Argolis, Olympia & Bassae - 3 Days
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- AT A GLANCE
3 days
Up to 3 people
1500€
Your accommodation, airport or port
- THE EXPERIENCE
The Peloponnese from Corinth to Bassae and Olympia
This three-day private tour explores the cultural heart of the Peloponnese, connecting major centers of classical antiquity with scenic landscapes and historic seaside towns.
The itinerary combines Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplion, Bassae, and Olympia in a carefully structured journey across southern Greece. Designed with balanced pacing and overnight stays in Nafplion and Olympia, the experience allows for meaningful exploration without rushing.
Pick-up and drop-off are available from your hotel or preferred location in Athens.
Highlights
- Ancient Corinth and the Temple of Apollo
- Mycenae and the Treasury of Atreus
- The Theatre of Epidaurus
- The Temple of Apollo Epicurius at Bassae
- Ancient Olympia
Ready to embark on your next adventure?
- DAY BY DAY
Your journey, day by day
Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplion
- Pick-up from your hotel or preferred location
- Drive toward the Peloponnese peninsula
- Stop at the Corinth Canal, a late 19th-century engineering landmark
- Time for photographs and a short break
- Arrival at Ancient Corinth
- Approximately 1.5 hours to explore the archaeological site and museum
- Visit to the 6th-century BC Doric Temple of Apollo
- Walk through the Roman Agora, including the Bema traditionally associated with St. Paul
- Exploration of the fountains of Glauke and Peirene, the theatre, marketplace, and Roman remains
- Arrival at Mycenae
- Entry through the Lion Gate
- Walk along the Cyclopean walls
- Visit to the Archaeological Museum of Mycenae
- Visit to the Treasury of Atreus (Tomb of Agamemnon)
- Approximate visit duration: 30 minutes
- Drive to Epidaurus
- Visit to the 4th-century BC Theatre of Epidaurus, renowned for its acoustics
- Exploration of the Sanctuary of Asclepius
- Approximate visit duration: 1.5 hours
- Arrival in Nafplion
- Overnight stay in Nafplion
Nafplion, Bassae & Olympia
- Breakfast in Nafplion
- Visit to Akronafplia
- View of Palamidi Fortress
- Drive to Bassae
- Visit to the Temple of Apollo Epicurius
- Arrival in Olympia
- Visit to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, including the statue of Hermes
- Lunch in the area
- Overnight stay in Olympia
Ancient Olympia & Return
- Two-hour visit to the archaeological site of Olympia
- Exploration of the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, and the ancient Stadium
- Historical overview of the Olympic Games, first held in 776 BC
- Traditional lunch in the area
- Return drive to Athens
- Drop-off at your hotel or preferred location
- PACKAGE
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Private transportation for three days
- Professional driver
- Services according to the itinerary
- Pick-ups and drop-offs from and to the airport and ports are possible on request, at an additional cost.
Not included
- Entrance fees
- Meals and refreshments
- Personal expenses
- Overnight stay in Nafplion
- Overnight stay in Olympia
Complimentary
- Bottled water
- Wi-Fi onboard
- Assistance with ticket arrangements upon request
Good to know
Entrance fees to archaeological sites and museums are not included.
This tour is designed with flexibility in mind and can be adjusted to your interests. If you would like to add, skip, or modify any part of the itinerary, please let us know in advance.
Opening hours, ticket links and holiday closures for the sites you will visit are on our Useful Information page.
