Experience the Highlights of Athens
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Private Tours
Overview
Why not spend half a day enjoying a private tour of Athens?
This is a fantastic choice for those who really want to explore Athens in a short amount of time and experience the main highlights. It is a great opportunity for you to specifically ask the driver to take you to certain places within the Athens area.
Whilst you are permitted to choose your own venues and attractions to visit, it is also a good idea to read over this shortlist so that you are aware of some of the popular destinations that people recommend.
Microlimano Port – this is known to hold some of the best fish cuisines you will find in Athens.
Plaka – this is a beautiful and luxurious shopping opportunity that boasts a vast range of shops/diners for you to choose from.
Ermou Road Market – this is the place that sells everything, and at affordable prices too! The market also has various musicians and artists who will give you a cultural flavor of Athens.
Athens Flea Market – this unique market offers vintage items, such as; clothes, jewelry, furniture, rugs, etc., and will give you a good idea of traditional Greek style.
New Acropolis Museum – this museum only opened in June 2009 and yet it holds over 4,000 objects.
Panathinaiko Stadium – this 19th century refurbished marble stadium was first uncovered during excavation.
Temple of Olympian Zeus – a spectacular sight for everyone.
Acropolis entrance fee approximately 30 Euros each, payable locally.
Whatever you choose, your private driver knows the best routes, so you can maximize your time ashore in this capital city! At the end of your tour you will be returned to your cruise port or hotel.
What's Included
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Cruise port pick-up
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Air-Conditioned private transportation
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Professional English speaking driver
Considerations
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Entrance fees are not included, please advise if you wish to reserve entrance to the Acropolis (this will be an extra cost to the tour - approximately 30 euro per person)
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Food and beverages.
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This tour cannot accommodate luggage, wheelchairs or scooters.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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We recommend that you bring sun cream, a sun hat and bottled water with you, as at times it can get extremely hot.
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Please wear comfortable footwear for this excursion as it involves some walking on uneven ground, inclines and steps.
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes.
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This tour is offered either round trip from the pier or round trip from the hotel. No luggage can be accommodated. Please contact Venture Ashore if you require different arrangements.
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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