Ultimate Athens Hills Climb!

If you want a tour of Athens combined with an active walk, and moderate climb, this is a great option. George is really fun, knowledgeable, and client-centered. We truly enjoyed spending the morning with him. Views from Lycabettus, and Phillipappos are spectacular (even on rainy days), and meandering through Athens between the two provided varied perspectives. We highly recommend George and the Ultimate Hill Climb!

What an absolutely amazing experience! Even though the weather wasn’t on our side, this hill climb turned out to be one of the highlights of my trip to Athens! Our guide, George, was simply fantastic! Such a friendly, passionate, and energetic person who genuinely loves what he does. He prefers keeping his groups small, which makes the experience feel so much more personal and special. What impressed me the most was his dedication. Not even the pouring rain could stop his enthusiasm! George always found a way to keep the adventure going, making sure we enjoyed every moment despite the weather. It was honestly lovely to see someone so passionate about sharing his city with others! He brought every location to life with his stories, knowledge, and incredible energy. He made the history, hidden gems, and breathtaking views of Athens so exciting that I would happily do this experience all over again! I also really appreciated how welcoming and approachable he was throughout the entire adventure. George, thank you for such a wonderful and memorable experience! You truly made my day, and I couldn’t recommend this tour enough! If you’re visiting Athens, don’t hesitate to book this experience. Even a rainy day can turn into an unforgettable adventure with the right guide!

I managed to do the Ultimate Athens Hills Climb with another group and was very happy with the overall experience especially with our guide, George and who made this trip more memorable. We started at the meeting point in front of the National Library and walked towards the Lycabettus Hill and finished off at the Philopappos Hill where we get to experience incredible view of the city especially the Acropolis. Overall, I would highly recommend using this company when travelling to Athens, especially with George for taking us to the locations and he shared his knowledge of the city and we had a good conversation along the way. I am planning on returning to the city next year and will use Ultimate Athens Hills Climb again! – Highly recommended

I had such a lovely time on this uniquely curated excursion by George! I come from San Francisco, so it was cool to learn that Athens also had some great hill hikes to get amazing views of the city! George was also very knowledgeable and considerate of our comfort during the heat. We started promptly at 8am which was perfect for a summer day in July. Would recommend this hike to anyone who would like a more off the beaten path experience, as well as something that feels like a solid exercise before your next Greek meal :"P!

A great afternoon / evening seeing a different side of Athens, with spectacular views. I met George, a local Athenian who grew up in Australia that guided us through local upscale neighbourhoods and up a hiking track that only locals would know about to one of the best view sights over Athens and the pantheon. The hike wasn’t too strenuous but it does get the blood pumping to burn off the yiros and delicious food. Then you walk past the changing of the guards and through a beautiful garden and finishing up on another great view spot for sunset. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to see a different side of Athens, with great photo opportunities and a friendly local that can give you interesting facts, history and local recommendations whilst in Athens

George is an incredible guide. His knowledge is outstanding and we had the most amazing experience with him. He is so friendly and accommodating. 100% recommend!

George is an amazing guide! First, all of the basics were perfectly delivered: punctuality, communication, and value. Second, George tailored the hike to my pace, pointing out the best spots for photos and highlighting the history along the way. We enjoyed pleasant and diverse conversation as we went. George hosts a wonderful way to see Athens, all while burning several hundred calories! I highly recommend!!

This was one of my best (and most unique) experiences in Athens. George was a great tour guide, taking us on two of the most gorgeous hilltop views of the city. These places weren't touristy, so we got a very clear view of the sea, and all of the landmarks within Athens. He provided an extremely clear explanation of the context and history behind each landmark, with a hint of humour that made the trip all that much better. His knowledge of the city was unmatched, and he provided fantastic recommendations for food, clubs, and other places to visit. I have done many walking tours in Europe (and Athens), and I have to say this one was the most unique. The climbs were relatively easy as well, no physical or athletic background required. If I were to come back to Athens, I would do this trek again. Truly an unforgettable experience that will set the tone for the rest of your trip. Couldn't recommend more.

George is an outstanding guide. Super knowledgeable and extremely personable. We really enjoyed his historical knowledge and his patience and making it fun for our 7 year old to conquer the hills of Athens! We can’t recommend George and the Hills of Athens tour enough.

I was traveling solo to Athens and I was also looking for something outside but away from busy areas. This outing was perfect! Definitely a workout but completely manageable if you at least walk regularly. George was an incredible guide! Full of history and personal anecdotes. The views are spectacular! My only mistake was not booking a sunset time. George takes you to some beautiful out of the way parts of Athens.

