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!
mcyu992025-04-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If Hercules traded his lion coat for a camera, you’d get Vasili (photographer): mythic skill with a human touch. We came expecting great photos—what we got was golden-hour memories at the Temple of Poseidon, our teens laughing, our 10-year-old mid-sprint, and not a single forced smile in sight. Somehow, between wild tales of Theseus and discussions on living authentically in the 21st century, he managed to capture us at our most beautiful and real: not posed smiles, but raw joy. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better photographer, adventurer, philosopher, and true lover of life! P.S. The Temple of Poseidon might have stood for over 2,450 years, but the beauty of Vasili’s photos, sent to us promptly in a shared album, makes time stop. Deanna S2025-04-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Helped us with our perfect proposal! He was very responsive and helpful throughout! As a tourist visiting Athens for the first time he helped find the perfect place to set up our proposal and took amazing photos for us to remember this perfect day! Photos are amazing! We cant stop looking at them and he was really quick to get them back to us for us to share with friends and family! Would highly recommend!! Jessica Shepard2025-03-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vasilis was amazing. Was looking last minute for a photographer to capture my sisters engagement and found him online. He responded quickly and adjusted his schedule to be there for the special moment. He was very insightful on where to do it and the best time for the lighting. And the pictures turned out absolutely stunning. Would highly recommend him as he was also super friendly and took extra time to capture all the pictures they wanted. Sara Abbas2025-02-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was one of the best times I've had during a photoshoot, and I've been doing them for years around the world. Not only did we capture some of the most remarkable moments, but the energy was peaceful, fun and professional from start to finish. I learned a great deal about the local history, culture and also about the customs while exploring a part of the city I don't get to often. I highly recommend working with them and look forward to shooting again soon when I return. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish!! Halar Mirani2024-12-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vasilis [the photographer] is an experienced guide and expert at capturing the perfect moment for us even when the conditions were not ideal. The photos came out very dramatic and captured the beauty of Athens and Acropolis extremely well. It was a paparazzi shot and he helped placing my partner (now fiancée) at the ideal spot with Acropolis in the background for me to do the proposal and she didn’t suspect a thing! This is a rare talent and he went above and beyond my requirements and I highly recommend his surprise proposal offering from his website. bashar ishaya2024-11-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Todella ystävällinen ja ammattitaitoinen valokuvaaja. Osasi todella hyvin tuoda esiin kuvattavien parhaita puolia. Kertoi samalla. kuvauspaikoista mielenkiintoisia tarinoita. Travis Dedmore2024-10-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vasilis was the very best -- he took amazing photos, engaged in wonderful conversation and provided fantastic history of Athens. It was a great experience and I highly recommend his services. His photos were lovely! Christopher Ontoy2024-10-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vasilis is an amazing photographer! On top of great pictures that will immortalize our trip to Athens, he also has a very positive and happy disposition which made our photo tour even more memorable. Thanks for the great experience, Vasilis!
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.
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!
Timothy2024-09-27Verified Our photo shoot with Vasilis went beyond our expectations. He is so kind and caring instructing you through his eye of the camera. I highly recommend him to anyone visiting Athens! From the first few minutes you can feel what a great guy he is and his love of photography as an artist. Tim and Norman ~ Illinois, USA Amanda2024-09-10Verified Vasili is like the friend you never knew you had. He put us instantly at ease and brought our natural connection to life in photos. He taught us anecdotes about each are of shooting taking a deeper perspective on life in Athens and the beautiful neighborhoods we ahot it. Artemis2024-08-02Verified WOW! I rarely like the way I show up in pictures and don't feel super comfortable being photographed so I went into this hoping I'd get at least one photo I liked. Instead I got DOZENS of photos that I LOVE! Vasilis has a magical touch. He sees geometry everywhere and knows just how to pose you and frame a photo. And he really does get you the photos right away - I have no idea how he does it! He also knows the history of Athens, both ancient and modern, so you sort of also get a history tour as you walk around taking photos. A really great experience, 10/10 recommend! Susanne2024-07-21Verified Es war ja nun das zweite Fotoshooting mit Vassilis, und wie immer war es eine tolle Entdeckung und eine besondere Zeit. Vielen Dank, man sieht sich wieder. Enrique2024-07-08Verified Una gran sección de Fotos por parte Regina , nos explicaba y ayudaba para poder tener la mejor pose , y algo para destacar es la explicación que nos daba de los lugares por donde nos llevó , sin duda lo recomiendo para las personas que les gustaría tener un recuerdo único de Atenas Stacey2024-04-20Verified 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! Marissa2023-10-08Verified 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. Basem2023-09-03Verified 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! Viviana2023-08-23Verified 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! April2023-08-15Verified 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 💞
How do I book a photo tour?
To book a photo tour you can throw us a line for day and time availability.
A full upfont payment is required or a 30% upfront deposit in order to secure the day and time.