Argolis Day Trip + Extended Epidaurus
Your driver will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning. Enjoy the scenery on the coastal highway that leads to Argolis. On a clear day you can see the island of Salamis, off the coast of which a fierce naval battle took place in 480 B.C. between the coalition of the Greek city-states and the fleet of the Persian empire. Its outcome would shape the fate of the entire Western civilization.
First stop, the Corinth Canal. It was dug out in the late 19th century and was considered to be a wonder of engineering in its time. Take some time to stretch your legs, snap some pictures and drink a cup of coffee while enjoying the view.
After a 20 minute drive through olive groves, orange tree orchards and vineyards, we will arrive in the city of Ancient Corinth.
One of the most powerful city-states of the ancient world, Corinth was the epicenter of several important historic events. The most notable sight in the area is the Temple of Apollo which dates back to the 6th century B.C. and belongs to the Doric order of architecture.
Other notable sights are the fountains of Glauke and Peirene, the theater, the marketplace and many other Roman buildings. The museum’s exhibits include some fine specimens of ancient Corinthian pottery and mosaics.
Our next stop is the city of Mycenae, the seat of power of one of the Trojan War factions. You will enter the citadel through the Lion Gate. The citadel is surrounded by the Cyclopean walls, thought to have been built by the mythical Cyclops due to the enormous size of the stone blocks that they’re made of.
The Archaeological Museum of Mycenae offers interesting insight into the everyday life of the era. Its varied exhibits include everyday items, religious utensils, burial offerings etc. And, of course, visiting the Tomb of Agamemnon (also known as the Treasury of Atreus) is mandatory.
After a 40-minute scenic drive through the countryside, we will be arriving in the beautiful seaside city of Nafplion, which was the first capital of the modern Greek state. Explore the most important landmarks of the city, such as the Castle of Palamidi and the city’s ancient, fortified citadel, Akronafplia.
At this point in the tour, you may opt for the extended version. You will visit the Sanctuary of Asclepius, god of medicine, including the world-renowned ancient theater of Epidaurus.
Your driver will then take you back to Athens and to your accommodation.
The entrance fee for this tour is 32,00€ if you do the Extended Tour otherwise it costs 20,00€
Corinth 8,00€ , Mycenae 12,00€ and Epidaurus Theater 12,00€
Free admission for:
Journalists
Persons under 18 (with current identification to prove age)
University students from Greece and the E.U
Free admission (for all) on the following dates:
6 March
5 June
18 April
18 May (International Museums Day)
The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days)
Summer Period : April 1 -October 31
Winter Period: 1 November – 31 March
Opening hours for the archaeological area of Ancient Corinth:
Winter period:
8:00am-15:00
Summer period:
From 3/4 to 30/4, 08:00am-19:00
From 2/5 to 30/9, 08:00am-20:00
From 1/10/ to 15/10, 08:00am-19:00
From 16/10 to 31/10, 08:00am-18:00
Opening hours for the archaeological area of Mycenae:
Winter period: 08:00am-15:00
Summer period: 08:00-20:00
Opening hours for the archaeological area of Epidaurus:
Winter period: 08:00-15:00
Summer period: 08:00-20:00
All sites and museums are closed or have reduced opening hours, on the following holidays:
1 January: closed
6 January: closed
Shrove Monday: 08.30-15.00
25 March: closed
Good Friday: until 12:00 closed
Holy Saturday: 08.30-15.00
Easter Sunday : closed
Easter Monday: 08.30-15.00
1 May: closed
Holy Spirit Day: 08.30-15.00
15 August: 08.30-15.00
28 October: 08.30-15.00
25 December: closed
26 December: closed
Comfortable shoes and clothes ,hat and sunscreen.
* We can customize this tour to your needs.
** If you want to skip or add something, please let us know in advance.
Testimonials
Will King
My wife and I took a 3 week cruise from rome to venice. One of the stops was a day in athens.
Upon getting off the ship in athens, there was an army of taxi drivers who were waiting to take the cruise goers on a tour.
We saw a nicely dressed man who had a nice mercedes, we approached him and upon greeting him he spoke perfect english.
We asked him if he could give us a tour and a have a nice lunch at a great restaurant.
Lambros gave us a wonderful tour of athens, sharing a vast knowledge of the history of athens, and commented on insightful landmarks. Lambros then took us to an amazing restaurant right on the water and made sure we were back to the ship in a timely manner.
Exemptional tour and great memories.
Ciceri Francesca
I met mr. Petropoulos one of those days when the agenda of a business trip is so full of appointments that you can’t push in a needle….
I was late to the last appointment before my flight back to Italy and my luggage was still in the hotel. The only option was really to ask Mr. Petropoulos to get my trolley while I was in the last meeting and then bring me straight to the airport. The risk was to remain in XX street and wait forever…well when I went out the bank Lambros was there with my bag in the car and I managed to catch my plane and be safe at home.
That was the beginning of a 16 years cooperation, always very professional , reliable and with a very good English which helps the communication. A real point of reference for me in Athens.
The Brown Family
Labros and Athena Private Tours, thanks so much for the three day tour from Athens to Nafplio, Olympia and Delphi, and back to Athens. It was such a wonderful experience from beginning to end. We were amazed to see and learn so many things in three days, so thank you so much.
As a tour guide you made the experience easy, fun and memorable, as well as accommodating for our children (they really loved you!). You are the most knowledgeable and passionate guide I have met and any question I had you were able and happy to answer.
We will be recommending your service to our friends and no doubt if we come back to Greece we will be using your services once again.
Many thanks
James and Alice
Thank you so much Lambros for our wonderful tour. We initially wanted to visit the islands only, but in the end we decided to book a tour in Athens, and we are so glad we did. We learnt so many things about the ancient history of Athens and your passion really made the experience great fun. The sunset in Sounion in particular was majestic and one of the most beautiful moments I’ve had with my wife. You also went out of your way to give us plenty of tips and information for the islands we were planning to go to, and we are extremely grateful for this.
We are definitely planning to come back to Greece and book one of your tours to see more of mainland Greece next time. Thanks again so much for the wonderful experience.
With Love, James and AliceAs a tour guide you made the experience easy, fun and memorable, as well as accommodating for our children (they really loved you!). You are the most knowledgeable and passionate guide I have met and any question I had you were able and happy to answer.
We will be recommending your service to our friends and no doubt if we come back to Greece we will be using your services once again.
Many thanks