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Athens Private Tour: Corinth Canal, UNESCO Sites of Epidaurus and Mycenae with Nafplio Visit
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Athens
Embark on a private tour from Athens to explore the Corinth Canal, the UNESCO sites of Epidaurus and Mycenae, and the charming town of Nafplio. Immerse yourself in ancient history and marvel at the architectural wonders of Greece on this unforgettable journey.
Embark on a private tour from Athens to explore the Corinth Canal, the UNESCO sites of Epidaurus and Mycenae, and the charming town of Nafplio. Immerse yourself in ancient history and marvel at the architectural wonders of Greece on this unforgettable journey.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Athens - Pick up from your Hotel,Airbnb appartment or Piraeus port and 1 hour drive to reach our first stop
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Corinth Canal - This tour begins with a ride on the Corinth Canal, which was constructed in 1893. From high up, you can enjoy the best view of Corinth’s isthmus and admire the steep limestone
walls. 20 minutes at the Canal and 40…
- Athens - Pick up from your Hotel,Airbnb appartment or Piraeus port and 1 hour drive to reach our first stop
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Corinth Canal - This tour begins with a ride on the Corinth Canal, which was constructed in 1893. From high up, you can enjoy the best view of Corinth’s isthmus and admire the steep limestone
walls. 20 minutes at the Canal and 40 minutes drive to reach our next stop - Archaeological Site Mycenae - Next stop is Mycenae, where you can walk in the ruins of its citadel and feel the vibrations of the past times climbing up on top of its hill. You will visit the archaeological site, entering through the Lions Gate, see the royal palace and admire the splendid view.
- Citadel and Treasury of Atreus - The Treasury of Atreus or Tomb of Agamemnon is a large tholos or beehive tomb on Panagitsa Hill at Mycenae, constructed during the Bronze Age around 1250 BC.
- Palamidi Castle - Palamidi is a fortress in the town of Nafplio in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece. Nestled on the crest of a 216-metre high hill, the fortress was built by the Venetians during their second occupation of the area (1686–1715).
- Nafplio - Free time to stroll amongst the town’s shops where you can buy handmade souvenirs for your family/friends and also free time for lunch. 1 hour and 30 minutes free time at Nafplio and 30 minutes drive to reach our next stop
- Sanctuary of Asklepios - The Sanctuary is the earliest organized sanatorium and is significant for its association with the history of medicine, providing evidence of the transition from belief in divine healing to the science of medicine.
- The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus - Be captivated by the world-renowned theater, one of the most popular archaeological sites in Greece and an UNESCO’s World Heritage listed monument.
- Epidaurus Archaeological Museum - The museum is noted for its reconstructions of temples and its columns. 30 minutes at the museum and about 2 hours drive to return to Athens.
- Athens - We start our way back to Athens.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission-Archaeological Site of Mycenae/Museum (8€ per adult)
- Entry/Admission - Palamidi Castle (8€ per adult)
- Entry/Admission-Epidaurus Archaeological Site/Museum/Theatre/Asklepios (12€ per adult)
- Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability)
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission-Archaeological Site of Mycenae/Museum (8€ per adult)
- Entry/Admission - Palamidi Castle (8€ per adult)
- Entry/Admission-Epidaurus Archaeological Site/Museum/Theatre/Asklepios (12€ per adult)
- Licensed tour guide (upon request and depending on availability)
Additional Information
The journey kicks off in Athens and traverses the Corinth Canal, meandering through the Gulf of Corinth to land at Mycenae. Here, voyagers can re-experience the mission to Troy at Mycenae, Agamemnon’s realm and a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO. From there, we make a stop at Nafplio, drinking in the Venetian architecture dotting its slender…
The journey kicks off in Athens and traverses the Corinth Canal, meandering through the Gulf of Corinth to land at Mycenae. Here, voyagers can re-experience the mission to Troy at Mycenae, Agamemnon’s realm and a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO. From there, we make a stop at Nafplio, drinking in the Venetian architecture dotting its slender lanes before reaching Epidaurus. Let the globally famed theater, one of Greece’s most frequented archaeological destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage monument, enthrall you. This route promises an unforgettable adventure.
