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15 Best Half-Day Tours In Greece

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The 15 most popular half-day tours in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best Half-Day Tours In Greece

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - Getting Started at Metaxourghio: Find the Sign, Then Relax

1.Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

Most Popular★ 4.8

Half-day bus trip from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, with sunset views, an archaeologist guide, and great free time.

“A fantastic half-day trip that is absolutely worth every penny! The organization was seamless and the views at the Temple of Poseidon were simply breathtaking. The highlight of the tour was definitely our amazing guide – she was incredibly kind, witty, and kept us entertained with fascinating stories and insights. You can really tell she’s…”

8,241 reviews5.5 hoursFrom $23by Ammon Express

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Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens - Lake Vouliagmeni photo stop: a quick break with a big backstory

2.Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Athens

★ 4.5

Half-day Cape Sounion tour from Athens with hotel pickup, Lake Vouliagmeni photos, beach time, and an hour at the Temple of Poseidon.

“This was a great day trip to end this weeklong vacation. The Athens riviera is stunning and the Temple of Poseidon is the cherry on top. Of course the weather will factor into your experience so choose your day wisely. You won’t regret it.”

3,205 reviews5 to 6 hours (approx.)From $42.93by GETAWAYS GREECE

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Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar - Santorini volcano and hot springs: your warm-water reality check

3.Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

★ 5.0

Small-group Santorini catamaran cruise from Vlychada with hotel pickup, Prosecco and open bar, Red Beach and hot springs swims, plus BBQ lunch.

“Have pick-up service, good arrangement, nice food, nice music, well introductions for Santorini. Although the weather wasn’t very well, me and my family still having so much fun.”

2,975 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $133.02by Santorini Star Sailing

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From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari - Morning or Afternoon: How the Timing Shapes the Route

4.From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

★ 4.8

Quad bike safari from Rethymno: off-road Maroulas trails, shallow water crossings, kafeneion by Lake Potami, Prassies snack, 4 hours.

“Had an absolute blast, got to ride basically at road speed on the normal road, wasn’t slow like other safaris and we went really far. Did get quite dusty, so take clothes you don’t mind getting messy. Special thanks to guide Nicos for buying me a beer at the end!!!!”

1,444 reviews4 hoursFrom $70by Discovery Safaris

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Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis

Athens Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with Tickets of Acropolis - Meet-up point, pickup window, and how the timing really feels

From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour - The Coach Ride From Athens: Coastal Towns, WiFi, and Myth Talk

6.From Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour

★ 4.3

Half-day coach trip from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, with a sunset option, live myth chat, and WiFi onboard.

“Great tour! Enjoyed the ride. The bus was clean, clean smelling, and comfortable. The guide was friendly. The Temple and Cape were incredibly cool. Great restaurant on site. It was well worth the money and time. My kids loved being able to run around with the wind and sea air at sunset. Would definitely do…”

1,082 reviews4 hoursFrom $22by Key Tours

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Naxos: Half-Day Cooking Class at Basiliko Family Tavern

Naxos: Half-Day Cooking Class at Basiliko Family Tavern - From Meeting Point to Farm Tour: What the First Hour Typically Looks Like

7.Naxos: Half-Day Cooking Class at Basiliko Family Tavern

★ 5.0

4-hour Naxos cooking class at Basiliko Family Tavern: pick garden produce, learn Naxian recipes and cheese, then feast with wine and music.

“This was awesome!! The recipes were fantastic (I have already tried one at home, Mary our leader was engaging and funny, the food was delicious and we learned a lot and met lots of great fellow travelers. Highly recommend.”

887 reviews4 hoursFrom $117by Naxos: Cooking Lessons at Basiliko

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From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat

From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat - Price and value: what you’re really paying for

Zakynthos: Half-Day Tour to Turtle Island and Keri Caves

Zakynthos: Half-Day Tour to Turtle Island and Keri Caves - Pickup, Timing, and Where the Van Shows Up

9.Zakynthos: Half-Day Tour to Turtle Island and Keri Caves

★ 4.2

Half-day Zakynthos tour with Cameo Island bridge photos, a glass-bottom turtle cruise to Marathonisi, cave swims at Keri, and olive-oil tastings.

