"Discover Argolis: All-Day Tour to Nafplio,Mycenae & Epidaurus"

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What you'll see and do

1. The Isthmus of Corinth is a narrow strip of land that connects Central Greece with the Peloponnese , while the canal that has been opened in it connects the Saronic Gulf with the Gulf of Corinth . It is about 6 kilometers long and the narrowest point is where the Corinth Canal was built (1880-1893). It was a strategic point and for this reason a wall had already been built since ancient times (end of the 5th century BC), which had been preserved until the Byzantines ( Hexamilion ).

   15 minutes here

2. Archaeological Site Mycenae

   One of the greatest centers of the Greek culture, which constitutes a powerful military fortress that used to dominate most of Southern Greece (world heritage site UNESCO). "Polychryses Mycenae", the kingdom of the mythical Agamemnon, first praised by Homer in his epics, is the most important and richest palatial center of the Late Bronze Age in Greece. Their name has been given to one of the most brilliant civilizations of Greek prehistory, the Mycenaean, and the myths associated with their history spanned the ages with the Homeric epics and the great tragedies of the classical era, while they inspired and continue to inspire worldwide the intellectual creation and art

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

3. The vaulted tomb of Atreus dominated the western slope of the ridge of Panagitsa, to the southwest of the acropolis of Mycenae and on the road axis that connected Mycenae with Heraion of Argos. It is one of the largest and most perfect Mycenaean vaulted tombs and the most impressive of the nine that have been found in Mycenae. It is dated between 1350 and 1250 BC.

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4. Lion Gate

   Lion Gate is the popular modern name for the main entrance of the Bronze Age citadel of Mycenae in southern Greece. It was erected during the thirteenth century BC, around 1250 BC, in the northwestern side of the acropolis. In modern times, it was named after the relief sculpture of two lionesses in a heraldic pose that stands above the entrance.

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5. Nafplio

   The tour then leads to Nafplio, one of Greece’s most beautiful and romantic towns. Stroll through its charming old town, admire the elegant Venetian architecture, and enjoy free time to explore the picturesque streets, seaside promenade, and local cafés. This full-day experience perfectly combines history, culture, and scenic beauty, making it an unforgettable escape from Athens.

   60 minutes here

6. Bourtzi

   Bourtzi is a castle located on the islet of Agios Theodoros in the middle of the port in Nafplio, about 400 meters from the pier. The name that has prevailed is "Bourtzi", it comes from the Turkish-Arabic language and means "island-fortress" where it is the registered trademark together with the castle of Palamidi for Nafplio. Its oldest name from the Venetians was "Castello dello soglio" and for the port "Porto di cadena", port of the chain, because every night five brothers reached from the rampart to Akronafplia until Bourji a chain and closed the port for security, while the Turks later surrounded it with the "porpela", an underwater barrier of stones so that it was not possible to approach by large ships. To visit Bourtzi you should use the small boats located in the port of Nafplion. The distance from the port with them is only 10 minutes and you get 20 minutes of browsing time. The ticket price is 4€.

   20 minutes here · Admission not included

7. Palamidi Castle

   Palamidi is a fortress to the east of the Acronauplia 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). The fortress was a very large and ambitious project, but was finished within a relatively short period from 1711 until 1714. It is a typical baroque fortress based on the plans of Venetian engineer Antonio Giancix and built by French military engineer Pierre de la Salle. In 1715 it was captured by the Ottomans and remained under their control until 1822, when it was captured by the Greeks.

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8. Epidaurus Archaeological Museum

   The Archaeological Museum of the Asclepieion of Epidaurus is a small museum located inside a splendid Venetian building. It showcases the social development of Argolis, from ancient hunter-gatherers to more recent times. The museum houses findings from the surrounding sites, including the spectacular ruins of an enormous theater that is still in use today. This marvel of ancient engineering can hold up to 14,000 people and is renowned for its almost perfect acoustics.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

9. The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus

   The Theater of Asclepius of Epidaurus was built on the western side of Mount Kynorti, at the end of the Classical era. This unique monument, the most perfect and famous ancient Greek Theatre, which combines elegance with perfect acoustics, is according to Pausanias, the work of Polykleitos (the Younger), the creator of the Dome in the same sanctuary.

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10. The sanctuary of Asclepius in Epidaurus was the largest healing center of antiquity. Τhe processional road led the Temple of the god, the Dome, one of the most elegant architectures of the classical era, a circular building, , the a place where patients were treated through their meeting with the god in their sleep. Near these buildings are the large building for the focus of the faithful after the sacrifice during the holidays and the also large hostel, in which the patients and their attendants resided. At the southern end of the sanctuary was built the famous ancient theater already in antiquity for its unsurpassed beauty and harmony and today the best preserved ancient theater, which now hosts modern performances. Recent restorations have made the form and function of the ancient sanctuary easily readable even by the non-expert.

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Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• "By MiniVan up to 8pax"

  Private tour in 10hours Luxurious Mercedes Benz Skip line Tickets: We will purchase the tickets and you can pay the driver directly in cash. (by card-additional charge to cover the bank fees Pickup included

• "By Sedan up to 3pax"

  Private tour in 10hours Luxurious Mercedes Benz Sedan Skip line Tickets: We will purchase the tickets and you can pay the driver directly in cash. (by card-additional charge to cover the bank fees Pickup included

• "By MiniBus up to 12pax"

  Private tour in 10hours Luxurious Mercedes Benz Skip the line: We will purchase the tickets and you can pay the driver directly in cash. (by card-additional charge to cover the bank fees Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

en

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 12 travelers per booking

Operated by

Greece Athens Taxi GAT

Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Additional fees if the tour concludes at a location other than the designated meeting point.
• Flexible Pick-Up Times - Customize pick-up times to suit your schedule.
• Hourly Extensions - Extend your tour for a fee, adaptable to your needs.
• Ticket prices for archaeological sites vary depending on the season, either winter or summer
• - The Archaeological site of Mycenae & Ancient Theatre at the Asklepieion of Epidaurus is closed on January 1st, March 25th, May 1st, Easter Sunday, and December 25th and 26th.

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