Athens private tour, half day/ up to 5 hour, from Athens, Piraeus
Description
We visit Athens as travelers, not as tourists. We get as excited as you, we love traveling, history, scenery & photography. We love what we do:) Schedule is flexible, but most importantly we can drive on small roads and you will not just see the sights through a bus window. If you’re short on time but want to see everything that Athens has to offer, take a five-hour tour. The day starts with convenient pickup from your location and then takes you to the Acropolis Hill, Zeus Temple and many more. You also have the flexibility to explore each attraction independently or add an archaeologist guide at an additional cost. Do not hesitate to request another pick up or drop off location as Athens International airport. (Distance from Athens 36 km, an extra charge is applicable for Toll Roads, luggage fees & distance). Piraeus port cruise terminal (Distance from Athens 13 km, an extra charge is applicable for luggage fees & distance).
Tour Options
Itinerary
Acropolis Hill includes: Parthenon temple, dedicated to Athens, Erechtion, Dionysus and Herodion theaters
Where took place the begin of Olympic Games in modern times / 1896),
Lycabettus hill rise in middle of Athens up to 660m. We will drive around the hill and see panoramic views of Athens at 360° Do not miss.
See the Tomb of the unknown soldier in front Greek Parliament, continue and visit the spectacular New classical buildings of Athens.
The Academy of Athens The building was designed as part of an architectural "trilogy" in 1859 by the Danish architect Theophil Hansen, along with the University and the National Library. Funds had been provided by the magnate Simon Sinas specifically for the purpose, and the foundation stone was laid on 2 August 1859. Construction proceeded rapidly, after 1861 under the supervision of Ernst Ziller, but the internal tumults during the latter years of King Otto's reign, which resulted in his ousting in 1862, hampered construction until it was stopped in 1864. Works resumed in 1868, but the building was not completed until 1885, at a total cost of 2,843,319 gold drachmas, most of it provided by Sinas, and, after his death, by his wife Ifigeneia. The Academy's main building is one of the major landmarks of Athens.
Omonia Square was constructed in 1846, with its original name being "Plateia Anaktoron" (Palace Square). The area in which the square was going to be built was intended to be used for the construction of the palace (anaktora) by architects Stamatios Kleanthis and Eduard Schaubert. Later, the square was renamed to "Othonos Square" in honor of King Otto, the first king of Greece. After Otto was dethroned, the square was renamed to "Omonoia Square" in 1862, as it was here that the leaders of the opposing political factions gave the oath of peace (omonia) to stop hostilities.
Karaiskaki Square is a large square located in the district of Metaxourgeio and includes a metro station. The largest part of this square has been designed as a green area with trees, flowers and grass. In the center of the square on a pyramidal base stands the Icarus Monument to Fallen Aviators, a modern art metal statue created in 1987 by the sculptor Evangelos Moustakas and the architect Ioannis Moustakas.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
For Private Tours: Traveler pickup is offered to your hotel/ apartment in Athens center, at the arranged time of your tour departure. We suggest that the tour starts at 8:00 am or earlier in summer time. If for any reason this is not convenient, you can adjust the time according to your needs. Additional charge from *15€ per way for longer pickup/drop off locations, more than 7 km from Athens city center. *Piraeus Port (distance 12km), *Piraeus Cruise Terminal (Distance 13km) This charge does not Include: **Airport (distance 36km & Toll Roads) or **Lavrio Port (distance75 km & Toll Roads) **This is under prior agreement with the agent's office
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You Have the options of 3 different Vehicles types: Sedan/ Suv up to 3 adults or family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids - up to 10 years old free) - Minivan ( from 1 to 7 persons - 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free ) - Minibus ( from 1 to 14 persons - 2 kids/ up to 10 years old free). Price varies by Group Size or Vehicle type.
- The driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you on your walk to the top of the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require an archaeologist guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
- Booking hours: Tour is private & flexible (up to 5 hours). However we only request to have in mind the agreement hours. But if you like to extend it, please make a fair arrangement with your tour driver/ leader. Additional charge per hour is 35€ (Sedan) - 50€ (Minivan) - 65€ (Minibus).