OUR PHILOSOPHY
At our photography tours and photo shoots, we don’t just capture moments; we craft unforgettable experiences. What sets us apart and earns us the best reviews on TripAdvisor and Google is our unwavering commitment to personalized service, expert guidance, and passion for showcasing the hidden gems of Athens through the lens.
Having hosted hundreds of happy guests and having been born and raised in Athens, reassures you that you will be introduced to the secret stories and beauties of my city, get a touching photo album of your happy moments while you explore the most beautiful spots of Athens and experience it from an insider’s point of view!
With my 30 years of expertise and a passion for capturing authentic moments, I promise to put all my heart into every photo and capture your real character and infuse every photograph with the warmth and spirit of your adventure. I’m here to ensure your Athens experience is
immortalized in wonderful photographs!
Me personally and my very carefully selected, team of professional photographers, videographers and local guides are dedicated to ensuring every guest leaves with not only stunning photographs and memories but also a deeper appreciation for the city’s culture, history, and beauty.
Join us on a journey that exceeds expectations and leaves a lasting impression.
Vasilis Germanis
Photo Tours in Athens founder
WHY US
My 30 years of experience mixing Press photography, Studio Photography, teaching, leading photo tours and capturing compelling people-portraits, reassures you that with me you will not only learn the art and secrets of photography but also experience the city from an insider’s perspective.
I can proudly say that my glowing reviews show that I put all my heart into every single portrait of yours to make sure not only to capture your happy memory but create one!
Dr. Simone Ellis (Smile Makeover Queen)2024-06-01 Such an amazing experience with a great photographer!!! I absolutely love my pictures 😍😍😍😍highly recommend Amanda Jansen2024-05-17 Regina did a great job taking photos of myself and my husband. We were so excited when we got the photos back. She took us to a place we never would have found on our own and even gave great recommendations for our stay while in Athens. Highly recommend booking this photoshoot for one in a lifetime photos. Patrick Pierrakos2024-05-07 Vasilis truly loves and puts his being into what he does, and this shows in the end result. I genuinely arrived to our tour with a bad mood and left feeling relaxed, present & with exactly the photos I didn't know I was looking for! The tour felt like chilling with a friend I've known forever and the photos turned out excellent!!! Gurdip Khera2024-05-06 Amazing photography experience while celebrating my 50th birthday. Vasilis captured classic, contemporary and stylish shots. Personal photography is definitely his thing. Ravinder Khera2024-05-06 Amazing photos! Really captured my dad’s 50th birthday in an amazing way for us to look back on our memories! Marcel Gerstenmaier2024-04-28 A cherished memory for a lifetime! If you seek an absolutly, amazing, experience do not look further!! My now fiance and I were so happy with this Photoshoot. The Photographer, Vasilis is a really great, Kind, funny Person. You will have an awesome time with him!! He shows you places of Athen you won't see or come across, if you just visit the City for few days. You will get very interesting facts about the History and background of the places you will visit. And Vasilis will give great advices for the rest of your trip in Athen. My fiance and I are so so happy with the work and result of our photoshoot. The best way to describe this experience is that we will Always cherrish it and it will be a big, happy memory for me and my future wife. Thank you a lot Vasilis. I hope we will See you again, when we visit Greece :)!!!! Ed Ochoa2024-04-19 It was a great experience and we loved our pictures. The host was polite and very knowledgeable of his craft and history of the area. Thank you Kali Sim2024-03-22 Vasilis is a real professional and puts his heart in his photos. Great value for money! And I'm proud to call him a friend now after two perfect photoshoots we did together :)
PHOTO TOURS
Are you an eclectic traveler looking for a Private Photo Tour? Do you want to experience a personalised and relaxing slow paced introduction to Athens’ landscape, people, cultures, customs and history and fill your holiday album with astonishing, eye-catching photos and unforgettable memories?
Athens Photo Marathon
Enjoy a wonderful day discovering the heart of Athens and live an authentic Athens city experience.
Essential Athens
Have a relaxed, slow-paced, fun and friendly walk around known and hidden beautiful spots and picture-perfect spots of the city!
The Acropolis of Athens
Visiting the Acropolis is the epitome of a visit to Athens. Live the experience of this Photo Tour and photograph one of the most iconic monuments in the world.
Athens Sunrise
What better way to start one of your days in Athens than watching and photographing the sunrise as it unfolds over it?
Athens by Night
We visit, by an A/C car, several picturesque spots of Athens to capture her magic atmosphere lit by the night city lights!
