Mycenae, Epidaurus and Nafplio Private Day Tour






Mycenae, Epidaurus and Nafplio Private Day Tour
Location: Mycenae, Nafplio and Epidaurus
Duration: 10h
No. of participants: 2-14 persons
Suitable for: 6+ years old
Language: English
Suggested time to start: 7:45 - 8:00 am
Cost: 420€ (1 to 3 persons), 460€ (4 to 7 persons), 550€ (8 to 14 persons)
Description:
This tour will travel you to some of the most legendary places of Greece, like the city of Ancient Mycenae, the land of Agamemnon who was the leading king of the Greek forces in the Trojan war. If you love ancient Greek History and you have read Homer’s Iliada, then you should not miss the place where everything started. Once there, you will explore the famous vaulted tombs as you stroll around the ancient ruins and see the masterpieces of the Mycenaean civilization like the famous Golden mask of Agamemnon.
Before visiting the archaeological site of Mycenae you will pass through the Corinth Canal, one of the world's smallest ocean canals, where you will take several pictures while you enjoy the view. You will then visit the ancient theatre of Epidaurus, the most famous of all ancient theatres in Greece and well-known for its extraordinary acoustics. Next stop is Nafplio, one of the most picturesque cities and first capital of Modern Greece. Check out its beautiful fortresses, enjoy the magnificent view to the sea and spend some time exploring the historical center of the city.
This full-day private tour gives you the opportunity to exploresome of the most emblematic archaeological sites of Greece, but also learn more about the history of modern Greece. It is ideal for history lovers and nature enthusiasts!
Highlights
Visit the Ancient Mycenae and see the famous Golden mask of Agamemnon
Drive through Corinth Canal
See the theatre of Epidaurus
Stroll around beautiful Nafplio
Take a break for lunch
What's included
Hotel pick-up & private transfer with taxi or van (upon availability).
Professional English speaking driver. Please note that the driver is not a licensed tour guide*.
Fuel costs, tolls, vehicle insurance and parking fees.
What’s not included
Entrance fees of Archaeological Sites, gratuities, lunch costs, other client personal expenses.
Licensed Tour Guide.
Anything not mentioned in the “What’s included” section.
Deposit
In order to confirm the booking, we ask for a 80€ and the balance will be paid in cash during the day of the tour. Within 24 hours from your booking request, you are going to receive a PayPal link where you can pay the deposit and proceed to the confirmation.
Good to know
*The Driver is not permitted by law to enter the Archaeological Sites/Museums with the clients. Only Licensed Tour Guides are allowed to do so. If you wish such an additional service, we can book a Licensed Tour Guide for you in advance with an extra cost of €350. The amount should be paid to the driver in cash.
Note that if you choose to hire a licensed tour guide, this person will be added to the total number of passengers and this might affect the type of vehicle used and subsequently the price of the service.
The sequence of the sites mentioned in the itineraries may be subject to change, due to reasons beyond our control.
No smoking, eating, or drinking from open containers is permitted inside the vehicles.
Cancellation policy
less than 72 hours before the tour: no refund
between 7 days and 72 hours before the tour: 50% refund
>7 days before the tour: full refund
For any further inquiries, please contact info@truevoyagers.com
Location: Cape Sounio & the Athenian Riviera
Duration: 5h (Half-Day tour) - 7-8h (Full-Day tour)
No. of participants: 2-14 persons
Suitable for: 6+ years old
Language: English
Suggested time to start: 7:45 - 8:00 am (also available as Sunset Tour with afternoon starting time)
Cost for the Half-Day tour: 280€ (1 to 3 persons), 320€ (4 to 7 persons), 400€ (8 to 14 persons)
Cost for the Full-Day tour: 350€ (1 to 3 persons), 390€ (4 to 7 persons), 470€ (8 to 14 persons)
Description
A road trip to Cape Sounio is an amazing scenic drive along the coastline, the famous Athenian Riviera. Standing at the very top of Cape Sounio, the photogenic temple of Poseidon is considered a masterpiece of the golden age of Athens and one of the most spectacular templesall over Greece. If you choose to do the tour in the afternoon (instead of the suggested morning time), you will see one of the most beautiful sunsets, with the sun washing the sky in reds, pinks and oranges as it sets into the sea.
During our drive towards Cape Sounio you will have the opportunity to experience the seashore firsthand while you admire the amazing views. Athens is actually one the few cities in Europe with such a long coastline within the greater metropolitan area. In the extended version of this tour (9h) visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful clear waters of the sea as a stop for swimming and relaxing at one of the picturesque beaches found along the way is included in the schedule. The participants of both HD and FD tour will also visit the Vouliagmeni lake with its massive cave systems, a hidden treasure of Attica's nature. This hot-springs-fed lake, situated just a few meters away from the sea, is set dramatically against a huge jutting offering a landscape of unique beauty to all visitors.
There are several myths and legends about the Cape Sounio and the temple of Poseidon. Whether the stories related to this place are real or just myths, there is no doubt that once you visit the area you will feel the gloriousness of the site and enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the Aegean Sea.
This tour is ideal for visitors who want to combine sun, sea and culture during their stay in Athens.
Highlights
Drive along Athens coastline and enjoy the view along the ride.
See Vouliagmeni Lake, a natural spa next to the sea.
Visit Cape Sounio, a magnificent picture-perfect spot overlooking the Aegean sea.
Admire the Temple of Poseidon, an architectural jewel of Ancient Greece.
Swim at the beautiful waters of the Athenian Riviera (Full-Day tour only)
Take a break for lunch/dinner (Full-Day tour only).
What's included
Hotel pick-up & private transfer with taxi or van (upon availability) to Sounio and Temple of Poseidon.
Professional English-speaking driver. Please note that the driver is not a licensed tour guide*.
Fuel costs, tolls, vehicle insurance and parking fees.
Swimming at the beach (only in the full-day version).
What’s not included
Entrance fees of Archaeological Sites (Temple of Poseidon), gratuities, lunch/dinner costs, other client personal expenses.
Licensed Tour Guide.
Anything not mentioned in the “What’s included” section.