In the footsteps of Alexander the Great - Macedonian kingdom - 8 hrs

4.4 (10 reviews) Thessaloniki, Greece
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Duration7h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Greek, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This is the only place where a visitor can experience unique finds you can see nowhere else in the world. The Vergina gold treasures and royal tombs are the most important archaeological discovery of the 20th century in Greece and a UNESCO site.
The classical pebble mosaics of Pella are the only ones from the 4th century BC found in such a good condition in the ruined villas.
Visit the two Macedonian kingdom capitals at your own pace, learn about this great ancient kingdom of Philip and Alexander and enjoy a traditional taverna lunch in between.

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Flexible times and meeting

taxi, limo, minivan, mini bus: Transportation price is extra and varies depending on the type of vehicle and number of persons to travel

In the footsteps of Alexander the Great - Macedonian kingdom - Pella & Vergina

taxi, limo, minivan, mini bus: Transportation price is extra and varies depending on the type of vehicle and number of persons to travel

What's included

  • Private certified guide for the whole full-day tour
  • No meals or drinks are included. Bottled water is provided en route
  • The price of private tour transportation depends on the number of persons & the type & size of vehicle needed each time
  • Archaeological Museum of Pella
  • Archaeological Site at Pella
  • Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)

What to expect

  1. Archaeological Site at Pella
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    The first half of the day is a private guided visit to the birthplace of Alexander the Great, ancient Pella archaeological site and its new excellent museum.
    Pella was the second ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, known as the birthplace of Alexander the Great.
    We will see the unique ancient mosaic pebble floors in the rich mansions and in the archaeological museum together with many other valuable finds of the area.
  2. Archaeological Museum of Pella
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    All the important finds of the Pella area, including pottery, jewelry, mosaics, coins, are to be seen in this excellent new museum
  3. Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    We then continue to the first ancient capital of the Macedonian kingdom, Aigai, nowadays called Vergina. We'll see the tomb of king Philip II (father of Alexander the Great) and the tomb of the Prince and the exhibition housing their gold and silver royal treasures.
    The most important archaeological discovery of Greece in the 20th century.
    Go underground to admire the treasures of gold, silver and ivory hidden in Great Tumulus.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Upper part of Aristotle Square, in front of the marble Venizelos statue or from any central hotel and apartment meeting point for pick up

End point

Upper part of Aristotle Square, in front of the marble Venizelos statue or from any central hotel and apartment meeting point for pick up

Pickup details

Pick up can be arranged from any city hotel or appartment in Thessaloniki for private tours by taxi, limo or van. No transportation is included in the guiding fee shown.
If you stay outdside the city, then an extra charge is added, depending on the distance, tolls, time needed.
Further contact with the guide via the portal messenger system about the extra transportation cost is required before the booking is confirmed.
Pick-up, all transportation done during the tour and drop-off is not included in the tour's price and is agreed upon request.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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