Sunset at Poseidon Temple
A mini road trip along the coastal line of Athens to photograph the inspiring Temple backdropped by the Mediterranean golden sunset.
The spot where geography and history combine to give you a timeless photo memory.
Peloponnese Photo Tour
Explore the photography highlights of the Corinth Canal, Epidavros ancient theatre, Mycenae archaeological site and the very picturesque and photogenic seaside town of Nafplio.
JanG25252024-06-01 Fantastic surprise proposal or special occasion photographer Vasilis is an amazing photographer with an incredible passion for his craft and the city of Athens. I was impressed with his help planning a surprise proposal, prompt communication before/after, and making our experience truly special. Thank you for the memories and the new connections to Greece and Athenians. I reached out to multiple photographers to plan the proposal and I liked the value he offered before, during the surprise "photo tour", and after. Two hours to give us plenty of time, showing us some special areas of the city, and edited photos very soon after our tour. I do not regret my decision and recommend him as a trusted photographer for a special evening for a proposal or other photo occasion. Passport461442786572024-05-30 Highly recommended Regina was so easy to work with. She was informative about the culture and history of Athens. During the photoshoot, she was even carrying my bags so she can get beautiful pictures. I am very happy with the result, the pictures I received. Good job Regina. Venture570953834122024-05-17 Book Now! Regina did a great job taking photos of myself and my husband. We were so excited when we got the photos back. She took us to a place we never would have found on our own and even gave great recommendations for our stay while in Athens. Highly recommend booking this photoshoot for one in a lifetime photos. Patrick P2024-05-07 The tour felt like chilling with a friend I've known forever and the photos turned out excellent! Aside from the phenomenal photos, it was a real pleasure finding someone who is passionate about their art. I always thought that setting up a photoshoot was awkward because you have to pose and everything is very intentional. It couldn't be further from the truth. Vasilis and his easy-going character helps bring out your relaxed and spontaneous, which results in exactly the photos I was looking for. Gurdipkhera2024-05-06 50th Celebrations Amazing photography experience while celebrating my 50th birthday. Vasilis captured classic, contemporary and stylish shots. Personal photography is definitely his thing. Marcel G2024-04-28 A cherished memory for a lifetime If you seek an absolutly, amazing, experience do not look further!! My now fiance and I were so happy with this Photoshoot. The Photographer, Vasilis is a really great, Kind, funny Person. You will have an awesome time with him!! He shows you places of Athen you won't see or come across, if you just visit the City for few days. You will get very interesting facts about the History and background of the places you will visit. And Vasilis will give great advices for the rest of your trip in Athen. My fiance and I are so so happy with the work and result of our photoshoot. The best way to describe this experience is that we will Always cherrish it and it will be a big, happy memory for me and my future wife. Thank you a lot Vasilis. I hope we will See you again, when we visit Greece :)!!!! Karen P2024-04-27 The Best Photo Tour in Athens Vasilis was a patient, knowledgeable instructor who is passionate about photography. This is infectious and has inspired me to take my photography to the next level of creativity. This was a once in a lifetime experience I will never forget . I was pushed out of my comfort level and lived every minute of this experience. Definitely book a tour with Vasilis if you are looking to be inspired! VoyagerAndy2024-04-24 Superb photo guide I had a superb tour with the very knowledgable Vasilis. His chat, sense of humour, knowledge of the city, and professional enthusiasm for photography (and showing off the best of his city) are second to none. He immediately put me at my ease and once l began to show him some of my photos he was full of ideas and subtle coaching suggestions of better places to stand, or angles to use, or how to pick just the right moment to take my next photo. Athens is one of those places that seems to be on every traveller's wish list - it makes sense to spend that ambition wisely by being with a guide as pleasant and expert as Vasilis. I think I will return to the Athens area just for another photo walk (maybe the riviera?) - I enjoyed it that much. Angelika T2024-04-11 The best photographer!!! The best photographer!!! He has a crazy imagination and the result left me speechless. He deserves 5 stars and more both as a job and as a person. Aziz E2024-02-29 King of photography First of all, i was very hesitant to hire a photographer initially, i always believed i could take my own photos or anyone could do it. But with Vasilis, he showed me the true art of photography, he took his time and i trusted him completely, and im glad i did ! He put his heart and brain into each photo and that really made it an unbelievable experience, he loves what he does and it really shows his passion. Every angle was really and carefully thought. He told me his name means king, he is a true king of photography. He is so good that he makes you consider modeling ! Truly loved my time today and I am really glad i met him as a person . I met him as a photographer and now I know him as a friend. Thank you Aziz Abbas from Kuwait
PHOTO SHOOTS
Explore Athens with a personal photographer! We photograph your best moments and fun, back-dropped by the city's ideal known and unknown spots. Be introduced to hidden gems of ancient and modern Athens and learn stories about Greece’s history. Get away with a touching photo album to always remember your holidays!