- Our drivers are not official tour guides, but they are knowledgeable and can provide fascinating commentary in fluent English. Although they will not enter the archaeological sites with you, they can answer all of your questions about the places you visit with this tour.
Location
Athens
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(43 Ratings)
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Janet
Oct 8, 2024
Very professional service - highly recommend! - This is the 3rd tour I’ve booked with LS Tours and the experience has always been great. Good communication and quick replies to queries. (We wanted to adjust the itinerary and they were very accommodating and made helpful suggestions so we could get the most from the tour.) The tour was brilliant we were lucky with exceptional weather, and Alex, our driver would drop us at the entrance and was there to pick us up. Alex was also knowledgeable about each site as well as other bits of interest we passed along the way. Definitely worth it - a thoroughly enjoyable day!
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John_s
Sep 23, 2024
A great way to see Greece - Our driver Nico made our day. Arrived on time and took care that we saw everything we wanted to see.
He suggested good views to film
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Benjamin_c
Aug 12, 2024
Mind blowing adventure - Great tour. Our driver (George) was a wealth of information and wonderful company. He is not a tour guide, as clearly stated in the tour description, but he had more information than we could absorb in one day. He was flexible with scheduling so we could do the sites in the order that worked us. Everything revolved around our wants and needs. Our tour started at 9AM, as scheduled, and we returned to our hotel at 6 PM. We had plenty of time at each stop since George let us visit the sites at our own pace. Be prepared for lots of walking and some steep inclines. I can highly recommend this tour
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Odile_d
Jul 25, 2024
Great private experience - Great experience! Alex was an amazing driver with lots of knowledge and he drove safely. I recommend this tour.
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Gerard_s
May 31, 2024
Well worth it - You can pack so much into a day with this trip. Our guide, George, was excellent. Took us to all the best spots and closest drop offs. Lunch at Bounos Fish Tavern in Nafplio was one of the best meals I’ve had in Greece. Epidaurus is the highlight although the Corinth Canal and Mycenae are a close 2nd and 3rd. We cancelled a trip to Delphi to do this one. We are glad we did. More sights, less time driving.
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Aishwarya
May 30, 2024
Wonderful Day Trip from Athens - Our recent private tour with our driver Alex was an unforgettable adventure that merits a full five stars! From the start, Alex’s professionalism, friendliness, and deep knowledge of the area's history made the trip exceptional.
We began at the Corinth Canal, a must see engineering marvel. Given that we had already visited Nafplion, Alex expertly suggested that we visit Ancient Corinth instead which allowed us to also visit the Acrocorinth fort.
Mycenae was a highlight, with its fascinating archaeological sites and the legendary Lion’s Gate. Finally, at Epidaurus, we were captivated by the ancient theater's perfect acoustics and stunning architecture.
I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore these historical treasures. Five stars!
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Charlene_g
May 28, 2024
Long day - George was a very good guide!! We had a great day. After 2 amazing tours the days before - this just wasn’t as amazing. The places were great - it was a longer day than anticipated.
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Tanya_t
May 24, 2024
YOU WILL BE SURPRISED! ITS A MUST-DO! - This was one of my favorite days in Greece! I was VERY surprised how beautiful it was! The day provides everything- from gorgeous scenery, fascinating history, the Mediterranean Sea,etc. It is a must do! It was much more interesting than Delphi and even the Aegean, Poros& Hydra day trips.
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Amanda_b
Apr 28, 2024
Excellent Way to Explore the Peloponnese Region - My family and I (all adults) had a wonderful time on this tour. We learned a lot from our guide Alex about the history of the areas we were visiting. He was clearlt knowledgeable about the history and answered all of our many questions.
We had plenty of time to visit each location and never felt rushed to get back to the vehicle and head to the next stop. We saved lunch in Nafplio for last at Alex's recommendation and had plenty of time to enjoy a leisurely lunch and stroll through town. It's really charming with many small shops of local artisans. We also had a convenient stop along the way for restrooms, coffee, and some small snacks. Overall, this was a very easy and enjoyable way to explore the Peloponnese region and learn some of its important history.
I would highly recommend!
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Jeanne_s
Apr 25, 2024
Learned a lot. It was an enjoyable experience. - Really enjoyed the beauty of the Corinth Canal. The fortress at Mycenae was the biggest I had ever seen and the scenery was amazing.
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