period through a display of finds that were aggregated from the Prehistoric cemeteries of Vrana and Tsepi, the tombs of the Athenians and the Plataians who fought at the Battle of Marathon (490 BC)
Marathon
15m
The trophy of the battle
Marathon
20m
Now a panoramic view of the whole plane of Marathon and the marsh land. Enjoy this incredible view of Marathon bay and imagine the glorious battle taking place 2500 yeras ago
Marathon
30m
Marathon dam and the beatiful artificial lake. Made from pentelic marble like the Acropolis monuments, this is the water reservoir of the city of Athens
Thermopylae
45m
The Thermopylae battlefield, where the Spartans made their heroic stand in 480 BC, is a deeply moving experience. Here, visitors can see the imposing statue of King Leonidas, symbolizing the bravery and sacrifice of the 300 Spartans who fought valiantly against overwhelming Persian forces. Nearby, a monument honors the 700 Thespians who chose to stand alongside the Spartans, showcasing their shared courage in the face of certain death. The informative center offers valuable insights into the battle's historical context, strategy, and the profound legacy it left on Western civilization.
Plataea
30m
The tour pauses at the windswept plain of Plataea, where the decisive battle of 479 BCE unfolded. Here, Greek hoplites, outnumbered but resolute, crushed the Persian forces of Mardonius, securing Greece’s freedom. The guide gestures toward the remnants of the ancient city walls, recounting tales of heroism and strategy that shaped Western history. The silence of the field contrasts with the echoes of clashing bronze and battle cries that once filled the air.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Pick up and drop off included from your accomodation or Cruise ship.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is already included to the total duration.
Tour start time can be customized to suit your schedule – contact us after booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
