Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks on a fascinating full-day trip to Peloponnese from Athens. Traveling by private executive car or mini van, relax as you'll drive along the beautiful Saronic Gulf. Marvel Corinth Canal, and enter the Peloponnese to the atmospheric hilltop ruins of Ancient Corinth, where Apostle Paul lectured and then Mycenae, a fortified city from the second millennium BC. Explore the historic harbor town of Nafplion and walk through the picturesque city were voukamvilia trees adorning the balconies.Take amazing photos of the Venetian Fortress of Palamidi and the fortified islet of Bourtzi. Taste Greek traditional dishes, the Greek "Mezedes", a good local wine.Taste homemade ice cream or relax having a coffee and watching people passing by at a local coffee shop. Stop at the Epidaurus theater and test the acoustics before you return back to Athens.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Lunch
✔ Professional driver with deep local knowledge (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
✔ Culinary Welcome Gift
✔ Private transportation by executive car or mini van
✖ Archaeological Site Tickets ( Corinth is 8€ p.p./Mycenae is 12€ p.p /Theater i is 12€ p.p.)
✖ Gratuities
✖ Certified tour guide (upon request and depending on availability with extra cost)
✖ Ice-cream/coffee
Pickup Locations
1. Foivos Hotel Athens
2. Alter Athens Hotel
3. Ruby Rooms Athens
4. Zenith Hotel
5. Athens City Plaza
6. Wyndham Athens Residence
7. Apollo Hotel
8. Titania Hotel
9. Athens Zafolia Hotel
10. Philippos Hotel
11. The Editor Athens Hotel
12. Anixis
13. Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre, an IHG hotel
14. Novotel Athenes
15. Hotel Tier Collection
16. Hotel Bryon
17. Bob W. Eolou Athens
18. Ambrosia Suites
19. Exarchion Hotel
20. Hotel Carolina
Additional Info: We can Pick Up From All Athens Hotels & Airbnb's.
Itinerary
1
Corinth Canal
Starting from Athens relax at your private luxury car or mini van and enjoy a smooth drive westwards along the scenic coast, until we reach the Corinth Canal with its breathtaking views, where you can take unique photos.
Duration: 15 minutes
2
Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Corinth was a city-state on the Isthmus of Corinth, the narrow stretch of land that joins the Peloponnese to the mainland of Greece, roughly halfway between Athens and Sparta. The modern city of Corinth is located approximately 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) northeast of the ancient ruins. For Christians, Corinth is well known from the two letters of Saint Paul in the New Testament, First and Second Corinthians. Corinth is also mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles as part of Paul the Apostle's missionary travels. In addition, the second book of Pausanias' Description of Greece is devoted to Corinth. Ancient Corinth was one of the largest and most important cities of Greece, with a population of 90,000 in 400 BC. The Romans demolished Corinth in 146 BC, built a new city in its place in 44 BC, and later made it the provincial capital of Greece.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Archaeological Site Mycenae
Entering the region of Argolis and land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO'S World Heritage site. Walk uphill to visit the archaeological site, home of the mythical king Agamemnon. Enjoy a walking tour and hear all of the myths and history as you pass from the Lion’s Gate and the Royal Tombs of Agamemnon and his wife Clytemnestra and the Treasury of Atreus. Let the Cyclopean walls take your breath, and learn about the mysterious origins of this fantastic structure. Mycenae is considered the greatest and richest kingdom of the later Bronze Age around 1350 B.C. Admire the Palace and the Gold Mask of Agamemnon.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Palamidi Castle
Palamidi castle: enchantment from above
Or otherwise known as the 999 steps! If you are an extreme person and the winds don’t favor for kite surf, you can take the steps up to Palamidi and keep yourself in excellent shape at the same time. And, to be frank, the stairs are only 857!
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Nafplio
Nafplio: Arriving at Nafplio, The town was the capital of the First Hellenic Republic and of the Kingdom of Greece, from the start of the Greek Revolution in 1821 until 1834.Follow a dream trail to discover Náfplio’s precious gems starting from the medieval Old Town, the narrow cobblestone alleys, the neoclassical well preserved mansions with the Bougainvillea trees adorning their yards and balconies and the Turkish fountains. Its architecture has Venetian, Byzantine, Ottoman and, Modern Greek influences. Admire the main attractions like the Castle of Bourtzi, the Acronauplia and the Castle of Palamidi built on the top of the hill as well as the various picturesque squares in the city center.
Lunch Time: You can try the local cuisine and choose from a variety of exquisite delicacies and feel free to chat about local cuisine and traditions.
Take a coffee/ tea at local coffee shop or taste one of the best homemade ice creams.
Duration: 2 hours
6
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is a theatre in the Greek city of Epidaurus, located on the southeast end of the sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek God of medicine, Asclepius. It is built on the west side of Cynortion Mountain, near modern Lygourio, and belongs to the Epidaurus Municipality. It is considered to be the most perfect ancient Greek theatre with regard to acoustics and aesthetics. The monument retains the characteristic tripartite structure of a Hellenistic theatre that has a theatron, orchestra, and skene. During Roman times, the theatre (unlike many Greek theatres) did not suffer any modifications. Continue to The Temple of Asclepius, which was a sanctuary in Epidaurus dedicated to Asclepius. It was the main holy site of Asclepius. The sanctuary at Epidaurus was the rival of such major cult sites as the Sanctuary of Zeus at Olympia and Apollo at Delphi. The temple was built in the early 4th century BC.
Duration: 60 minutes
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
