Athens Trip Overview
Our Private Luxury Tour combines the major Peloponnese Highlights as you journey through the olive fields, orchards & Aegean views in the comfort of one of our new Mercedes models with free WiFi & bottled water, in the company of a highly experienced & knowledgeable Tour driver.
Visit the engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal, walk the very streets of Ancient Corinth and test the famous acoustics of the great theatre of Epidaurus. Step into the 3000-year-old tombs of Mycenae & palace of Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks in the Trojan war. Visit the beautiful port city of Nafplio steeped in Byzantine history with its castles & explore its local craft shops, boutiques & cafes.
Additional Booking options allow you to add lunch (Gold package), and an expert Archaeological guide can be added on request. Ideal for couples, families, small groups, and experienced travelers alike, looking for a real highlight of their visit to Greece
Additional Info
Duration: 8 to 10 hours
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Private Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Athens, Attica, Greece
Our Private Luxury Tour combines the major Peloponnese Highlights as you journey through the olive fields, orchards & Aegean views in the comfort of one of our new Mercedes models with free WiFi & bottled water, in the company of a highly experienced & knowledgeable Tour driver.
Visit the engineering marvel of the Corinth Canal, walk the very streets of Ancient Corinth and test the famous acoustics of the great theatre of Epidaurus. Step into the 3000-year-old tombs of Mycenae & palace of Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks in the Trojan war. Visit the beautiful port city of Nafplio steeped in Byzantine history with its castles & explore its local craft shops, boutiques & cafes.
Additional Booking options allow you to add lunch (Gold package), and an expert Archaeological guide can be added on request. Ideal for couples, families, small groups, and experienced travelers alike, looking for a real highlight of their visit to Greece
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Corinth Canal, Isthmia, Loutraki 201 00 Greece
At the time of your choice, your informative & professional Tour driver will be at your Hotel reception or other residence promptly to escort you on your tour to the Peloponnese. Our first stop at the narrowing between mainland Greece and the Peloponnese is at the impressive Corinth canal. Finished in 1893 and one of the wonders of its time, learn all about its many interesting ill-fated and varied Histories, from ancient times to the present as you view the gentle flotillas of yachts traversing beneath its plunging cliff line.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos), Argous 105 Ancient Korinthos village, Corinth 200 07 Greece
After crossing into the Peloponnese, our first main stop explores the beautifully preserved remains of Ancient Corinth, one of Greece’s most powerful and influential city-states of Antiquity. Stroll through the streets, temples, markets, and fountains in the footsteps of the Classical Greeks, Ancient Romans & St. Paul before you. Refreshments & rest stops are also on hand at the local Cafes at its entrance if needed.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Archaeological Site Mycenae, Mycenae 21200 Greece
Next we come to the imposing remains of Ancient Mycenae, one of the most important sites in the development of Ancient Greece. Not only central to the ‘Mycenaean period, from 1600 to 1100 BC which formed the first major widespread civilization in Europe at the time, the site is also home to the palace of the legendary Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks during the Trojan War. Its toombs uncovered over 15Kg of gold and other priceless treasures, many of which you will see in its modern on-site museum including Agamemnon’s famous death mask. Passing through the 20-meter wide city walls, entering through the gigantic lion’s gate, and exploring Agamemnon’s throne room and the associated Toombs of the site with their huge construction is an amazing experience.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Nafplio, Nafplio, Argolis Region, Peloponnese
Time for lunch after the activities of the morning, we arrive at one of the most beautiful towns in Greece, the historic port city of Nafplio by the sea. Nafplion has a definite artistic feel with enchanting narrow streets of Neoclassic & Venetian architecture, upmarket local craft & clothes shops, and is packed with cafes and restaurants to suit all tastes & which line the marina with views to the Venetian castle of Bourtzi in the bay. Time to wander its pretty streets, pick up a souvenir, or just relax over lunch.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sanctuary of Asklepios, Epidavros 210 52 Greece
The ruins of the Ancient Sanctuary of Asklepios form a part of the same site of the Ancient Theatre.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Great Theatre of Epidaurus, Ethniki Odos Isthmou Archaias Epidavrou, Epidavros 210 52 Greece
After lunch we visit the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Asklepios, first healing centre of the Ancient World and where you will also find the impressive Theatre of Epidaurus, one of the most visited ancient sites in Greece. The temple and theatre date from the 4th century and feature masterpieces of classical Greek architecture. Join the other visitors who test its world-famous acoustics with a poem or a song before your return !
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
