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Meteora & Delphi: 3-Day Small Group Tour with Thermopylae
Meteora & Delphi: 3-Day Small Group Tour with Thermopylae★★★★★★★★★★ 4.63 (95)3dYou’ll stand on cliffside balconies in Meteora as dusk settles over Thessaly, hike or ride to ancient monasteries with a local guide, pause at Thermopylae where legends stood their ground, and wander freely through Delphi’s ruins. With small groups and boutique hotels included, expect moments of quiet awe—and maybe a few laughs along the way.Free cancellationfrom€ 290View ›
Cooking Class Athens: Five courses with Acropolis view
Cooking Class Athens: Five courses with Acropolis view★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (95)4hYou'll spend a hands-on afternoon learning to cook five classic Greek dishes—tzatziki, spinach pie, moussaka, salad, and galatopita—with a professional local chef in Athens. The class includes fresh ingredient selection, step-by-step instruction at the Acropolis view, and both lunch and dinner made from what you've prepared. You leave with recipes you can cook at home and the confidence that you actually know how to make them.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn Greek cooking in a real kitchen setting with a local chef, rather than watch a demonstration or follow a recipe alone at home—the hands-on format and the meals included mean you're cooking and eating, not just observing.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 100View ›
Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Day Trip from Athens with Private Car
Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Day Trip from Athens with Private Car★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (94)7h–9hYou’ll travel from Athens through history—stand above Corinth Canal’s dizzying cliffs, walk Mycenae’s ancient gates, taste fresh seafood in Nafplio’s tangled streets, and test Epidaurus’ legendary acoustics with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. It’s not just sites—it’s moments that stick with you long after you’re back home.Free cancellationfrom€ 192View ›
Athens: Private Night Food Tour & 5 Greek Wine Tastings
Athens: Private Night Food Tour & 5 Greek Wine Tastings★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (94)4hYou meet your local foodie guide at Syntagma Square at dusk and move through three eateries over the course of the evening, tasting souvlaki, then four Greek wines paired with cheese at a wine bar, then a full dinner with appetizers and salad. The tour ends with gelato in Syntagma. All food, wine, and the guide's knowledge are included; you choose your proteins and mention any dietary needs when you book.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to eat like locals without arranging stops or timing themselves—the guide handles the route and introductions, and the fixed menu means you taste more than you could order alone. Plan for an evening out; the multiple stops and wine tasting are what make a full dinner possible without feeling rushed.Free cancellationKids −39%from€ 240View ›
Meteora Monasteries Tour: Greek Lunch & Athens Transfer
Meteora Monasteries Tour: Greek Lunch & Athens Transfer★★★★★★★★★★ 4.72 (92)5hYou’ll step into Meteora’s ancient monasteries with a local guide who brings old stories to life, share a proper Greek lunch in Kalambaka (with veggie options), and catch all those shifting mountain views along the way. Pickup from Athens or Kalambaka makes it simple — just bring some cash for monastery entries and an open mind for what you might feel standing there.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 38View ›
Athens to Piraeus Port: Private Transfer with 24/7 Pickup
Athens to Piraeus Port: Private Transfer with 24/7 Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.53 (92)30m–45mYou’ll be picked up right at your hotel or Airbnb in Athens by a local driver who handles all your luggage and gets you straight to Piraeus Cruise Port—no metro crowds or taxi stress. Enjoy small details like local tips along the way and arrive at your ship calm and on time. That sense of relief is hard to beat.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 34View ›
Athens City to Airport: Private Transfer with English-Speaking Driver
Athens City to Airport: Private Transfer with English-Speaking Driver★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (91)45mYou’ll get picked up at your hotel in Athens city center by a local English-speaking driver who handles your luggage and takes you straight to Athens International Airport in a clean, comfortable car—with WiFi and bottled water included. You’ll have time to relax or chat during the drive, arriving at your terminal without stress or confusion.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 34View ›
Private Off-Road Tour Marathon Lake and Mountain from Athens
