Ancient Corinth Canal-Kechries port biblical tour/Nafplion/Athens

1. Corinth Canal
   Soon after, we will reach the Corinth canal with its breathtaking views (short stop/on the bridge, which is the highest point of the canal) for an opportunity to take photos.
2. 30m
   In ancient times, Kenchreai was one of the two ports of the inland city-state of Corinth. While Kenchreai served the eastern trade routes via the Saronic Gulf, Lechaion on the Corinthian Gulf served the trade routes leading west to Italy and the rest of Europe. Situated on the eastern side of the Isthmus of Corinth, Kenchreai sat at a natural crossroads for ships arriving from the east and overland traffic heading north and south between central Greece and the Peloponnese Christianity also arrived at Kenchreai early in the religion's history. According to Acts 18:18, the Apostle Paul stopped at Kenchreai during his second missionary journey, where he had his hair cut to fulfill a vow, probably a Nazirite vow. Paul mentions the place and a woman named Phoebe in the local assembly in his epistle to the Romans
   
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3. Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   We will continue to Ancient Corinth, where you will visit the ancient site, explore the ruins of old significant buildings like the Roman Agora (the famous Vema), the Temple of Apollo & museum.
   
   Ticket includes the archaeological site & museum.
4. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   Finally we will drive on top of the Hill to visit the Castle of Acrocorinth
5. 15m
   An impressive Greek Orthodox cathedral, seat of the bishop of Modern Corinth, dedicated to Saint Paul, who lived in ancient Corinth 4 years.
6. The Diolkos
   15m
   The Diolkos saved ships sailing from the Ionian Sea to the Aegean Sea a dangerous sea journey round the Peloponnese, whose three headlands had a reputation for gales, especially Cape Matapan and Cape Malea. By contrast, both the Gulf of Corinth and the Saronic Gulf were relatively sheltered waters. In addition, the overland passage of the Isthmus, a neck of land 6.4 km (4.0 mi) wide at its narrowest, offered a much shorter route to Athens for ships sailing to and from the Ionian coast of Greece.
   
   The Diolkos also had a commercial function in transporting goods. Little is known of its success in increasing trade but because of the length of time it was maintained, it is presumed that it had some positive impact. In addition to trade, during wartime the Diolkos may have been used to transport lighter ships across land.
7. Loutraki
   1h
   Time for swim in Corinthian crystal waters. Have a lunch in front water with sea food (optional)
   
   Olive Oil tasting
   Visit a local Olive Oil shop and taste their local products. Get a taste of how olives turn into olive oil
   See how the soap is made with olive oil and how it differs from common soaps. Learn all about the most skin-friendly soap.

Pickup details

For Private Tours: Traveler pickup is offered to your hotel/ apartment in Nafplio or Argos in Peloponnese at the arranged time of your tour departure.

For Private Tours: Traveler pickup is offered to your hotel/ apartment in Athens / Attica at the arranged time of your tour departure.
For Private Tours: Traveler pickup is offered to Piraeus Harbour / cruise terminal at the arranged time of your tour departure.

We suggest that the tour starts at 8:00 am or earlier in summer time. If for any reason this is not convenient, you can adjust the time according to your needs.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You Have the options of 3 different Vehicles types: Sedan/ Suv up to 3 adults or family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids - up to 11 years old free) - Minivan ( from 1 to 8 persons - 2 kids/ up to 11 years old free ) - Minibus ( from 1 to 14 persons - 2 kids/ up to 11 years old free). Price varies by Group Size or Vehicle type.
• The tour driver is not an archaeological guide to accompany you on your walk to ancient Corinth or museum. If you require an Archaeologist guide to tour the site with you, you need to hire one additionally. Your tour driver provides informative audio documentary, historical details as you travel.
• Booking hours: Tour is private & flexible (up to 8 hours from Nafplion or 10 hours from Athens). However we only request to have in mind the agreement hours. But if you like to extend it, please make a fair arrangement with your tour driver/ leader. Additional charge per hour is 35€ (Sedan) - 50€ (Minivan) - 65€ (Minibus).
• Entrance fees to Sites & Museums are not included.