Take a day trip from Athens to explore the remains of ancient Mycenae, a major center of Greek civilization from 1600 to 1100 B.C. Visit the small village of Epidaurus, famous for its impressive Hellenic theater, with a stop at Nauplia on the way.

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Duration 10 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English, Spanish
Pickup included: Free pickup service at the majority of central Athens hotels is offered and takes place approximately 1 hour before the tour departure time. Please note that you should contact Key Tours for the exact pickup points and time.
Private or small groups available

Highlights

Explore the ancient ruins of Mycenae, the setting for the works of Homer
Marvel at the engineering wonder of the Corinth Canal
Learn about the pottery techniques of the ancient Greeks
Visit the ancient theater in Epidaurus, still in use today

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During the late Bronze Age, the city of Mycenae played an important role in ancient Greece. This full-day trip from Athens provides the opportunity for you to explore this treasure of the ancient world. Traveling by air-conditioned bus, you’ll make a brief stop at the Corinth Canal, a 3.9-mile engineering wonder connecting the Gulf of Corinth with the Aegean Sea. Mycenae is the historical setting for much of ancient Greek literature, including the works of the poet Homer. Tour the archeological site, home to the Lionesses Gate and the tomb of King Agamemnon. Before lunch you have the option of visiting a pottery factory to see the techniques that were used by ancient Greeks to create their beautiful vases and earthenware. After a relaxing lunch you’ll continue on the drive, making a short stop in Nauplia, the first capital of modern Greece and home to the fortress of Palamidi. The final stop of the tour is the city of Epidaurus, home to the World Heritage-listed ancient theater and believed by ancient Greeks to be the birthplace of Apollo’s son Asklepios. The theater at Epidaurus is perhaps the best-preserved theater of ancient Greece and is still used today because of its amazing acoustics.

Includes

Admission to the Mycenae archaeological site, Tomb of Agamemnon, and Epidaurus Theater
Professional guide
Transfers by new and luxurious air-conditioned, non-smoking bus
Short stop in Nauplia
Free Wi-Fi on the bus
3-course lunch (if option is selected)

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Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

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All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

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You are required to bring and wear a mask

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Please note, this tour may be conducted by a bilingual guide on some occasions

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Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 261 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.6/5
Transportation
4.6/5
Value for money
4.2/5
Safety
4.7/5

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Let me start this way: the beginning wasn't promising: instead of arranging a pick up for us, as advertised, we were told to walk to the main office place- about 30 min away. I had to demand the pick before my group finally got it. Next, instead of being in a nice bus with wifi, as advertised, we got a tiny minibus, no wifi. However, once the trip started, mostly thanks to our guide, Stevee, it was a really great experience. She was very informative, funny, kept telling us stories, and kept us really interested while walking and visiting the sites. Lunch- very good! The restaurant was in perfect location. Overall, I would recommend the experience!

August 24, 2021

This tour exceeded my expectations. Its a long day for sure (due my early 725 pickup and 630 dropoff), but tour guide Dimitri made it interesting the entire journey. Dimitri went over and beyond and did a fabulous job. This young man has degrees in History and Archeology and he knows his stuff. He made the history come alive, and told the story and greek hiatory timeline in a way that anyone ( history buff or not), could understand. Congratulations for Dimitri, he gets 10 out of 10. Thank You.

July 18, 2021

The tour was absolutely lovely and Anastasia was a fantastic guide! She knew basically everything. I personally didn't choose the lunch option as Nafplio is such a nice village and I didn't want to miss out on this. A lovely ice-cream and a fresh lemonade did a good job in the Greek heat as well.

August 12, 2020

Mycenae and Epidaurus: Full-Day Tour from Athens

Mycenae and Epidaurus: Full-Day Tour from Athens

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