Recently Viewed
Athens & Ancient Corinth Full Day Private Tour: Visit Iconic Parthenon and Historic Temples
4.9
55 Ratings
Athens
Seize the chance to tour two of the most renowned historical cities. Experience the Parthenon, an emblem of democracy, traverse the captivating Corinth Canal, and in Corinth, witness one of Greece’s most ancient temples.
Seize the chance to tour two of the most renowned historical cities. Experience the Parthenon, an emblem of democracy, traverse the captivating Corinth Canal, and in Corinth, witness one of Greece’s most ancient temples.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Acropolis - Begin your Athens sightseeing with the Acropolis hill, a highlight of your day. On this historic hill, you can explore the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, the grand entrance (Propylaea), the Erechtheum, and the renowned Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.
- Propylaea - The…
- Acropolis - Begin your Athens sightseeing with the Acropolis hill, a highlight of your day. On this historic hill, you can explore the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of Athena Nike, the grand entrance (Propylaea), the Erechtheum, and the renowned Parthenon, the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena.
- Propylaea - The Propylaea serves as the grand entrance to the sacred area dedicated to Athena, the city’s patron goddess. Designed by architect Mnesicles using Pentelic marble, its design was innovative. To the southwest of the Propylaea, on a rampart guarding the main entrance to the Acropolis, stands the Ionian temple of Apteros Nike.
- Parthenon - The Parthenon is the main temple dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena, symbolizing Athenian Democracy and Western Civilization.
- Erechtheion - This temple, dedicated to Poseidon and Athena, is the most unique and sacred site in ancient Athens.
- Temple of Athena Nike - A temple dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike, symbolizing Wingless Victory.
- Theater of Dionysus - The Theatre of Dionysus Elefthereus is a significant theatre in Athens, recognized as the world’s first theatre, located at the base of the Athenian Acropolis.
- Herod Atticus Odeon - The Odeon of Herodes Atticus is a stone Roman theatre on the southwest slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. Completed in 161 AD, it was renovated in 1950.
- Temple of Olympian Zeus - After visiting the Acropolis, proceed to the Temple of Zeus, the largest temple of antiquity, dedicated to the King of the Gods, accessed via Hadrian’s Arch.
- Panathenaic Stadium - Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
- Mount Lycabettus - Drive to the highest hill in Athens, Lycabettus Hill, for a stunning panoramic view of the city, from the Acropolis hill to the Aegean Sea.
- Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Witness the changing of the guard (Euzones) in front of the old palace, now the Parliament House, above Athens’ central square.
- Plateia Syntagmatos - Syntagma Square is the central square of Athens, named after the Constitution granted by Otto, the first King of Greece, following a popular and military uprising on September 3, 1843.
- Hellenic Parliament - The Hellenic Parliament, known in Greek as Voulí ton Ellínon, is Greece’s parliament, located in the Old Royal Palace, overlooking Syntagma Square in Athens. It is the supreme democratic institution representing citizens through elected Members of Parliament.
- The Academy of Athens - The Academy Building is part of an “architectural trilogy”. It was established with the Constitutional Decree of March 18, 1926, as an Academy of Sciences, Humanities, and Fine Arts.
- The Academy of Athens - The National Library of Greece, built at the end of the 19th century, is the last of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a group of three neoclassical buildings including the Academy and the University. Designed by Theophil Hansen.
- National Library of Greece - The National Library of Greece, constructed at the end of the 19th century, is the final part of the Architectural Trilogy of Athens, a trio of neoclassical buildings that also includes the Academy and the University. Designed by Theophil Hansen.
- Corinth Canal - Passing coastal villages and the island of Salamis, the site of the historic naval battle between Athenians and Persians, the first stop is the Corinth Canal. Opened in 1892, it separates the Peloponnese Peninsula from the rest of Greece, connecting the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea. Enjoy a walk across a pedestrian bridge and admire the canal up close, with bungee jumping available on some days.
- Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos) - Ancient Corinth, at the hill’s base, includes the Roman Agora of Corinth, the Temple of Apollo, and a small museum. Besides its archaeological and historical significance, it is a popular religious destination in Greece. Here, Apostle Paul preached Christianity, was judged by the tribunal in the Agora, and established the best-organized Christian church of that era.
- Temple of Apollo - The Temple of Apollo in Corinth is one of the earliest Doric temples in the Peloponnese and mainland Greece. Built around 560 B.C.E. from local monolithic limestone atop a prominent rocky hill north of Acrocorinth, the Archaic temple symbolized Corinth’s growth and prosperity.
- Akrokorinthos - Visit the castle of Acrocorinth, the oldest and largest castle in southern Greece, for breathtaking photos.
- Athens - Return to Athens.

What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel, AirBnb, or Port pick up & drop-off
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Transport by private vehicle
- Skip the line tickets for Acropolis & Ancient Corinth (for bookings made after 13 January 2025)
- Bottled water
- Hotel, AirBnb, or Port pick up & drop-off
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- Transport by private vehicle
- Skip the line tickets for Acropolis & Ancient Corinth (for bookings made after 13 January 2025)
What's Not Included
- Licensed Tour guide on request depending on the availability [Additional cost - 390 €]
- Licensed Tour guide on request depending on the availability [Additional cost - 390 €]
Additional Information
- The drivers are not licensed to accompany you on the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
- The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
- The drivers are not licensed to accompany you on the Acropolis or inside any other site or museum. If you require a licensed guide to tour the sites with you, you need to hire one additionally. If you have any questions you can contact us on the phone number provided by Viator.
