Including: • Erectheion • Temple of Athena Nike • Theatre of Dionysus • Herodus Atticus Odeon
Explore the Acropolis, the ancient citadel that towers over Athens, and its crowning jewel—the Parthenon. This majestic temple dedicated to Athena stands as a masterpiece of classical architecture and art, symbolizing the city’s golden age and cultural achievements. Together, they offer an unforgettable journey into the heart of ancient Greece.
View the imposing ruins of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, once the largest temple in Greece. Construction began in the 6th century BC but wasn’t completed until the 2nd century AD under Roman Emperor Hadrian—over 600 years later. This colossal temple, originally boasting 104 massive columns, honored Zeus, king of the Olympian gods, and housed one of the ancient world’s largest cult statues.
Pause at the Panathenaic Stadium, originally built in 330 BC for the Panathenaic Games and later rebuilt in marble by Herodes Atticus around 144 AD. With a seating capacity of 60,000, it’s the only stadium in the world made entirely of marble. After centuries of abandonment, it was revived in the 19th century and famously hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
Witness the iconic Changing of the Guards ceremony outside the Presidential Mansion in Athens. The Evzones, elite ceremonial guards dressed in traditional uniforms, perform their precise and rhythmic routine, offering a glimpse into Greece’s proud military traditions and national heritage.
Pause for photos at Lycabettus Hill, the highest point in Athens at 277 meters. From here, enjoy stunning panoramic views of the entire city, the Acropolis, and the sea stretching out to the nearby islands — a perfect spot for unforgettable snapshots.
•Greek Parliament •National Garden
The Presidential mansion in Athens, is the official residence of the president of the Hellenic Republic. It served previously as the Royal Palace, until the abolition of the monarchy by the 1973 referendum.
Pass by the Academy of Athens, one of the city’s most elegant neoclassical landmarks. Its grand entrance is framed by the statues of Plato and Socrates, while the tall columns are topped with figures of Athena and Apollo, symbolizing wisdom, knowledge, and the arts.
Experience the charm of Plaka as you drive through its narrow, winding streets. This historic neighborhood, nestled beneath the Acropolis, is known for its vibrant atmosphere, neoclassical architecture, and lively shops and cafés—offering a glimpse of Athens’ timeless spirit without leaving your seat.
Conclude your tour by choosing to spend some free time in Monastiraki Square. A lively area in the heart of Athens, Monastiraki combines history, local culture, and shopping. You can enjoy views of the Acropolis, explore the famous flea market, and see nearby landmarks such as the Hadrian's Library and the Tzistarakis Mosque. Perfect for a short break with coffee, street food, or souvenir shopping.
As an option: You may visit the Acropolis Museum, one of Greece’s most important museums, showcasing remarkable sculptures, artifacts, and treasures from the Acropolis. Enjoy approximately one hour to explore its world-class exhibits at your own pace.As an option, you may visit the Acropolis Museum, one of Greece’s most important museums, showcasing remarkable sculptures, artifacts, and treasures from the Acropolis. Enjoy approximately one hour to explore its world-class exhibits at your own pace.
As an option: Enchance your experience with a visit at the historic Athenian Agora, the bustling heart of ancient Athens. This vast archaeological site was once the center of political, commercial, and social life. Wander among its well-preserved ruins, including temples, marketplaces, and civic buildings, and imagine the lively atmosphere where democracy and philosophy flourished. See inside: • Stoa of Attalos • Temple of Hephaestus • Church of holy Apostles •Odeon of Agrippa
Our experience with Dennis was enjoyable. We were able to spend considerable time at the Parthenon and tailor the rest of our tour to our wishes. He had lots of information to share and presented many options to visit. We saw the changing of the guard at the presidential palace and the Olympic stadium as well.
Our tour with Dennis was enjoyable. We were able to spend considerable time at the Parthenon and tailor the rest of our tour to our wishes. He had lots of information to share and presented many options to visit. We saw the changing of the guard at the presidential Palace and the Olympic Stadium as well.
Rus was great. Very informative and easy to work with. Answered our questions and took us everywhere we wanted to go. Great restaurant recommendations and shopping.
Allowed the pace preferred by the traveler throughout the day. Very flexible and considerate. Highly recommend.
We had a great tour of Athens with Theodor today. He was extremely knowledgeable and clearly has a lot of experience, which really came through in the way he shared the history of the city. We got to see so much of Athens, including places we probably wouldn’t have discovered on our own. Theodor kept things interesting throughout, sharing plenty of history, local insights and stories along the way. He also did a great job of keeping the day moving without ever making us feel rushed. Even when there were traffic issues, he ensured we still got to see all the great attractions across the city. We really appreciated his friendly approach, flexibility and the effort he put into making sure we had a good experience. It was a wonderful way to explore Athens, and we’d happily recommend him to anyone visiting the city.
Our driver and guide, Theo, was very good. A personal tour like this was super. He picked us at hotel and at the end dropped us off at a restaurant near our hotel that he recommended.
