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15 Tours in Greece That Are Worth the Money

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Coastline is the enemy of an itinerary: there is always more of it than there are days. These 15 are the days out that come back with happy travellers, priced and timed, and the whole catalogue sits underneath them.

Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass - Parthenon stories with audio or a live guide
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Athens: Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass

1.Acropolis & up to 5 Archaeological Sites Combo Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 12,619 reviews · from $48Our pick

Visit the Acropolis at a reserved time, then use the app to explore up to five Athens sites within three days. Audio tours cover the Parthenon, Acropolis, Plaka, and Ancient Agora, with an optional English guide. The pass includes the Ancient Agora, Roman Agora, Olympieion, Aristotle’s School, and Panathenaic Stadium, depending on your choice.

“Was a really good experience & the audio worked really well, woukd recommend 👌”

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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide - A walk through the Theater of Dionysus
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Athens: Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide

2.Acropolis Ticket with Optional Audio or Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 11,055 reviews · 1 day

Enter the Acropolis through the South Entrance with a time-specific ticket on your phone. Choose a self-guided audio tour in up to ten languages, or upgrade to a live guide such as Petros, Yolanda, Elena, or George. Walk past the Theater of Dionysus, Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Propylaea at your own pace.

“The experience was well worth it! The audio guide is a smartphone app with all the landmarks and explanations about the site's history. The Acropolis is beautiful and definitely worth a visit!”

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

3.Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

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

Walk Athens’ Acropolis with a licensed English-speaking guide, seeing the Parthenon, Theater of Dionysus, Erechtheion, and Temple of Nike before visiting the Acropolis Museum. Guides such as Jason, Chrysa, Giota, and Ioannis are praised for clear storytelling. Choose a shared or private tour, with ticket options available.

“Highly recommended, Ioannis' explanation was excellent, knowledgeable on the subject and with an attitude that shows his love for Athens.”

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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

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

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

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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From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa - What the big boat is really like
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From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

5.From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6,755 reviews · 7 hours · from $47

Spend seven hours aboard a large, comfortable ferry from Kissamos Port, visiting Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon. Swim from rocky shores, see a shipwreck, hike to a Venetian castle, and enjoy about two hours at each stop. This is independent sightseeing with crew support and a multilingual audio guide, not a guided walking tour.

“Water was so nice, ride was smooth. Wkuld totally recommend”

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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour - The Theater of Dionysus sets the scene
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Athens: Acropolis and Parthenon Guided Walking Tour

6.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, passing the Erechtheion, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, and Parthenon. Personal earsets make the commentary easy to follow. You can add Acropolis Museum entry and a museum tour, while guides such as Eva, Victor, Maria, and Antonis bring the ancient stories to life.

“liked the tour, there is rented earpiece so you can here the guide all the time. The guide know a lot.”

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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands - Lunch on board, with useful vegetarian choices
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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

7.From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,137 reviews · 7h 30m · from $35

Join the Odyssey from Kos Harbour for a relaxed 7.5-hour cruise to Kalymnos, Plati, and Pserimos. You’ll visit Vathi, swim from the boat, eat a Greek buffet lunch, and watch for dolphins near the fish farms. The English-speaking crew, including Yanni and Yanas, keeps the day friendly and easygoing rather than party-focused.

“Absolutely fantastic day out. The staff were great and lunch was lovely. We were lucky enough to see the dolphins. The islands are beautiful and prices were good. Definitely worth every penny!”

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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included - The long crossing to Agistri
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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

8.All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,958 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $180Top rated

Leave Athens from Marina Zea for a full day across the Saronic Gulf. Visit Agistri and Aegina, swim near Moni or Metopi, and enjoy a Greek buffet with wine, beer, coffee, and soft drinks. Crew members Sam, Mo, and Elizabeth are often onboard. Expect about five hours of sailing, so this suits relaxed sea days more than intensive sightseeing.

