Athens Sunrise - Photo Tours in Athens

Athens Sunrise Photo Tour

“Let there be light, said Liberty, and like sunrise from the sea, Athens arose!”
Percy Bysshe Shelley, English Romantic poet

TOUR INTRODUCTION

What better way to start one of your days in Athens than watching and photographing the sunrise as it unfolds over it? The light of the sun at this time against the sky can be truly amazing and reveal colours that you never knew could exist in nature.
Find yourself at this magical early hour of the day at the right spot and capture the astonishing views of this historical city spreading beneath you.

Get ready for some sunrise madness!

FACTS & FIGURES

Duration: 2 hours
Cost: €159 for 1 person | €199 for 2 | €249 for 3 | €299 for 4
Time: An hour before sunrise
Max: 4 persons
Meeting point

TOUR ITINERARY

Just before sunrise, we visit the perfect spot on top of a historical hill that provides us with breathtaking panoramic views including the Acropolis temple, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the New Acropolis Museum, the National Observatory, the Hill of Lycabettus, the city’s mountain line and sea, all lit by the beautiful Mediterranean sunrise light!

In this photo experience, I will guide you into specialized photo techniques and discuss composition, exposure methods, and blue and golden hours, so you will come up with outstanding magical photos of Athens.
Also, I will introduce you to my city from this high-up vantage point giving you historical facts, stories “behind the story” and info and suggestions to use at your own time!

You will be photographing using long exposures, so a tripod is kind of mandatory. We can provide a rental option.
Owning a remote shutter release will be a bonus but not a necessity!

Good to know:

We will meet and walk up a small hill while it is still dark so comfortable walking shoes are suggested. It is a 10-minute ascending walk from our meeting point to the top of the hill. It’s a slight elevation on a stone’s pathway and a few steps (landings). Our spot is a rocky small area with a few even surfaces to stand and set your tripod.

This is a great experience open to anyone wishing to admire and photograph an Athenian sunrise either being a serious photographer or just a point and shoot one.

Bring your DSLR camera, mirrorless, point-and-shoot little camera or even your mobile phone!
I will bring espresso, juice, cake and fruits!

Google Reviews

    
 
 
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   Doniano Xhanari 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an absolutely amazing experience with Vasilis for our proposal photoshoot in Athens. From the very beginning, the arrangement was incredibly smooth and everything was perfectly organized. The proposal at sunrise with the Acropolis in the background was truly magical, and Vasilis captured the moment beautifully. The photoshoot itself was amazing, he made us feel comfortable and natural, and the photos turned out even better than we could have imagined. We couldn’t be happier with the experience and the final photos. If you’re looking for a talented, professional, and easy-to-work-with photographer in Athens, we highly recommend Vasilis!
  
 
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   Mathieu Veillette 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Superbe séance photo avec Vasilis Germanis avec ma femme et mes deux enfants. Il a été excellent avec les enfants et nous mettre à l’aise pour de merveilleuses photos. Fortement recommandé.
  
 
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   Xavier Mavrick 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. amazing photos, great vibes, fun and professional and very friendly would recommend
  
 
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   Bo Bortemark 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vasilis handled everything amazingly well!!! so happy with everything, we want to do it again somewhere else!
  
 
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   Marianne Diab 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our experience with Vasilis was beyond wonderful, and our family photos exceeded all our expectations for an occasion so dear to our hearts. More than the beautiful pictures, the photoshoot itself became a special experience filled with storytelling, passion and laughter. Both the photographs and our encounter with Vasilis are memories that we and our children will cherish for years to come.
  
 
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   Haley Flynn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. He is very welcoming and brings out the best in his subjects! Definitely book with him if you are able to.
  
 
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   David Levy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An amazing photographer, but even more a warm and friendly person who quickly becomes a friend. I have had two sessions with him now, separated by three years, and my time with him has been a true highlight of each trip. The photos are a wonderful record of the joy of my time in Greece!
  
 
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   Florian Steinmetz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Vasilis! Not only is he an incredibly talented photographer who captured beautiful, high-quality photos, but he also made the entire tour truly memorable. Throughout our walk through Athens’ Old Town, he shared fascinating insights about the city’s history, architecture, and local culture. His knowledge and passion made the experience so much more than just a photoshoot. He made me feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, and the results exceeded all my expectations. The shots overlooking the Acropolis were especially breathtaking—they were true masterpieces. I couldn’t be happier with the photos and highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens. Thank you, Vasilis, for an unforgettable experience!
  
