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The 15 Best 1-Day Tours in Athens

29 tours  ·  from $23

Good 1-day tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - The meeting point at Metaxourghio metro station
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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 along the Athenian Riviera to Cape Sounion, where you get about 1.5 to 2 hours to explore Poseidon’s Temple and watch sunset. Guides such as Lydia, Angelina, and Dimitra add Greek myths and local history. The €20 site ticket is extra.

“Lovely tour, our tour guide was amazing and told us lots of interesting information on our way to Cape Sounion. He also told us the myths relating to it on the way back, he was really engaging. The Temple itself is beautiful and was a spectacular setting to watch the sunset. I would really recommend this tour!”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - Meeting the coach at Stathmos Larisis
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

2.Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,964 reviews · from $66

Ride from Athens to Kalabaka, then explore Meteora by minibus with a local guide such as Maria or Clement. See all eight monasteries, enter three, visit hermit caves, stop at viewpoints, and add a Greek lunch. Bring cash for entry fees and modest clothing for monastery visits.

“The trip was very organised; the bus was easy to locate and the trip to meteora was very smooth with the promised stops. The guide who took us around meteora (i think his name was clement) was very nice and made the tour very interesing giving us information and facts about the monasteries. It was a really nice day trip and I would highly recomomend.”

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From Athens: Small-Group Delphi, Museum & Arachova Day Trip - The 10-hour route, from Athens to the mountains
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From Athens: Small-Group Delphi, Museum & Arachova Day Trip

3.Small-Group Delphi, Museum & Arachova Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,476 reviews · 10 hours · from $34

Travel from central Athens to Delphi with an archaeologist trip attendant, explore the sanctuary and museum at your own pace, then stop in Arachova for lunch and mountain views. Guides such as Kostas, Vivian, and Elefteria add mythology, history, and useful local advice along the way.

“Vivian was a great guide giving us interesting information on the way to Delphi and on the way back. The bus had wifi which was useful but the toilet didn't work, it was ok because we had a stop along the way. The site of Delhi is great and the audio guide is informative and interesting.”

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From Athens: Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Trip - Meeting at Halandri Metro Station
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From Athens: Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Trip

4.Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,438 reviews · from $33

Spend 10 hours exploring Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus from Athens. An archaeologist guide such as Vivian, Voula or George provides context, while you enjoy free time at the Lion Gate, Nafplio harbor and Epidaurus theater. Transport leaves from Halandri Metro Station.

“The tour guide Vivian was excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. She made the trip special and unique for us!”

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Delphi English Day Trip from Athens with Official Guide - The morning pickup and coach ride
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Delphi English Day Trip from Athens with Official Guide

5.Delphi English Day Trip from Athens with Official Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,199 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $78

Travel from Athens to Delphi by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide such as Maria, Yota, Rose, or Eleni. Visit the Temple of Apollo and Delphi Museum, then pause in Arachova. Expect a long day, steep steps, mountain views, and an optional lunch.

“This was a wonderful tour. Rose was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We will recommend you to all our friends!”

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Athens: Peloponnese Highlights Day Trip and V.R. Audio Guide - Starting from central Athens
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Athens: Peloponnese Highlights Day Trip and V.R. Audio Guide

6.Peloponnese Highlights Day Trip and V.R. Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,425 reviews · from $33

Travel from central Athens to the Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplion in about 11 hours. Your tour leader handles the day while a VR device and audio guide bring ancient sites to life in 10 languages. Guides may include George, Christopher, Angela, Irene, or Nancy.

“Everything was amazing! We couldn’t have a better trip for our vacation.”

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Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide - Walking through the Archaeological Site of Delphi
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Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

7.Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,247 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $34

Travel from Athens to Delphi by air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, an English-speaking guide, and headsets. Tour the Temple of Apollo and Delphi Museum, enjoy free time among the ruins, then stop in mountain village Arachova. Guides may include Mariana, Dimitrios, Michael, or Kiki.

“Tour was overpriced, much cheaper to book the travel only and get tickets direct. Keytours (operator) charge a huge premium for the tickets. You could book the tickets on the coach and join the group tour for significantly less. I have complained but they have just said no refund. Cannot fault the guide or driver, but BE WARNED NOT TO PURCHASE TICKETS FROM KEYTOURS. Just book the travel and buy tickets in coach this will save you over €30 Per person.”

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Premium Delphi Day Trip with an Expert Guide, Museum & Lunch - The Temple of Apollo and the Climb Upward
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Premium Delphi Day Trip with an Expert Guide, Museum & Lunch

8.Premium Delphi Day Trip with an Expert Guide, Museum & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,100 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $38

Travel from Athens to Delphi by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide such as John, Iris, or Vangelis. Tour Apollo’s sanctuary and museum, then pause in mountain-town Arachova for lunch or free time. Expect a long day, scenic roads, uneven paths, and a group of up to 40.

“Our guide, Elisavet, was very knowledgeable and gave information both on our journey to Delphi and on the trip back, so even the “boring” driving parts of the journey were never boring. Delphi itself was of course very beautiful even in winter. We opted for the no lunch option and took food with us, and I think this worked out very well as we had more time to explore the mountain town of Aráchova, which is absolutely stunning. The views were spectacular.”

