Private Castle Tour from Athens
Overview
Experience a journey through history with a visit to the Corinth Canal, an engineering marvel connecting the Aegean and Ionian Seas. Next, explore the Acrocorinth, an ancient fortress offering breathtaking views and a glimpse into Greece’s past. Continue to Palamidi Castle, a stunning Venetian stronghold towering over Nafplio, known for its 999 steps and panoramic vistas. Enjoy free time in Nafplio, Greece’s first capital, where you can stroll charming alleys, relax by the waterfront, or savor local cuisine. Conclude with a visit to Bourtzi Fortress, a picturesque island castle before returning to Athens with unforgettable memories.
What's Included
- Everything that involves the vehicle
- Transportation from and to the cruise terminal of Piraeus port and ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
- Transportation from and to your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus
- Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites
- Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls
- Food and drinks
- Admission fees
- Professional guide at sites (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)
Meeting and Pickup
Please contact us, to confirm final details. We pick you up from all Hotels from Athens and Piraeus. The port and cruise terminal or address you have given us.
What To Expect
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Corinth Canal
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Acrocorinth
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Palamidi Castle
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Nafplio
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bourtzi
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain; otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
- Departure time is between 6:00am-8:00am, based on your preference!
- Duration: 10 to 12 hours
- Our drivers are professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Their priority is your satisfaction and safety. All our drivers speak English and are ready to help and to provide tips!
- Our cars are well-maintained, clean, and have free Wi-Fi. Baby chairs, wheelchairs and most phone chargers are available on request, at no additional charge
- Professional guide at the site (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)
- All prices are for 1 tour, for 1 to 3 (on request 4 passengers), with a taxi or sedan, and up to 7 (on request 8 passengers) passengers with a minivan
- We reserve the right to cancel a booking for a full refund in the case of bad weather, health issues or site closures
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Everything that involves the vehicle.
- Transportation from and to the cruise terminal of Piraeus port and ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
- Transportation from and to your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus.
- Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites.
- Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls.
- Food and drinks.
- Admission fees.
- Professional guide at sites (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Castle Tour from Athens is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Castle Tour from Athens will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Everything that involves the vehicle
- Transportation from and to the cruise terminal of Piraeus port and ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
- Transportation from and to your central hotel in Athens or Piraeus
- Professional English-speaking driver. Gives information & tips but does not come in the sites
- Private tour (your party only), Air condition, Wi-Fi in vehicle, fuel surcharge and tolls
- Food and drinks
- Admission fees
- Professional guide at sites (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain; otherwise the driver will do their best for you to see most of the sites
- Departure time is between 6:00am-8:00am, based on your preference!
- Duration: 10 to 12 hours
- Our drivers are professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Their priority is your satisfaction and safety. All our drivers speak English and are ready to help and to provide tips!
- Our cars are well-maintained, clean, and have free Wi-Fi. Baby chairs, wheelchairs and most phone chargers are available on request, at no additional charge
- Professional guide at the site (if wanted, with an extra charge, you can hire in the site)
- All prices are for 1 tour, for 1 to 3 (on request 4 passengers), with a taxi or sedan, and up to 7 (on request 8 passengers) passengers with a minivan
- We reserve the right to cancel a booking for a full refund in the case of bad weather, health issues or site closures
