Unearth the heritage of ancient Macedonia on a journey from Ohrid. Visit Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and discover the untouched tomb of King Philip II in Vergina.
Unearth the heritage of ancient Macedonia on a journey from Ohrid. Visit Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and discover the untouched tomb of King Philip II in Vergina.
- Archaeological Site at Pella - We will arrive in Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and the historical capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedon. We will visit the Archaeological Museum of Pella, located on the site of the ancient city, where, amongst the thousands of artefacts, you can see a statue, considered to be Alexander the…
- Archaeological Site at Pella - We will arrive in Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and the historical capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedon. We will visit the Archaeological Museum of Pella, located on the site of the ancient city, where, amongst the thousands of artefacts, you can see a statue, considered to be Alexander the Great’s portrait.
- Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) - This is the place where Philip II of Macedon was assassinated, and Alexander the Great was proclaimed as king. The ancient site was discovered in 1976. Royal tombs of many kings were excavated, along with the untouched tomb of Philip II of Macedon. The magnificent Museum of Royal Tombs of Aigai contains all the riches and artefacts found in the excavations, including King Philip’s Golden Larnax and Golden Grave Crown.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Ohrid
- English-speaking guide/driver
- Comfortable A/C transfers by car or minivan
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Ohrid
- English-speaking guide/driver
- Comfortable A/C transfers by car or minivan
- Food and drinks;
- Personal expenses.
- Entrance fees (Pella Archaeological Museum – 8 €; Museum of Royal Tombs in Aigai – 12)
- Food and drinks;
- Personal expenses.
- Entrance fees (Pella Archaeological Museum – 8 €; Museum of Royal Tombs in Aigai – 12)
We’ll be exploring two crucial archaeological landmarks associated with the old Macedonian reign, setting off from Ohrid. Our first stop is Pella, known as the birthplace of Alexander the Great and the historic capital of ancient Macedon’s kingdom. Following that, we’ll head to Vergina, where the untouched sepulcher of Macedonian King Philip II of…
We’ll be exploring two crucial archaeological landmarks associated with the old Macedonian reign, setting off from Ohrid. Our first stop is Pella, known as the birthplace of Alexander the Great and the historic capital of ancient Macedon’s kingdom. Following that, we’ll head to Vergina, where the untouched sepulcher of Macedonian King Philip II of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great, was found.
- In this tour we are crossing the border with Greece. You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler;
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The tour does NOT operate in Tuesdays and National holidays in Greece
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.