“this trip was amazing, our tour guide was really knowledgeable and our driver was fantastic and taken photos in all the right spots. beautiful day, it was a small group, so was very nice and relaxing. would highly recommend”

640 reviews5 hoursFrom $66by Dali Tours Zakynthos

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Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos

Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos - Ferry to Delos: Short Ride, Real Payoff

10.Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos

★ 4.0

Half-day trip from Mykonos to Delos with a guided walk, round-trip ferry, skip-the-line access, and optional museum time.

“There is an additional 20 euro entrance fee and the boat ride is about 30min. The terrain is rocky and the tour guides bring you to certain spots and speak on it. I found the tour up my alley as I love history, but people that can't sit still and listen may not enjoy.”

582 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $72.41by Delos Travel

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Milos: Half-Day Speedboat Cruise to Klefiko with Snorkeling

Milos: Half-Day Speedboat Cruise to Klefiko with Snorkeling - Kleftiko Caves: white rock drama and your first real swim

11.Milos: Half-Day Speedboat Cruise to Klefiko with Snorkeling

★ 4.9

Half-day Volcano speedboat from Adamas to Kleftiko, Sykia Cave, snorkeling and calm bays, with GoPro and drone photos included.

“Entertaining tour with beautiful beaches and views. We also had snacks, drinks, snorkeling and music. And we had a transfer from Adamas to the south (where the tour started due to the northern wind) which was handy. And there’s a toilet on the boat to anyone concerned :) The crew was super friendly. They also…”

572 reviews5 hoursFrom $159by Volcano Boat

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Zante: Half-Day Tour to Navagio, Blue Caves & White Beach

Zante: Half-Day Tour to Navagio, Blue Caves & White Beach - Shipwreck Beach photo stop: how to get the shot without stress

12.Zante: Half-Day Tour to Navagio, Blue Caves & White Beach

★ 4.6

Half-day Zakynthos tour to Navagio Shipwreck, Blue Caves and White Beach, plus an ancient olive tree and handmade tastings from $29.

“Booking was really easy and we were collected from our hotel which is always lovely, with a pick up time emailed to us the night before. Giannis, our driver, was friendly, attentive and we felt safe with him driving us around. We didn’t feel rushed on our stops and were even offered to have a…”

548 reviews2 - 6 hoursFrom $29by Happy Days Zante

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Half-Day Rethymno Quad Safari

Half-Day Rethymno Quad Safari - Quad Setup and Safety: Helmets, Guide Leadership, and Real Rules

13.Half-Day Rethymno Quad Safari

★ 5.0

ATV quad safari from Rethymno with dam and gorge stops, coffee and viewpoints, small groups, and provided safety gear for dusty fun.

“Great activity - great views - great staff - good value for your money - the appropriate amount of time doing the activity”

494 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $72.56by Discovery Safaris

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Heraklion: Private Half-Day Sailing Trip to Dia Island

Heraklion: Private Half-Day Sailing Trip to Dia Island - Getting on board without stress: meeting point and timing that actually help

14.Heraklion: Private Half-Day Sailing Trip to Dia Island

★ 4.9

Private 4.5-hour Heraklion to Dia Island sail with snorkeling, fishing, paddleboards, unlimited drinks, fruit, and optional onboard meals.

“We were looking for a day away from the crowds in a cruise ship port and this was perfect! Picked us up and drove us back to the port. Very attentive to time we needed to be back on board. The sail boat was beautiful and we enjoyed the day. Sailing the Aegean Sea is…”

466 reviews4.5 hoursFrom $459by SAILINGTRIPS.GR

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Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko

Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko - The 4-hour flow: farm tour, garden picking, cooking, then feast and celebration

15.Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko

★ 5.0

A farm-to-table Naxos cooking class at Basilikó: pick organic ingredients, cook Greek dishes with herbs, then feast with wine, music.

“Amazing experience from start to finish! It was an amazing evening - we got to cook, explore the farm, drink wine, dance and make new friends.”

457 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $120.93by Basiliko Naxos Cooking Lessons

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