From Athens: Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplion Full-Day Tour

Duration10h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Dutch, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 42 travelers

Overview

Embark on a full-day guided tour from Athens to the historic Nafplio region and beyond. Explore the ancient city of Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its Lion Gate, Cyclopean walls, and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Visit the iconic Epidaurus Theater, celebrated for its extraordinary acoustics and rich cultural history. Enjoy a stop in Nafplio, one of Greece’s most beautiful towns, known for its romantic atmosphere, Venetian architecture, and scenic charm. This tour offers a perfect mix of archaeological wonders, cultural exploration, and breathtaking landscapes before returning to Athens.

Options

Tour Without Lunch

Entrance Fee Included: Entrance to Archaeological site of Mycenae
Lunch Not Included
Tour language: Guide is English speaker. Other non-English languages are offered using an Audio guide (multiple languages available)

Tour Including Lunch

Entrance Fee Included: Entrance to the Archaeological site of Mycenae
3-course lunch included
Tour language: Guide is English speaker. Other non-English languages are offered using an Audio guide (multiple languages available)

Tour without Tickets or Lunch

Entrance fee Not Included to: Epidaurus Theater & Mycenae Archaeological Site
Lunch Not Included
Tour language: Guide is English speaker. Other non-English languages are offered using an Audio guide (multiple languages available)

Tour in Spanish

Entrance fee included: Archaeological site of Mycenae
Lunch not included
Tour language: Guide is Spanish speaker. Other languages are offered using an Audio guide (multiple languages available)

What's included

Admission to Mycenae, the Tomb of Agamemnon (if selected)
Walking tour in Nafplio
Other non-English languages are offered using an Audio guide (multiple languages available)
Optional traditional lunch in the charming town of Nafplion.
Headsets to hear the guide better
Guided tour inside archaeological site and museum (if option selected)
Professional English-speaking tour guide for detailed insights and storytelling.
Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned bus with onboard Wi-Fi

Pickup service
Entrance to Epidaurus Theater
Headphones for the Audio guide
Entrance to Mycenae Archaeological Site (unless option selected)

What to expect

Corinth Canal
20m

Depart from our terminal for one day tour via the coastal National highway for the Corinth canal (short stop).
Archaeological Site Mycenae
1h 20m · Admission ticket included

After the Corinth Canal, you enter the region of Argolis, land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Dating back to the second century B.C., Mycenae was one of the major centers of Greek civilization and a military stronghold which dominated much of southern Greece . Visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. You will see the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs, including Agamemnon Clytemnestra's, and the Treasury of Atreus, a magnificent 14th-century B.C. structure. In Mycenae you will have the chance for an optional stop in a pottery factory.
Nafplio
1h 15m

Then, proceed to Nafplio the first capital of modern Greece, a town steeped in history and charm. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the old town and then have free time to stroll through the town at your own pace, exploring its picturesque streets, elegant neoclassical buildings, and vibrant squares. Take in the views of Bourtzi, the iconic fortified islet in the port, before having lunch at a traditional restaurant.
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
1h 20m · Admission ticket not included

Continue to Epidaurus and visit the ancient theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo's son Asklepios, the healer and was the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics. Alternatively, you can take a peaceful stroll through the small forest next to the theater or unwind with a coffee or tea, enjoying the sounds of nature. The day tour returns to Athens in the late afternoon.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our office is located 3 min walk from Acropolis metro station, beside Royal Olympic hotel. We offer free pick up service from selected Athens centrally located hotels.
Please call +302109233166 at least 24 hours before your travel date in order to confirm your pick up time.

End point

Our office is located 3 min walk from Acropolis metro station, beside Royal Olympic hotel. We offer free pick up service from selected Athens centrally located hotels.
Please call +302109233166 at least 24 hours before your travel date in order to confirm your pick up time.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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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