Mycenae and Nafplion day tour

This private tour to Mycenae and Nafplion is designed for those who want to explore the ancient Mycenaic civilization but at the same time the modern history. The tour guides you to Corinth canal, the Myceane site and museum but in parallel the first capital of modern Greece, Nafplion.                  
 

 

Description

We start our tour, driving on the Athens - Corinth National Road, having on our left the Saronic Gulf and the island of Salamis, where in 480 BC the famous battle of Salamis took place.

After about an hour, we make our first stop at the Corinth Canal. There, we will admire and take pictures of the magnificent Canal, which connects the Saronic with the Corinthian Gulf.

Continuing our tour, and after a drive through small villages and olive and grape crops, we reach the Ancient city of Mycenae.

The city of Mycenae was the kingdom of the legendary King Agamemnon, whom Homer has praised. Mycenae is famous for its Mycenaean civilization, which lasted from 1,600 to 1,100 BC. At the Acropolis of Mycenae, you will admire the Cyclopean Walls and cross the impressive Lion Gate. The museum is situated at same location.

A little further, the tomb of Agamemnon, stand impressive majestic, which is nothing less than this great King deserved.

We will continue our Myceane and Nafplion tour heading towards the city of Nafplion.

Nafplio is the capital of the Argolis prefecture. In the 19th century, it was the first capital of Greece (from 1828 to 1834), after the liberation of the country from Ottoman rule. The old city has been given the status of a “traditional settlement” by the Greek state. It is full of historic buildings and ideal for walks through its narrow, picturesque alleys. At Nafplio, you will dine and have the time to walk the narrow streets, admiring the historic picturesque buildings and the small water castle of Bourtzi, in the middle of the harbor. Then, you will visit the historic Palamidi fortress.

The fortress located just above the town, dominates the area. This is an amazing fortress that was fortified by the Venetians from 1686 to 1715 and has been kept in immaculate condition, giving all visitors a sense of awe. It is a Venetian monument, which is kept in excellent condition. You will explore the fortress with its numerous turrets and enjoy the breathtaking view, taking many pictures.

Satisfied and happy, we leave Nafplio behind us and we go back to the place from which we started our tour.

Duration 9 hours