What Our Hikers Say

“George's Lycabettus hike was one of the highlights of my stay in Athens. He is easygoing, very knowledgeable, and speaks excellent English. The hike is very manageable with a normal fitness level and takes around 1.5 hours up and down.”

“A wonderful experience! The guide was fluent in English, friendly, and brought us to places in Athens I wouldn't have known existed near the city centre. Really recommend! The walk is not difficult and he was always checking if we needed a stop. This tour made my trip more memorable.”

“We had the most amazing tour with George. So informative and friendly. Absolutely book with George if you visit Athens!”

“This excursion is EXCELLENT. George is a wonderful guide. This was one of the best guided walks I have ever been on.”

“George is the best. Great guide and very knowledgeable. He took us on a hike up Mount Lycabettus — phenomenal views and an absolutely beautiful sunrise. And Split Rock is insane, having that in the middle of the city. Such a fantastic start to the day. Highly recommend.”

“Fantastic hike! George is a very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable guide. Even along the walk through the hills he shared insightful facts and landmarks. The hike is slightly intense going up Lycabettus Hill, but well worth it.”

“Had a great time on our hike to the top of Mount Lycabettus with George. From the moment he said hi to the moment we said bye, it was a pleasurable, informative and very fun experience for our family that travelled all the way from California. Such a great way to start the day.”

“George was the best guide I've ever had. He is personable and shows you parts of Athens like never before.”

“What a great sunrise tour. George was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating — from chats about daily Athens life to pausing when I was slightly out of breath.”

“The first hike was well described and somehow still surprising at the altitude climbed — but well worth the sweat for the views from Saint George's Chapel of Likavitto! George was friendly and knowledgeable throughout.”

“Hiked up Lycabettus Hill this morning with George. Very enjoyable. A little strenuous but not bad at all. George was great — friendly and knowledgeable.”

“Great trip this morning, the family loved the sunrise. Excellent communication too.”

“Great morning walk to see the views over Athens with George.”

“George is a very experienced guide. We did an amazing hike that gave us privileged vantage points to view the Acropolis and Athens from above. The hike is well balanced and paced so it won't be exhausting, while still challenging.”

“George is friendly and a wealth of knowledge about the greater Athens area. You will learn a lot and take in amazing views along the way.”

“The hike in the hills was exceptional — a true escape from the hustle and bustle and the crowds. A real breath of fresh air in the company of Georgios, offering unique views. Definitely worth getting up early.”

“I had an amazing experience with George on the Athens Ultimate Hills Climb tour! He was very welcoming, knowledgeable and passionate about Athens. The views were breathtaking and the whole experience felt very authentic. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Athens!”

“The experience was fantastic — highly recommend for anyone interested in taking a walk off the beaten track. George was highly professional and extremely knowledgeable about the area.”

“Fun hike. George showed us many interesting viewpoints for the Acropolis. He was very knowledgeable and shared interesting facts about Athens as well.”

“Best thing we did in Athens.”

“George was super nice! On top of the hike, he showed us some nice spots around Athens and shared a bit of its history. Very nice activity!”

“Fantastic way to spend a morning in Athens. You'll see parts you're unlikely to see otherwise, with some epic views of the city and the Acropolis. All led by George — a passionate, knowledgeable and helpful guy.”

“George guided us through the city to a few unique places — knowledgeable and easy-going. I appreciated the discussion beforehand about the start time for the hike.”

“George was a great, friendly guide. We had nice conversations and a lovely morning watching the sunrise.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed this walk/hike through two hilltops, a natural split rock formation, a park, and various beautiful city monuments (including a Michael Jackson staircase!). The city vistas at the summit of each hill were unforgettable.”

“Really enjoyed our hike to Lycabettus Hill with George. He was great with commentary and interesting information. So glad we made this last-minute reservation.”

“Excellent tour with real hidden gems. Great experience — tons of recommendations for other things to do around Athens! George is a wealth of knowledge and extremely personable!”

“The climb with George was really good! It's lovely to see someone passionate about their job. Very informative, kind and nice. He gave tips on where to eat and answered all our questions. Highly recommended — and nice that it's different from the norm.”

“Amazing hike, beautiful views, and George was a wonderful guide!”

“The guided hike by George was an amazing experience. I got to see beautiful views of the city, some truly hidden gems, got fabulous recommendations, and overall he was a very friendly guy. A pleasure taking this tour with him!”

“Excellent experience — super friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend going with George to stretch your legs and enjoy Athens in the best way possible, out of the traditional tourism of the masses.”

“An amazing tour that anyone visiting Athens should go on. George is a wonderful guide, providing interesting and funny facts along the way.”

“We had an absolutely incredible hiking experience in Athens, and it was all thanks to our amazing guide! From start to finish, everything was seamless, fun, and thoughtfully planned.”

“A unique trip I'd highly recommend. When the whole city is still sleeping, you get the unforgettable view of Athens in the morning. George is a very nice and responsible guide.”

“An unforgettable way to experience Athens! I'm a firm believer that the host is half the experience, and George truly makes it.”

“An awesome experience! We did the morning adventure and saw the sunrise from the top of the mountain. The views were amazing and it was so peaceful. George is a legend with great knowledge of the city. Would recommend to all!”

“I had a fabulous time! Beautiful morning hike. George is very friendly and knowledgeable.”

“George made the start of the day fantastic. We climbed up to Lycabettus Hill in decent time. He pointed out some cool spots on the hike and was a wealth of knowledge. We spent a good while at the top to take some shots. Thanks mate! Highly recommended!”

“Such a great experience, getting to see what Athens has to offer in terms of nature and stunning views. George is very kind, inclusive and knowledgeable. I'd strongly urge you to go on a tour with George — you won't regret it!”

“George has a real passion and excitement for authentic Greek experiences. He was very knowledgeable about the sites and history. The views were amazing, and we got to take photos wherever we wanted. Hiking up and down Lycabettus gave us the full experience of the hill.”

“One of my best and most unique experiences in Athens. George took us to two of the most gorgeous hilltop views of the city. These places weren't touristy, so we got a clear view of the sea and all the landmarks. The climbs are easier than people expect, and the views make every step worth it.”