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Greek Day Trips: 15 Worth a Whole Day

234 tours  ·  from $11 a head

Anything that comes with a guide, a hull or a minibus, gathered into one list. The 15 at the top are the ones that justify a whole day of a Greek itinerary, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue below them.

Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Starting at the Theater of Dionysus
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

1.Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9,316 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $40Our pick

Walk the Acropolis with a licensed English-speaking guide, visiting the Dionysus Theater, Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Nike, and more. Then see original Caryatids, the Parthenon frieze, and excavations at the Acropolis Museum. Guides including Jason, Chrysa, Giota, and Sotos are praised for clear storytelling. Shared and private options are available.

“Brilliant! Jason is very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Athens and kept our attention for the whole tour. Lots of walking but because the information was so interesting you hardly realise how far you’ve walked! Not for people with mobility issues!”

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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - From the Theater of Dionysus to the sacred hill
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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

2.Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,882 reviews · from $38

Follow a licensed English-speaking guide from the Theater of Dionysus up to the Acropolis, stopping at the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion, and Parthenon. Earsets keep the commentary clear in the crowds. Choose an option with Acropolis tickets, and add the Acropolis Museum if you want a longer visit.

“Tour was awesome. Marianna was quite knowledgeable explaining the history of the various sights providing enough information to keep us entertained . I highly recommend the tour .”

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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens - Inside Varvakios Agora, Athens’ working market
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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

3.Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,740 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $87Top rated

Start in Monastiraki with a local food leader, then walk through Aiolou Street, Varvakios Agora, Psyrri, and Athens’ spice quarter. Six stops bring 12 tastings, from koulouri and Greek coffee to mezedes, souvlaki, wine, tsipouro, and loukoumades. Guides such as Ana, Adele, Tonia, and Maria add history and practical food tips.

“Loved the tour, our guide, and the other family who joined us! We walked through a vibrant local market and sampled a wonderful variety of treats—freshly baked filo pastries, Greek coffee with Turkish delight, different kinds of honey—and then sat down to a table full of authentic Greek dishes. My favorite was the anchovies in olive oil: incredibly fresh and flavorful. Just when I thought I couldn’t eat another bite, our guide led us to try gyros and finish with loukoumadakia for dessert. My only advice: come with an empty stomach and an open mind!”

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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Stop-by-stop: the central Athens route
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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

4.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,520 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $25Best value

Use a 24, 48, or 72-hour City Sightseeing pass to reach Athens highlights such as the Acropolis, Plaka, the Acropolis Museum, the Temple of Zeus, and the National Archaeological Museum. Add Piraeus and the Riviera for beaches, the cruise terminals, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, Glyfada, and Lake Vouliagmeni. Audio commentary, WiFi, and a Greek beer are included.

“very interesting way to see Athens if you don't have time...”

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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour - The Livadia stop breaks up the morning drive
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Athens: Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

5.Mythology of Delphi, Museum and Arachova Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,008 reviews · from $31

Spend 10 hours traveling from Athens to Delphi with a live English or Spanish guide such as Michael, Marianna, or Nikos. Visit the Temple of Apollo, Delphi Museum, and mountain village of Arachova. Expect comfortable transport, headsets, free time, and a long but well-broken-up day.

“The best day trip (I have joined five) so far. Everything went smoothly and was organised. The excellent experience was mostly due to our guide, Nikos' knowledge of ancient greek history and greek mythology. I enjoyed very much his introduction to the places we passed and stories and legends of Greek gods and godnesses.”

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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach with Blue Caves Land & Sea Tour - Bochali gives you the right first view
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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach with Blue Caves Land & Sea Tour

6.Shipwreck Beach with Blue Caves Land & Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,774 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $58

Spend 7 to 9 hours touring Zakynthos by air-conditioned minibus and glass-bottom boat. Guides such as Dina, Zack, Fotis, and Dimitris share island stories while you visit Shipwreck Beach viewpoints, Xigia, the Blue Caves, White Beach, mountain villages, and a 2,000-year-old olive tree. Boat tickets cost extra.

“Dimitris, our driver and tour guide, was amazing! He had a lot of info about Zante! I just wish we had a lot of time swimming.”

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Best of Athens Half-Day Private Tour - Choosing between four hours and five
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Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

7.Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,714 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $91

Explore Athens in a private Mercedes with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide, stopping at the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Panathenaic Stadium, Parliament, Plaka, and more. You can start at a hotel, airport, cruise terminal, or Athens address. Add lunch for moussaka, salad, tzatziki, a drink, and baklava with ice cream.

“Excellent tour. George was great. Very informative and courteous.. saw a lot in just a few hour. Thanks”

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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour - Starting at the Theater of Dionysus
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

8.Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,579 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $41

Meet your English-speaking archaeologist at Porinou 5 for a guided walk up the Acropolis south slope. See the Theater of Dionysus, Herodes Atticus theater, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, and Erechtheion, then spend about 90 minutes in the Acropolis Museum. Tickets, hearing devices, and museum entry depend on the option selected.

