Greece Athens Culture & Historical Tours

If you are looking for a special and extraordinary destination for this summer, "Greece" should take place at the top of your list. This is one of the best tours in Greece. Enjoy first-class service, professionally guided, and luxury transportation throughout your visit. In Athens, you will see one of the greatest works of ancient Greek architecture and the sculptures on its exterior, which are the highest point of Greek art. The next magnificent destination is Mycenae. While you are walking within the 3,500 year old city walls, you can trace Agamemnon’s spirit, Achilles' will, and one of the best military tactics of all time; the Trojan Horse. The Olympic fever flared up here and the words "gnothi seauton" (know thyself) still be read at the entrance of the temple of Apollo in Delphi. The magnificent landscape of Meteora is one of the highlights of this tour. 

If you are looking for something special and extraordinary then look no further in Greece . One of the best tour in Greece, Enjoy first class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Athens. Enjoy first class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Thessaloniki. You can feel the glorious Byzantine past in some of the oldest churchs for Christian World. This an exquisite tour for you with all the bells and whistles.

If you are looking for something special and extraordinary then look no further in Greece . One of the best tour in Greece, Enjoy first class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Athens. This an exquisite tour for you with all the bells and whistles.

This itinerary is subject to change dependent on Greek ferry schedules. Although it is rare, occasionally ferry schedules are changed without notice, and sometimes a scheduled ferry departure may be cancelled due to weather conditions. If this occurs the program may need to be adjusted slightly, and at times it may mean you will spend less or more place in one location than originally planned for. This is the nature of Greek Island travel, and we thank you for your understanding in the rare ev

Start and end in Athens! With the Explorer tour Greece for Cosmopolitans, you have a 11 days tour package taking you through Athens, Greece and 7 other destinations in Europe. Greece for Cosmopolitans includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Duration: 7 hoursTour Type: PrivateAges: All AgesActivity Type: Culture, Food, Iconic sitesLanguage: EnglishTime: 9:30 AMHighlights:Stroll the historic neighborhoods of Makrygianni, Plaka, Anafiotika, and Philoppapos Hill and marvel at ancient monuments and neo-Classical mansions.Visit the Acropolis with an awarded archaeologist guideSavor freshly baked pastries and homemade sweet bread at a family-owned bakery and a neo-Classical gem.Boost your energy with a Freddo espresso or frappé coffee, the famous Greek-style iced coffees.Dig into the country’s largest open-air market for undiscovered “antiques.”Enjoy a cocktail on a rooftop with Acropolis viewsTaste It, See It and Experience It — In Athens!Discover the best of Athens in a Day!Tour snapshotImmerse yourself in the Athenian culture by exploring ancient masterpieces and mingling with hipsters in trendy neighborhoods. Explore the best of Athens in a day!Learn all about ancient Greek Mythology while visiting the Acropolis. The city that invented cities has survived for 5,000 years and remains a world-class destination for travelers. Taste it, see it and experience it with a Local Adventures local guide. Sure, the ancient monuments are exciting but wait until you taste the savory pies hot from the oven and shake up your own cocktail.Hands-on Element: Try wrapping your own gyros, at one of the city’s oldest establishments.Local Interactions: Meet local shop owners who have been continuing their family businesses, including a sandal maker who is also a poet and who has had customers such as The Beatles, Barbra Streisand, Lily Tomlin, and Sarah Jessica Parker.Local impact — How you help the local community by joining this tourYour tour supports locally-run businesses, such as a sandal-maker, which helps preserve traditional crafts for the next generation.All of the stores your visit on your tour are 100% locally owned and run.Full ItineraryBegin just off the Acropolis Metro Station in Makrygianni, where you can see 5,000-year-old city remnants nestled beneath the new Acropolis Museum. Follow your licensed guide and walk uphill to admire the Acropolis and listen to myths and tales that formed Greek Mythology.Stroll around Koukaki, one of Athens’s hippest and liveliest neighborhoods. Stop at Taki’s Bakery, which has been satiating neighbors since 1962, for a koulouri sesame ring or tsoureki, sweet Greek bread.Immerse yourself in Athenian coffee culture by sipping a Freddo espresso or frappé coffee. In Greece, iced coffee drinks are popular year-round.Next, visit the Acropolis Museum! Explore the new, modern and impressive Acropolis Museum with your awarded guide. Learn amazing details about all the masterpieces on display and grasp the opportunity to walk among the excavations underneath the glass floors!Then, head to Philopappos Hill. Follow the trail with the marble monument of Philopappos, completed in 119 A.D., and the monument of Pnyx, where ancient Athenians like Pericles and Themistocles spoke. There’s a great view of the Acropolis. More great views await as you stroll Anafiotika, with its cobblestone alleys and the white-washed homes nearly stacked on top of one another.Wander around the historic neighborhood of Plaka and stop for a delicious variety of local pites, or Greek homemade savory pies. Continue to the country’s largest open-air market for treasures, some billed as “antiques” but probably not.Meet a sandal artisan and poet in his workshop. Three generations of his family have served celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, The Beatles, and Barbra Streisand. Perhaps order a pair for yourself.Then, try wrapping your own gyros at one of the city’s oldest establishments. It’s not so easy to get the pita filled with meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie, tomato, onion, tzatziki sauce, and, sometimes, French fries.It’s cocktail hour, so we’ll finish up at a hipster bar’s rooftop which has breathtaking views of the Acropolis, the Roman Agora, and Hadrian’s Library. It’s a perfect spot to say “yiamas” to your new friends.

