Get a healthy dose of this lush Peloponnesian region that is colored with antiquity and culture. Visit glorious Mycenae and the impressive Corinth Canal, and enjoy your lunch in the picturesque Nafplio.
Mycenae & Nafplion Day-trip from Athens
Duration
10 hours
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Daily
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Private
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Join us for a unique road-trip to the multifaceted Argolis peninsula! Experience the multi-natural landscape of the Peloponnese with this full-day trip from Athens. Visit the ancient town of royal Mycenae, the Venetian-like Nafplion, home to the mythical master of ancient Greek medicine, Asclepius, and stop at the striking Corinth Canal to snap Instagram-perfect pictures and commemorate this magical Greek adventure!
Enjoy a full-day trip from Athens with a fun licensed tour guide by your side
Get a quick look at the Corinth Canal - Idyllic sea view!
Visit the royal Mycenae, the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon
Stroll around Nafplion, the first capital of the Modern Greek State
Everything was perfect; Our driver, Petros, our guide, Marilena and of course the team at the office who arranged all the details. Thank you so much for an amazing trip to Peloponnese!
I am so glad our family of 5 booked tours with GreekingMe!! We did 4 private tours, 4 days in a row. I was worried we may have overbooked ourselves but each tour was a unique and memorable experience. Our guide, Eva, was very knowledgable and engaging, even keeping our 10 year old boys interested. She thoroughly explained the significance, history and mythology of each site. As an added bonus, Eva knew the best spots for great family photos! We had an amazing vacation in Greece thanks to Eva and GreekingMe.
I found out about Greeking Me when I was looking to book a cooking class for myself and 8 other travel guests. After I reached out to them not only did they help me by booking a wonderful cooking class in Tolo. I ended up booking a large van from Athens to Nafplio with a stop at the Corinth Canal and a guide rode along with us for a tour of Mycane. We were dropped off in Nafplio but not before our guide found us a wonderful place for lunch and also joined us. We booked another transfer from Nafplio to Ermioni with a stop at Epidaurus with another guided tour which was great as well. Both of the drivers were excellent and we felt very comfortable and safe. I can't speak highly enough about Greeking Me they literally helped me plan my trip from start to finish. Offering advice on the ferries and any question I had even though it wouldn't be benefiting them. You can not go wrong using Greeking Me. I most certainly will when I return to Greece.
What you can expect?
Travel around the beautiful area of Argolis and enjoy the colourful scenery with herb-scented valleys and slopes planted with pine trees, magnificent seascapes and shady gorges with lush vegetation. Start your day from Athens, hop on your private luxury vehicle and have your first stop at a famous engineering attraction of the 19th century. Time to snap a photo-shot at the great Corinth Canal and find out about the rivalry between ancient Corinthians and ancient Athenians!
Your next stop will be at the royal Mycenae! Visit the archaeological site to marvel at the kingdom of the legendary Agamemnon through the storytelling of your personal expert tour guide; stand in awe before the Cyclopean Walls and unravel the myth behind their construction! Explore the Royal Tombs and the Treasury of Atreus to find out about the grave goods which accompanied the buried royals. Find Lion’s Gate and see for yourself an exemplary site of monumental sculpture that set the roots of European art.
Nafplio comes next in your adventure! One of the most romantic towns in Greece, “Napoli of the East”, welcomes you with its Venetian architecture, three castles and stunning sea views! Relax at the picturesque alleyways of the city and take your time to take some snaps that will make your visit unforgettable.
Argolis – an area inhabited since the Neolithic era - the land of juicy oranges, awaits you to indulge in its beauty!
Some of the areas you will explore:
The city of Nafplio
Just 2 hours away from downtown Athens, at the northeastern part of Peloponnese at the shores of the Argolic Gulf, lies the city of Nafplio, perhaps the most important provincial city of Greece. For those who want to experience a different side of the country, Nafplio is the ideal destination combining a history of thousands of years with idyllic beaches and a picturesque urban environment.