“We enjoyed the tour a lot. We learned a lot from Alina. Her enthusiasm made the tour joyful. She was kind and careful. Having Acropolis museum complimentary to Acropolis visit is a good choice”

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Acropolis: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - Meeting at Porinou 5 near the Acropolis metro
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Acropolis: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

9.Acropolis: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,442 reviews · from $36

Walk Athens’ Acropolis with a licensed guide in English, French, or German. See the Theater of Dionysus, Caryatids, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, and Parthenon. Guides such as John, Anna, Artemis, and Alexia have been praised for lively storytelling. Add the Acropolis Museum if you want a fuller visit.

“Fascinating guide and archaeological knowledge at her fingertips. Captivating”

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Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour - Xigia Sulfur Beach is a swim with a smell
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Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour

10.Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,359 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $58

Spend 7 to 9 hours touring northern Zakynthos by air-conditioned minibus and boat. Swim at Xigia, the Blue Caves, and White Beach, see Navagio Shipwreck from the water and above, and stop at Bohali, Exo Chora, and the old olive tree. Guides including Spiros, George, Petros, and Markos are praised for friendly, careful service.

“perfect trip I love the breathtaking scenery of the sea.”

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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens - Pickup is convenient, with a few limits
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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

11.Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,205 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $42

Ride Athens’ coastal road to Lake Vouliagmeni, Sounio Beach, and the Temple of Poseidon on a 5 to 6-hour small-group trip. Hotel pickup, an air-conditioned minivan, and a guide are included. Choose the sunset departure for sea views and golden light. Bring swimwear from May to October, and budget €20 for temple entry.

“I very much enjoyed this tour. The van was comfortable and the tour guide was knowledgeable. I liked that once we were at the temple, we had over an hour to explore and take pictures on our own. There were signs at different spots if you wanted more information. For me, the amount of time that the tour guide spoke versus free time was perfect. I would recommend this tour unless you are someone who wants the tour guide to walk with you and go into great detail the whole time.”

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From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide - The early ride from Chania to Omalos
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From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

12.Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,191 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $41

Join an early full-day trip from Chania to Samaria Gorge, with bus transfers, an English-speaking guide, and a 17-kilometer rocky descent through the White Mountains. Guides such as Sara and Christina help you manage the route, while the beach, taverns, and ferry from Agia Roumeli provide a welcome finish.

“So five minutes before we were supposed to start the gorge they decided to close it. This was very disappointing. However, our guide offered us an alternative option of walking Imbros Gorge instead. This was much easier but still a nice day out. It was particularly interesting to learn that Imbros was used by the allied troops to evacuate during WWII. Afterwards we were taken to Hora Sphakia which was a beautiful little town. I appreciated the organisation of the tour and the ability to pivot and offer us an alternative day trip so the day wasn't wasted.”

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From Athens: Delphi Full Day V.R. Audio Guided Tour - The Athens pickup and two-hour ride
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From Athens: Delphi Full Day V.R. Audio Guided Tour

13.Delphi Full Day V.R. Audio Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,028 reviews · 10 hours · from $30

You’ll travel from Athens to Delphi by air-conditioned bus, then explore the sanctuary, museum, and mountain villages with a multilingual audio guide and VR device. Guides such as George, Angela, Sotiris, and Griselda add history and humor during the ride. Expect a long day, plenty of walking, and about 2.5 hours at Delphi.

“Our guide, Christopher, was very kind and patient. He made sure we knew exactly what the pick up area looked like. More exact description of what part of the plaza the pick up area was located in would have been helpful, but we found it. Delphi is a hike! The audio tour is OK, but limited. Also hard to see VR display in direct sunlight. Lunch was great and so was our driver! Transportation alone (which is mostly what you get) was worth the price. Great option if you want to see this site as a day trip.”

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Athens Full Day Private Tour - The Acropolis: give Athens its best time
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Athens Full Day Private Tour

14.Athens Full Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,903 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $244

Spend about eight hours seeing Athens by private vehicle, with hotel or cruise-port pickup on the private option. Visit the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, Lycabettus Hill, and central Athens. Lunch includes gyros, salad, baklava, and a drink. Choose a museum or free time in Plaka.

“Well worth the money. Dimitri was an outstanding guide. His English was excellent, he was polite and attentive but fun. He made a special effort to accommodate my walking difficulties and arranged our schedule so we could see all the sites before roads were closed for the marathon. Would definitely recommend”

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Athens Scenic Bike Tour with an Electric or a Regular Bike - Thiseio and the ancient cemetery at Kerameikos
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Athens Scenic Bike Tour with an Electric or a Regular Bike

15.Athens Scenic Bike Tour with an Electric or a Regular Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,702 reviews · from $33

Ride through Athens with a local guide such as Marios, Jimmy, Maria, or Dimitris. In about 2.5 hours, you’ll see the Acropolis, Plaka, Kerameikos, Roman Agora, Panathenaic Stadium, and more from bike-friendly streets and scenic overlooks. Choose a regular bike or an e-bike, with an optional licensed Acropolis tour.

“Great time with Stephanie! She was very sweet and knowledgeable/passionate about educating us on Athens. We only had one day in Athens and this was a great way to see alot of the city from different viewpoints. We rented the e bikes and never got tired at all. We werRead more”

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