We booked a trip with George for the Mount Lycabettus hike. It was a pleasant trip and also included information about spots we were passing through. George is very knowledgeable about culture, history and architecture of Athens and very patiently answered tons of questions from us. It was like hiking with a friend, who ofcourse knows a lot about Athens and Greece. The summit was beautiful with a 360° view of Athens. We also went to viewpoint at Philopappos Hill with a golden view of Acropolis and luckily saw an amazing sunset from the hill. If you are in Athens, I would definitely recommend the tour, to soak in Athens city.

Best. It was my solo trip. George did it perfectly with stories, photos etc. The best time to do it from April to October. You will be able to see sunset

I can’t recommend this tour enough. This was my second time visiting Athens and I wish I had discovered George the previous time. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly, kept myself and others engaged the whole time, I am retiring later in the year and will definitely be seeing George again. 5 Stars! If you’re visiting Athens you absolutely must book a tour with George.

Had such a great experience with this trip was really knowledgeable and intriguing and also a great way to see Athens from another angle looking down while hiking, also had the loveliest guide who really helped me to have an authentic trip would highly recommend!!

Highly recommend for families traveling with kids! This trip was so well planned, hitting Athens’ iconic spots without any rushed chaos. Our guide George was awesome— super responsible, knowledgeable, and always looking out for the kids. For the kids, it was a fun, hands-on experience that let them soak up real Athenian vibes!

The trip was so amazing and fun. We visited iconic places with great view and history. George our tour guide nice and helpful and great photographer as well. This trip is a must to do if you’re visiting Athena. Highly recommend

I can't say enough great things about George! This was an amazing tour! I'm a lover of fitness and when I saw the name of this tour included Athens Hills, I immediately bought my ticket. I saw incredible views of Athens that I would have not seen otherwise. George also is a wealth of information on the history of Athens. I highly recommend this tour, it has been one of my favorites in all of my European adventures!

This was one of the most unique tours we’ve done! George was not only knowledgeable, but also very friendly!!! We would’ve not experienced those amazing views and places on our own. The communication with George was great since the beginning and the meeting spot was easy to find. 100% recommend booking this experience! You won’t regret it!!!

We had such a great morning with George. He’s welcoming, easy to talk to, and really knows his stuff about Athens, from history to everyday life. The route he takes you on is the perfect mix of peaceful gardens, hidden spots, and amazing views. Climbing up to Mount Lycabettus and later to Philopappos Hill gave us some of the best views of the Acropolis we saw all trip. You don’t need to be super fit to enjoy this. It is very doable if you’re reasonably active, but you’ll definitely break a light sweat on the way up to the highest point in Athens. For us, it felt more like a fun challenge than a hard hike. What we loved most was that it never felt rushed or touristy. George made it feel like we were out exploring the city with a local friend. By the end, we not only saw incredible views, but we also felt like we had a much better sense of Athens as a whole. Easily one of the highlights of our trip, and I'd highly recommend booking this tour for a unique experience in Athens.

We had a beautiful morning hike with George. George is very friendly and knowledgeable about a variety of history and topics. The views from both hills were spectacular, and both were fairly empty which was lovely after a very crowded trip to the Acropolis - and not too hard to climb! We highly reccomend this tour over a normal walking tour, even if you are here for a short time. The route and scenes really give you a great lay of the land. Thank you, George!

We were so happy to have booked this excursion with George! It was the perfect way to see the city, see scenery and go on a hike that almost no one else knows about or gets to see, and learn so much with a local Athenian! We talked with George from start to finish about Greek Culture, surrounding Greek islands, and his experiences in the city. Not only was it a great excursion, but it was the absolute perfect way to start our morning. We stay fit and regularly walk, run, and workout at home, and I would say this was a solid challenge and we worked up a sweat almost the entire hike. Thank you George for making this our favorite highlight of our time in Athens and making us feel so welcome on your tour! We would recommend it 100 times over and it is for sure the best way to learn about and see the city!

Great experience! Highly recommend if you are up for lots of walking and seeing some amazing sites and hidden gems in Athens. George was a wonderful guide.

Such a unique tour ive ever tried! it was really amazing as i could pass by all the famous figures and places. And the sunset was super cool from the top of mountain. loved it!!

If you are looking to escape the vibrant and bustling Athens city streets for a short while this is a great alternative. From the highest peak in Athens to the best view of the Acropolis you will see it all as you stretch the legs and fill the lungs. You will also visit the serene national gardens and the impressive Zappeion building along the way. Friendly tour guide George has impeccable English and a living knowledge of the beautiful city of Athens. We talked about history, sport, culture and food along the way. Highly recommended!

A very beautiful tour in areas where there were not many people and we had the best views since we arrived in Athens. The guide was very committed, telling stories and pointing out everything there is to see and do throughout Athens.