My wife and I did a 4 day tour with Markos in the Peloponnese. When you spend that much time with someone, you get to know them, their knowledge level and their character. To my wife and I, Markos excelled in all aspects. He is not only a gentleman, but he is truly a scholar as well. I have studied Greek history since I was very young and Markos was still able to teach me a tremendous amount about not only history but culture and language as well, all while being extremely humble. Further, Markos knew exactly when and where to be to get the best crowds seemingly intuitively. All of his suggestions for hotels, food, anything, were simply the correct choice for us as he got to know us well enough very quickly to tailor the entire experience to our exact desires before we even knew what we wanted. Markos is a true professional and in my opinion I have made a friend for life on top of that, which is the most valuable gift he could have ever given me. If you have the chance in your life, book with Markos and his company.
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Private tour in Athens Markos V
4-day Tour in Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi,Thermopylae and Meteora
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Hello from beautiful Greece! My name is Markos! I will be more than happy to drive you through my Country's History and Civilization in my Licensed, Smoke-Free, air-conditioned, latest-model Mercedes Minivan or brand-new Mercedes Minibus! About 10 years ago, I decided to follow my passion and get involved in the tourism industry. More specifically, to share my passion and knowledge of my country, with people from all over the world. Ever since I was a child, I remember myself walking around the streets of my birthplace, Athens. While I was growing up, I started learning little by little, about my country's amazing history. It was at that time, as a child, that I realized the glory of Ancient Greek Civilization. I realized the global importance of Ancient Greek Characters, and I also realized the magnitude of the cultural and scientific wealth that Ancient Greece spread all around the world. My Studies are in the field of Healthcare and Management. I have a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare and Social Units Administration from the Technological Educational Institute of Athens. I also have a Master's degree in Health Management from the University of Piraeus. Furthermore, I have a Certificate of Proficiency in English from the University of Michigan. My writing and speaking skills in English are excellent. Other than my professional occupation, I am a guitarist at a professional level and a Marathon runner. Being a Private Tour Driver Guide is more than a job for me. It is a great opportunity, to introduce my country's history and culture, through its sites and monuments. It's not just a job for me, it is a way to meet people from all over the world and share my passion with them. I love my country and I really love my city. I practically know Athens like the palm of my hand. I know many amazing things that a traveller would love to experience in Athens, that regular sightseeing cannot offer. There are many ways by which a city can surprise you, but it is sometimes very difficult for a traveller to find them on their own. A local person, however, like me, can provide the full experience! Ever since I started following this profession, and until this very day, I can only feel blessed by the travellers' feedback. I was so honoured that one of my recent reviews was listed in the video with the Top 12 Favorite ToursByLocals Reviews of 2019. My target is to continue, evolving, learning, and taking my tours to a higher level. Above all, I wish to be myself and start with a single tour experience with each of my amazing customers, to create a friendly relationship that will last for a long time. I want not only to offer my services but to inspire you to come back to Greece in the future and when you do, to search for me again! This is my ultimate wish! To offer you an experience that will last for a lifetime! Professional Licensed Tour Driver and Tour Operator, Certified by the Greek National Tourism Organization. I am not a licensed guide and I will not be able to come with you inside the historical sites, but I will share with you my personal knowledge about all the sites we are going to visit.
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Overview of your Athens tour
This tour is the Ultimate Experience of Greece. In just four days you will be able to visit the most popular and important archaeological sites on the mainland of Greece. It is not only the importance of the archaeological sites but also the breathtaking views, the local food and the beautiful people that will give you the flavor of Greece. We will visit some of the most important archaeological sites on earth, including: -Corinth, the Las Vegas of ancient Greece -Mycenae, one of the major centres of Greek civilization back in 1350 B. C. -Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympics -Delphi, where the oracle spoke. . the words of Apollo. You will visit Thermopylae, where where one of the most important battles in world history took place. Where King Leonidas and 300 Spartans remained to guard the place, fighting to death. The last day we will visit the unique and impressive Meteora Monasteries. Four days full of Greece that will probably inspire you for your next visit.
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Markos was a very professional, educated, and courteous driver for our tour. He was an excellent communicator when discussing Greek culture and history. He shared videos about all of the historical sites we were about to experience each day. Markos was the perfect choice for our Greek adventure. If you choose him, you’ll be as pleased as we were.
Markos was a fantastic host. He provided us with a very safe, comfortable and informed experience during the course of the 4 days we were together. He was always flexible in support of our family's needs during the trip and made every effort to ensure we had a wonderful experience. The time passed quickly yet at the end, we felt as if we had know Marcos for a very long time. We now certainly consider him a trusted friend and hope to return for future visits with him as our guide.
We had the pleasure of hiring Markos as a guide for our 4-day trip to Corinth, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora last month. Markos was very personable and knowledgeable. His guide books, especially the reconstructed images of the ruins were very informative. His driving skills were excellent. We will definitely use him again for our next trip to Greece. We would recommend Markos to anyone without hesitation.
My 18-year old daughter and I both enjoyed a fantastic four-day tour with Markos. His kindness and passion for his work and Greece were evident at every moment. He always put us first making sure our interests were fully covered. Conversations with him were very interesting as we learned not only about the historical sights but gained valuable insights into what Greece is today. What a worthwhile experience in all respects with a very fine and memorable guide. p.s. Meteora monasteries were amazing
Your Athens tour itinerary
Day 1. We depart from Athens early in the morning and head west, until we reach the Corinth Canal. After a short stop, we reach the Ancient Corinth. You will admire the Archaeological Sites, including the Temple of Apollo, the Bema, the ancient Agora and the Museum. We continue to Mycenae. Another 20 minutes drive and we arrive at Nafplion, the first capital city of Greece. Then we will continue through central Peloponnese to arrive at Olympia, where we will spend the night. Day 2. We will visit the Archaeological Sites, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Stadium and the Museum. Afterwards, we will depart for Delphi, where you will have lunch at a local restaurant and we will stay overnight. Day 3. We visit the Oracle, the temple of Apollo and the local museum. Then we depart for Kalambaka and METEORA monasteries. On our way we will do a stop at Thermopylae. We will spend the night in Kalambaka. Day 4. We visit the Meteora monasteries and we return back to Athens.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
• Luxury Mercedes Vehicle • Fully Licensed and Insured for Commercial Passenger Transport • Non-smoking and Climate-Controlled interior • Immaculately maintained with wi-fi available upon request • Certified for Tourist Use by the Greek Authorities "Different rates apply for groups of 7 to 10 passengers. Please message me for Pricing on Mercedes Minibuses."
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Punctuality is essential! Here's where we'll be waiting for you: • Airbnb or Hotel: Right outside your accommodation. • Cruise Ship: Just outside the nearest arrival hall. Please look for the driver holding a sign with your name. Kindly be on time to guarantee a smooth pickup as parking restrictions are in place. If you require a pickup outside Athens or the Airport, please notify us during the booking process.
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