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Day Trip To Argolis

A 10 Hour Private Tour Visiting Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio

Tour Overview

This day trip to the Argolis region is designed the most important sites outside Athens. Pass from the Corinth Canal that connects the Ionian and Aegean seas. Visit the rich archeological site of Mycenae and the ancient theater of Epidaurus.

Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch and a stroll in the picturesque town of Nafplio, which once was the capital of Greece.


Duration: 10 hours


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


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The Tour Highlights

  • Corinth Canal
  • Ancient Mycenae
  • Epidaurus theater
  • Nafplio town
  • First parliament of Greece

The Tour Description

A day trip to Argolis is a perfect escape from Athens. We depart in the morning heading south, and enter the region of Peloponnese as we pass from the Corinth Canal. We make a short stop to admire and make photos of this great canal that connects the Aegean and Ionian seas.

We continue to Mycenae, which is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. Mycenae was described as the ‘City rich in Gold’ in Homer’s epic poem Iliad. Such descriptions were matched once the Golden Mask of Agamemnon was discovered among many other treasures. Enter the ancient town from the Lion Gate and walk up to Agamemnon`s Royal Palace, as your guide explains the history and mythology of the site.

Our next stop is Nafplio, the first capital of the modern Greek state. We have lunch (optional) at a local restaurant and then stroll around the picturesque town, to see the Syntagma Square, the primary Parliament House of Greece and numerous other historic buildings.

We continue our trip with a visit to the theater of Epidaurus, still in use today and renowned for its amazing acoustics. In the antiquity, apart from a theater Epidaurus was a world famous medical and healing center. Temples dedicated to Apollo and Asklepeios are located here.

Following the same route we return to Athens and your hotel filled with images and memories from the rich Argolis region.

The Tour Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • Professional licensed guide
  • Entrance fee for Argolis, Mycenae & Epidaurus
  • Pick up / Drop off to your hotel in Athens
  • 3 course lunch during the excursion
  • Local taxes and VAT

The Tour Excludes

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