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Description
Turn to the pages of Greek history by visiting the historical sites in Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidauras. Start with the scenic views of the Corinth Canal, and head on to see seaside villages, Tholos tomb, the renowned Lions Gate, Temple of Apollo, among others. Also, visit one of the most important ancient Greek sanctuaries dedicated to Asclepius, the God of healing and medicine.
Highlights
- Witness the view of some Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis
- Stop at Corinth Canal, separating the Peloponnese Peninsula from the rest of Greece
- See Ancient Corinth and the Temple of God Apollo
- Explore Mycenae and the remains of Agamemnon’s Palace
- Be impressed by Nafplion, which offers a combination of fortresses and castles
- Visit Epidaurus, one of the most important ancient Greek sanctuaries
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- Meet the professional driver and make the first stop at the Corinth Canal. Finally opened in 1892, it separates the Peloponnese peninsula from the rest of Greece and connects the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Sea.
- Take the time to walk across the pedestrian bridge to admire the canal closer. On some days, bungee jumping is an option.
- Make your way to Ancient Corinth. This ancient city was dominated by the hill of Acrocorinth and the old Castle, the biggest and oldest castle in southern Greece. Ancient Corinth is located at the foot of the hill and includes the Roman Agora of Corinth, the Temple of God Apollo and a small museum. Away from its archaeological and historical interest, Ancient Corinth is also one of the most popular religious destinations in Greece. This was where the Apostle Paul preached Christianity, was judged by the tribunal in the Agora and established the best-organized Christian church of that period.
- Then you will be off to the site of Mycenae, which dates back to the 2nd millennium BCE and represents the era of Achilles, Agamemnon, and Helen of Troy. At the site, you will see the renowned Lions Gate (the oldest architectural sculpture in Europe), the cyclopean walls, the burial circle and the remains of Agamemnon’s palace. Within site, there is a modern museum exhibiting the findings of the “City Of Gold”.
- Stop at the treasury of Atreus, the best-preserved Tholos tomb and one of the finest examples of Mycenaean architecture.
- Continuing your travels, you will head towards a more recent history of Greece, discovering the city of Nafplion. The city is considered the most scenic and it functioned as the capital of Greece until 1834. Nafplion offers you an outstanding combination of fortresses and castles (Palamidi, Bourtzi), a huge port opened to the Aegean Sea and the unique architecture of the old city of Nafplion revealing Venetian, neoclassical and oriental elements.
- After walking in the idyllic place, you will stop for lunch at a traditional tavern by the sea, then drive up to the castle of Acronafplia for a panoramic view of the city and its surroundings.
- Proceed to your last stop, the site of Epidaurus. After a short drive, you can visit one of the most important ancient Greek sanctuaries dedicated to Asclepius, the God of healing and medicine. Located in a peaceful environment and spread over a hilly area, it reaches its highest point, the theatre of Epidaurus. The best-preserved ancient Greek theatre dates back to the 4th century BCE and is quite proof of what miracles the ancient Greek minds could create. You can test the acoustics, get even today and climb up until the upper seats just to close your eyes and dream you attended an ancient Greek tragedy.
- Lastly, on the way back, you will follow the eastern coast of the Peloponnese peninsula to reach Athens again.
What's Included
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history [Not licensed to accompany you on any site.]
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Bottled water
What's Excluded
- Entrance fees (32 € for over 6 years old for Non-EU and for EU citizens]
- Licensed tour guide upon request depending on availability (additional cost – 330 €)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
- Food and drinks
Know before you go
- The duration of tours is approximate; the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
- The tour will start at 8:00 a.m.
Meeting Point
Your hotel in Athens
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| The group size and price | |
| 1 To 3 | EUR 490 Per Group |
| 4 To 6 | EUR 630 Per Group |
| 7 To 14 | EUR 840 Per Group |
This is a private tour | |
Starting From
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USD 541 / group