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Nafplio Tour: Explore Mycenae and Epidaurus
4.2
103 Ratings
Athina
Embark on a full-day trip from Athens to Nafplio and discover the ancient city of Mycenae, the iconic Epidaurus theater, and the charming city of Nafplio. Immerse yourself in Greek history and explore the beauty of this captivating region.
Embark on a full-day trip from Athens to Nafplio and discover the ancient city of Mycenae, the iconic Epidaurus theater, and the charming city of Nafplio. Immerse yourself in Greek history and explore the beauty of this captivating region.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Corinth Canal - Begin the journey from our terminal for a one-day tour along the coastal National Highway to the Corinth Canal (brief stop).
- Archaeological Site Mycenae - Following the Corinth Canal, enter the Argolis region, the land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Dating back to the second century B.C., Mycenae was…
- Corinth Canal - Begin the journey from our terminal for a one-day tour along the coastal National Highway to the Corinth Canal (brief stop).
- Archaeological Site Mycenae - Following the Corinth Canal, enter the Argolis region, the land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Dating back to the second century B.C., Mycenae was a significant center of Greek civilization and a military stronghold that dominated much of southern Greece. Explore the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of the legendary Agamemnon. Discover the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs, including those of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, and the Treasury of Atreus, a remarkable 14th-century B.C. structure. In Mycenae, there is an opportunity for an optional visit to a pottery factory.
- Nafplio - Next, head to Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece, a town rich in history and charm. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the old town, followed by free time to wander at your leisure, exploring its scenic streets, elegant neoclassical buildings, and lively squares. Admire the views of Bourtzi, the iconic fortified islet in the port, before dining at a traditional restaurant.
- The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus - Proceed to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed monument is believed to be the birthplace of Apollo’s son Asklepios, the healer, and was the most renowned healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is perhaps best known for its theatre, one of the best-preserved classical Greek structures, still in use today due to its exceptional acoustics. Alternatively, enjoy a tranquil walk through the small forest adjacent to the theatre or relax with a coffee or tea, savoring the sounds of nature. The day tour concludes with a return to Athens in the late afternoon.
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned bus with onboard Wi-Fi
- Professional tour guide for detailed insights and storytelling
- Guided tour inside archaeological site and museum (if option selected)
- Admission to Mycenae, the Tomb of Agamemnon, and Epidaurus Theater (if selected)
- Headsets to hear the guide better
- Optional traditional lunch in the charming town of Nafplion
- Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned bus with onboard Wi-Fi
- Professional tour guide for detailed insights and storytelling
- Guided tour inside archaeological site and museum (if option selected)
- Admission to Mycenae, the Tomb of Agamemnon, and Epidaurus Theater (if selected)
- Headsets to hear the guide better
- Optional traditional lunch in the charming town of Nafplion
What's Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks & Beverages
- Pickup service
- Admission to Epidaurus Theater
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks & Beverages
- Pickup service
- Admission to Epidaurus Theater
Additional Information
Join a comprehensive day-long guided tour from Athens to the historic region of Nafplio and its surroundings. Discover the ancient city of Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its Lion Gate, Cyclopean walls, and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Experience the renowned Epidaurus Theater, celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and rich cultural…
Join a comprehensive day-long guided tour from Athens to the historic region of Nafplio and its surroundings. Discover the ancient city of Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its Lion Gate, Cyclopean walls, and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Experience the renowned Epidaurus Theater, celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and rich cultural heritage. Take a break in Nafplio, one of Greece’s most picturesque towns, known for its romantic ambiance, Venetian architecture, and scenic beauty. This tour provides an ideal blend of archaeological marvels, cultural exploration, and stunning landscapes before heading back to Athens.
Location
Athanasiou Diakou 26
Athanasiou Diakou
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(103 Ratings)
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Lauren_g
May 27, 2025
Peloponnese Past and Present - Great combination of past and present. The Mycenae and Epidaurus sites were unique, and Napfolion was a perfect stop in between.
