Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van
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Is Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van worth booking?
Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van is a 8-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $590 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 26 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (26)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $590 per person
This private tour is a unique opportunity to get in touch with one of the most ancient civilization of the whole world. Also this experience provides you the cultural and the traditions of the country where Democracy was
What you get
About this experience
This private tour is a unique opportunity to get in touch with one of the most ancient civilization of the whole world. Also this experience provides you the cultural and the traditions of the country where Democracy was born
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Monitors on board
- USB chargers on board
- English speaking driver(Not licensed to accompany you in any site)
Not included
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Entrance fees for museums and archeological sites
- Licensed Tour guide upon request depending on availability
What you'll see and do
Acropolis
Acropolis contains several ancient buildings.There travellers will have an unique opportunity to get in touch with the ancient Greek culture and history. They will observe closely: -Famous Parthenon -Temple of Propylaea -Temple of Athena Nike -Temple of Erechtheum -Ancient theatre of Dionysus -Odeon of Herodes Atticus
100 minutes here · Admission not included
Ancient Agora of Athens
The ancient agora is the best known example of an ancient Greek agora.There travellers will see: - Monument of Eponymous Heroes -Temple of Hephaestus -Temple of Apollo Patroos -Stoa of Zeus
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Olympian Zeus
The Temple of Olympian Zeus is a unique temple at the centre of Athens, which was constructed in 6th century B.C. during the rule of the Athenian tyrants.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Panathenaic Stadium
Panathenaic stadium is maybe the most important stadium in the world. Is the stadium where the first modern Olympic games took place in 1896.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Lycabettus hill is the highest hill of Athens (277m). In that place travellers will have a panoramic view of Athens. Also its an excellent opportunity for them to take amazing photos.
10 minutes here
Hellenic Parliament
Its located in the most central point of athens. There travellers will watch the famous changing of presidential guards who protect the monument of unknown soldier 24 hours per day every day.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Academy of Athens
The Academy of Athens is the first building of three very important buildings of Greek history.In the central entrance there are the statues of Plato and Socrates who represents philosophy.
5 minutes here · Admission included
National Library of Greece
Contains rare collections of phylosophical and physical books. National Library was disigned by the famous Danish architect Hansen and its a part of his famous Trilogy.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Academy of Athens
This univercity is the second building of famous Trilogy. Represents the ancient Greek scientists.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Acropolis Museum
Maybe the most beautiful and important museum in the world. Archeologists have done excellent work and the visitors will be absolutely impressed. A perfect example of that workis the fact that third floor of that museum has excactly the same diraction and the same shape with Parthenon.
100 minutes here · Admission not included
Lunch time in a local greek restaurant with great greek traditional food
80 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Luxury Greek Tours
Know before you go
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 26 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
26 verified traveler reviews for Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience touring Athens
We had a great tour. Got to see all of the major sites on our list and had one of the best meals of our lives. Driver was very knowledgeable and gave us great history between stops. Highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
30 yr anniversary
A wonderful experience, very informative our driver was excellent could not have been better!
via Tripadvisor
What a tour!
Nicolas was wonderful. He knew about the locations, answered all our off the wall questions, gave us recommendations, and was very flexible. He made us feel safe riding in such a large van in the traffic. We would absolutely recommend him for your next adventure!
via Tripadvisor
First rate tour guide
Dimitrious was excellent guide. He explained everything well before we saw it and showed us video in the nice air condition van. Very flexible and let us choose what we wanted to do. Highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Athens in a day
Excellent tour by Nickolas. He is very knowledgeable and times the stops appropriately to maximize the benefit. We highly recommend him!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van cost?
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Prices start at $590 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Athens usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Athens is not rushed.
Is Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 26 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van?
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Around 9 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Athens can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Athens and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Athens within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Athens?
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On Outty we rank every Athens experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Athens Small Group E-Bike Tour, Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings, Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Athens?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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