Private Off-Road Tour Marathon Lake and Mountain from Athens★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (90)4h–5hA private off-road tour from Athens that takes you 20 km outside the city center to Marathon Lake and the mountain area in a 4x4 vehicle, with a professional driver-guide leading the way through forest, olive groves and river crossings. The tour runs 4 to 5 hours and includes hotel pickup, water and snacks; you'll have the chance to drive the vehicle yourself under supervision on natural terrain. Children from age 4 are welcome, and the tour runs rain or shine.Is it for me?This tour is built for travelers who want to get off the main roads and actually handle a 4x4 on real terrain, not just ride in one—the private vehicle and the driving opportunity are what set it apart from a standard guided tour.Free cancellationKids −62%from€ 120View ›
Athens: Acropolis & Museum Spanish Tour with Fast Entry
Athens: Acropolis & Museum Spanish Tour with Fast Entry★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (90)5h 30mYou’ll walk ancient marble at the Acropolis with a Spanish-speaking guide, pass legendary sites like Syntagma Square and Hadrian’s Arch by comfy coach, skip long lines at each stop, and get lost among timeless statues in the cool halls of the Acropolis Museum. Expect laughter, real stories, and maybe a few surprises along Athens’ sunlit streets.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −27%from€ 110View ›
Athens: Acropolis Skip-the-Line & Poseidon Sunset Full Day
Athens: Acropolis Skip-the-Line & Poseidon Sunset Full Day★★★★★★★★★★ 4.50 (86)9hYou skip the Acropolis entry line with reserved tickets and explore the Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, and Panathenaic Stadium with a small group and licensed guide. After a lunch break in Athens, you're driven along the coast to a beach stop (May–October), then to the Temple of Poseidon for sunset. The tour includes bottled water, air-conditioned transport, and all entry fees; you'll need to arrive 10 minutes early to keep your Acropolis time slot.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Athens sights without arranging your own entry tickets and transport, and you're drawn to the Temple of Poseidon at sunset—the reserved Acropolis slot and the afternoon drive are what make both possible in one day.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 150View ›
Athens & Cape Sounion: Private Day Tour with Local Meal
Athens & Cape Sounion: Private Day Tour with Local Meal★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (86)8hYou’ll wander Athens’ ancient highlights with a local guide who knows all the shortcuts—and stories—before heading along the coast to Cape Sounion’s windswept temple. Enjoy a proper Greek meal (moussaka included), snacks, coffee by Lake Vouliagmeni, and time to let history sink in before heading back with a little souvenir in your pocket.Free cancellation-5%from€ 95View ›
Athens: Acropolis, Plaka & City Landmarks Full Day Tour
Athens: Acropolis, Plaka & City Landmarks Full Day Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (85)8hYou’ll walk ancient stones at the Acropolis, watch guards march in silence outside Parliament, taste souvlaki in Plaka’s tangled streets, and see Athens spread out from Lycabettus Hill—all with a local driver who shares stories along the way. It’s less about checking boxes and more about feeling Athens under your feet.Free cancellationfrom€ 140View ›
Athens: Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa Day Trip & Private Pickup
Athens: Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa Day Trip & Private Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.58 (85)4h–5hYou’ll float in Vouliagmeni’s warm mineral waters, chat with locals or your guide about old legends, then unwind over fresh Greek mezedes at a lakeside taverna before heading back to Athens feeling lighter than when you left.Free cancellationfrom€ 110View ›
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Museum Tour with Greek Lunch
Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Museum Tour with Greek Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (84)5hYou’ll walk through Athens’ Acropolis with an archaeologist guide, touch ancient marble at the Parthenon, peer into daily life at the Acropolis Museum, and end sharing real Greek food with your group. Expect laughter, small surprises, and moments that stick with you long after you leave those old stones behind.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −35%from€ 140View ›
Athens Nea Makri: Small Group Scuba Dive for Beginners
