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15 Half-Day Tours in Greece Weighed Up Side by Side

84 tours  ·  from $7

There are 15 half-day tours here worth paying for. Each entry carries what it costs, how long it takes and the one thing to check before you press book.

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - Meeting at Metaxourghio and leaving Athens
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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

1.Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,241 reviews · 5h 30m · from $23Our pick

Travel from central Athens to Cape Sounion by comfortable air-conditioned bus, following the Athenian Riviera to the Temple of Poseidon. An English-speaking archaeologist guide shares Greek myths and local history, then you get free time for the site and sunset. Bring €20 for entry, comfortable shoes, a jacket, and headphones for the audio guide app.

“A fantastic half-day trip that is absolutely worth every penny! The organization was seamless and the views at the Temple of Poseidon were simply breathtaking. The highlight of the tour was definitely our amazing guide – she was incredibly kind, witty, and kept us entertained with fascinating stories and insights. You can really tell she’s passionate about history and loves what she does. Thank you for such a memorable experience!”

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Best of Athens Half-Day Private Tour - Pickup from Athens hotels, the airport, or Piraeus
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Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

2.Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

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

Explore Athens in a private Mercedes with a local chauffeur such as Dallas, Sebastian, Paddy, or George. Visit the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Panathenaic Stadium, Parliament, Plaka, and more. Add a Greek lunch of moussaka, salad, tzatziki, and a drink at the operator’s local restaurant.

“Seb met us at the cruise port and took us directly to the Acropolis to beat some of the crowds. We purchased our tickets in advance through the tour and saw it in our own. Seb took us to the changing off the guard and to many other sites in Greece. He escorted us and took pictures for us when he could. We finished the day with a great Greek lunch and met up with our friends who booked the same tour. Wonderful overview of Athens if you’re limited on time.”

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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens - Lake Vouliagmeni: a quick stop with a strange setting
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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

3.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 in a small group of up to 19. Hotel pickup, an air-conditioned minivan, free time at the temple, and sunset departures are included. Guides such as Athena, Theo, Danai, and Katerina have made the drive lively with Greek history and mythology.

“The tour is a short but a wonderful one. Our guide Iliana and driver Andi were amazing! They arrived the diagnosed spot on time. It’s a semi-private tour with a small group. I’ve always wanted to see the temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion since I was a teenager. So, it was a special moment for me visiting the site. Iliana kept us busy during the ride with Greek mythology stories and Greek history. Even though it was overcast and could not see the actual sunset, the experience felt wonderful. Cloudy or not, I highly recommended it.”

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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar - The Venetian Lighthouse and the volcanic coast
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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

4.Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,975 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Cruise from Vlychada Marina with a small group of up to 18 people, stopping at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia. Crew members such as Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, Kostas, and Bill keep the trip lively while preparing shrimp, mussels, BBQ, Greek salad, pasta, and dessert onboard.

“It was an amazing experience. Crew was the absolute best! Natalie, Mariq & Ewq could not di enough for you! Food and drinks flowed throughout the cruise. The meal of greek salad, grilled chicken, shrimp, mussels and vegetable pasta was delicious. We cruised almost 5 hours, great way to see the islands. Stopped twice to swim and snorkel. Highly recommend this cruise to anyone!”

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From Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour - The ride along the Athenian Riviera
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From Athens: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour

5.Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,722 reviews · from $44

Travel the Athenian Riviera by air-conditioned minivan, stopping at Vouliagmeni Lake and Anavyssos beach before reaching Cape Sounion. A local guide such as Theo, Debbie, or Athina fills the ride with Greek history and mythology. Choose a morning or sunset departure, with swimming available from May through October.

“Our guide, Stef, was fantastic! She entertained us the entire ride out with fun facts about Athens and Greek mythology. She offered to take photos at each stop we made. You do have to pay 20 euros per person to go up to the temple (which is rather steep) to see the sunset, but it was beautiful.”

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From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari - Sharing a quad, or booking your own
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From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

6.Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,444 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

From Rethymno, you’ll follow a guide into the Maroulas mountains by automatic quad, riding roads, dusty tracks, shallow water, and rougher mountain paths. Stop for views, Greek coffee at Café Gidospito above Lake Potami, and a snack in Prassies. Shared quads are standard, but you can book separately for one quad per driver.

“The way I would summarise this activity would be "amazing". I joined the group on our last full day in Crete on Saturday (28/09/24). On arrival they checked the driver in by showing the drivers license. As a driver you'll get a red braclet around your wrist to distinguish those from who were allowed to drive and those who were not. Before we hopped on the quad bikes, a brief instruction was given. Once we started the real fun could start. It was my first time driving a quad bike. Luckily they are automatics and very easy to handle. After getting a bit used on the normal eoad, they guide…”

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Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis - The Parthenon and the practical reality of the hill
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Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis

7.Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,402 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $104

See central Athens by air-conditioned coach, then walk through the Acropolis with an English-speaking guide. Visit the Parthenon, Propylaea, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike. The morning option can include the Acropolis Museum, with guides such as Dora and Vicki praised for clear explanations and good pacing.

“How busy the acropolis is book in morning.Very interesting guide was good would had like more interaction with city people and smaller group.”

