Athens Private Tours FAQ
Quick answers about our private tours of Athens and Greece. Can’t find what you need? Message us on WhatsApp or see our Terms & Conditions.
How much does a private tour of Athens cost?
Our prices are fixed per vehicle, not per person, so the more of you share the car, the less you pay each. VAT, fuel, tolls, parking and luggage are always included. The price depends on the tour you choose and your group size (1–3, 4–6, 7–10 or 11–20 people). You can see the exact price on each tour’s booking page, or send us a message on WhatsApp for a quick quote.
Is the tour really private?
Yes. Every tour is just you and your party, with your own driver and vehicle for the day. You choose the start time, and you can spend more time where you like and skip what you don’t.
What vehicles do you use?
Air-conditioned, smoke-free Mercedes vehicles, licensed by the Greek National Tourism Organisation: a Mercedes sedan for 1–3 people, a Mercedes minivan for 4–6 people, and a Mercedes minibus for 7–10 and 11–20 people.
Is the driver also a tour guide?
Our drivers speak English and share plenty of history and local tips on the road. However, Greek law allows only licensed guides to guide inside archaeological sites and museums such as the Acropolis. Licensed guides are optional, available upon request for an additional fee, and subject to availability.
How much is a licensed guide, and how does it work?
A licensed guide for about 3 hours at the Acropolis or another site costs approximately €250 per group (the same price for 1–10 people), subject to availability. Licensed guides are paid in cash. If the guide rides with you for the whole tour, please count one extra seat when you choose your group size, so we send the right vehicle.
Where do you pick us up?
From any hotel, apartment or Airbnb in Athens, and from Piraeus cruise port. We drop you back at the same place or wherever you like. Airport pickup is included on our layover tours; for other tours starting or ending at Athens Airport there is a 25% surcharge, as the airport is 45–60 minutes from the city.
Can I book a shore excursion from Piraeus cruise port?
Yes. Send us your ship’s name and all-aboard time when you book. We meet you at the port, plan the day around your ship’s schedule, and bring you back to the port in time.
Are entrance tickets included?
No. Entrance tickets to archaeological sites and museums are not included and are paid on site. Meals, drinks and gratuities are also not included.
Do you have tours outside Athens?
Yes. We run private day trips from Athens to Delphi, Meteora, Ancient Olympia, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio, Ancient Corinth and Cape Sounion, plus 2-day and multi-day tours of Greece. Hotels are not included on multi-day tours.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes, child seats are free. Just tell us your children’s ages when you book.
How long will the driver wait for us?
Your driver waits up to 60 minutes after the confirmed pickup time at no extra cost.
Are there any extra charges?
Only two: a 20% surcharge for services between 23:30 and 06:30, and the 25% airport surcharge on tours (other than layover tours) that start or end at Athens Airport.
How do I book, and what is your cancellation policy?
Book online through the tour’s booking page with a small deposit, paid securely; we never ask for or keep your card details. The deposit is refundable if you cancel more than 48 hours before the tour. For late cancellations or no-shows the deposit is non-refundable, but if you miss the tour for reasons beyond your control, such as a cancelled flight or a cruise ship that does not dock, you get 100% of your deposit back.
Do I need to send anything after booking?
Yes. Please send the full names of everyone in your party. This is required by the Greek authorities for all tours.
Who are you?
ATHENS Private Tours Greece has been running private tours since 2004. We are licensed by the Greek National Tourism Organisation (MH.T.E. license 0261E60000638601). You can reach us on WhatsApp or by phone at +30 694 246 0620, or by email at info@athens-private-tours.com.