 
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   Toula Athanasiou 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A big thank you to Vasili our photographer. Vasili's photography is amazing. His creative flair, positive energy, passion and charismatic nature is reflected in his work. His knowledge of Greece and our culture connects with every photo his lens captures. Vasilis communication with me was prompt & detailed and he always followed up with a check in email - ticked all the boxes as he made the process of organising a photoshoot in Greece, coming from Australia smooth & seamless - well organised with suggested wardrobe tones and photo shoot locations. On the day, Vasili showed direction, vision and delivered on our goals - tested backgrounds, lighting and made every effort to create the perfect atmosphere. We walked through the beautiful streets of Athens, laughing and cherishing every moment which was reflected in his overall photo gallery. Highly recommended - he created a fun loving family photoshoot. Amazing, brilliant, talented photographer!! Best wishes Vasili ❤️

TripAdvisor Reviews

    
 
 
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   Donxha 
 
 
 
 Verified A Magical Sunrise Proposal in Athens We had an absolutely amazing experience with Vasilis for our proposal photoshoot in Athens. From the very beginning, the arrangement was incredibly smooth and everything was perfectly organized. The proposal at sunrise with the Acropolis in the background was truly magical, and Vasilis captured the moment beautifully. The photoshoot itself was amazing, he made us feel comfortable and natural, and the photos turned out even better than we could have imagined. We couldn’t be happier with the experience and the final photos. If you’re looking for a talented, professional, and easy-to-work-with photographer in Athens, we highly recommend Vasilis!
  
 
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   Dimitri T 
 
 
 
 Verified Photos, fun and family Friendly, amazing photos, fun vibes, great giggles to professional ratio, helped us out a lot.
  
 
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   keelykins 
 
 
 
 Verified The ONLY photographer you should hire when coming to Athens! Vassilis is a gifted and generous photographer who will give you images and memories that you will treasure forever. He is so personable and makes everyone feel at ease in front of the camera. As someone who often feels awkward when being photographed, Vassilis was so helpful in giving clear instructions. He knows wonderful locations that are not only beautiful backdrops but are hidden gems that really help you get a sense of the real Athens, not just what all the tourists get to see. I have used him as a photographer on multiple occasions, for both me as an individual and for family photoshoots.
  
 
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   Marianne D 
 
 
 
 Verified More Than a Photoshoot Our experience with Vasilis was beyond wonderful, and our family photos exceeded all our expectations for an occasion so dear to our hearts. More than the beautiful pictures, the photoshoot itself became a special experience filled with storytelling, passion and laughter. Both the photographs and our encounter with Vasilis are memories that we and our children will cherish for years to come.
  
 
      Posted on Tripadvisor  
   
   David L 
 
 
 
 Verified Photography Session With a Wonderful Person! An amazing photographer, but even more a warm and friendly person who quickly becomes a friend. I have had two sessions with him now, separated by three years, and my time with him has been a true highlight of each trip. The photos are a wonderful record of the joy of my time in Greece!
  
 
      Posted on Tripadvisor  
   
   Florian S 
 
 
 
 Verified More Than Just a Photoshoot I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Vasilis! Not only is he an incredibly talented photographer who captured beautiful, high-quality photos, but he also made the entire tour truly memorable. Throughout our walk through Athens’ Old Town, he shared fascinating insights about the city’s history, architecture, and local culture. His knowledge and passion made the experience so much more than just a photoshoot. He made me feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, and the results exceeded all my expectations. The shots overlooking the Acropolis were especially breathtaking—they were true masterpieces. I couldn’t be happier with the photos and highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens. Thank you, Vasilis, for an unforgettable experience!
  
 
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   John 
 
 
 
 Verified Vasilis Talented Photographer Vasilis is absolutely brilliant and highly recommended! From the moment we met him in Athens, his quirky character and cracka one-liners put our family at ease, turning a photo shoot into a fun, memorable experience. The Photos: Absolutely amazing, creative shots straight out of the lens that captured our personalities perfectly. The Service: Communication was prompt and clear, and he delivered the final photos within 48 hours. If you want a talented photographer who brings incredible energy and great vibes, look no further!
  
 
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   Luca Santoro 
 
 
 
 Verified Incredible photoshoot and very friendly interaction I am so thankful I had the opportunity to meet and get my photos taken by Vasilis, who was incredibly friendly throughout. I absolutely recommend getting a photoshoot from him if you have the opportunity!
  
 
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   Tessa C 
 
 
 
 Verified The most wonderful photography tour in Athens! The photography tour of Athens was one of the highlights of our trip, and even more special because we got engaged at the end! Our guide was lovely and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. His warm personality and knowledge of the local area made the experience very enjoyable. The timing of the tour was perfect, and we absolutely adore the photos, especially the beautiful engagement shots. Thank you for capturing such an unforgettable moment in our lives. We couldn't recommend this experience more highly!
  
 
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   Happyasaclam1967 
 
 
 
 Verified Book this for the most amazing souvenir of your trip! I can not say enough good things about Vasilis! Not only is he a very talented photographer, with an eye for beauty but he is also like meeting your long lost best friend!! Vasilis will not only take amazing pictures of you but at the same time you get a walking history tour of such an amazing place to be -Athens!

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