Athens Nea Makri: Small Group Scuba Dive for Beginners★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (83)4hYou’ll learn to scuba dive near Athens with patient local guides in Nea Makri — starting with simple lessons, then practicing together in shallow water before exploring deeper blue. All equipment is included along with hotel pickup and even photos from your first dive. You’ll come away feeling braver than you expected.Free cancellationfrom€ 90View ›
Delphi Full Day Tour: Temple of Apollo & Museum
Delphi Full Day Tour: Temple of Apollo & Museum★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (83)10hA private full-day tour from Athens to Delphi takes you to the ancient sanctuary of Apollo, the Hosios Loukas Monastery, and the Archaeological Museum, with hotel pickup and a driver knowledgeable in history. The driver does not accompany you inside sites or museums; if you want a licensed guide to lead you through the ruins and artifacts, that's available for an additional cost. The day runs roughly ten hours depending on traffic.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a private vehicle with a driver who knows the history but won't guide you through the sites—add a licensed guide at booking if you need one inside Delphi, or explore independently at your own pace.Free cancellationfrom€ 268View ›
Athens: Greek Mythology Treasure Hunt for Kids & Family Fun
Athens: Greek Mythology Treasure Hunt for Kids & Family Fun★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (83)4hYou’ll follow clues through Athens’ lively streets, from Plaka to the Temple of Olympian Zeus and lush National Gardens, guided by a local expert who makes mythology feel alive. Kids get hands-on with games and activities—while adults might find themselves swept up too. Expect laughter, surprises, and new stories to bring home.Free cancellationInfants freefrom€ 145View ›
Delphi & Thermopylae Day Trip Private Tour with Driver
Delphi & Thermopylae Day Trip Private Tour with Driver★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (82)10h–11hA private full-day tour from Athens to the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Delphi and the ancient battlefield at Thermopylae, traveling in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and a driver fluent in English who provides historical commentary. You choose between lunch included with traditional Greek food or without food, and can arrange a licensed tour guide upon request. Museum entries and lunch are paid on-site or included depending on your option.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Athens and want to see Delphi and Thermopylae without renting a car or navigating between sites — the private vehicle and included pickup mean you travel on your schedule, and the driver handles the route while you focus on the ruins. Choose the option with lunch included if you'd rather not search for a tavern midday; pick the no-food option if you prefer to eat where and when you choose.Free cancellationfrom€ 211View ›
2-Hour Walking Tour Athens: Acropolis, Plaka & Hidden Gems
2-Hour Walking Tour Athens: Acropolis, Plaka & Hidden Gems★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (80)2hA 2-hour walking tour of central Athens led by a local guide in English, covering the Acropolis, Parthenon, Plaka neighborhood, Syntagma Square, the Ancient Agora and the Presidential guard change. The guide provides history at each stop and curated tips for food, shopping and activities for the rest of your stay in Greece.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Athens with a free afternoon or morning and want to see the main sights without spending a full day on it. The 2-hour frame and local guide mean you get oriented to the city center, understand what you're looking at, and leave with a plan for what to do next—all before lunch or dinner.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefrom€ 33View ›
Meteora day tour from Athens: 3 monasteries, 4 hours
Meteora day tour from Athens: 3 monasteries, 4 hours★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (80)4hA 4-hour guided tour of Meteora departing from Kalabaka train station at 12:49 pm, designed for travelers arriving by train from Athens or Thessaloniki. You visit three of the six active monasteries from inside, see all of them from panoramic viewpoints, explore Hermit Caves, and stop in the village of Kastraki. The guide is a local expert; the group stays small in a minibus, and the itinerary packs the highlights into an afternoon so you can return the same day.Is it for me?Book the shared tour if you're comfortable meeting other travelers and want to keep the cost down; choose private if you prefer your own pace and want the guide's full attention. Either way, the afternoon timing works only if you're arriving by train—if you're driving or need transport from Athens itself, the separate bus-transfer option pairs the tour with a morning pickup from your hotel.Free cancellationInfants freefrom€ 40View ›
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