Private Shore Excursion Driving Tour of Athens Best and Athenian Riviera
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Private Shore Excursion Driving Tour of Athens Best and Athenian Riviera

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Stop At: Acropolis, via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece

This private tour will take you to all the must-see sights of Athens. If you are visiting Athens for the first time, this tour provides an excellent introduction to one of the greatest cities of the ancient world. During your Acropolis visit (approx. 2 hrs) you will see:- Propylaea, - The Parthenon - Erechtheion - The Temple of Athena Nike,Looking down from the Acropolis you'll see the two ancient theaters in its shadow:- The Theater of Dionysus , the oldest Greek theater (built in the 5th century BC), - Odeon of Herod Atticus, erected in AD 161. The site hosts performances for the summer Athens Festival

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Temple of Olympian Zeus, Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias, Athens 105 57 Greece

The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a former colossal temple at the center of the Greece capital Athens. It was dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC during the rule of the Athenian tyrants, who envisaged building the greatest temple in the ancient world, but it was not completed until the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, some 638 years after the project had begun. During the Roman period the temple -that included 104 colossal columns- was renowned as the largest temple in Greece and housed one of the largest cult statues in the ancient world.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Panathenaic Stadium, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue, 999-20, Athens 999-20 Greece

The Panathenaic Stadium or Kallimarmaro is a multi-purpose stadium in Athens, Greece. One of the main historic attractions of Athens,it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble.A stadium was built on the site of a simple racecourse by the Athenian statesman Lykourgos (Lycurgus) c. 330 BC, primarily for the Panathenaic Games.The stadium was excavated in 1869 and hosted the Zappas Olympics in 1870 and 1875. After being refurbished, it hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympics in 1896. It was used for various purposes in the 20th century and was once again used as an Olympic venue in 2004. It is the finishing point for the annual Athens Classic Marathon.It is also the last venue in Greece from where the Olympic flame handover ceremony to the host nation takes place.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Mount Lycabettus, Athens Greece

Lycabettus hill also known as Lycabettos, Lykabettos or Lykavittos is a Cretaceous limestone hill in Athens, Greece at 300 meters (908 feet) above sea level. Pine trees cover its base, and at its two peaks are the 19th century Chapel of St. George, a theatre, and a restaurant.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Changing of the Guard Ceremony, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Athens 10557 Greece

One of the most unique experiences is the changing of the guards in Athens. The presidential guards or Evzones, guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Hellenic Parliament building around the clock, through the coldest winter night or hottest summer day. Evzones are an elite unit of the Greek army and it is a very high honour for a Greek guard to be selected as an Evzone

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Arch of Hadrian (Pili tou Adrianou), Leoforos Amalias, Athens Greece

The Arch of Hadrian, most commonly known in Greek as Hadrian's Gate, is a monumental gateway resembling – in some respects – a Roman triumphal arch. It has been proposed that the arch was built to celebrate the adventus (arrival) of the Roman Emperor Hadrian and to honor him for his many benefactions to the city.There were two inscriptions on the arch, facing in opposite directions, naming both Theseus and Hadrian as founders of Athens

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Lake Vouliagmeni, Ethniki Odos Athinon Souniou, Vouliagmeni 166 71 Greece

Immediately to the south of town and very close to the sea, a rare geological formation is to be found that gave the suburb its modern name: Lake Vouliagmeni ("Sunken Lake"), a small brackish-water lake fed by underground currents seeping through the mass of Mount Hymettus. Because of its constant and comfortable water temperature —at about 24ºCelsius the lake functions as a year-round spa.

Duration: 10 minutes

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Included
  • Mercedes Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Mineral Cold Water
  • Fuel and tolls
  • WiFi on board
  • English Speaking Driver(not allow to escort you into the sites/museums)
  • Adjusting/customizing itinerary to skip the long lines
Not included
  • Gratuity(optional)
  • Entrance Fees
  • Licensed Tour Guide (Bookable upon request by contacting us on the phone number provided by Viator)
  • Entry/Admission - Acropolis
  • Entry/Admission - Temple of Olympian Zeus
  • Entry/Admission - Panathenaic Stadium
  • Entry/Admission - Lake Vouliagmeni
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infant seats available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Stroller accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transport is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
100%
Cultural
65%
Aquatic
35%
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