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The 15 Best City Highlights Shore Excursions in Greece

35 tours  ·  from $12 a head

This is the shortlist you would send to the next cabin: 15 city highlights shore excursions in Greece worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you book.

Santorini Must-See Highlights: Private Shore Tour - Firostefani and the Three Bells viewpoint
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Santorini Must-See Highlights: Private Shore Tour

1.Santorini Must-See Highlights: Private Shore Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 569 reviews · 3 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $48Our pick

Travel across Santorini with a private driver-guide such as Aphrodite, George, Babis, or Nikolas. Visit Oia, Firostefani, Megalochori, Red Beach, and Perissa, with time for wineries, Akrotiri, lunch, or sunset. Pickup is available from hotels, the airport, and cruise ports.

“This is an amazing tour of the island filled with so much information and history as to how it became what it is. You stop at some of the most beautiful spots for pictures and breathtaking views. Our driver, George, was top notch! I highly recommend using him if you can.”

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From Argostoli: Kefalonia Shore Excursion Highlights Tour - Meeting your guide at Argostoli port
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From Argostoli: Kefalonia Shore Excursion Highlights Tour

2.From Argostoli: Kefalonia Shore Excursion Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 176 reviews · 6 hours · from $76

From Argostoli, explore Melissani Lake by rowing boat, walk into Drogarati Cave, swim at Antisamos Beach, view Myrtos Beach, and taste Robola wine at Orealios Gaea Winery. English-speaking guides such as Martin, Isadora, and Kostas lead small or private groups in air-conditioned vans.

“This was one of the best trips we have ever done and we have done at least 7 cruises worth of trips. The transportation felt very modern and luxury, the itinerary of the trip was well planned and well thought out. We felt like we got to experience so much in a single day. It's a full 6 hour day trip, with a wonderful host. We chose the private option as there was 12 of us and we felt it was fantastic value for money. We all said it was the best day on our cruise, and there were a range of ages from 18 up to 70 years old.…”

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Corfu: Panoramic Island Highlights Van Tour from Cruise Port - Vasilakis Kumquat stop: a quick taste of Corfu
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Corfu: Panoramic Island Highlights Van Tour from Cruise Port

3.Panoramic Island Highlights Van Tour from Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 140 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $57

Leave directly from Corfu Cruise Port in a small, air-conditioned minivan and visit Paleokastritsa, its hilltop monastery, Kanoni, a kumquat shop, and Corfu Old Town. Drivers such as Christos and Kostas provide local help, though the amount of commentary can vary.

“There was no audio guide with this booking but sadly the bus driver did not engage at all and was on the phone continuously. The tour itself great but would have enough nice too have the driver point out a few highlights.”

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From Cruise Port: The Acropolis & Athens Highlights Tour - From Piraeus to Syntagma Square
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From Cruise Port: The Acropolis & Athens Highlights Tour

4.From Cruise Port: The Acropolis & Athens Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 105 reviews · 3h 30m · from $104

Start at Syntagma, visit the metro museum and National Gardens, then enter the Acropolis from its quieter southern side. Guides such as Andrea, Ani, Hermes, and Angelika bring Greek history to life, while free time in Plaka adds lunch and shopping. Expect steep, slippery marble and a long day from Piraeus.

“What a great tour. Our guide Andrea was very informative, funny and considerate regarding making sure the group moved efficiently. She was able to provide great information about everything we saw. pick up and drop off were efficient as well Nick was a great driver.”

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Santorini: Half-Day Island Sightseeing Tour - Firostefani and the Three Bells viewpoint
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Santorini: Half-Day Island Sightseeing Tour

5.Half-Day Island Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $70

See Santorini’s famous caldera views, Oia, Firostefani, Megalochori, and Perivolos Black Beach in three to five hours. An English-speaking local guide such as Sakis, Maria, or Nicholas drives your small group in an air-conditioned vehicle, with water, Wi-Fi, and time for photos.

“Since my husband and I had previously been to Santorini, we decided to make our own agenda and use a private driver for 5 hours. We communicated our itinerary to our driver, Angelo via chat and he not only transported us to each and every stop on our list; he also shared a wealth of knowledge with us. He was so charming and we will not hesitate to use Viator exclusively for our cruise excursions moving forward.”

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Corfu Cruise Port: City Highlights tour & Old Town visit - Kanoni and Mouse Island: Corfu’s classic view
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Corfu Cruise Port: City Highlights tour & Old Town visit

6.Corfu Cruise Port: City Highlights tour & Old Town visit

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 62 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Meet your English-speaking tour leader at Corfu cruise terminal for a four-hour bus tour with photo stops at Kanoni, Mouse Island, Mon Repos, and Garitsa Bay, followed by free time in Corfu Old Town. An audio guide is available in six languages. Food and entry fees cost extra.

“Provider canceled tour. We didn't go, they sent email canceling. So I need a refund please.”

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Mykonos: Small-Group Guided Highlights Shore Excursion - From the port to Armenistis Lighthouse
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Mykonos: Small-Group Guided Highlights Shore Excursion

7.Small-Group Guided Highlights Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 61 reviews · 4 hours · from $123

See Mykonos beyond the cruise port on a four-hour small-group tour. A driver-guide takes you to Armenistis Lighthouse, Ano Mera, and Kalafati Beach, then a walking guide leads you through Mykonos Town, Little Venice, Panagia Paraportiani, and possibly the windmills.

“Our vehicle was top notch luxury! Our local guide Stephanie was very accommodating and knowledgeable.. our driver Nicholaus was very friendly with Greta sense of humor and explained Mykonos very well!”

