·         Short stop at the strategically important Corinth Canal

·         Day Guided tour to the ancient cities of Epidaurus & Mycenae

·         Short stop at the sea port of Nafplio & marvel at the isle of Bourtzi 

·         Visit the Unesco listed ancient theatre of  Epidaurus 

·         Explore ancient Mycenae and view highlights such as Royal tombs & Lion's gate

·         Skip the long lines and save time

Explore with this guided full day trip from Athens to Argolis, the remains of the ancient city of Mycenae, a major centre of Greek civilization from 1600BC to 1100BC and a world heritage monument.

Depart from our terminal for one day tour via the coastal National highway for the Corinth canal (short stop). Moving on you enter the region of Argolis, land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Dating back to the second century B.C., Mycenae was one of the major centers of Greek civilization and a military stronghold which dominated much of southern Greece .

Visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. You will see the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs, including Agamemnon and Clytemnestra's, and the Treasury of Atreus, a magnificent 14th-century B.C. structure. Time will then be taken for a traditional Greek optional lunch  at a nearby restaurant. Before lunch, an optional stop in a pottery factory. After lunch, through Argos, proceed to Nauplia the first capital of modern Greece with its Venetian fortress of  PALAMIDI and the fortified islet of BOURTZI (short stop).

Continue to Epidaurus and visit the ancient theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo's son Asklepios, the healer, and the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still in use, due to its amazing acoustics.

In the late afternoon our day tour comes to its end, returning back to Athens.

Inclusions:

·         Entrance fees

·         Transport by luxury A/C bus

·         Lunch (if option selected)

·         Hotel pick up and drop off service

·         Services of a Professional and licensed guide

·         All taxes

·         Free WiFi on coaches

Exclusions:

·         Drinks and beverages (if lunch selected)

·         Personal expenses

Additional Info:

       ·   The tour can be provided in French, Italian and German languages.  For more information (special dates) please contact us.

·    For day trips, comfortable walking shoes, sun glasses, hat and loose fitted clothing are strongly recommended.

·   Weather will not affect the operation of the tour. However if canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

·         Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking

·        This tour is implemented in cooperation with a local tour operator of Athens