Greece · Archaeology

Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi Three Days Tour from Athens

3 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Athens. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Epidaurus and its ancient theatre known for outstanding acoustics
02 Explore UNESCO-listed Mycenae, including the Lion’s Gate and Royal Tombs
03 Tour Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games
04 See the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, Temple of Hera, and the Ancient Stadium
05 Discover Delphi’s archaeological site, museum, and the Temple of Apollo
06 Travel through scenic Greek towns including Nafpaktos, Arachova, Levadia, and Thebes

Discover some of Greece’s most celebrated ancient sites on this 3-day journey from Athens. Travel through the Peloponnese to visit Epidaurus and its world-famous theatre, explore legendary Mycenae, and continue to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games.

The experience continues through central Greece to Delphi, one of the country’s most important UNESCO World Heritage sites, with visits to major archaeological landmarks and museums along the way. With hotel accommodation, guided visits, transportation, entrance fees, and selected meals included, this tour offers a convenient way to experience Greece through the centuries.

Delphi remains one of the most important UNESCO world heritage sites in Europe.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Athens, Corinth, Tripoli, Thebes, Levadeia, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Nafpaktos, Delphi, Arachova

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Corinth Canal

After your pick up from your Athens central hotel, depart via the coastal National highway for the strategically Corinth Canal (short stop).

Epidaurus

Continue to Epidaurus and visit the Ancient theatre, world famous for its outstanding acoustics.

Mycenae

Then proceed and visit the land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, an UNESCO World Heritage site. Dating back to the second century B.C., Mycenae was one of the major centers of Greek civilization and a military stronghold which dominated much of southern Greece. You will see the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs, including Agamemnon & Clytemnestra’s, and the Treasury of Atreus, a magnificent 14th-century B.C. structure.

Then depart in the afternoon for Olympia, the birth place of the Olympic Games, through Central Peloponnese and the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis.

Dinner and overnight in Olympia.

Day 02

Olympia

In the morning after breakfast at the hotel, take a tour to Olympia archaeological site with the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the altar of the Olympic flame, the Ancient Stadium and the archaeological Museum.

Then drive through the plains of Eliad and Achaia until the magnificent bridge which is crossing the Corinthian Bay from Rion to Antirion. Pass by the picturesque city of Nafpaktos and Itea and from there on, arrive in Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world. In the afternoon visit the picturesque mountain village of Arachova.

Dinner and overnight stay in Delphi.

Day 03

Delphi

In the morning, after breakfast, visit the Archaeological Site and the Museum of Delphi.

Delphi remains one of the most important UNESCO world heritage sites in Europe. Pass by Castalia spring, visit the archaeological site & the museum of Delphi, and view the monument of the Argive Kings, the temple of Pronaia, the treasury of the Athenians, the Athenian Stoa, the Polygonal Wall, the monument of Platea and the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle and Delphi museum, with it’s spectacular exhibits include the frieze of the Treasury of the Sifnians, the Naxian Sphinx, the Statue of Antinoos the metopes of the Athenian treasury, the famous bronze Charioteer, and many other artifacts.

Have a couple of hours free time in Delphi before departing and drive through the village of Arachova, renowned for its colorful rugs and carpets.

Return to Athens via Levadia and Thebes. Arrive in Athens early in the evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Athens. 11 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

4 meals - 2 Breakfasts & 2 dinners (except breakfast on the 1st day & dinner on the last day)
Transportation by luxury air conditioned bus
Traveler pickup is offered from selected Athens hotels. Enter your accommodation details and we will inform you on the exact pick up time and location after your booking. If you are staying at an area outside of our pickup zone, you will be advised to proceed to the nearest pick up point.
Professional and licensed guide
Hotel accomodation (A class - 4* hotels or 5* hotels)
Entrance fees

What's Not Included

Drinks and beverages
Gratuites (optional)
Lunches
Any personal expenses
'Resilience Tax' for overnights in hotels. The accommodation Tax will be payable by the guests prior to their check-out as following:
- From April to October:
  - 3 star hotels: 5 euros per room per night
  - 4 star hotels : 10 euros per room per night
  - 5 star hotels: 15 euros per room per night
- From November to March:
  - 3 star hotels: 1.5 euros per room per night
  - 4 star hotels : 3 euros per room per night
  - 5 star hotels: 4 euros per room per night

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Hotels used: Olympia: Europa or Amalia or Olympic Village / Delphi: Amalia or Apollonia or V Delphi
Traveler pickup is offered from selected Athens hotels. Enter your accommodation details and we will inform you on the exact pick up time and location after your booking. If you are staying at an area outside of our pickup zone, you will be advised to proceed to the nearest pick up point.

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