Argolis full day from Athens
Total amount per tour : 420€
- Activity Level: Light
- Kid Friendly: Yes. This tour is a unique experience for children as long as they are supervised by their parents.
- Wheelchair accessible: No
- Type of vehicle: Minivans 7 or 9 seats depending on availability
- Tour type: Private
€420.00
Availability: 100 in stock
Embark on a captivating one-day tour along the picturesque coastal National Highway. Step into the ancient world as we explore the wonders of Corinth, where the rich legacy of the Corintheans awaits your discovery. But the adventure doesn’t end there!
Our next destination takes us to the mystical land of Argolis, home to the legendary Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage site straight from the pages of Homer’s epic tales. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of this military stronghold that once commanded the realms of southern Greece. Marvel at the Cyclopean Walls, pass through the mighty Lion’s Gate, and gaze upon the awe-inspiring Royal Tombs, including those of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra.
As we continue our adventure, we’ll venture into the charming city of Nafplio, capturing the most stunning snapshots from the vantage point of Acronafplia, a Venetian-style castle nestled atop a picturesque hill. Get ready to satisfy your taste buds with a delectable lunch at a local restaurant, just a short drive from Nafplio, where you’ll relish the freshest seafood delicacies while basking in the idyllic coastal views. Our journey then takes us to Epidaurus, a sanctuary steeped in history and revered as the birthplace of Asklepios, the son of Apollo and the god of healing.
Join us on this extraordinary expedition, where every step unearths the wonders of ancient Greece.
Depart from our terminal for one day tour via the coastal National highway for the CORINTH CANAL (short stop).Next stop will be the unique archaeological place of ANCIENT CORINTH,where travellers will get in touch the the civilization of ancient Corintheans. After the Ancient Corinth, we will enter the region of Argolis, land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, a 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 .
Visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. 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. Furthermore we will visit NAFPLIO city and take amazing pictures from ACRONAFPLIA(outside stop),a Venecian style castle located on a hill in Nafplio.
Time for lunch in a local restaurant only 10 minutes driving, from Nafplio to Tolo village, where you can enjoy fresh fish and sea food in connection with great view exactly neat to sea.
Continue on to EPIDAURUS and visit the ancient theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo’s son Asklepios, the healer and was the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics.
Sightseeings:
- Corinth canal
- Treasury of Atreus
- Archaeological site of Ancient Corinth
- Nafplion town
- Acronafplia
- Mycenae
- Ancient theatre of epidaurus
9 Hours
- English speaking driver (not licensed to accompany you inside ancient sites and museums)
- Cold waters on board
- Wifi on board
- Airconditioned vehicle with leather seats
- Usb chargers on board
- Pick up and drop off services ( Airport/Piraeus port/hotels/airbnb apartments )
- Vat/taxes and tolls
- Lunch expenses ( appx. 20€ per person )
- Licensed tour guide who can accompany you inside ancient sites and museums ( Can be arranged on demand )
- Ticket expenses
Entrance tickets to ancient sites and museums
- Ancient Corinth: 8€ per person
- Mycenae: 12€ per person
- Epidaurus꞉: 12€ per person
6 March (Melina Mercouri Day), 25 March (National holiday), 18 May (International Day of Museums), 28 October (National holiday).
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The following visitors are entitled to a reduced admission fee: 1. Children and young people aged between 6 and 25 years, from non-EU countries, upon presentation of their passport for verification of their age and country of origin. 2. Senior citizens over 65 from Greece or other EU member-states, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin. 3. Escorting teachers of primary /secondary/higher education school/institution visits of nonEU countries. The following visitors are entitled to free admission: 1. Children and young people up to the age of 25, from EU member-states, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification of their age and country of origin. 2. Children up to the age of 5, from non-EU countries, upon presentation of their passport for verification of their age and country of origin. 3. Persons over 25 years, being in secondary education (evening schools, second-chance schools) and in vocational schools from EU member-states and countries of the European Economic Area, upon presentation of attendance certificate bearing evidence of its duration. 4. Escorting teachers during educational visits of schools and institutions of primary, secondary and tertiary education from EU member-states and countries of the European Economic Area. 5. People entitled to Social Solidarity Income and members dependent on them, upon presentation of their ID card and certificate of free entry based on eligibility to the program showing the duration, as well as a valid document certifying dependent members. 7. Persons with disabilities and one escort (only in the case of 80% disability), irrespective of the country of origin, upon presentation of their ID card or passport and Disability Certificate issued by the Single Body of Social Insurance (decision of the Disability Certification CenterKEPA) for Greek citizens or similar certificates issued by a corresponding authorized foreign body.
- Don’t forget your passport or ID while being on that tour.
In case of cancellation up to 48 hours in advance, we will refund the full amount. In case of cancellation after this period, no refund will be provided.
- December 24-25-26 (Christmas)
- January 1(New year day)
- Orthodox Easter Sunday
- May 1 (National Holiday)
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