Duration: 4 hoursTour Type: Shared (max 12 people) and PrivateAges: All AgesActivity Type: Culture, NeighbourhoodLanguage: EnglishTime: 4.00 PMHighlights:Discover Athens beyond the mainstream attractions by exploring its bohemian side, from funky workshops to cool cafés.Visit Athenians’ favourite alternative districts with a local by your side.Find amazing graffiti and learn about one of the biggest street art scenes in the world.Wander around back streets and discover cultural spaces and art studios.Eat and sip your way through the city with a Greek coffee, spirits, sweets, and a meze as you hear stories and tales behind city sites.Meeting point:At the exit of Panepistimio metro station (in front of the old building of the University of Athens, on Panepistimiou Street).We will be standing between the metro station and the university building, holding an Athens Local Adventures signPanepistimio, Athens 106 79.Guests’ pickup is offered for the private group option. Pick up time adjustable upon your request. We will meet you at your Athens hotel lobby or Piraeus Port. Our guide will be holding a sign with your name. Call us to arrange.Discover Athens beyond the mainstream attractionsTour snapshotThis walking tour of Athens introduces you to the alternative and artsy sights of Athens, the kind of places that travelers often miss because they don’t know about them. Walk with us and see why it’s called the new Berlin. Let us show you a different side of Europe’s oldest city, a side that locals-only know.Experience alternative Athens by walking downtown through back alleys and into neighborhoods where bohemian shops, amazing street art, hidden courtyards, and indie cafés are located, attracting locals and travellers who like escaping the tourist traps.Local impact — How you help the local community by joining this tourThis tour supports the new generation of Athenians, such as young artists, by promoting their work and their enterprises to help them thrive through the financial crisis.By joining this tour, we support businesses in neighborhoods that aren’t generally impacted by tourism.Full ItineraryAthens may be famous for its ancient glory like the Parthenon, the Caryatids, and all the other wonders of Greece’s mythical times, but Athens is not only about the past! It is a modern city with creative locals and cool vibes, a city with modern-day stories and secrets as exciting as the Greek myths!On this Athens city tour, you wander around lesser-known neighbourhoods where locals love to hang out and discover secret corners that are beyond areas traditionally found in guidebooks.Start your tour by sipping a traditional Greek coffee in a central-but-totally-hidden garden known by locals. Enjoy your coffee while sitting among some awesome monuments and hear stories about the buildings that surround the garden.Continuing your walk, you learn about heroes and outlaws, queens and kings, as well as the centuries-old Athens that is hidden beneath your feet. Strolling through hidden alleys while hearing stories about locals’ traditions and superstitions, you pass by bohemian workshops and cultural spaces where new artists have set up their galleries and see how life is for middle-class Athenians.Then, discover one of the biggest street art scenes in the world. Check out the amazing murals hidden among the bustling streets of the city and learn about the art of graffiti and its importance as a way of expression for the new generation of Athenians. Keep in mind that even the word ‘graffiti’ comes from the Greek word grafi, which means ‘written.’During this Athens tour, you see the mesmerizing blend of the old with the new around the city. You get a better understanding of this ancient city and how it has evolved. While walking around with us, you have the opportunity to taste flavors and aromas of the city, such as sweets, local tapas, and of course, spirits.By the end of this tour, you will have experienced the authentic side of Europe’s oldest city, Athens!With so many suggestions and tips from us, you’ll likely have a myriad of things you’ll want to do next!Athens may be famous for its ancient glory like the Parthenon, the Caryatids, and all the other wonders of Greece’s mythical times, but Athens is not only about the past! It is a modern city with creative locals and cool vibes, a city with modern-day stories and secrets as exciting as the Greek myths!On this Athens city tour, you wander around lesser-known neighbourhoods where locals love to hang out and discover secret corners that are beyond areas traditionally found in guidebooks.Start your tour by sipping a traditional Greek coffee in a central-but-totally-hidden garden known by locals. Enjoy your coffee while sitting among some awesome monuments and hear stories about the buildings that surround the garden.Continuing your walk, you learn about heroes and outlaws, queens and kings, as well as the centuries-old Athens that is hidden beneath your feet. Strolling through hidden alleys while hearing stories about locals’ traditions and superstitions, you pass by bohemian workshops and cultural spaces where new artists have set up their galleries and see how life is for middle-class Athenians.Then, discover one of the biggest street art scenes in the world. Check out the amazing murals hidden among the bustling streets of the city and learn about the art of graffiti and its importance as a way of expression for the new generation of Athenians. Keep in mind that even the word ‘graffiti’ comes from the Greek word grafi, which means ‘written.’During this Athens tour, you see the mesmerizing blend of the old with the new around the city. You get a better understanding of this ancient city and how it has evolved. While walking around with us, you have the opportunity to taste flavors and aromas of the city, such as sweets, local tapas, and of course, spirits.By the end of this tour, you will have experienced the authentic side of Europe’s oldest city, Athens!

