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Athens for the Day: the 15 Best Trips Out

32 day trips  ·  from $23 a seat

Cape Sounion at sunset, Delphi under the mountain, Meteora four hours north, the Saronic islands by hydrofoil. The 15 below sort the half-day runs from the ones that need every hour of daylight.

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - The Athenian Riviera and the road south
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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 Metaxourghio to Cape Sounion by air-conditioned coach, following the Athenian Riviera to Poseidon’s Temple. Your English-speaking guide, often guides such as Angelina, Lydia, or Dimitra, shares Greek myths and local history. You get about 1.5 to 2 hours at the site for views, photos, and sunset.

“The trip was amazing, and our guide, Lydia, was brilliant. She told us loads of facts and stories on the way there and back. The temple is beautiful and there is a cafe at the bottom for food and drinks. The tour doesnt include the 20€ entry to the temple, which makes the whole trip very expensive. You can see the sunset from lower down, but the temple is really the whole point.”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - The 8:00 am departure from Larissa Station
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

2.Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,670 reviews · 14 hours · from $87

Travel from Athens to Meteora by comfortable coach, then spend five hours with local guides such as Clement or Maria. See all eight monasteries, enter three, visit the Hermit Caves, stop at photo viewpoints, and enjoy an optional Greek lunch with 10 main dishes. Bring cash for monastery entry fees and dress modestly.

“The entire trip was full of interesting bits of history and information. Clement was out guide and his enthusiasm for history was outstanding. The scenery was absolutely beautiful and the monasteries were amazing to see ! A few are closed on certain days, so you won't be able to access all of them in one trip.”

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From Athens: Small-Group Delphi, Museum & Arachova Day Trip - The early meeting point saves time
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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 Athens to Delphi in a small group with an archaeologist trip attendant such as Kostas, Vivian, or Vasilis. Visit the ancient sanctuary and museum at your own pace with an audio guide, then eat and wander in Arachova. Transport, WiFi, and guidance are included, but entry tickets and meals are extra.

“Our guide was very professional and knowledgeable, highly recommended this tour!”

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From Athens: Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Full Day Trip - Starting 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

Travel from Halandri to Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus with an English-speaking archaeologist guide such as Vivian or Voula. See the Lion Gate, Agamemnon’s Tomb, the famous theater, Corinth Canal views and Nafplio’s harbor. Site visits are self-guided, with free time for photos, lunch and wandering.

“Whole teip was great, our guide was so so nice with lots of knowledge so he made this trip even more interesting.”

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Delphi English Day Trip from Athens with Official Guide - The morning departure and long road to the mountains
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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 official English-speaking guide. Explore the Temple of Apollo, Delphi Archaeological Museum, and mountain scenery, then stop in Arachova. Hotel pickup is available from selected hotels, while lunch and entrance tickets depend on the option you choose.

“We took several tours in Athens. Maria by far was the best tour guide we experienced. Maria is extremely knowledgeable and dare say intelligent. The way she answered questions and kept us engaged throughout this long day. The one downside of this tour was the included lunch - skip the lunch option. There are much better lunch options in the new town of Delphi.”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch - Starting at Larissis Station in Athens
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

6.Meteora Monasteries, Caves & Coastal Stopovers with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,432 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $88

Travel from Athens to Meteora by air-conditioned coach, stopping in Kamena Vourla and Kastraki before visiting three monasteries with a local English-speaking guide. You’ll see all six monasteries from the road, explore Badovas hermit caves, and return late. Guides may include Maria, Apostolis, Demetri, or Tillos.

“Once in a lifetime experience!! Definitely worth it!! Book it..you won’t regret it! It is a long day, however they break it up nicely with a seaside stop to stretch and get a snack if desired. We enjoyed walking along the beach. Meterora itself is breathtaking! Words can’t adequately describe it!! Tour operator was friendly and efficient!! Again…well worth it..wonderful experience.”

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Athens: Peloponnese Highlights Day Trip and V.R. Audio Guide - Meeting the bus in central Athens
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Athens: Peloponnese Highlights Day Trip and V.R. Audio Guide

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

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

Spend 11 hours exploring the Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplion from Athens. A modern air-conditioned coach, tour leader, VR device, and audio guide in 10 languages make the ancient sites easier to understand. You get 2.5 hours at Mycenae, 2 hours at Epidaurus, and free time in Nafplion for lunch, coffee, shopping, or a swim.

“The day was well planned out! Our tour guide, George was friendly and made it a point to chat with everyone. Such a lovely way to spend a day!”

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Premium Delphi Day Trip with an Expert Guide, Museum & Lunch - The 8:20 a.m. Departure From Athens
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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 in an air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking licensed guide. Visit the ancient sanctuary, Delphi Museum, and mountain village of Arachova. Guides such as John, Dionysis, Iris, and Vangelis bring Greek myths and archaeology to life. Choose ticket and lunch options to make the day easier.

