Let’s dive together into nostalgia to the days we couldn’t choose which tour to follow.

Aegina Panoramic Tour

To begin with, you can take an holistic view of the island of Aegina with the Aegina Panoramic Tour. Firstly, you will make a small tour of the island by bus, crossing between the pistachio trees. Then, you will be lucky to see Aegina’s medieval capital city, Paleochora, and its most famous monastery, St. Nektarios.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a panoramic tour without the respective gastronomic experience. So at the end of the tour, you will make a tasteful stop at a local tavern and get to try Aegina’s delicacies.

Aegina Swimming Tour

What comes to mind when you think of greek islands? Of course their clear, blue sea waters and a great urge to dive in them. That’s why our last but not least recommended tour of Athens Day Cruise is the Aegina Swimming Tour. By your arrival at the island of Aegina and choosing the swimming tour, a speedboat will transfer to an idyllic island. Depending the weather conditions, this can be either Agkistri or Moni island, both less than 10min away from Aegina.

There you will be able to dive in their crystal waters, enjoy the beach and the sun under your private umbrella, with the background of Mediterranean fauna, peacocks or even deer!

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Today, we explore the tours that Athens Day Cruise offers, in the first part of our tribune.

The Classical Tour of Aegina

This tours is a perfect match for history and architecture aficionados. It combines the visit to an archaeological site with the exploring of the official Aegina’s Saint Monastery. By choosing the classical tour of Aegina, first things first, you will visit the impeccable ancient temple of Afaia. Through a beautiful route between pistachio trees lines, you will arrive to the hill where the temple is located. There you will learn the mythology behind the temple, and that architectonically it served as a model for the temple of Parthenon.

Afterwards, your next stop will be the Monastery of St. Nektarios, the patron saint of Aegina. St. Nektarios is a relatively new saint, as he died in 1920 and he was declared as a saint only in 1961. Today the Monastery serves as a convent, where 14 nuns reside.

The Hydra Walking Tour

Hydra is an exceptional island, which somehow manages to unite history buffs, culture lovers and those who look for a short but cosmopolitan way to spend their weekend. Meaning that meeting everyone’s expectations via our walking tour was a pretty tough task.

Luckily for you, the Walking Tour of Hydra by Athens Day Cruise manages to keep everyone satisfied and delighted with their choice. The walk begins at the Merchant Marine Academy, dating from the 18th century, and the statue of ‘Miaoulis’ representing the island’s modern history. Then, you will have the option to take a break on a donkey, the official means of transport of Hydra.

The Walking Tour continues with visiting the square where a couple of “James Bond” movie scenes were shot, one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe “Rafalia” as well as the Ecclesiastical Museum. Finally, the last stop of the tour will find you next to the cannons, with an astonishing view.

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• Audience for the tour: Some are geared towards history buffs while others are aimed at kids. Check who is the target audience for the trip.
• A balanced schedule: Some tour operators try to squeeze in ten things into a walking tour and not allocate enough time to enjoy each venue.
• Group size: Some operators try to cram in forty people into a tour which is better suited for 20.
• Cost and record: Look for value for money deals rather than cheap excursions. Don’t pay above-market rates just because of a brand name.

Keeping these criteria in mind, here are some of the best walking tours in Athens.

Athens Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tasting

This tour will be of interest for all the foodies and wine aficionados. The walking tour starts at 1030 am and takes you across the historic parts of the city and the market. Try some authentic souvlaki and other Greek delicacies. Taste Greek wine, ouzo and raki and find out which one is your new favourite drink.

Hidden Athens Small Group Walking Tour and Picnic: Plaka and the Hills of Athens

This 3.5-hour tour is best suited for those who love photography. Discover hidden sights of Plaka including Byzantine churches, neoclassical townhouses and photogenic Anafiotika.

Classical Tour on Aegina with Athens Day Cruise

If you are a history buff, this is the tour you should join. Get on Athens one day cruise and explore Aegina, Hydra and Poros. On Aegina, explore the historic ruins and enjoy the mythical charm of this ancient island with expert commentary, by booking the classical walking tour of Aegina.

Bonus Tour: Panoramic Tour of Aegina

You can also opt for a Panoramic Tour of the island if you want some Instagram worthy shots. With the Panoramic Tour of Aegina you will get the chance to tour around the island of Aegina, catching great photographic moments. What is more, you can combine the Panoramic Tour with the Classical Walking Tour of Aegina, for an unforgettable combination of activities in the Saronic Gulf.

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It is filled with some of the best tours in the city. We suggest you take organised excursions instead of venturing out on your own because these tours cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time.

These are some of the most exciting tours you can take in Athens.

1. Athens City Highlights Tour

If you prefer to jump the queues and have a reasonable budget, consider the Athens City Highlights Tour. The private tour will take you to Temple of Nike, Odeon of Herodes Atticus and most of the other must-see places near the Acropolis. Your guide will also get you the ‘skip the line tickets’ for Acropolis so that you can jump the long queues.

2. Kids & Family Friendly Tours

Travelling with small children can be tricky. Alternative Tours offer special tours and activities for little fellas who want to enjoy the Greek culture and nature. Meanwhile you can try one of their “alternative” tours with locals.

3. One day cruise to the Saronic Islands

Catch the one-day cruise to visit Aegina, Poros and Hydra abroad a luxurious ship. The experience involves lovely Greek food, traditional music and dance and lots of Ouzo. You can also take guided excursions within the island to make the most of the experience. Book your tickets today!

4. The Original Athens Food Tour

This is a must-do activity for all foodies. The tour takes you around Athens and gives you a chance to enjoy the culinary delights of Greece.

These are some of the best tours to do in Athens. If you think of any additions, do let us know.

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