Athens Highlights Private Half-Day Tour Discount Tickets

Overview

Experience the highlights of Athens, the cradle of Democracy, in a 5-hour private tour designed for travelers who want to explore the city’s essential landmarks in comfort and efficiency. Accompanied by a professional English-speaking driver, this journey combines ancient monuments, neoclassical architecture, and panoramic city views in a seamless experience. Begin at the iconic Acropolis of Athens (1h 30m), followed by a drive past the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Continue to the Panathenaic Stadium (15 min), then the Hellenic Parliament at Syntagma Square (15 min) for the Changing of the Guard. Admire the Academy of Athens (10 min) and ascend Mount Lycabettus (15 min) for sweeping views. The tour concludes at the Acropolis Museum (1 hour), completing a full journey through Athens’ heritage. Flexible tailor-made tours, certified English-speaking tour drivers, modern Mercedes fleet, licensed tourism vehicles, dedicated customer support, and licensed guides upon request.

Pickup Information

Airport Pickup:Your driver will meet you upon your arrival at the Athens International Airport - “Eleftherios Venizelos”, at the customs exit, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Port pickup: Your driver will meet you at the Piraeus Port cruise ship terminal, holding an H.P. Tours sign with your name on. Notice that Piraeus port has three terminals, Terminal A, B and C. Depending on the terminal that your ship will dock at, your driver will be waiting for you at the corresponding exit. (e.g. If your ship docks at Terminal A, your driver will meet you at the Terminal A exit etc.) In case your ship docks at Terminal B or Terminal C and the corresponding exit gate is closed, you will need to take the shuttle bus to come to Terminal A (3 MIN RIDE), where your driver will be waiting for you.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Skip the booth queues for tickets – optional advance booking available

Bottled water

On-board WiFi

In-vehicle air conditioning

Professional Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites)

Private transportation

Exclusion

Entrance Fees to the Acropolis & the Acropolis Museum (50.00 Euros per adult)

Snacks

Gratuities

English-speaking licensed tour guide (Optional / 260 Euros payable in cash).Subject to availability.

Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type)

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: Cruise ship's name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

Your English- speaking driver will explain about the ancient monuments that you are about to visit, the ancient history of Greece and interesting facts about historical and modern-day Greece but is not allowed by law to accompany you in the sites. If you wish to have a licensed tour guide to accompany you into the sites, we will help you arrange a licensed tour guide to be with you at an extra cost.

Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group.

Infant car seats or boosters are available upon request