Athens Helicopter Tours

TYPE

Airbus, Bell, Agusta and Robinson Helicopters

DEPARTURE

Helipads in Spata or Koropi or Airport

DURATION

30/45/60/90 min

PARTICIPANTS

1-6

Overview:

🚁 Athens from Above: a private helicopter sightseeing flight (30–60+ min) for up to 6 guests. 🏛️ Acropolis & Parthenon • 🌊 Athens Riviera • ⚓ Piraeus • 🌅 Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon.

What is included:

English speaking captain

Fuel & taxes

All necessary equipment

Exclusions:

Gratuities

Pick up/ Drop off from/to your Hotel that is optional.

Experience Athens from a unique perspective: from the sky. 🚁✨


With Athens from Above, you’ll meet your pilot at a private helipad near Athens International Airport and lift off on a private helicopter experience designed around your schedule—perfect for couples, families, or small groups (up to 6 guests, depending on aircraft).

In just minutes, the city opens up beneath you like a living map. 🗺️ You’ll glide over Athens’ most iconic landmarks—the Acropolis and Parthenon, the historic center, and standout sights like Mount Lycabettus, the Olympic Stadium, the Athens Academy and National Library, the Ancient Agora, and the marble beauty of Panathenaikon Stadium (Kallimarmaro). 🏛️

Want coastline drama? 🌊 Choose a route that follows the Athenian Riviera and continues toward Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon sits above the Aegean in jaw-dropping fashion. 🌅 Some packages can also include Aegina Island for an extra “wow” factor.

⏱️ Choose your flight time: 30 min • 45 min • 50–60+ min
🌅 Sunset option: available, with the note that helicopters must land by sunset due to Greek aviation regulations.
🧭 Custom routes: available on request.

Quick “icons” highlights (for your page)

  • 🚁 Private helicopter flight (pilot included)
  • 👥 Up to 6 guests (aircraft-dependent)
  • ⏱️ 30 / 45 / 50–60+ minutes
  • 🏛️ Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, Kallimarmaro
  • 🌊 Athens Riviera + Kavouri (route-dependent)
  • Piraeus Port (route-dependent)
  • 🌅 Cape Sounion + Temple of Poseidon (route-dependent)
  • 📍 Private helipads near Athens Airport
  • 📸 Best photo angles in minutes

🏛️🚁 Route 1—Athens Highlights Helicopter Tour (30 min)

Aircraft: Robinson R66 • Airbus ACH125 • Augusta A109C • Airbus ACH135
Best for: First-timers • Quick luxury experience • “Must-see” landmarks
Flight time: ⏱️ 30 minutes • Private • Up to 👥 6 guests (aircraft-dependent)
Departure: 📍 Private helipad near Athens International Airport

See Athens from above on a 30-minute private helicopter tour. Fly over the Acropolis & Parthenon, Lycabettus Hill, Olympic Stadium, and Piraeus Port—or choose the Athens Riviera + Cape Sounion alternative for sea views and the Temple of Poseidon.

If you want the perfect “wow” in minimal time, Route 1 is your signature flight. You’ll lift off from a private helipad near Athens International Airport and cruise above the city as it opens beneath you like a map—fast, effortless, unforgettable.

Classic Athens City Loop (30 min):
🚁 Heliport → 🏟️ Olympic Stadium → ⛰️ Lycabettus Hill → 🏛️ Athens Academy → 📚 National Library → 🏺 Ancient Agora → 🏛️ Acropolis → 🏟️ Panathenaikon Stadium (Kallimarmaro) → ⚓ Piraeus Port → 🚁 Heliport

Alternative Coastal Loop (30 min):
🚁 Heliport → 🌊 Lavrio → 🌅 Cape Sounion → 🏛️ Temple of Poseidon → 🌴 Athens Riviera → 🚁 Heliport

Why guests love it:
✨ Big landmarks, big views, zero hassle—ideal for proposals, birthdays, and “just because” moments.

📩 Book your private 30-min Athens helicopter sightseeing tour and choose City or Coast.


🏛️🌊 Route 2—Athens + Island or Riviera Helicopter Tour (45 min)

Aircraft: Robinson R66 • Airbus ACH125 • Augusta A109C • Airbus ACH135
Best for: “More than the basics” • Island add-on • Riviera + Sounion lovers
Flight time: ⏱️ 45 minutes • Private • Up to 👥 6 guests (aircraft-dependent)
Departure: 📍 Private helipad near Athens International Airport

Upgrade your Athens sightseeing with a 45-minute private helicopter tour combining iconic city landmarks—Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Kallimarmaro—with either a scenic hop to Aegina Island or a stunning run along the Athens Riviera to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon.

Route 2 is the “best of both worlds” option: you’ll get the classic Athens skyline moments and an extra layer of magic—either island scenery or the coastal Riviera + Sounion finale.

