Mycenae, Epidaurus & Nafplio Day Trip w/ Audio Guide



Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient Mycenae. Admire the most famous ancient theater of Epidaurus and add a modern element to your day with a short stop to the coastal city of Nafplio.

Highlights

  • Take photos from the Isthmus of Corinth
  • Explore the Kingdom of Agamemnon and marvel at the Mask
  • Step on the ancient theatre of Epidaurus
  • Visit the coastal city of Nafplio
  • Beat the traffic & city chaos: Save time and travel smart from our meeting point

Description

Start your day the smart way from our eco-friendly meeting point at Halandri Metro Station. Just 18 minutes from central Athens by metro, it’s the ideal launch point to avoid city traffic and hotel pick-up delays. In just 10 minutes, the bus joins the highway—giving you a head start over other tours. You’ll arrive first at rest stops, first at the destination, and even skip the lines for tickets. With more time to explore and less time on the road, your day trip becomes more relaxed, more enjoyable, and more sustainable. Depart Athens with your friendly guide (archaeologist) by bus from the Halandri Metro station and reach the ancient city of Mycenae. Let the Cyclopean walls take your breath, and learn about the mysterious origins of this fantastic structure. Mycenae is considered the greatest and richest kingdom of the later Bronze Age around 1350 B.C. Walk around the archaeological park, pass through the great Lionesses Gate, explore the Ancient Treasure of Atreus also known as King’s Agamemnon Tomb as well as the Tomb of Clytemnestra. Admire the Palace and the Gold Mask of Agamemnon. After Mycenae enjoy a traditional Greek lunch in the beautiful seaside city of Nafplio. Naflpio used to be the capital of Greece before Athens and its architecture has Venetian, Byzantine, Ottoman and, Modern Greek influences. Admire the main attractions like the Castle of Bourtzi, the Acronauplia and the Castle of Palamidi built on the top of the hill as well as the various picturesque squares in the city center. Finish your day with a visit to the ancient theater of Epidaurus. This site is well known as the theater with the greatest acoustics and still hosts the Festival of Epidaurus every summer.

Includes

Comfortable roundtrip transportation in a modern, air-conditioned bus Expert archaeologist trip attendant sharing fascinating insights Exclusive audio guide app for an enriched experience Free Wi-Fi on board to stay connected and share your journey Basic travel insurance for a worry-free experience

Important Information

  • Total admission to Mycenae (site & museum) and Ancient Epidaurus: €40 Please note: We depart from Halandri Metro Station, an eco-smart meeting point just outside the city center. By meeting here, you’ll avoid traffic delays, hotel pick-up confusion, and get quicker access to the highway. You’ll be among the first to arrive at the destination, with up to 1 hour more exploration time than standard tours. It’s also a greener choice, helping reduce emissions and supporting sustainable travel in Athens.

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