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Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplio Private Tour from Athens
(3) Reviews
Athens
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
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Your personal driver will pick you up and return you to the same place or at the point you prefer in Athens.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the accessible heritage left behind by ancient Greece’s legendary past on this full-day tour. You will have the chance to explore the remains of two of the country’s most important sites, Ancient Corinth and Mycenae, along with another important location: Nafplio (the capital town during Ottoman rule). The exceptional value of this tour, makes it one of the most unique experiences in Greece! Let’s discover together: the impressive Corinth Canal, the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth with its agora and museum, the Ached Tombs of the Kings and the Lion’s Gate in the archaeological site of Mycenae and the picturesque town of Nafplio. This tour is an ideal combination for history l...
Pick-up from Athens and one hour drive to reach our first stop.
1 hour
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Corinth Canal
Corinth Canal, one of the most important projects and 19th century engineering masterpieces, playing a catalytic role for the Mediterranean trade. The Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island.
15 minutes
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Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Ancient Corinth was a city-state on the Isthmus of Corinth, one of the most famous and visited cities of Greece. The city is located in the South West of the Peloponnese surrounded by mountains that take their name from the ancient town. The most renowned monuments are: Temple of Apollo, Bema of Saint Paul and Roman Odeon.
30 minutes
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Archaeological Museum of Corinth
The Archaeological Museum of Corinth houses a large collection of artifacts from the local site and from smaller sites in the neighboring area.
30 minutes
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Acrocorinth
Acrocorinth, the acropolis of ancient Corinth, is a monolithic rock overseeing the ancient city of Corinth. It is the most impressive of the acropolis of mainland Greece.
1 hour
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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.
1 hour
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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.
15 minutes
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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.
2 hours
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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).
30 minutes
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Athens
We start our way back to Athens, it will take around 2 hours.
2 hours
Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Mycenae and Nafplio Private Tour from Athens
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Athens
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Explore the accessible heritage left behind by ancient Greece’s legendary past on this full-day tour. You will have the chance to explore the remains of two of the country’s most important sites, Ancient Corinth and Mycenae, along with another important location: Nafplio (the capital town during Ottoman rule). The exceptional value of this tour, makes it one of the most unique experiences in Greece! Let’s discover together: the impressive Corinth Canal, the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth with its agora and museum, the Ached Tombs of the Kings and the Lion’s Gate in the archaeological site of Mycenae and the picturesque town of Nafplio. This tour is an ideal combination for history l...