“Delphi is a magical place, you need to go there few times and breathe the location, live the experience of walking and discovering things. The museum is not big but deserves a little bit.longer visit. Very good tour guide, expert and perfect to keep.the group.together and entertain everybody with legends and history. May be a little.more time in the town of Arachova would be good. Absolutely suggested visit. A big applause to our guide Elisabetta!”

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From Athens: Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Canal & VR Guide - Seeing the Corinth Canal in 45 minutes
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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 by air-conditioned minibus to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and the old port of Kechries. You get free time at each stop, plus a VR app and audio guide for the archaeological site. English-speaking hosts such as Angela, Stefanos, Dido, and Christopher have led recent departures, with lunch and the €15 Corinth entry ticket paid separately.

“Very interesting and beautiful places, a comfirtable journey and a knowledgeable guide”

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Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch - Lunch in Kalambaka
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Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

10.Meteora Monasteries & Caves DayTrip from Athens with Greek Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 879 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $87

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Athens to Meteora, then explore all six monasteries from panoramic viewpoints and enter three. Maria, Clement, or another local guide leads the four-hour visit, with stops at the Hermit Caves, Kastraki, and Kalambaka. Add a Greek lunch, bring €5 per monastery, and expect a very long day.

“Tremendously good guides. Very helpful too. When I forgot to bring cash for the monasteries, a guide kindly drove me to an ATM, so I could make it in time for the bus. Very well organised organisation.”

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Athens: Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim - Ancient Corinth and the Temple of Apollo
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Athens: Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim

11.Ancient Corinth & Nafplio Full Day Trip with Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 531 reviews

Join an English-speaking guide such as Dimitra, Vivian, Theo, or Chryssa for a 10-hour trip from Halandri to Ancient Corinth and Nafplio. Expect ruins, a museum, local food, free time, and a summer swim at Arvanitia Beach. Transport, Wi-Fi, and an archaeologist guide are included.

“We love love loved the activity. Our guide Katerina was amazing, thanks to her degree in history and amazing storytelling skill, we enjoyed our time a lot. Napflio was absolutely beautiful and the sea was heaven-like. We absolutely recommend this tour.”

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From Athens: Meteora Caves & Monasteries Day Trip by Train - The 6:58 AM train from Athens
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From Athens: Meteora Caves & Monasteries Day Trip by Train

12.Meteora Caves & Monasteries Day Trip by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 468 reviews · 14 hours · from $123

Travel from Athens to Meteora by train and replacement bus, then tour all six monasteries, enter three, visit the Hermit Caves, and stop at panoramic viewpoints. A local guide such as Panos or Maria leads the Meteora portion in a small Mercedes minibus. Expect a beautiful but very long 14-hour day.

“We had a most enjoyable trip with our guide Panos. There were only 2 of us on this trip as there had been a cancellation of another party so we had a very private tour. Panos is an exceptional guide and we learnt so much about the area & its history. Although it is a long day trip from Athens, it is worth doing. The area & monasteries are spectacular.”

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Athens: Meteora Day Trip with Central Pickup & Audio Guide - The 7:00 AM pickup in central Athens
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Athens: Meteora Day Trip with Central Pickup & Audio Guide

13.Meteora Day Trip with Central Pickup & Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 394 reviews · 14 hours · from $80

Travel from central Athens to Meteora by air-conditioned coach, with pickup at Plaka, Syntagma, Omonoia, or Karaiskaki Square. A local guide such as Eva or Riki leads the three-hour Meteora visit, with two monasteries, photo stops, an eight-language audio guide, and optional Greek lunch.

“I saw really beautiful and stunning places during this tour. It took 14 hours and might be exhausted so please consider this if you will book the tour to Meteora.”

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Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens - Three monasteries and the rules inside
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Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens

14.Meteora Monasteries Private Full Day Trip From Athens

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

Travel from Athens in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a driver such as George, Harry, Dimitri, or Melina. Visit three accessible Meteora monasteries, stop in Kastraki for Greek food, and see Thermopylae. Expect a very long day, monastery entrance fees, stairs, modest dress rules, and flexible photo stops.

“An amazing place to visit, Anthony our driver was great and very knowledgeable, highly recommend this tour”

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Athens: Delphi, Corycian Cave, and 300 Battlefield Day Trip - Arachova gives you a quick taste of mountain Greece
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Athens: Delphi, Corycian Cave, and 300 Battlefield Day Trip

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

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

This small-group trip links Delphi, Arachova, the Corycian Cave, and Thermopylae in one long day from Athens. Expect an air-conditioned minivan, English commentary, cold drinks, an off-road mountain ride, and guides such as Kostas, Panagiotis, Despina, and Anastasios. Lunch and entry tickets cost extra.

“Overall amazing day trip. It would have been nice if the guide were with us at the sites in Delfi.”

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