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Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia - Warm water near Santorini Volcano
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Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

8.Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 988 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Spend about five hours aboard a small-group catamaran with Santorini Star Sailing. Swim at Red Beach, the volcano, Thirassia, and limestone coves, then enjoy a BBQ meal and open bar. The crew may include Maria, Alex, Nefeli, and Captain Giomnis. Pickup is offered, and groups are capped at 18.

“Fantastic cruise!!! Maria and Alex were so accommodating and fun!! The food was great!! I definitely would do it again when I return. Thank you for the best time!!!”

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Naxos: Half-Day Cooking Class at Basiliko Family Tavern - What you actually cook in four hours
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Naxos: Half-Day Cooking Class at Basiliko Family Tavern

9.Half-Day Cooking Class at Basiliko Family Tavern

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 887 reviews · 4 hours · from $117

Spend four hours at Basiliko Family Tavern in Potamia, 10 km from Naxos Town. Hosts such as Anna and Jack lead you through the garden, local history, hands-on cooking, and a family-style meal with wine. Expect farm animals, a village walk, traditional recipes, and often Greek dancing and plate breaking.

“What an amazing experience. We walked around Anna's home & garden meeting all the animals and enjoyed picking veggies for our cooking class. The walk through the village with our glasses of wine was just the best. Cooking Gemista and having the table set up like a big traditional family get together was so touching. The day closed with some Greek dancing along with plate smashing. Such a heart-warming experience and thoroughly loved every minute. Simply a must do when visiting Naxos 😊”

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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour - The ride south through Athens suburbs
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From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

10.Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 833 reviews · from $22Best value

Travel from Athens to Cape Sounion by air-conditioned bus, with an English-speaking archaeologist guide sharing Greek myths and history along the coast. Explore the Temple of Poseidon with free time, then choose the sunset departure for glowing views over the Aegean. Entry tickets cost extra, and guides such as Katerina, Irene, Christina, and Artemis may lead the trip.

“Irene was top notch! A wealth of information! She was pleasant and more than competent. I don’t know how you could have found a better tour guide!”

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Zakynthos: Half-Day Tour to Turtle Island and Keri Caves - Cameo Island and its wooden bridge
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Zakynthos: Half-Day Tour to Turtle Island and Keri Caves

11.Half-Day Tour to Turtle Island and Keri Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 640 reviews · 5 hours · from $66

Spend five hours exploring southern Zakynthos by minibus and small boat. Visit Cameo Island, cruise the National Marine Park, look for Caretta turtles, swim near Marathonisi and Keri Caves, then sample olive oil at Aristeon. Hotel pickup, bottled water, boat fare, and insurance are included, while Cameo Island costs €5 extra.

“everything was just great. tip: take a snorkeling mask with you, you can swim in the blue caves. highly recommend this tour”

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Athens Half Day Tour, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus & Hephaistus - Plaka brings the city back to street level
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Athens Half Day Tour, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus & Hephaistus

12.Athens Half Day Tour, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus & Hephaistus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 609 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.)

Explore Athens in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver such as Nicholas, Michael, Panos, or George. Visit the Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, Plaka, Olympic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and more. Your driver shares historical context, then you explore major sites independently. Entrance tickets and a licensed guide cost extra.

“Fotis was great. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Athens, the Acropolis, Parthenon, and many other sites. Very professional. We had a wonderful time.”

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Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos - Meeting at Mykonos Old Port
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Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos

13.Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 582 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Travel by ferry from Mykonos to Delos for a guided walk through the House of Dionysos, Theatre, Temples of Apollo, Sacred Lake, and Naxian Lions. Guides such as Celia, Lea, and Sylvia bring the ruins to life. Expect uneven ground, a €20 cash admission fee, and limited free time.

“This was a very good tour with knowledgeable tour guides. The ancient ruins were much more extensive and interesting than I had imagined. The day we went was very windy so the boat ride was a bit rough but not terrible. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Zante: Half-Day Tour to Navagio, Blue Caves & White Beach - Local wine, olive oil, and handmade products
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Zante: Half-Day Tour to Navagio, Blue Caves & White Beach

14.Zante: Half-Day Tour to Navagio, Blue Caves & White Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 548 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $29

This 2 to 6-hour Zakynthos outing pairs a glass-bottom boat ride to Navagio, the Blue Caves, White Beach, Maravelia Cave, and Sfogio Beach with an old olive tree and local tastings. Guides such as Zack, Isabella, Dimitris, and Fotis are praised for helpful photo-taking and island tips. Hotel pickup is optional, but boat tickets cost extra.

“Our guide Zack was such a cool guy, very knowledgable about the island and really helpful to make sure we get the best experience The tour was great too, loved our stops and views and photos we got from the professional photographer on board (who is so sweet as well!) 💕”

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Santorini Sightseeing Half Day Small Group Tour - Prophet Elias gives you Santorini from above
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Santorini Sightseeing Half Day Small Group Tour

15.Santorini Sightseeing Half Day Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 544 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $78

This five-hour Santorini tour visits Prophet Elias, Megalochori, Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Oia in a group of up to 18. Expect hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, coffee or tea, and guides such as Fotis or Gregory. Afternoon departures can include Oia at sunset, but cruise passengers must reach the cable-car station on their own.

“Don’t book if arriving by cruise ship. Our ship was held up by customs and it is a tender port. Got to meeting point 15 minute s late. Tour did not wait. I am NEVER late but this was beyond our control. The tour description led us to believe it was cruise friendly—-NOT !!! It was a nightmare! The island itself was magnificent.”

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