Trips from Athens
Half day and full day guided trips from Athens
If you are staying a little longer in
Athens, day trips beyond the city offer a wonderful way to enrich your experience. Once you have explored the highlights of the capital of Greece, consider hiring a Greek tour guide and setting out on one of the rewarding short escapes listed below.
Athens is the perfect starting point for memorable journeys that combine beautiful natural scenery, charming towns, fascinating history, important archaeological sites, panoramic views, lively local markets with traditional crafts such as pottery, jewellery, and art, and cuisine that delights the senses—all within easy reach of the city.
Cape Sounio
Exploring the Athenian coastline with a Greek tour guide is a wonderful choice for a memorable day trip — especially for travelers who have already discovered the city and are looking for a refreshing alternative. This scenic journey follows the beautiful coastal road to Temple of Poseidon, dedicated to Poseidon, dramatically perched on the cliffs of Cape Sounio.
One of the most photographed locations in the Athens Riviera, Cape Sounio offers breathtaking views over the Aegean Sea, endless blue horizons, and a powerful sense of history and myth. The experience can be tailored to your wishes, with the option to time your visit for the famous sunset, enjoy a relaxed seaside dinner at the coast, or combine the excursion with opportunities for swimming in crystal-clear waters upon request.
A perfect blend of nature, history, stunning views, and coastal leisure, this short escape from Athens promises moments of beauty and tranquility that linger long after the day ends.
Corinthia
– Ancient Corinth & Wine Tasting
Hire a Greek guide for a private half-day tour to Corinthia and enjoy a journey filled with history, culture, and striking scenery. Your excursion begins with a stop at the impressive Corinthian Canal, an engineering marvel completed in 1893 that dramatically cuts through the isthmus, connecting the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea.
The tour continues with a guided visit to the archaeological site of
Ancient Corinth, one of the most important and vibrant cities of ancient Greece. Highlights include the Temple of Apollo and the remains that reveal Corinth’s strategic role,commercial power, and cultural influence in antiquity.
Ancient Corinth also holds special significance in early Christian history.
Saint Paul lived here for more than a year during his second missionary journey and later addressed the community in his Epistles to the Corinthians. This spiritual legacy makes Corinth a meaningful destination for visitors from around the world, especially those with an interest in biblical studies.
Upon request, the tour can be enriched with a wine tasting experience at a selected local winery in the renowned Nemea area, celebrated for its long-standing wine tradition and exceptional varieties. This optional addition offers a perfect balance of history, spirituality, and authentic local flavors.
A rewarding short escape from Athens, thoughtfully tailored to your interests.
A Tour in Argolis
A full-day tour from Athens, well worth booking with a Greek tour guide, leads you into one of the most rewarding regions of the Peloponnese—an area celebrated for its archaeological treasures, natural beauty, and profound historical significance.
The journey begins at Epidaurus, where you visit the best-preserved theatre of ancient Greece, world-famous for its extraordinary acoustics and harmonious setting. Built in an idyllic landscape, the theatre comes alive every summer during the Epidaurus Festival, welcoming audiences from across Greece to enjoy ancient tragedies and comedies by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes—performed much as they were over two millennia ago.
Traveling onward through the orange orchards and olive groves of Argolis, the tour reaches Mycenae, where myth and history merge. A visit here feels like stepping back into the age of the Trojan War, revealing that the world described by Homer in the Iliad was deeply rooted in reality—the world archaeologists call the Mycenaean civilization. The imposing citadel, once the kingdom of Agamemnon, still stands with its massive Cyclopean walls. Entering through the iconic Lion Gate, you explore the heart of this powerful ancient city. Nearby, the magnificent Treasury of Atreus—often referred to as the Tomb of Agamemnon—stands as the best-preserved royal tomb of Mycenae, a masterpiece of prehistoric engineering.
No journey through the Peloponnese is complete without a stop in Nafplio. A guided walk through its historic center, followed by leisurely free time, allows you to fully appreciate its charm. Once the first capital of modern Greece after the War of Independence, Nafplio is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful towns in mainland Greece, adorned with elegant 19th-century neoclassical buildings and impressive Venetian fortresses that reflect its rich and layered past.
This unforgettable day trip offers a perfect blend of archaeology, mythology, culture, and scenic beauty—an inspiring journey through some of Greece’s most iconic landscapes and stories.