The Corinth Canal
The most ambitious project of the new Greek State, the Corinth Canal was inaugurated in 1893. A project dreamt by many throughout the centuries such as Periander, Demetrius Poliocertes, Julius Ceasar, Caligula and Nero, it was only completed at the end of the 19th century. This strip of sea stretches for over 6 km long and with a width of just 21 meters, it connects the Saronic to the Corinthian Gulf. A favourite spot for every Peloponnese traveller, this is a must-see landmark and if you are feeling brave enough you can always try to bungee off the bridge!
Mycenae
Mycenae – the home of the legendary Agamemnon and the source of the name given to the era of Greek history spanning the years 1600 – 1100 BC, the Mycenaean period. Agamemnon, brother of Menelaus, was king of Mycenae. When Helen, Menelaus’s wife, was kidnapped by Paris and taken to Troy, Agamemnon commanded the Greek forces in the ensuing Trojan Wars. Unearthed after the mid-19th century by Heinrich Schliemann, Mycenae gave to the world the realization of the epicentre of the Greek literature, Homer's Iliad. The abundance and remarkable wealth of the findings in the excavations stunned everyone during these years and continue to do so even today. All you have to do is to lay your eyes on the golden mask of Agamemnon.
Inclusions
Inclusions:
- Hotel pick-up and transfer to Argolis with a luxury vehicle
- Services of an exceptional licensed tour guide
- stop at the impressive Corinth Canal
- Guided tour of Mycenae and Nafplion
- All taxes and VAT
Exclusions:
- All meals
- Any additional orders or purchases
Know before you go: This is a tour with a licensed expert guide
As we want to offer the best service to our guests, we have carefully selected expert licensed guides to ensure the best experience possible. Our team consists of a group of young professionals of high-expertise in the fields of Archaeology, History or graduates of the official "Greek State School of Tour Guides". Hence, they are well-trained to share their knowledge with the public in an interesting and fun way. Their academic background works as a springboard immersing you to the wealth of Greek culture and holding your undivided attention for the whole duration of the tour. Despite the aforementioned assets though, it is their enthusiastic character and passion about their field of study that unquestionably guarantees you a memorable tour experience.
FAQs
What is the spoken language?
The spoken language is English, French, Spanish or German.
What should I bring with me?
Prepare yourself for an exciting experience & bring along your camera so you can capture the best moments of the activity.
Can you pick us up from our hotel?
A pick-up from your hotel can be arranged. Please send us an inquiry.
Is it child friendly?
Very much! The total experience can be customized to your needs.
What are the acceptable payment methods?
All services booked through the website of Greeking.me are paid via PayPal or credit card. Once you make your payment, we will issue a voucher & send it to you via email. Please bring it with you on the day of the tour, as proof of purchase.
Reviews
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Everything was perfect; Our driver, Petros, our guide, Marilena and of course the team at the office who arranged all the details. Thank you so much for an amazing trip to Peloponnese!
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I am so glad our family of 5 booked tours with GreekingMe!! We did 4 private tours, 4 days in a row. I was worried we may have overbooked ourselves but each tour was a unique and memorable experience. Our guide, Eva, was very knowledgable and engaging, even keeping our 10 year old boys interested. She thoroughly explained the significance, history and mythology of each site. As an added bonus, Eva knew the best spots for great family photos! We had an amazing vacation in Greece thanks to Eva and GreekingMe.
-
I found out about Greeking Me when I was looking to book a cooking class for myself and 8 other travel guests. After I reached out to them not only did they help me by booking a wonderful cooking class in Tolo. I ended up booking a large van from Athens to Nafplio with a stop at the Corinth Canal and a guide rode along with us for a tour of Mycane. We were dropped off in Nafplio but not before our guide found us a wonderful place for lunch and also joined us. We booked another transfer from Nafplio to Ermioni with a stop at Epidaurus with another guided tour which was great as well. Both of the drivers were excellent and we felt very comfortable and safe. I can't speak highly enough about Greeking Me they literally helped me plan my trip from start to finish. Offering advice on the ferries and any question I had even though it wouldn't be benefiting them. You can not go wrong using Greeking Me. I most certainly will when I return to Greece.
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