Discover the magic of Meteora , Greece’s most incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site. Book now for an enchanting, unforgettable experience and discover the secrets of the area in a way that only a true local can guide you.

Embark on a fascinating 12-day journey through Greece and Turkey, exploring some of the most iconic historical and cultural sites in both countries. From the ancient ruins of Athens to the vibrant city of Istanbul, this tour is a comprehensive experience filled with rich history, stunning landscapes, and fascinating stories.

Delphi is located at the foot of Mount Parnassus and it is here where the respected oracle of Delphi, the counselor of kings and pilgrims, took shelter. The tour begins early in the morning, where our bus will collect you at the agreed time and take you to this legendary archeological site, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Passing by Thebes and approaching Mount Parnassus, right outside the city of Arachova, the landscape turns from arid to majestic and lush. Under the two gigantic cliffs named Fedriades, and on top of an impressive plateau, this famous pilgrimage site was established to honor Apollo, the god of harmony, music and guardian of the sacred laws of Zeus. For the ancient Greeks, Delphi was the center of the world, the 'navel' of the Earth.The Delphi oracle acquired great influence all over the ancient world due to the prophecies of Pythia, the high priestess of Apollo. These prophecies would influence individuals and whole groups of people and even affected the fortune of whole city-states. It is said that Apollo would speak in an incomprehensible language, which would then be deciphered and interpreted by the priests.As you walk along the Sacred Way, up to the temple of Apollo, you will come across one of the most important small buildings, the Treasury of the Athenians, which was built by the Athenians to thank the god Apollo for their victory at the battle of Marathon. Buildings like these would sometimes take the form of a temple and it is here where innumerable offerings, donated by Greek and foreign cities, would be kept. Finally, you will visit the museum of Delphi, which is considered one of the most important museums in Greece. There you will find treasures such as the "omphalos" or "navel of the world" dating back to the Roman times, parts of a frieze with scenes of the exploits of Hercules and the remarkable Charioteer of Delphi, a masterpiece of Greek sculpture that still impresses visitors today.You may also visit the sanctuary dedicated to Athena Pronaia, which is located roughly half mile from the main buildings at Delphi.At the end of your tour you will return to Athens in the late afternoon.Greca Tip: Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes as the visit requires a lot of walking on hilly terrain with rough stones underfoot.