- The duration of the tours is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Location
Acropolis
Via Dionysiou Areopagitou Str.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(55 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
589amiru
Feb 16, 2026
Great experience with MANOS - Manis was a really great guide. Extremely knowledgeable , friendly and flexible. Made sure I had. A great trip to Athens and got to see a lot in just one day.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Kay
Oct 5, 2025
Super beyond words! - This tour was beyond amazing. I saw a multitude of sites on a relaxed timeline. Questions were answered and interesting facts shared.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Mmmkd
Aug 27, 2025
A great trip to Corinth with an Amazing guide Theodore! - A great day spent with a fantastic guide! Theodore (our guide) was knowledgeable and planned the perfect private tour for my mother and me. After picking us up at our hotel in a very clean and comfortable car we drove to Corinth. All along the way (about an hour), Theodore pointed out things of interest and answered all our questions. After visiting Corinth and the museum on our own he drove us to the top for beautiful photos. He then took us to a wonderful restaurant (Marinos)and joined us for a delicious lunch of traditional Greek foods. After a leisurely lunch with a wonderful breeze we returned to the car and made our way back to our hotel. The 6+ hour tour went by so quickly. We travel quite a bit and Theodore is one of the best guides we ever spent time with. Highly recommend!!!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Aaron_s
Jul 6, 2025
Private Acropolis and Corinth tour - This was an amazing experience. Our tour guide and driver were very accommodating and very knowledgeable.
Review provided by Viator
Gabe
Jun 15, 2025
Great day in Athens and Corinth - Family of 8, ages 9-72. Chris was the driver. Our guide was Alice and she was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. The van we traveled in was luxurious. Would definitely choose them again.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Chadcr2391xb
Jun 13, 2025
AMAZING - My family and I had an amazing day! Our wonderful guide Theodore was so gracious and knowledgeable. We toured Athens and decided to take a trip to Corinth. Theodore was more than willing to help us and drove us to beautiful country and sea side sites. He was always punctual and gave us plenty of time to tour areas like the Acropolis and museums. He even stopped for some souvenir purchases. My family and I made beautiful memories exploring Athens and Theodore was a huge part of making it all happen!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Debra_s
Oct 30, 2024
Our Driver Rocked! - What a great experience, thanks to Babis for creating a memorable day. The early slowpoke drive to Corinth was due to unexpected rush hour traffic, but Babis made the most of our time once we reached the archeological ruins. It was amazing to see the museum and several sites that were still distinguishable. Onward to Athens, we were given precise instructions about where to meet back after Acropolis stop. The inclines and rocky surfaces were perfectly managed by us four golden agers, and once on top, the amazing ruins did not disappoint. Babis suggested a lunch stopping point, but we indicated that we'd wait until returning to the ship. Babis strategically used the ample remaining time to drive past many wonderful landmarks including the Zeus Temple, the Presidential Palace, The Panathenaic Stadium, Athens City Hall, Hellenic Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (with changing of the guard), The National Library and other significant sites. It was a win-win day for all of us and the October cooler weather was a bonus, too.
Review provided by Viator
Lvaccare
Sep 17, 2024
Amazing Day in Athens and Corinth - We had a fantastic day with Stefanos from Olive Sea Travel, who was knowledgeable, professional, prompt, and courteous! From the hotel pickup to the drop off at the end of the day, everything was taken care of and all we had to do was enjoy the tour and take in all that Athens and Corinth had to offer, made all the easier with the expert knowledge provided by Stefanos. Extra convenience was provided by Olive Sea Travel purchasing our Acropolis tickets in advance, and Stefanos efficiently squired us to all the sites while managing to avoid the heat and crowds (as much as possible given the time of year and number of visitors in Athens). Cold water was provided throughout the day, and the car provided a smooth and comfortable ride. It was a fantastic day - Stefanos and Olive Sea Travel truly created an immersive and memorable experience for our first time in Athens! Highly recommend!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Lorena_v
Sep 16, 2024
Amazing Day in Athens and Corinth - We had a fantastic day with Stefanos from Olive Sea Travel, who was knowledgeable, professional, prompt, and courteous! From the hotel pickup to the drop off at the end of the day, everything was taken care of and all we had to do was enjoy the tour and take in all that Athens and Corinth had to offer, made all the easier with the expert knowledge provided by Stefanos. Extra convenience was provided by Olive Sea Travel purchasing our Acropolis tickets in advance, and Stefanos efficiently squired us to all the sites while managing to avoid the heat and crowds (as much as possible given the time of year and number of visitors in Athens). Cold water was provided throughout the day, and the car provided a smooth and comfortable ride. It was a fantastic day - Stefanos and Olive Sea Travel truly created an immersive and memorable experience for our first time in Athens! Highly recommend!
Review provided by Viator
Marie_p
Jul 11, 2024
True Greek Experience - We had an amazing trip. Our tour guide and our driver scheduled our visits to a t. They helped us miss the crowds, not be destroyed by the heat, and they gave us a true Greek experience.
Review provided by Viator
More activities from this operator