E-Bike Tour, Acropolis Tickets Included

Acropolis E-bike Tour With Entrance Tickets

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from $79.09 per person

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Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Meeting point: Athanasiou Diakou 16
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Athens by bike

Overview

Four and a half hours split across two halves: an electric bike loop through central Athens, then a guided walk up to the Acropolis and Parthenon. The ride starts at Athanasiou Diakou 16, a short distance from the Acropolis metro station, and rolls past the Arch of Hadrian, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Zappeion, the Presidential Mansion and the Panathenaic Stadium.

Bookings with the "with tickets" option include Acropolis entrance tickets plus an English speaking licensed guide for the archaeological site. Riders over 12 who are at least 147 cm tall can join, and groups are capped at 12 participants. Several reviewers said the e-bikes made the hills around Athens much easier to handle.

This suits first time visitors who want an overview of the city plus real time at the Acropolis. Hotel pickup is not part of the deal, so the tour starts at the bike shop near Syggrou Avenue. The meeting point is close to the Acropolis metro station, and the listing gives directions for anyone arriving from Piraeus port by taxi.

From$79.09 per person

Duration4 hours 30 minutes

Rating5.0 from 741 reviews

What's Included

Included

Acropolis & Parthenon Archaeological Site visit with an English speaking licensed tour guide
Top quality Electric bike + Helmet
Athens city suggestions' list
VAT & all taxes
Acropolis entrance tickets (for bookings with the option "with tickets")

Not Included

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Entrance fee - Acropolis Entry Ticket (when booking without tickets) (€30.00 per person)

Run byAthens by bike

Itinerary

Meet at the bike shopMeet at Athanasiou Diakou 16, about 60m from the Acropolis metro station, near Syggrou Avenue. Arrive 15 minutes early; there are no restrooms at the meeting point.
Arch of HadrianA 5 minute stop. The Temple of Olympian Zeus is passed by with a short stop.
ZappeionA 5 minute stop at the Zappeion Conference & Exhibition Center.
Presidential MansionA 5 minute stop.
Panathenaic StadiumA 5 minute stop. Admission to the stadium is not included in the tour price.
Acropolis45 minutes at the Acropolis. With the tickets option, entry is included and pre-purchased; otherwise the entry fee is paid on the day of the tour.
Parthenon45 minutes at the Parthenon with a licensed guide. Admission is handled through the Acropolis ticket arrangements for the tour.

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What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape how this day goes, from the heat on the hill to how the two halves of the tour connect.

Heat and sun. Several reviewers warned that the Acropolis walk gets very hot, particularly on the uphill stretch. A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen came up repeatedly in reviews. One reviewer also recommended bringing a refillable bottle with lots of ice and water.
Fitness and pace. One said the guide paced it well with breaks; another said the ride was manageable for both kids and their 50-year-old parents. Most travellers can participate according to the listing.
Two tours in one. The bike ride and the Acropolis walk are effectively separate guided activities. One reviewer noted the bikes are dropped at the shop first, followed by a short walk to the Acropolis entrance. The listing says the tour leader may modify the itinerary on the day.
Ticket timing. With the tickets option, the operator pre-purchases Acropolis tickets and asks travellers not to buy their own. Without that option, ticket payment happens on the day of the tour. Acropolis entry has hourly limits, which is why the operator buys tickets in advance.

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Getting there. The meeting point is 60m from the Acropolis metro station. The listing advises including the postal code 11742 in map apps to find the shop. Piraeus port is roughly 40 minutes away by taxi depending on traffic.
Group size. The tour is limited to 12 participants. Reviewers said guides engaged with everyone and made sure all were safe and having a good time, and one noted the guide took photos of each group.

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Rating5.0 from 741 reviews

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Common issues. Not wheelchair accessible, and participants must be over 12 and at least 147 cm tall, with smaller bikes available if arranged in advance for riders between 147 and 160 cm. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated since the tour starts promptly, and there are no restrooms at the meeting point. The tour runs in all weather, rain or shine. One reviewer found the uphill Acropolis walk hard in high heat. Without the tickets option, the Acropolis entry fee of €30.00 per person is paid on the day.

Common Questions

Are Acropolis Tickets Included?

Yes, if you book the "with tickets" option. The operator pre-purchases the tickets and asks travellers not to buy them separately, since Acropolis entry has hourly limits. If you book without tickets, the entry fee of €30.00 per person is paid on the day of the tour.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. The tour starts at Athanasiou Diakou 16, about 60m from the Acropolis metro station at Syggrou Avenue. Travellers should include the postal code 11742 when using map apps. Piraeus port is roughly 40 minutes away by taxi depending on traffic.

How Long Is The Tour?

The full experience runs 4.5 hours, split between the e-bike ride and the guided Acropolis and Parthenon visit. Stops on the ride are around 5 minutes each, with 45 minutes at the Acropolis and 45 minutes at the Parthenon.

Can Children Join?

Participants must be over 12 years old. The e-bikes suit riders 147 cm and taller, and riders between 147 and 160 cm should tell the operator in advance so a smaller bike can be arranged. One reviewer said the ride was manageable for both kids and their parents.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the tour's start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded or accepted. Cut-off times follow the local time in Athens.

What Should I Bring?

Reviewers recommend a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and plenty of cold water, since the Acropolis walk can be hot. Helmets and the electric bikes are provided. Wear footwear you can walk uphill in, and note there are no restrooms at the meeting point.