Private tour in Athens Markos V

Greek Countryside, History and Mythology - Full Day Trip from Athens

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Markos V.

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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 will give to the traveler a great sense of Greece. During this tour you are about to enjoy a beautiful road trip combined with two of the most popular archaeological sites in Peloponnese, Ancient Corinth and Ancient Mycena, and one of the most beautiful cities in Greece, Nafplio. I know the best way for you to see and enjoy each one of the places. You will save time, money and above all you will have a great time. You will do everything according to your own personal taste and on your own pace. My target is always for you to have an amazing time and an unforgettable experience. I will share with you a lot of stories, I will show you the best spots for pictures, I will take you to the best food places and I hope to inspire you to plan your next trip to Greece immediately.

Recent Reviews

Terasa P.United States
May 2026

I did two back-to-back tours with Markos for my first two days in Greece and it was an amazing start to my trip. He provided a lot of interesting information about what I was seeing. Pacing was enjoyable. He helped to avoid huge crowds so I could really see the sites. Markos is a pleasure to spend time with. I highly recommend him as your guide.

James R.United States
September 2025

We had an absolutely wonderful day exploring the history of the Peloponnese with Markos. His friendly outgoing nature and passion for his country’s ancient sites made him a perfect choice to drive us from Athens to Corinth, Nafpoli and back. He provided several short videos and materials to help bring sites like the temple of Apollo to life. He was great to talk with and he helped ensure we got great pictures along the way. A perfect choice for our day exploring the ancient world.

Ellen S.United States
April 2025

Today we visited the Peloponnese area and saw the Corinth Canal, Corinth, Mycenae, and Napfolio and it was a lovely day! Markos is well versed in history and mythology. He is from Athens and knows the entire area well and is thoroughly fluent in English. Markos shared lots of information and even had several short videos that were excellent to explain what we would be seeing. He is a good driver, his Mercedes van is meticulously clean and he thought of everything including water and umbrellas. Markos gave us options for lunch and we decided on a seafood restaurant where he gave us recommendations of what to order and it was all wonderful. He is easy to be with and professional in every way. We would definitely use him again if we came to Greece and we will recommend him to our friends.

Marilyn K.United States
April 2025

We spent an enjoyable day seeing the countryside on our tour to the Peloponnese. Our guide was Markos’ father Vasilios, also an experienced and knowledgeable tour guide, filling in for Markos that day. In addition to his narrative during the drive, he used a dash mounted tablet to play videos of a professor of archeology explaining each site as we were heading to visit it. These videos provided an exceptional context that allowed us to better understand what we were seeing at the site itself. We were very glad to have a chance to see more than just Athens during our short stay in Greece. We had many questions about the flora, fauna, and lifestyles along the way, and learned a lot about Greece and its people as Vasilios responded. We also took a second tour with Markos later in the week and he was as expert and adept as his father. I highly recommend booking with them.

Your Athens tour itinerary

We start our tour from Athens, we will head west, along with the beautiful scenic coastal, until we reach the CORINTH CANAL. We will make a short stop and then, in about 15-20 minutes we will reach the ANCIENT CORINTH. Afterward, we will drive through vineyards and olive trees, all the way to MYCENAE. At this point, we will visit the famous CYCLOPEAN WALLS around the ACROPOLIS of Mycenae, and the Tomb of king ATREUS. We continue by visiting the first capital city of the Democracy of Greece, the beautiful NAFPLION with the fortified islet of BOURTZI. After having lunch at an amazing place, and a wonderful walk in the old town, we will take the road of return back to Athens.

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Transport details
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."

What's included
Other: Professional Tour Driver (not authorized to provide guided tours within sites or museums)
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses, Licensed guides to guide you inside archeological sites, Entrance fees
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Services: Licensed guide to guide you inside the historical monuments
Meeting location

Athens, Greece

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.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
History
Tour reference number
777646
Languages
Greek
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Athens best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the Greek countryside, history, and mythology at their own pace. It's ideal for those interested in visiting archaeological sites like Ancient Corinth and Mycenae, as well as enjoying the scenic beauty of Nafplio. Families with kids will find it suitable due to its light activity level and kid-friendly nature. Additionally, it's great for anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Markos V. for deeper insights into Greek culture.

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