3-day & 2-night tour from Athens to Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi

3-day & 2-night tour from Athens to Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi

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The three-day tour of the major sites in mainland Greece
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and its remarkable acoustics
Visit to the archaeological sites of Olympia and Delphi
Explore the Corinth Canal

Essential information *

Duration
3 days

Languages

French
English

Starting time
8:45 AM

* All details will be sent to you upon reservation.

Description

Stay for three days in the heart of mainland Greece and visit its many treasures: the Corinth Canal, the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, the archaeological sites of Olympia and Delphi with a guide!

1st day: Departing from Athens you will take the road towards the Corinth Canal where you will make a short stop. You will reach Epidaurus and visit its theatre, famous for its conservation and remarkable acoustics. You will make a stop in Nafplion, which was one of Modern Greece's first capitals in the 1830s. Finally, you will go to Mycenae, ancient kingdom of Agamemnon, where you will visit the archaeological site and the tomb of Agamemnon. In the afternoon, you will travel to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Dinner and overnight in Olympia.

2nd day: Your day will be dedicated to visiting the archaeological site of Olympia which houses the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the Altar of the Olympic Flame, the stadium and the archaeological museum. You will pass through some of mainland Greece's most iconic places, such as Nafpaktos, before you reach Delphi. Dinner and overnight stay in Delphi.

3rd day: You will start your day by visiting the archaeological site of Delphi and its remains. In Ancient Greece, Delphi was considered the centre of the world, because according to mythology it was in Delphi that the two eagles, sent by Zeus, met. You will visit the Castalia Spring, the temple of Apollo known for its oracle, Tholos and the Delphi Museum. Finally, you will enjoy two hours of free time before being driven back to Athens in the afternoon. 

Departure place

Good to know

  • Departures: every Monday (except under exceptional circumstances)
  • Start time: 8:45 am
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Departure point: Athens
  • Accommodation: you will have the choice of two categories: standard (available only in summer) or superior
  • Board: you will have half board during the stay (breakfasts & dinners)
  • You will have free wifi at the hotel and in the bus
  • The tourist tax must be paid on-site(about €3 per person per night)
  • This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users
  • Group excursion with other participants

Price includes

  • Transfers to/from your accommodation in Athens
  • Guide during the three days (in summer)
  • Transport by air-conditioned bus during the three days
  • Half-board package
  • Accommodation in a standard or superior room (depending on the option chosen)
  • Entry to monuments/sites

Price doesn’t include

  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Tourist tax
  • Tips (optional)
  • Any other extras

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