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From Athens: Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Canal & VR Guide - Starting from one of four Athens meeting points
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From Athens: Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Canal & VR Guide

9.Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Canal & VR Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,073 reviews · 6 hours · from $41

Travel from central Athens to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and the old port of Kechries in six hours. You get a comfortable minibus, audio guide, and VR app, but pay €15 separately for Ancient Corinth. Guides such as Angela, Stefanos, Dido, and Christopher have earned strong praise.

“Great trip, we really enjoyed Corinth and the few extra stops along the way! Thank you 😊”

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Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch - Four hours through central Greece
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Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch

10.Meteora Day Trip with central Pick up & optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 590 reviews · 13 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Travel from Athens to Meteora by air-conditioned coach, meet local guides such as Eva or Riki, visit the Hermit Caves and two historic monasteries, and stop at striking viewpoints. The day lasts about 13.5 hours, with lunch optional and monastery entry paid separately.

“Just the beginning of the trip sets the tone. Not a luxury bus, crammed on a grayline bus. Cant even move my arms, no view out the windows, we had to chase down the bus. Havent even gotten to the main tour yet but if its anything based on the beginning I am sure it won't be positive. Definitely not close to worth the money. Really honestly worst tour ive been on. It seems they over booked the tour. Picking up more people and not enough bus seats per people. Way over booked.”

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Athens: Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim - Starting at Halandri instead of central Athens
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Athens: Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim

11.Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 523 reviews · from $44

Spend 10 hours in the Peloponnese with an English-speaking guide, visiting Ancient Corinth and Nafplio before free time at Arvanitia Beach. Guides such as Apostolos, Vivienne, Chrysa, and Theo have been praised for lively history talks. Swimming is seasonal, and the €15 Corinth entry fee is extra.

“This is the second tour we booked with this company, and we weren’t disappointed at all. From start to finish, everything was organized to perfection. The towns where we stopped were really beautiful. Unfortunately, it was raining, so we couldn't swim, but we still had a great time. However, it would have been appreciated if they had dropped us off at Syntagma like the Poseidon tour, as we were all tired for the metro. Just a small note: you need to pay an additional €20 per person for the entrance fees, and when they take you to the castle, there's nothing else to do for the hour-long stop unless you…”

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Mycenae and Nafplion Day Trip from Athens with Official guide - Nafplion brings a more relaxed Greek town into the day
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Mycenae and Nafplion Day Trip from Athens with Official guide

12.Mycenae and Nafplion Day Trip from Athens with Official guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 501 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $78

Travel from Athens to Mycenae, the Corinth Canal, and Nafplion with an English-speaking guide. See the Treasury of Atreus and Lions Gate, walk through Nafplion, and ride in an air-conditioned coach. Check whether your date includes Epidaurus, lunch, or a bilingual guide.

“Sights were great, no doubt about that. Otherwise, the trip was not quite enjoyable. First, it's not an English tour! As already indicated in the previous reviews, and I think the tour operator is obliged (!) to indicate beforehand that it's a French-English tour, not an English one! And as the guide was speaking much better French than English, and more or less repeating everything twice in two languages, a lot of time was waisted on listening twice for the same stuff. And I'd say it was really tiresome. Let alone that I would have expected something more interesting and intelligent (!), than phrases like "Athena was a goddess of…”

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Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens - The morning road to Meteora
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Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens

13.Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 11 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $350

You’ll travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Athens to Meteora, with drivers such as George, Harry, Dimitri, and Melina sharing local history along the way. Visit up to three accessible monasteries, eat in Kastraki, and stop at Thermopylae. Expect a long day, stairs, cash fees, and modest dress.

“Excellent tour and guide, very friendly and knowledgeable about the area and country. Vasilis was able to answer all our questions along the way. Meteora was incredible to see, we were able to tour the monasteries and stop for the views. Well worth the time and drive.”

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Athens: Delphi, Corycian Cave, and 300 Battlefield Day Trip - Arachova: a quick mountain introduction
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Athens: Delphi, Corycian Cave, and 300 Battlefield Day Trip

14.Delphi, Corycian Cave, and 300 Battlefield Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 344 reviews · 12 hours · from $170

Travel from Athens to Arachova, Delphi, Mount Parnassos, and Thermopylae in a small group of up to eight. You get about two hours at Delphi, an off-road ride to the ancient Corycian Cave, lunch with olive-valley views, and detailed commentary from guides such as Kostas, Panagiotis, and Despina.

“Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the places we went to. She even brought us drinks to keep hydrated throughout the day. The van was tight but still comfortable with AC. The sites themselves are fantastic and well worth the trip. Would highly recommend!”

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Athens: Delphi and Arachova Day Trip with Guide - The Athens departure and the road north
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Athens: Delphi and Arachova Day Trip with Guide

15.Delphi and Arachova Day Trip with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 305 reviews · from $33

Travel from Athens to Delphi by air-conditioned bus, with a licensed English-speaking guide, headsets, and WiFi. Visit the Temple of Apollo, theater, stadium, treasuries, and Delphi Museum, then enjoy lunch time and a short photo stop in Arachova. Guides may include Dominique, Dimitria, Joy, Vicky, or Helena.

“This tour was well organized and comfortable. The guide was knowledgable and friendly.”

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