4 Private History Tours in Greece to Book First

1.Private Biblical Tour Ancient Corinth & Isthmus Canal from Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 762 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $301Our pick

Spend about eight hours with a private driver such as Yannis, Tas, Peter, or Giannis, tracing Paul’s time in Corinth. Visit the canal, Diolkos, Acrocorinth, Ancient Corinth, Kenchreai, and the museum, with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and flexible stops.

“What's printed in the Holy Bible was inspired and given to us by God through chosen men and women. Before the printed word could be mass produced, we relied on stories and actions (traditions) passed down through the ages by our ancestors. There was no need to rewrite what had become common knowledge; & the Holy Bible encourages us to follow the Word and the words...Tradition and tradition. We are Roman Catholic and our guide, Giannis, is Orthodox. His deep knowledge and understanding of Tradition and local traditions brought Saul / St. Paul to life in a human perspective as well as a saintly "character" of a Bible story. Giannis…”

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2.Private Tour of Apostle Paul’s Footsteps in Ancient Corinth

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $169

Travel from Athens in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Giannis, Nick, or Ruslan. Visit the Corinth Canal, Paul’s port at Kenchreai, the ancient Agora, Acrocorinth, and Saint Paul Church. Archaeological entrance fees are extra.

“Great trip with Nick following Paul’s footsteps. Nick provided alot of details and insights regarding the sites and Paul’s travels. Thanks Nick for providing a safe trip and special birthday for our 84 year old mother.”

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3.Ancient Athens for Kids 4-Hour Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $174

Explore Athens with a private guide such as Effie, Niki, Martina, Dimitris, or Antonis. Kids learn through games and stories as you visit the Pnyx, Plaka, Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, National Garden, and Parliament, with a traditional refreshment included.

“Guide was very good with kids. Walked more than I expected. Would like to have seen/heard a bit more history. Wished games for kids had been geared more to history of Athens.”

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4.Private Athens Walk: Ruins, Markets & Local Stories

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $166Best value

Spend three hours walking from Kotzia Square to the Acropolis with a private English-speaking guide. See Athens Central Market, Monastiraki, Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora, Plaka, and local shops, with coffee and practical advice along the way. The Acropolis interior is not included.

“We had a fantastic tour last Tuesday 15th September with Babis.”

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