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Day Trip To Ancient Corinth

A 6 Hour Private Tour Visiting Ancient Corinth

Tour Overview

A private day trip to explore the ancient Corinth. Pass from the Corinth Canal that connects the Aegean and Ionian seas. Visit the ancient town of Corinth where St. Paul lived and follow his steps at the ancient port of Cehries. Enjoy a guided tour in the archaeological site which impressive monuments include the Agora and the Temple of Apollo.


Duration: 6 hours


Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian


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The Tour Highlights

  • Corinth Canal
  • Ancient Port of Cehries
  • Visit Ancient Corinth and follow the steps of St. Paul
  • Apollo’s Temple
  • Ancient Agora

The Tour Description

Starting from Athens we drive westwards until we reach the Corinth Canal. We make a short stop to admire and make photos of this great canal that connects the Aegean and Ionian seas.

Shortly thereafter we arrive at the ancient town of Corinth, where St. Paul lived for two years and established a church, sending from here the two famous epistles that are part of the New Testament. In ancient times, Corinth stood out as one of the most prominent and richest cities which is still evident to the present day visitor through the remains of in the archaeological site.

Your guide tell you the history and mythology of Corinth, the town where Jason and Medea lived, as you visit the remains of the huge Agora (market place) and the Temple of Apollo dating back to 6th century B.C.

The tour continues with a short stop at the site of the ancient port of Cehries, where St. Paul disembarked. Lunch can be arranged at a traditional Greek tavern overlooking the Corinth Canal or at a beach-front fish restaurant. We return to Athens following the same route and drop you off at your hotel.

The Tour Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • Professional licensed guide
  • Entrance fee for Ancient Corinth
  • Pick up / Drop off to your hotel in Athens
  • Lunch at local restaurant by the Corinth Canal (optional)
  • Local taxes and VAT

The Tour Excludes

  • Meal and drinks during the excursion
  • Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts (optional)

Additional Information

  • Lunch at a fish restaurant or a traditional tavern by the Corinth Canal be arranged.