* Explore the stunning Acropolis of Athens on a guided walking tour and grasp its magnificence with the assistance of a licensed, expert story-telling tour guide
* Catch a glimpse of glorious monuments like the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylea and the temple of Athena Nike and feel like you've taken a trip back in time
* Admire the gorgeous view of Athens from the top of the Acropolis and capture beautiful photos with the urban landscape of Athens in the background
* Let your expert guide take you on an exploratory Acropolis museum tour with every detail of the ancient civilization.
Bask in the Acropolis and the Acropolis museum walking tour in the early morning lights of a fiery Greek sun and the company of an expert licensed tour guide.
Begin your journey to the Acropolis hill. Your licensed guide is there to take you on a full detailed journey around the ancient ruins of the stunning, UNESCO-listed Acropolis. Entering on the south slope of the Acropolis you'll visit the Dionysus Sanctuary and Dionysus Theater before you walk up the slope leading to the Acropolis monuments. Ascending towards the hill, every monument is a whole new experience. Enter the Propylea, the ancient gate which frames the entrance to the Acropolis, and come across the temple of Athena Nike, dedicated to the goddess of wisdom and war. Marvel at the cradle of western civilization and undoubtedly one of the greatest historical monuments in the world, the Parthenon. Head towards the Erechtheion, a grandiose temple dedicated to Athena and Poseidon.
Once at the summit of the Acropolis hill, take in the sweeping panoramas of the capital of Greece and enjoy panoramic views of the city that will be perfect for Instagram-ready photos.
Continue your tour at the Acropolis museum. A visit that has the power to put everything you saw at the Acropolis into an amazingly vivid context, connecting the dots between the marble ruins and filling in the blanks of nearly 2,500 years of history.
Join us to lay eyes on the soul of the ancient Greek spirit with this Acropolis & Acropolis museum walking tour in the best way it gets.
Important information
If you have selected the option without entrance fees, you are required to purchase the tickets before the date of the activity to ensure you can enter the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum with your group. The timeslot selected for the Acropolis visit should be at 8am for the 8.15am timeslot, 9am for the 8.30, 8.45, and 9am timeslots, and 10am for the 10am timeslot. For your Acropolis Museum visit, please select the date of the tour when purchasing your tickets.
The excursion begins at Marina Zeas where guests are expected to come on board at 08:45 am. The first stop of the cruise is the island of Agistri, surrounded by vibrant blue waters and clothed in pine trees. Here you can connect with the lush nature and feel the presence of ancient Greeks and deities while swimming and relaxing on the hot fine sand of the long flax-golden beach between Megalochori and Skala. Adventure lovers can join our optional bike tour between Melalochori and Chalikiada Beach.
From there, we move onto the island of Moni.While here, we will serve a delicious traditional Greek lunch, accompanied by traditional wine, beers soft drinks, and coffee. Once you finished your feast, you have the chance to jump off the boat, snorkel, swim around the boat, or swim to the island. This gorgeous and unique island has no inhabitants but is populated with law-protected deer, wild goats, rabbits, and peacocks.
We will make a final journey around 3 pm towards the beautiful island of Aegina.Aegina is famous for its white stone houses, flowery backyards, pistachios, the red volcanic landscape, sensational food, the temple of Apollo, and the temple of Aphaia; in other words an earthly paradise for those who want to escape modern life. Here you will enjoy the crystal-clear water and sandy beaches of the island while exploring the breathtaking waterfront and traditional Greek cuisine. An excellent selection of jewelry, clothes, and textiles is available from the locals.
At approx. 4:45 pm we will sail back to the port of Marina Zeas while enjoying the ambiance of select and chill music, delicious Mediterranean fruits, coffee, and drinks.
Highlights
Sailing experience onboard motor sailor Alexandros around the Saronic Gulf
* Approx. 6 hours motor-sailing & up to 4 hours islands stop
* Relaxing day on board a traditional wooden sailing boat
* Explore 2 beautiful islands- Agistri and Aegina
* See the historic landmarks of Aegina: Temple of Apollo, Temple of Aphaia, Agios Nektarios Monastery
* Visit Agistri- a relaxing promenade alongside the beach between Megalochori and Skala
* Optional bike tour between Megalochori and Chalikiada
* Swim stop: Jump off the boat in Moni's translucent waters
* Delicious Greek/Mediterranean lunch and music on board
* Stops for swimming and sunbathing
* Admire breath-taking views
* Optional visit to the traditional villages of Aegina and Agistri
No one can leave Athens if he hasn't visited "the sacred rock", Acropolis. What better chance to do it than the early access visit, far from the crowds with this mythology tour. The Acropolis was home to temples and sanctuaries throughout recorded history and is a symbol of the city of Athens. Its religious importance was paramount to the ancient Greeks, and the buildings on the summit still capture the essence of their classical architecture.
Delve into the great history and the impressive mythology of ancient Greece on this walking tour. With an expert guide, stroll around the ancient ruins of the stunning, UNESCO-listed Acropolis. Admire incredible views of the Parthenon, a paradigm of architectural and artistic perfection, and learn about its history and importance for the ancient Athenians. Explore the Theater of Dionysus, the birthplace of dramatic and comic art, as well as the social and political heart of Athens in ancient times. Marvel at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus and get a sense of ancient artistic interests. Get close to important sights, such as the Propylaea gateway, Erechtheion and Temple of Athena Nike.
Pause to take photos of these glamorous ruins and learn their great history from your expert guide. Once at the summit of the Acropolis hill, take in the sweeping panoramas of the capital of Greece. Learn about the excavations and get an insight into the citadel's ruins.
Acropolis is this historic place in Athens you cannot miss - so join us to explore its many different sites in the best way and become a history buff if you aren't already.
If you prefer, you can book the guided tour of the Acropolis without including admission tickets. In this case, you'll need to purchase your ticket separately or collect a free one, making sure it matches the time of your selected tour. Please note that ticket availability at the Acropolis ticket office is not guaranteed on the day of your visit, so we strongly recommend buying your tickets online in advance.
If you're taking the tour between November 1 and March 31:
* For the 8:45 am tour, book your ticket for the 9 am to 10 am time slot.
* For the 9:30 am tour, book the 9 am to 10 am time slot.
* For the 10:15 am tour, book the 10 am to 11 am time slot.
If you're taking the tour between April 1 and October 31:
* For the 8 am tour, book the 8 am to 9 am time slot.
* For the 9 am tour, book the 9 am to 10 am time slot.
* For the 10 am tour, book the 10 am to 11 am time slot.
* For the 11 am tour, select the 11 am to 12 pm time slot.
* For the 3 pm tour, select the 3 pm to 4 pm time slot.
* For the 5 pm tour, select the 5 pm to 6 pm time slot.
Important information
Please note that"Skip-the-line" applies to the ticket line only. Security and entrance checks may still require waiting.
