Why choose this Athens tour ?
If you are interested in religious tours, this tour is the perfect choice for you. You will have the opportunity to discover two must-see sights on this memorable day trip from Athens. You will explore Ancient Corinthand Daphni’s Monastery.
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What makes Ancient Corinth and Daphni Monastery Half-Day Tour from Athens a unique experience ?
After your morning pick up from your central located hotel, the bus will drive to Corinth via Iera Odos (the Sacred Way). It was so called because it was the route taken by a procession celebrating the Eleusinian Mysteries, were initiations held every year for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis in ancient Greece. Our first stop will be the Monastery of Daphni, a 11th-century Byzantine monastery listed as an World Heritage site together with Monasteries Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios. The interior of the church is decorated with superb mosaics, a unique, fine example of the Classical idealism of Middle Byzantine art. The crowded scenes of the mosaics narrate scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin.
Driving along the coastal road, we reach Corinth canal, which merges the Aegean with the Ionian Sea (short stop for photos of the breathtaking view).
Shortly thereafter we reach the ancient town of Corinth, where St. Paul lived and preached for two years (Acts 18:1-18). Visit the ruins of the ancient city where Paul worked with Aquila and Priscilla, see the remains of the first century shops, the Agora where Paul’s trial by Gallio took place, the Fountain of Peirene, and one of the most outstanding monuments of pre–Roman period, the temple of Apollo.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that for the moment the entrance to the Monastery is free of charge. In case the Ministry announced a price, entrance fee will not be included in the price of the tour.
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- Ancient Corinth and Daphni Monastery Half-Day Tour from Athens
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Ancient Corinth and Daphni Monastery Half-Day Tour from Athens Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (selected hotels)
- Ancient Corinth entrance fee
- Professional licenced guide
- Transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach
Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Keytours – Greece.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 26 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 – 60 minutes prior to this time