Delphi
A full-day tour from Athens that richly rewards curious travelers, this experience is best enjoyed with a knowledgeable Greek tour guide. The journey leads to central Greece, a region of exceptional natural beauty, deep spiritual significance, and world-renowned archaeological heritage.
The centerpiece of the tour is the archaeological site of Delphi, once believed to be the center of the ancient world. Dramatically set on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, Delphi was home to the legendary Oracle of Apollo. As you walk along the Sacred Way, visit the Temple of Apollo, and admire the ancient theatre, breathtaking scenery blends seamlessly with timeless history, where myth, religion, and politicsonce shaped the fate of the ancient Greek world.
The visit is completed with the Delphi Archaeological Museum, home to some of the most important masterpieces of ancient Greek art. Its highlight is the famous Charioteer of Delphi, an extraordinary bronze statue that captivates visitors with its elegance, realism, and remarkable state of preservation.
Upon request, the tour can be enriched with a visit to the magnificent
Hosios Loukas Monastery, one of Greece’s most significant Byzantine monuments and aUNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to the 10th century, the monastery is renowned for its exquisite mosaics, harmonious architecture, and serene, spiritual atmosphere.
The day concludes with a leisurely lunch in the charming village of
Delphi, where traditional tavernas offer breathtaking views over the Valley of Phocis and theendless olive groves reaching toward the Corinthian Gulf. Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine while taking in one of the most memorable panoramas in the country.
Blending ancient mythology, exceptional art, Byzantine heritage, spectacular landscapes, and refined local flavors, this full-day escape from Athens offers an inspiring and deeply enriching journey through some of Greece’s most iconic destinations.
Frequently Asked Question about Delphi
A Tour in Aegina Island
Aegina is a small island with a rich history and a relaxed, welcoming character. Very close to Athens, yet worlds away in atmosphere, it has long been an important place in Greek history and was even the first capital of modern Greece. This past is still visible today in its monuments, traditional architecture, and everyday island life.
Escape the city and join us on a refined day trip from Athens to the charming island of Aegina. Traveling by ferry with our private van, we enjoy a seamless and comfortable journey across the Saronic Gulf.
Once on the island, after one hour of a ferry ride,we explore Aegina’s timeless beauty and rich heritage. Highlights include the magnificent Temple of Aphaia, one of Greece’s best-preserved ancient temples, and the serene Monastery of Saint Nektarios, an important spiritual landmark.
The day also offers time to relax and indulge: swimming in crystal-clear waters, lunch at a seaside beach taverna, and a leisurely walk through Aegina town. Here, we savor the island’s famous pistachios, browse local shops, and enjoy the relaxed island atmosphere.
Marathon and Vravrona
A rewarding day trip from Athens takes you northeast to Marathon and Vravrona, blending history, nature, and myth. At Marathon, walk the legendary plain where the famous battle took place and visit the archaeological site and museum. Continue to Vravrona (Bravrona) to explore the serene sanctuary of Artemis, set amid wetlands and olive groves, offering a peaceful contrast to the city and a glimpse into ancient religious life.
The Battle of Marathon (490 BC) marked a turning point in ancient history, when the Athenians defeated the Persian forces on the plain of Marathon. This victory became a lasting symbol of resistance and freedom.
Legend tells of a runner who carried the news of triumph from Marathon to Athens, inspiring the modern Marathon race, which still follows this historic route today.
Nearby lies the Tomb of the Athenians, a monumental grave where the fallen soldiers were buried on the battlefield itself, honoring their sacrifice.
The Sanctuary of Artemis at Vravrona was dedicated to Artemis, goddess of nature, childbirth, and protection of the young. Set amid wetlands and streams, the sanctuary offered a sacred, tranquil environment for worship.
A key ritual here involved the Arktoi (“little bears”), young girls who took part in ceremonies symbolizing their passage from childhood to adulthood before marriage.
The nearby Vravrona Archaeological Museum enriches the visit, displaying unique finds from the excavation, statues, reliefs, and offerings connected to Artemis and the Arktoi, helping visitors understand the sanctuary’s role in everyday life and religious practice in ancient Attica.
This day trip can be beautifully extended by continuing south for lunch along the Athens Riviera, where seaside tavernas offer fresh seafood and relaxed views of the Aegean. After lunch, the journey culminates at Cape Sounio, one of the most dramatic spots in Greece. As the sun sets, the clifftop Temple of Poseidon glows above the sea, providing a memorable finale that combines history, landscape, and natural beauty in a single unforgettable day.