We completed a 20 day ocean cruise and had over 14 excursions some included and some we added. Prior to this tour our excursion to the top of Mt. Etna was the best. Then we had our tour with Mr. Rusian Gavrilis and it feel to second place. The cost was very fair and in my view and experience he could easily charge more! His vehicle is impressive and showroom clean!! His driving skills were outstanding and his knowledge about his home is excellent and comprehensive. He changed the tour plan without hesitation based on when we could get tickets for two of the venues and showed us sites we did not expect. We were taken to spots for pictures that were second to none. Saying goodbye at the end was the only negative thing because this unbelievable tour with an outstanding tour guide was over. We wish we were in Athens longer because we would have booked additional tours. If you are in Athens - you need to book him!! He was the Crown Jewel of our holiday. Thank you Rusian!!!!!
Ruslan - colors of Greece did an amazing job. An expert with history and made our experience delightful.
Fantastic experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the trip a lot of fun.
Excellent tour for those that have limited time, guide was knowledgeable and friendly.
Dennis was our driver he was warm informative and very patient with us he went above and beyond for our group he even made a dinner recommendation that was beyond amazing and made some recommendations for our group to explore and eat the following day we. Really felt so blessed t have our vacation start on such a fun and positive vibe loved learning the history and seeing things through him I highly suggest you book and ask for Dennis he went above and beyond can’t thank him enough
Panos was very kind, courteous and very knowledgeable. I was traveling with my dad that is 84 years old, a slow walker and hard of hearing and Panos was very accommodating. I would 100% recommend for your first day in Athens.
Dennis was wonderful and very knowledgeable of the area. It was great to hang out with him for the day! Great experience!
The private tour was excellent! Ruslan was extremely knowledgeable and shared fascinating historical insights with us throughout the tour. He answered all of our questions thoroughly and was very attentive to our pace, making the experience enjoyable and relaxed. We highly recommend him!
Dennis was a fantastic driver and host! He educated while driving us to Athens' historic sites! He provided water and an umbrella (since we forgot one) for our tour. It was wonderful to see so many sites while also having a local's knowledge!
Ruslan was an excellent guide.
The driver was very knowledgeable and had diagrams to help guide you on how to see the sights. Go at you own pace.
Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. He explained everything and had illistrations so we didn't have to spend time reading plaques etc. Much better than a group tour.
Ruslan was amazing! He was incredibly knowledgeable and had a great personality. We comfortably visited all the best locations and learned about the history along the way. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I can’t recommend Ruslan enough. Thanks for an unforgettable afternoon in Athens.
We had a perfect day! The tour was informative and we had fun learning about the sites and history. Rusian was fun and informative. We highly recommend this tour!
Our private Acropolis and Athens City Tour with hotel pickup was absolutely wonderful, and so much of that was because of our incredible guide, Ruslan! We had a limited amount of time in Athens, and Ruslan did an amazing job of making sure we experienced the highlights without ever feeling rushed. He was extremely knowledgeable about Athens, Greek history, and the incredible stories behind the places we visited. His passion for the history really brought everything to life. One thing that made the tour especially memorable was the image portfolio Ruslan brought with him. He used historical images to help us visualize what the sites looked like throughout history, which added such a fascinating dimension to everything we were seeing. Ruslan was professional, personable, attentive, and clearly passionate about sharing his city and its history. He made the most of our limited time and gave us an experience we will remember for years to come. If you have limited time in Athens, I highly recommend this private tour with Ruslan. He was outstanding and truly made our visit to Athens special!
We had a wonderful time touring with Dennis\! He was knowledgeable and made seeing all the sights so enjoyable\. He also recommended a great spot for gyros, which our whole group loved\. Thank you, Dennis, for a great time\! We’d highly recommend him\.
Ruslan was knowledgeable, friendly and a great driver! He knew all about the history, where to go and gave some great reservations for dinner. Would definitely recommend Ruslan.
Ruslan was every thorough historian explaining site we went to and others we drove by. We had a one on one experience which allowed us to stay as long as needed and he also took us to the perfect area to have a typical Greek lunch and shopping.
This was a great way to see Athens in a half day. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, especially about the changing of the guard. Make sure to monitor WhatsApp before the trip for information and link to purchase Acropolis tickets. The only downside was we had chosen the Agora add-on, but never saw it (Maybe a miscommunication with Viator?), but still a worthwhile experience.
I cant say enough good things about this. Panos picked us up right at the port, the car was cool and ready for us with cold bottled water. Panos talked to us about not only the citys history, but his history with Athens and all kinds of interesting facts ranging from architecture to food. It was the most incredible day with all the sights we wanted to see and more. This was entirey personalized to us and we were able to skip the hassle of wondering where to go and how to get there. Honestly fabulous and I would suggest anyone to do this when they are there.