“Fantastic time! Great food and they give you recommendations for activities at each stop. Mo, Sam, and Elizabeth made our time even more enjoyable. I thank them each so much. Five Stars experience!”

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Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus - Orange Line: the essential Athens circuit
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Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

9.Athens, Piraeus, and Coastline: Blue Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 4,849 reviews · 2 days · from $14Best value

Use four bus lines to connect Athens, Piraeus, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni. Ride from the cruise terminals to the Acropolis, then follow the coast to beaches, marinas, and Vouliagmeni Lake. Your ticket is valid for two days from first use, with commentary in 16 languages, free Wi-Fi, and wheelchair access.

“Thoroughly enjoyed my trip on the hop on hop off bus in Athens this was a very reasonable priced trip. The people operating the buses were very helpful.”

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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens - Tasting Greek food one stop at a time
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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

10.Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

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

Spend 3.5 hours eating your way through central Athens with a private English-speaking guide. Expect koulouri, Greek coffee, mezedes, pies, souvlaki, local wine, tsipouro, yoghurt with honey, and loukoumades, plus market visits and plenty of local food talk. Guides may include Adele, Ana, Anna, Tonia, or Maria.

“Very knowledgeable guide. Tour had variety of Greek food. Also very educational to see the local food markets.”

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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide - The Athenian Riviera by coach
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Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

11.Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,521 reviews · 5 hours · from $23

Ride Athens’ coastal Riviera to Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon sits above the sea. You’ll get a six-language audio guide, a bus escort, a photo stop, and about 90 minutes at the site. Guides such as George, Vasilis, Sotiris, and Giselda have added humor and useful historical stories on recent departures.

“Our guide Griselda was very nice! She added a lot of information to the audio guide and took care about everyone.”

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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - The Athens route, from Syntagma to Omonia
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Athens: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

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

Use a 24, 48, or 72-hour open-top bus pass to tour Athens at your own pace. The Athens route links Syntagma, the Acropolis, Plaka, museums, and the National Archaeological Museum. Upgrade for Piraeus and the Riviera, including beaches and Lake Vouliagmeni. Audio commentary is available in 13 languages, with free WiFi and a Greek beer included.

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

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Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island - Agios Nikolaos: lake views and a useful first stop
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Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

13.Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,416 reviews · 8 - 11 hours · from $44

Spend 8 to 11 hours exploring northeast Crete with an English, German, or French-speaking guide. Visit Agios Nikolaos and Elounda, cruise to Spinalonga, and walk through its Venetian, Turkish, and leprosy-isolation history. Guides such as Manos, Helena, and Alexandra keep the day clear and well organized. Bring water, comfortable shoes, and swimwear.

“A good amount of time to explore each place. Beautiful locations. The transport was very organised.”

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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch - Poros: a quick look at a narrow strait
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From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

14.Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,305 reviews · 12 hours · from $154

Spend 12 hours cruising the Saronic Gulf and exploring Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. You get open-deck views, a buffet lunch, multilingual staff, and optional transfers from selected Athens hotels. Guides such as Georgina and Katarina may lead optional walks on Hydra and Aegina. Expect a long, busy day with limited time at each island.

“It was a wonderful experience. The entire trip was efficiently organised. The guides Georgina and Ewa were articulate and engaging. The arrangements on board were excellent.”

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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore - Leaving Kolona Harbor and seeing Rhodes from the sea
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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

15.Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,265 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $35

Take the Sebeco Lines speedboat from Kolona Harbor to Symi, with an air-conditioned indoor cabin, outdoor seating, and an onboard bar. The roughly 80-minute crossing brings you to Symi’s colorful harbor for several hours of independent exploring, dining, shopping, photography, or swimming before returning to Rhodes.

“Great activity. They picked us up for our hotel to take us to the harbour and then we got the boat to Symi island. Which is well worth it, it’s such a beautiful island. We had free time here which was lovely as we had some food and drinks.”

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