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USD $75.00
Private Tour: Central Athens Highlights Tour by TRIKKE
Athens, Greece
See the top sights of central Athens on a revolutionary TRIKKE® (electric tricycle) on this leisurely 2-hour tour. Glide around the center on your easy-to-ride, three-wheeled electric Trikke, and look out for top city attractions such as the Acropolis of Athens and tree-lined Syntagma Square. View the Greek Parliament, Presidential Palace and Panathenaic Stadium, and cruise through the colorful neighborhood of Plaka. Add personalized commentary from a private guide, and it’s an insightful way to explore the city.
Meet your private guide in central Athens at your chosen start time. Then, enjoy a safety briefing and training on your Trikke. Put on your helmet and practice on your three-wheeled, electric vehicle; it’s fun and easy to ride! Once you feel comfortable, follow your guide around the city center, and enjoy several stops for photos as you learn about the sights. Feel free to ask as many questions as you wish; the beauty of a private guide is that any commentary is tailored to your interests.
On your tour, pass Panathenaic Stadium — site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 — as well as the University of Athens, National Library and the neoclassical Academy of Athens. Glide through leafy Syntagma Square, and admire the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Greek Parliament and the Presidential Palace, guarded by the red-bereted soldiers of the Presidential Guard.
Ride the streets near the UNESCO-listed acropolis — the ancient citadel that Athens is famed for. Soak up the views over the archaeological showstopper and see the Lysicrates monument and octagonal Tower of Winds, an early Roman weather vane and water clock that stands within the ruins of the colonnaded Roman Agora. You’ll also delve into the Old Town neighborhood of Plaka to see its bustling cafes, bars and markets, and gain an insight into the lives of modern-day Athenians.
If you fancy time out on your tour, just ask your guide to take an optional stop for a snack or drinks (own expense) — your itinerary allows for a short break. After seeing the sights, ride back to the finish point in central Athens, where your tour ends.
We had such fun- my daughter was unsure at first but soon got the hang of it. Our guide was great and worked with us all on the tour to provide what we wanted. A great experience.
Review by: Barbara K, June 2017
Had a great time. Easy to use and fantastic tour guide
Review by: Ceri H, July 2016
I booked this tour because my travelling companion doesn't ride bikes. He was able to master it much quicker than I did.....it really isn't as easy as it looks but I eventually managed it. However the tour was very disappointing.....I didn't feel we got to see much at all, and the commentary was poor especially because the guide did not wait for the whole group to catch up before he started speaking. Although it was fun learning to master the trike, the practice area at the beginning was not appropriate as it was a narrow street footpath with lots of pedestrians to dodge. I am afraid I would not recommend this in future and will stick with the Fat Tire Bikes which has never disappointed.
Review by: LB p, July 2016
good experience
Review by: Lovely N, July 2016
Such a cool experience! My 10 year old didn't quite get the hang of the Trikke, so I thought I was going to have to sit the tour out, but our awesome guide Mike, took him on his Trikke and we were all able to enjoy the tour. :
Review by: Karin B, April 2016
Lot of fun-great tour. But akropolis is not in the tour. Strange though, if you call your tour highlights of Athens.
Review by: Susan H, April 2015
Fantastic Tour option around Athens. Every tour is personal, so there s no need to worry about big groups. I thought the company was well organised and very professional. The Trikke was brilliant fun, very easy to operate and a unique way to see they city. You should definitely consider this tour when visiting Athens.... :
Review by: danny1453, March 2015
Awesome experience they were super friendly with me, and made new friends. This tour is a must if you are in Athens!
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