Why choose this Athens tour ?
Discover the Macedonian Kingdom of Alexander the Great and Philip II in a full day trip from Athens. Explore the Archaeological site of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great and the historical capital of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia, as well as Vergina, home to the Royal Tombs of Aigai where Alexander’s father Philip II is buried. Optionally have a licensed tour guide.
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What makes Alexander The Great Private Tour from Athens a unique experience ?
Begin your full-day private tour early in the morning with a hotel pickup. Your driver will take you to Athens Airport, where you will connect to your flight to Thessaloniki. Your flight to Thessaloniki takes about an hour and the flight tickets are included.
Upon arrival at Thessaloniki Airport, an English-speaking driver will transport you in less than 90 minutes to your first destination Vergina, known as Aigai in the past and served as the first capital of the Kingdom of Macedon.
You will visit the beautiful village of Vergina, known as Aigai in the past and served as the first capital of the Kingdom of Macedon.
In Vergina, in 1977, the archaeologist Manolis Andronikos oversaw excavations and discovered four burial sites, three of which, in the majority of experts’ opinions, belonged to Alexander the Great’s father Philip II, one of his wives, and Alexander IV of Macedon. The Museum, the Palace, the city, the Acropolis, and the surrounding territory make up the larger Vergina archaeological site. The Royal Tombs in the historic necropolis of Aigai are the most significant sight.
In the same area as the graves, which have been submerged in mud for so long, is a museum exhibiting the discoveries. The gold larnaca (funeral box) decorated with the star of the Macedonian Dynasty and holding King Philip II’s bones and the remains of his golden wreath is the museum’s most significant display.
Your driver will transport you in less than 45 minutes to the city of Pella in Central Macedonia, where you will have the chance to visit the archaeological site.
After this fascinating visit, we will drive you to Thessaloniki airport to board your 1 hour flight to Athens.
Flight from Thessaloniki to Athens. Once you land in Athens, your driver will meet you at the Arrivals exit at Athens Airport to drive you back to your hotel.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Alexander The Great Private Tour from Athens Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Services of English-speaking driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 6 Hours Vergina and Pella private tour with A/C vehicle
- Private transportation
- Air tickets Athens – Thessaloniki – Athens by Aegean Airlines
- All Fees and Taxes
Not Included
- Entry tickets to the Museum of Vergina (12€ summer season; 6€ winter season)
- Entry tickets to the Museum and archaeological site of Pella (8€ summer season; 4€ winter season)
- Lunch, personal expenses & gratuities
- Optional Licensed Tour Guide
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Englobia.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
We will give you all the relative information about your flight details in advance or at your hotel.