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44gildac
May 26, 2025
Great tour, recommended! - Very nice hike, the trip was pleasant. We visited a lot of places starting from the isthmus of Corinth, to the tomb of Agamemnon , passing through Mycenae and ending in Nafplio.
Our guide, Nicco, was very prepared and fun, it was very pleasant to spend the day with him!
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Sauda_i
May 25, 2025
A great way to visit... - A great way to visit Mycenae. The guide was very knowledgeable and explained everything succinctly. While I would have loved to have spent more time in Epidaurus, everything else went smoothly.
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Andrew_f
May 14, 2025
Straightforward day trip out of Athens - This is the most straight forward day trip tour I've taken. Drive out of the city center with traffic and first rest stop to look at a scenic dam is around 2.5 hours or maybe a bit more. The tour guide takes you into Mycenea and after around an hour, there is only a 15 min self exploration time that is really just a bit of extra walking and a quick restroom break. The lunch at Nafplion was nice. It's a seaside town with little narrow streets and a good gelato spot recommended by the guide that offered pretty good value. Just a note, if you BUY the inclusive lunch, it is a bit awkward. They seat the purchasers in groups and make everyone share the bread and starter salad. It forces some interaction but in some groups it could also cause social anxiety or awkwardness due to different languages, etc. also the included lunch is a preset menu with only 3 entree options, and when I was there the fish dish literally ran out after myself and 2 others ordered it. The ONLY benefit of the included lunch is that it is prepaid and quicker and likelier less expensive than dining elsewhere. For me, free time is important so the quicker meal was worth it. Lastly, the Epidaraus theater is the last stop and it's also 1 hour and 15 minutes. It's enough time to see it. Then it's a straight drive back to the city without a break and you end in Athens back at around 6:15 PM.
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Jacqueline_s
Apr 17, 2025
Very Interesting - Super interesting if you like to study ancient civilizations. You get to see old palaces, pretty towns, etc.
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Courtney_h
Apr 11, 2025
Fun day trip! - This was a last minute booking for us & we’re so glad we made the time! Mycenae is incredibly interesting, Nafplio is a beautiful sea side community, and Epidarus is fantastic! The Sanctuary of Asklepios is a must see. Our tour guide Stevie was so pleasant & provided great information. This is through Key tours who were organized and easy to find.
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Eric_c
Apr 10, 2025
Very informative and a... - Very informative and a relaxing pace. The check in was a little chaotic due to all tours starting at the same time at the same Athens location. Our guide presented a lot of great information and was open to all questions. Would highly recommend!
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Brian_m
Apr 8, 2025
A wonderful experience!! - Beautiful insight into ancient and contemporary Greece. Mycenae and Epidaurus were wonderful historical places to visit but Nafplio was a delight with its lovely lanes and fabulous waterfront.
Our guide was fantastic and knowledgeable!
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Larissa_s
May 18, 2025
Almost perfect... - It was a full day tour. We went to a few places, had some free time to shop and look around. What I did not like is that we did have a tour guide with us in the bus only. She would give us a little head up in the bus about the destination but would not go on site to tell in more details. She would just sit in the cafe and wait for us to return. It would be better to have her on site as well, she was sitting doing nothing anyway. In my opinion, of course. I would skip this tour if I had another chance to go.
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Sue_a
May 4, 2025
Disappointed - Paid for a ticket with ALL inclusions. Here is what we were meant to get but didn’t. Only given wifi access at 3.30pm after having to ask for it. No Whisper audio headsets were provided. No guided tours provided on sites. Only given 1hour “free time” at each site. Tour guides read very basic script (from Wikipedia?) on bus long before getting to sites!! Very ordinary meal. Guide on walking tour didn’t wait for all passengers to be present before starting commentary and had no microphone. Very difficult and stressful experience making sure we didn’t get lost or left behind. No uniform or identity to see her easily amongst many people throughout the squares and laneways. Itinerary was great but needed an extra 30mins at all sites. Very rushed all day. Never told where toilets were, had to find themselves, wasting valuable time that ate into the one hour “self tour” time !!! A very sub-standard experience compared to experience with other Greek tour companies. Very disappointed given the cost.
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