Full-Day Sightseeing Tour In Athens, Corinth Canal And Ancient Corinth

A sensational 8-h private tour in Athens & Ancient Corinth

Overview

An 8-H day private tour in Athens, Corinth Canal, and Ancient Corinth; Experience an 8 hours full-day sightseeing tour in Athens, Corinth Canal, and Ancient Corinth with Athens Tour Greece, visiting some of the most important sites in close proximity to Athens.

Itinerary of  A sensational 8-h private tour in Athens & Ancient Corinth

During our tour, you will see: Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Zeus, the Mars Hill, Ancient Agora, Plaka and the Roman Agora of Athens, Constitution Square, House of Parliament, Unknown Soldier, Corinth canal, Ancient Corinth, Lycabettus hill

During our tour, you will visit: Acropolis and Parthenon, Mars Hill, Temple of Zeus, the Ancient Agora, Plaka, Parliament, Unknown Soldier, Corinth canal, Ancient Corinth, Lycabettus hill

Highlights of A sensational 8-h private tour in Athens & Ancient Corinth

  • A visit to the Acropolis and the Parthenon of Athens
  • A visit to the picturesque quarter of Plaka
  • Take impressive photos at the Corinth Canal
  • The archaeological site of Ancient Corinth
  • An experienced and skilled English speaking tour driver for a safe and comfortable tour
  • Also available as a shore excursion from the port of Piraeus (Athens), or as a Christian tour

Description

Description of the full day tour in Athens, Corinth Canal, and Ancient Corinth

Change of the guards in Syntagma Square in Athens
Change of the guards in Syntagma Square

The full-day tour in Athens and Corinth is an excellent chance to combine the beautiful landscape with major archaeological sites in Greece.

The tour starts early in the morning from Athens and aims at providing a thorough overview of the modern city and Ancient Athens.

The tour will take you to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the house of the Parliament located at Syntagma Square. After a short stop to watch the change of the guards, you will drive down Panepistimiou Avenue and see the Neoclassic Trilogy (Academy, University, and National Library) reaching the Omonoia Square, which is one of the main squares of Athens.

Later on, the full-day tour will take you to the Temple of the Olympian Zeus and the Hadrian’s Arch. The highlight of the tour in Athens is the visit to the Acropolis, which is the crowning monument of the city. Entering the site of the Acropolis, you will pass by the Gates known as Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Mars Hill, known as one of the main stops of St Paul, and the Erechtheion with the Caryatides Maidens.

in the ancient agora in athens
In the Ancient Agora in Athens

The tour…

… will also drive you through the lovely and picturesque quarter of Athens, Plaka, and you will get to the Ancient Agora, where the most famous artists, scientists, and philosophers like Solon, Socrates, and Plato used to spend their day. The Agora is also one of the preaching points of St Paul in Athens.

After seeing these sites, the tour will continue towards the Lycabettus Hill, where you can admire the view before heading to Corinth.

After lunch with tasteful Greek flavors, the tour continues towards Corinth, driving by the coastal national road that will give you the chance to see some beautiful small seaside villages before reaching the Corinth Canal that connects the Ionian with the Aegean Sea.

Shortly afterward, you will get to Corinth and the place where St Paul preached and wrote some of his famous letters.

temple of apollo in ancient corinth
Ancient Corinth

 

Ancient Corinth…

… was also a very important state city during the ancient years, the richest and most famous port of the ancient world, something evident even today from its remains.

Ancient Corinth includes important monuments, such as the Ancient Agora and the Temple of Apollo, that will give you an insight into how Corinth used to be.

The return to Athens will take place late in the afternoon, after almost 8 hours of a comfortable and safe tour in Athens and Corinth, Greece.

Details


Tour Type

Included in the tour

  • Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz vehicle or similar appropriate for the size of your group
  • Your tour will be accompanied by a professional English-speaking driver or escort possessing in-depth knowledge of Greece’s history and culture. They will provide insightful commentary throughout the journey, guiding you until the entrance of archaeological sites and museums. However, please note that drivers are not licensed to accompany you inside these venues.
  • If you desire a licensed state tour guide to escort you within the archaeological sites and museums, providing comprehensive insights and explanations, we can gladly arrange one for an additional cost. These licensed guides are freelance professionals, and their availability is subject to your tour date.
  • When a licensed tour guide or English-speaking tour escort accompanies a group, the professional driver may not necessarily speak English fluently. Their role is focused on providing safe transportation.
  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Athens. Extra charge for hotels outside Athens.
  • Pick up and drop off at Piraeus Port or Athens Airport.
  • Pick up and drop off at our terminal: Leof. Andrea Siggrou 37, 117 43 Athens, Greece.
  • Accommodation is based according to availability (for multiple-day tours only)
  • Road tolls and all local taxes

Excluded from the tour

  • Wine tasting fee (for wine tours)
  • Olive oil tasting fee (for olive oil tasting tours)
  • Optional Gratuities
  • Food and beverage
  • Your private chauffeur/guide will discuss a program best suited to your interest and mobile abilities. Option for a professional tour guide with a state license at an extra cost. Read more for the Differences between a Tour Guide and a Tour Driver

Cancellation Policy

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Additional info

  • Dress Code: When visiting religious sites, shoulders and knees must be covered out of respect for the cultural norms.
  • Please review our Terms & Conditions and Frequently Asked Questions
  • Upon booking, an electronic voucher will be emailed to you containing our contact information, tour details, and all necessary instructions. This voucher serves as your ticket and proof of purchase. Please present a printed or digital copy of the voucher on the day of your tour to redeem your activity.
  • City Tax for Hotel Stays: Effective from January 1st, 2018, a City Tax for hotel overnights is applicable and not included in our excursion rates. Clients will need to pay this tax directly at their hotel upon check-out. The amount per room is as follows: 5-star hotel: €4/overnight || 4-star hotel: €3/overnight || 3-star hotel: €1.50/overnight
  • Opening Hours and Entrance Fees for Archaeological Sites and Museums in Greece
  • Entrance Fees for Children from Non-EU Countries: Starting November 1st, 2019, children aged 6 and above from non-European Union (non-EU) countries will be required to pay the full entrance fee for Museums and Archaeological sites. For children from EU countries, the existing rates remain in effect. However, it is crucial to have their passports readily available to prove their nationality.

Persons with Disabilities

  • Due to uneven surfaces, certain sites are not recommended for persons with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Such sites are the Acropolis, the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, Mycenae, Delphi and Meteora
  • In all cases, we recommend comfortable flat-solid walking shoes, sunglasses, and sunscreen.


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