Option A—City + Aegina (45 min):
🚁 Heliport → 🏟️ Olympic Stadium* → ⛰️ Lycabettus Hill → 🏛️ Athens Academy → 📚 National Library → 🏺 Ancient Agora → 🏛️ Acropolis → 🏟️ Kallimarmaro → ⚓ Piraeus Port → 🏝️ Aegina Island → 🚁 Heliport

Option B—City + Riviera + Sounion (45 min.):
🚁 Heliport → 🏟️ Olympic Stadium* → ⛰️ Lycabettus Hill → 🏛️ Athens Academy → 📚 National Library → 🏺 Ancient Agora → 🏛️ Acropolis → 🏟️ Kallimarmaro → 🌊 Athens Riviera → 🌴 Kavouri → 🌅 Sounio → 🏛️ Temple of Poseidon → 🌊 Lavrio → 🚁 Heliport

Why it feels premium:
🌅 You’ll leave the city behind and watch Athens transition into coastline, islands, and open sea—perfect for couples and small groups who want a fuller story in one flight.

*Subject to flight permissions/conditions.

📩 Reserve Route 2 and pick your vibe: Aegina Island or Riviera + Sounion.


🌅🏛️ Route 3—Grand Athens + Coast + Sounion Helicopter Tour (50 min)

Aircraft: Bell 206 • EC120B Colibri • Bell 505 • Bell 407 • Bell 429
Best for: Most complete experience • Coastline drama • Bucket-list flight
Flight time: ⏱️ 50 minutes • Private • Seats vary by aircraft
Departure: 📍 Private helipad near Athens International Airport

Go all-in with a 50-minute private helicopter sightseeing tour in Athens. Fly from the Acropolis and Ancient Agora to the Athenian coastline, sweeping the Athens Coast Boulevard, Kavouri, and finishing at Cape Sounion above the legendary Temple of Poseidon.

Route 3 is your cinematic Athens flight—the one that feels like a highlight reel. You’ll start with the city’s most iconic monuments, then glide toward the coast where Athens turns into blue water, beach coves, and golden headlands.

Grand Route (50 min):
🚁 Heliport → 🏟️ Olympic Stadium* → ⛰️ Lycabettus Hill → 🏺 Ancient Agora → 🏛️ Acropolis → 🏟️ Kallimarmaro → ⚓ Piraeus Port → 🌊 Athens Coast Boulevard → 🌴 Kavouri → 🌅 Sounio → 🏛️ Temple of Poseidon

Why it’s the bestseller-style option:
📸 Maximum variety (city + port + coastline + ancient temple) with a smooth, luxurious flow—ideal for proposals, anniversaries, VIP visitors, or anyone who wants the “I can’t believe that’s real” moment.

*Subject to flight permissions/conditions.

📩 Book Route 3 for the ultimate Athens helicopter panorama tour—from Acropolis to Sounion in one unforgettable flight.

 

Highlights:

  1. Acropolis Aerial Perspective: Experience the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Acropolis from a unique vantage point. Marvel at the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Propylaea, surrounded by the sprawling city below.
  2. Temple of Olympian Zeus: Glide over the colossal columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, a testament to ancient architectural prowess situated at the heart of Athens.
  3. Ancient Agora and Roman Forum: Witness the remains of the ancient Agora, the commercial, political, and social hub of classical Athens. Fly over the Roman Forum, a center of Roman public life in the city.
  4. Coastal Splendor: Enjoy panoramic views of the Athenian Riviera, with its crystal-clear waters and picturesque coastal towns stretching along the Saronic Gulf.
  5. Mount Lycabettus: Hover over close to Mount Lycabettus, the highest point in Athens, and appreciate a bird's-eye view of the cityscape, extending from the historic center to the distant suburbs.

 

For all cancellations or changes, we require email notification at: reservations@aegeanvip.com

Cancellation by the client:

  • full refund will be issued in the event that a cancellation is made more than or equal to seven (7) calendar days prior to the scheduled departure date and time.
  • Cancellations made less than seven (7) calendar days prior to the scheduled departure date and time will result in any deposit or full prepayment being NON-refundable.
  • If a customer wishes to reschedule a flight, this is basically free of charge. If a reschedule is not possible—for whatever reason—the fees shown at “flight cancelled by client” are applicable.
  • Once a flight has departed and the customer wishes to either cancel it or fly back, no refunds will be made. Any change to the itinerary or values of the confirmation by the client might cause the loss of the right for the flight without any refund. (Especially weight limitations and baggage dimensions)

 

Cancellation by the Operator:

  • If the operator cancels a flight, the customer will receive a full refund in accordance with applicable EU regulations.
  • The client is entitled to a full refund if a flight is cancelled due to bad weather, technical difficulties, safety concerns, or an unforeseen restriction from the authorities, unless he wishes to reschedule.
  • No refunds will be given if a customer wants to return or cancel a flight after it has taken off.
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