Old Athens
A relaxed walk-and-pose tour on a picturesque route inside the old part of the city.
Acropolis
What better than a photoshoot backdropped by the most glorious and characteristic monument of the ancient Greek civilization?
Poseidon Temple at Sunset
The ultimate sunset spot to be photographed backdropped by magnificent panoramic views of the Aegean sea and the spectacular temple bathed in golden sunset light!
Athens Landmarks & Monuments Galore
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the ancient heart of Athens? Join us for a unique two-day photo adventure that promises to immerse you in the rich tapestry of Greek history and culture.
Surprise Proposal
Looking for the perfect spot in Athens to pop the big question? Do you want a photographer to capture the spontaneous and genuine reactions and feelings of this special moment in your life?
Trust our experience and let’s organize together all the details!
Stacey2024-04-20 What an amazing time we had. We had a very tired 1 year old daughter with us and Vasilis couldn’t have made the experience any better. It was personable, it was interesting, unique and the pictures were perfect. It was one of our highlights of our entire trip to Athens. If you’re thinking about booking this, don’t hesitate, just do it! You won’t regret it! Marissa2023-10-08 So patient so kind. I can’t wait to see the pictures and how they turned out because I was so nervous and was so awkward but he made me feel comfortable so I’m looking forward to seeing the pictures to give to my mom. Basem And Catherine2023-09-03 We took the 2 hour photo shoot with Vasilis to have family pictures as well as souvenirs from our trip to Greece. Vasilis had an emergency, but kept the experience going with a colleague, Regina. She brought us to different spots in Athens that we didn't have the chance to visit. She was great with the kids. We had the chance to have photos, alone, as a couple as well as a family. Vasilis was a great communicator prior and after the experience. I recommend him to other people if you want great souvenirs from Athens! Viviana2023-08-23 Vasilis made us feel like we knew each other for a long time! Made me husband and I feel at ease and comfortable! He told us many stories about Athens, it almost felt like a private tour! Tasos, the videographer was excellent also, we enjoyed getting to know them and the pictures are magical!!! I can’t recommend him enough! April2023-08-15 Vasillis was totally charming and extremely experienced. He took our anniversary celebration to the next level with his awesome photography. It was an amazing experience that we won’t ever forget 💞 Maryam2023-08-06 Lovely evening with Vasilis who captured our family’s memories in Athens. Took us to beautiful little spots that we could not have known about. Highly recommended! Lien2023-07-05 It was a unique photo experience for our family. My daughter is shy and he was very helpful with suggestions. We love our photos. They are beautiful. Don’t hesitate to book. It will be your most memorable experience. Seth2023-07-03 Vasilis was a fantastic historian and storyteller, and an even better photographer. He constantly engaged our 11 and 8 year old girls and made sure they were super comfortable for the whole two hours. Kevin2023-06-28 I am someone into photography and have been doing this for ages. I am solo traveller and I wanted to try a photo session to create some memories since I am not be able to do it without someone is with me. So I contacted Vasilis after seeing his portfolio on Instragram. From the moment I saw his work I decided this the one I was looking for. There are lot of technical photographers in the world but not all know the art and creativity around the subject. Vasilis is someone who knows the art and knows how to get it done. He was so much attention to detail with everything and never rushed on anything. He showed me, what exactly the pose he was looking for guide me to live in the pose. He also explained the technical stuff of photography which we were taking photos, I was able to learn few things from him. If he doesn't like something he was totally okay to redo it couple of times until it is taken right. After all, I received good album of memories exploring Athens which I will be cherished forever. I am not a person who writes long reviews on ABNB but this work totally deserves a good review. I am looking forward to my next photo session with Vasilis in Athens when I am back again. Odd2023-05-19 We had a nice experience with Vasilis' photography. The route and its backgrounds and poses may seem to be a fixed pattern, but that is efficient use of a limited time frame and the important thing is the differences coming out of the motives from stop to stop. Well done, Vasilis!
How do I book a photo tour?
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