Ruslan was AMAZING!!! He was so knowledgeable and funny. We stopped at all the best locations in comfort, while learning so much history along the way. This was a truly magical one of a kind experience and I can’t recommend him enough. If I could give 10 stars I would! Thank you for an u forgettable afternoon in Athens ❤️
If you just have one day to spend in Athens and want to make the most, this tour is meant for you. The itinerary is made to suit your pace. There is ample time to enjoy the places you visit. Andreas our guide had a great knowledge on Greek mythology and history that made the day interesting.
Dennis was great. He was knowledgeable and ensured we maximized our tour. We can’t believe how much we did in just 5 hours!
Driver was very informative and very nice and talkative patient and flexible. Definitely recommend to my friends
This was an extremely positive experience. Christos our tour guide was so knowledgeable. He was professional and friendly. We were fortunate to get him. I will use your company again in the future.
This is a driving tour around the city in comfortable air-conditioned SUV Multiple stops where you can get out and walk as much worse as little as you like to get closer to the sights
We had the pleasure of having Dennis as our tour guide around Athens, and he made the entire experience unforgettable. He’s incredibly knowledgeable. He shared lots of interesting facts and historical context that really brought each site to life. We really appreciated all of his useful tips that helped us make the most of our time, from the best photo spots to insider details we never would have found on our own. Dennis was punctual for every single stop, which we really appreciated, and his friendly, easygoing personality made the whole tour feel relaxed and fun rather than rushed. He took us to some truly amazing sites and clearly put a lot of thought into the route and pacing. If you’re looking for a guide who combines expertise with genuine warmth, ask for Dennis. Highly recommend!
Very flexible itinerary. Our guide was wonderful. He took very good care of us and was so so knowledgeable! His English was perfect. Great way to see all over the city and get a great overview.
Very knowledgeable tour guide and informative. Allowed to take your time and see as much as possible.
Christo was amazing! He was everything you could want in a tour guide. He was incredibly attentive to our needs, patient with us, and made sure we were comfortable throughout the entire experience. He gave us so much insight into Athens’ history, providing great stories and clarity that made everything come to life. He was extremely knowledgeable, had a great sense of humor, and truly went the extra mile for my family and me. I will forever be grateful for the experience he gave us. Whenever I share with friends and family how amazing our trip to Athens was, Christo’s name will definitely be part of that story. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide! 🇬🇷❤️
Theodore was are guide. Very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating.
Theodore was an excellent tour guide!
Wonderful tour and guide. Terrific history and background of Athens. Highly recommend!
Excellent tour guide and very comfortable ride.
This was an incredible experience. Our tour guide Dennis was fantastic. Picked us up from our hotel, vehicle was clean and cool. He went above and beyond to show us extra sights and was so very knowledgeable on the past history and current things going on in Greece and Athens. This was a great tour for anyone experiencing Athens for the first time we got to see a lot of the city and its history. Highly recommend!!
Five star review for Ruslan. I really didn't know what to expect and was worried about everything from seeing all the sites to how pickup would work. Our private tour with Ruslan was perfect. He picked us up right at the port and navigated traffic excellently. He accommodated any changes we requested - longer or shorter at sites, coffee/bathroom breaks, and when we preferred to drive by vs get out. We saw everything we wanted to, learned a ton, and had a delicious lunch. We had three kids under nine plus two grandparents. Very accommodating, knowledgeable, and friendly!
The private tour we had was very good Rus was very knowledgeable and really knew his stuff. He was very friendly and helpful, and took us to see everything we wanted to see. He bought our tickets for the Acropolis and Pantheon as I was having difficulty online getting them before we arrived. The only shame was he didn’t come in with us to explain everything which we thought he would have done. All in all it was a very good day and we saw all the sights of Athens which we loved.
Wonderful Acropolis experience. Dennis was fun and highly knowledgeable on all the important history. We had a wonderful afternoon exploring and learning about Acropolis and the city of Athens.
Dennis was very knowledgeable and friendly. He took great care to make sure we saw the sites and waited patiently while we were exploring the Acropolis.
We were able to see everything we wanted to see in Athens since we only had a day. It was hot, but cold water was provided. Theodore was a knowledgeable guide and regretted that we had only one day to stay in his beautiful city.
The pick up was seamless, it was a beautiful van that had great air conditioning, and quick driving.
This was an exceptional tour for me as I have never been to Greece. Outstanding commentary throughout with personalized stories which made things come alive even more. Just the right amount of time at each stop, with great sightlines
We had an awesome day! Stelios was a super friendly and knowledgeable guide. He was an excellent driver and really knew his city and took us on a great tour. He also adjusted the schedule around existing tickets we had to the Acropolis and museum. Stelios showed great concern and care for our safety, comfort and the enjoyment of our tour.
We booked this tour directly with the operator Ruslun and he was very helpful answered all our questions , we were picked up from the Athens cruise port by our very professional driver petros who made our half day tour very easy on a very hot day, full of great information and always opening car door for my wife , we felt a very good customer service and end of the tour he dropped us at our hotel and gave us a greek souvenir gift bag. I will absolutely use this company again and recommend to anyone .
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