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Katakolon: Olympia Highlights Shore Excursion - Walking into the sanctuary of Zeus
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Katakolon: Olympia Highlights Shore Excursion

8.Katakolon: Olympia Highlights Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 43 reviews · 4 hours · from $56

Travel from Katakolon to Olympia by air-conditioned coach, then explore Zeus’s sanctuary, temples, Gymnasium, Palaestra, and stadium at your own pace. English-speaking escorts, entrance tickets, and a downloadable audio guide are included. The Olympia Museum is optional and costs extra.

“This tour was essentially a transfer from port to Olympia and back.”

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The Highlights of Athens Private Shore Excursion 8 Hours - The Parthenon and Erechtheion
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The Highlights of Athens Private Shore Excursion 8 Hours

9.The Highlights of Athens Private Shore Excursion 8 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend eight private hours exploring Athens from Piraeus, with an English-speaking driver, Acropolis time, Plaka, the Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, Syntagma, Kallimarmaro, and Lycabettus Hill. Drivers such as George, Yanni, Andreas, and Christos have been praised for flexible routing and local lunch suggestions.

“We had a great day visiting the city of Athens with Christo as our tour guide. Christo was very knowledge about the history of the and also able to accommodate our requests about sites that we want to visit, providing great feedback on our choices and proposing alternatives.”

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Shore Excursion: Katakolo Sightseeing hop on hop off bus tour - The 30-minute ride inland to Pyrgos
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Shore Excursion: Katakolo Sightseeing hop on hop off bus tour

10.Shore Excursion: Katakolo Sightseeing hop on hop off bus tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 36 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $11Best value

Ride from Katakolo cruise port to Pyrgos, the capital of Elis, with a multilingual audioguide and hop-on, hop-off access. Stop at the central square and Archaeological Museum, then return to the harbor for cafés, shopping, or a swim. Check current bus operation before booking.

“We added on the excursion to Olympia had nice bus ride. Tour operator very good worked with us to be able to return us earlier than originally planned”

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Embark | Disembark The Highlights Of Athens - 4 H Private Shore Excursion - Syntagma Square and the Evzones
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Embark | Disembark The Highlights Of Athens – 4 H Private Shore Excursion

11.Embark | Disembark The Highlights Of Athens – 4 H Private Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

This private Athens shore excursion pairs a driver-led city tour with time at the Acropolis, Plaka, Syntagma Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, and Lycabettus Hill. Drivers such as Alexander, Theodore, Peter, and Apostolos have led past tours, but a licensed guide inside archaeological sites costs extra.

“Wonderful tour with Alexander yesterday. He picked us up in a nice sedan right where we exited our cruise ship in Pireaus. He was extremely knowledgeable and an amazing driver in tight spaces as we made our way to all the major sig”

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Shore Excursion: Acropolis, Athens City tour and The New Acropolis Museum - Watching the guards at Parliament
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Shore Excursion: Acropolis, Athens City tour and The New Acropolis Museum

12.Shore Excursion: Acropolis, Athens City tour and The New Acropolis Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

From Piraeus Port, you’ll see the changing of the guard, stroll through the National Gardens, climb the Acropolis with a licensed guide, and visit the Acropolis Museum. Expect about five and a half hours, small-group guiding, firm entry times, and a demanding walk in the sun.

“This was a very informative and well run tour! Our guide was wonderful and so knowledgeable! The Acropolis is incredible but an extremely strenuous climb. I would recommend this tour!”

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Piraeus Shore Excursion: ALL INCLUSIVE Skip-the-Lines Athens sightseeing Tour - A closer look at the skip-the-line promise
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Piraeus Shore Excursion: ALL INCLUSIVE Skip-the-Lines Athens sightseeing Tour

13.ALL INCLUSIVE Skip-the-Lines Athens sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $313

Travel from Piraeus to Athens in an air-conditioned van with a small group of up to 14. See the Acropolis, Plaka, Syntagma, Panathenaic Stadium, and changing guards. Drivers and guides such as George, Ioanna, Vicki, and Despina provide commentary, but a certified Acropolis guide costs extra.

“Awesome experience! Our driver and guide was George and I honestly don’t think we could have gotten a better tour!! George was extremely knowledgeable and extremely accommodating to the sites we wanted to stop and see. Highly recommended!!”

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Athens Highlights Shore Excursion Full Day Private Tour - The Panathenaic Stadium and a photograph worth keeping
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Athens Highlights Shore Excursion Full Day Private Tour

14.Athens Highlights Shore Excursion Full Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $192

Spend about eight hours exploring Athens by private vehicle with pickup at your cruise terminal or hotel. Visit the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Acropolis Museum, Panathenaic Stadium, and Lycabettus Hill, with time for lunch and local guidance from the Tour In Greece team.

“It's flexible to our itinerary and professional service. Very good suggestions for lunch, local Greek cuisine gave us good taste of famous food.”

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Athens City Tour with Acropolis & Plaka from Piraeus Cruise Port - Plaka, the right place for free time
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Athens City Tour with Acropolis & Plaka from Piraeus Cruise Port

15.Athens City Tour with Acropolis & Plaka from Piraeus Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $30

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Piraeus to Athens, then explore the Acropolis and Plaka with an English-speaking escort, a 10-language audio guide, and free time for shopping. Choose the Acropolis ticket option or spend longer in Plaka. Guides have included Vasilis, Thanos, Costas, Annie, and Fotios.

“Brilliant trip seeing some Athens highlights and of course the acropolis. Pleased we were given 2.5 hours at the acropolis so plenty of time! Vasilis and the driver were both very friendly, helpful and informative! Highly recommended and perfect for cruises.”

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Athens Shore Excursion: Private City Sightseeing and Acropolis Tour - From the port to central Athens in a private van
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