Your private air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up at the port of Piraeus. Begin with a guided city bus tour of Athens, passing landmarks such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Zappion Mansion, Panathenaic Stadium, Syntagma Square, the Arch of Hadrian, and the Athenian Trilogy (Academy, Library, and University). Optional stops allow you to get off for closer exploration or photos.
Next, enjoy a guided visit to the New Acropolis Museum. Explore the excavations visible through the glass floors, statues of Kores and Kouroi, the Caryatids, and more. From the museum’s top floor, admire panoramic views of the Parthenon—an alternative for those who prefer not to climb the Acropolis hill.
Continue with a guided tour of the Acropolis. Ascend ancient marble paths to explore the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion, and the iconic Parthenon. Learn about Athens’ Golden Age, philosophical schools, and historic sites including Filopappos Hill, Herodium Odeon, Theatre of Dionysus, Pnyx Hill, and the Ancient Agora.
End the standard sightseeing portion of the tour with free time to explore Plaka or Monastiraki, taking in neoclassical architecture, quaint streets, traditional restaurants, and shops.
Before returning to Piraeus, enhance your experience by choosing one extra activity:
- Walk and Taste in Athens – Sample local delights such as typopita (cheese pie), koulouri (sesame bread rings), Greek coffee, yogurt with toppings, and pita gyros to go.
- Cooking Class – Prepare traditional Greek mezes and enjoy your creations along with other local specialties, including house wine and soft drinks.
- Dine in a Taverna in Plaka or Monastiraki – Enjoy authentic Greek dishes in a historic taverna, guided by local owners who share their culinary insights.
- Visit the Indoor Meat, Fish & Spice Market – Experience the vibrant atmosphere of an authentic Greek market and interact with local vendors.
- Cooking Class & Gastronomy Museum – Explore Greece’s culinary heritage through exhibitions, then create and enjoy your own Greek meal.
- Extra Archaeological Site or Museum – Extend your historical exploration with visits to the Ancient Agora, Kerameikos, National Archaeological Museum, Benaki Museum, Cycladic Art Museum, or Byzantine Art Museum.
Your guide will escort you back to Piraeus at the end of the day, ensuring a timely return to your cruise ship.
