We have one day in Athens before going on a Windstar cruise of the islands and are interested in a private tour of Athens. Any recommendations?
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Edmonds, WA 🌨 ☂
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https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/greece/faye-excellent-athens-guide
Faye was the local guide we had in Athens on or RS tour.
Knowledgeable and a kick in the pants to boot!
Posted by
OP
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Thank you Joe. I’ll contact her. I don’t have Ricks book. I can go purchase or wonder if it’s possible to get this contact info online?
Posted by
Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Another excellent source for private tours booked by licensed guides working independently is VIATOR ... the good thing about this, IMHO, is that you get FULL qualifications information and a photo & background on the website -- the guides each explain their particular background & expertise, and there are reviews by users ... PLUS there is detailed price information .. hourly rate, minimum, transportation arrangements etc. https://tourguides.viator.com/Listing.aspx?Country=Greece&Region=Attiki&City=Athens There are several dozen guides you can view & compare.
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OP
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Great resource! thank you!
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We had Aristotle Koskinos as our guide last month in Athens. I got his name originally through a trip report where the writer described how good he was with her 13 year old twins. I found his contact information on the website Janet recommended. We had a family group of seven with varying interests so I thought it seemed like he would be able to accommodate a broad range of interests, which he did well.
Beth