Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus Private Tour from Athens
Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus Private Tour from Athens
The route begins in Athens and crosses the Corinth Canal, passing through the Gulf of Corinth to arrive at Mycenae. Here travelers will be able to relive the expedition to Troy at Mycenae, the kingdom of Agamemnon and a World Heritage UNESCO Site. Then we visit Nafplio, appreciating the Venetian architecture along its narrow streets before arriving at 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. This itinerary is your experience of a lifetime.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Athens
Pick up from your Hotel,Airbnb appartment or Piraeus port and 1 hour drive to reach our first stop
1 hourCorinth Canal
walls. 20 minutes at the Canal and 40 minutes drive to reach our next stop
1 hourArchaeological 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 hourCitadel 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 minutesPalamidi 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 minutesNafplio
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
2 hoursSanctuary 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.
15 minutesThe 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.
30 minutesEpidaurus 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.
2 hoursIncluded
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Private transportation
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)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- Our company is certified with ISO 45001:2018 for health and safety measures
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.