In a city full of incredible landmarks, it makes sense to start early in the morning with the most famous of them all, so as to avoid the crowds. So we’ll be off to the Acropolis, as soon as the tour starts.

We will enter the site through the Propylaea, which literally means “gateway”. While on the Acropolis, you’ll be able to visit such world-renowned sites as the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erectheion with its famous supporting columns in the shape of draped maidens (the caryatids), and finally, one of the most famous temples in human history, the Parthenon itself. We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance through the official Acropolis ticketing website.

From atop the Acropolis you will have a clear view of all important landmarks, such as the Agora, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus which still hosts cultural events and the Theater of Dionysus. And, of course, you will have a full view of the city of Athens, all the way down to the port of Piraeus.

Time to climb down the Acropolis and get in your comfortable car for a relaxing ride through the city. You’ll get to see such marvellous sites as Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Kallimarmaro stadium.

After a short stop where you’ll get the chance to observe the ceremonial Changing of the Guard at the Presidential Mansion, we’ll be moving on to more modern landmarks. These include the House or Parliament at Syntagma (Constitution) Square (with the monument known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of it), the Athenian Trilogy (National Library – University – Academy), and the neoclassical buildings along Vasilissis Sofias Avenue.

Time for a lunch break. Take your pick from the local food scene and we’ll be off for the second leg of our tour. We’ll be driving through the old affluent neighborhood of Athens, known as Kolonaki. Then we’ll drive up to Lycabettus Hill, giving you a wonderful view of the city and a great opportunity to snap some wonderful pictures.

After that, you’ll have two hours to spend on one of the options below:

1. You may choose to visit the New Acropolis Museum. With its construction completed in 2007, this modern museum offers visitors all the amenities expected in an international museum of the 21st.
2. You may stroll through the beautiful and picturesque Theseion and visit the Ancient Agora.
3. You may visit the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. Its wide array of exhibits covers all eras of Greek history and culture, and beyond.
4. If you have another museum in mind, let us know and we’ll arrange it for you.

At the end of the tour, your driver will take you back to your accommodation.