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.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Athens - Pick up from your Hotel,Airbnb appartment or Piraeus port and 1 hour drive to reach our first stop
  • 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
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)
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 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.

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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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Susan_l
Apr 22, 2024
Our delightful tour - George was a very good guide. He shared his knowledge of the area with us and made sure we had enough time to take in all the sights. We especially enjoyed the peaceful time outside of the city. Thanks again George for sharing a part of your beautiful country with us and the delicious lunch recommendation in Napfoli.
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Loreen_w
Apr 17, 2024
Mauricio made our day traveling to Orvieto and Bagnoregio - We have taken many tours before and we were pleasantly surprised that Mauricio was much more than a driver. He was an excellent guide and described in depth the history of Orvieto and Bagnoregio. He was a pleasure to have lunch with and to spend the day with. Excellent experience and highly recommended!.
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Arnold_r
Apr 11, 2024
Wonderful Experience - We had a wonderful time! Our guides Niko and George were very gracious, informative and helpful. They were very flexible with timing and attended to all our needs! Highly recommended their services. Arnold R.
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Bruce_w
Nov 23, 2023
Great trip outside of Athens - Our driver Nikos was so accommodating with everything, provided us with many options at each site and left timing up to us. The best was we were having a late lunch with traffic beginning to build for the 2 hour ride to Athens and we asked Nikos how much time we can have for a quick meal - his reply “this is your lunch, sit down, enjoy, relax, and eat. I will be here when you are done!” By the way all of the sites were beautiful and well worth the full day.
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