Stay In Athens and visit NAFPLION-Mycenae-Epidaurus
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Mycenae, controlling both the land and sea routes, was the kingdom of mythic Agamemnon. Myths related to history have inspired poets and writers over the centuries from Homer and the Greek tragedies of the classical period to contemporary literary and artistic creations. The site was uncovered in 1874 by Heinrich Schlieman, who also excavated the site of Troy. You enter the citadel through the famous Lions’ Gate.
NAFPLION is one of the most beautiful town in Greece. Modern architecture hasn’t spoiled the old town of Nafplion, which is a feast for the eye. It was the capital of the Greek state in 1830. Here, is the first residential place for the young Bavarian Prince, Otto, the first king of the new country after the revolution against the Turks. The old town is beautiful, with old mansions and paved roads. The town’s fortresses, the Palamidi and the Acronafplia, played a key role during the war of independence. The Venetian influence is everywhere.
APR-OCT, on Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat the tour STOPS in NAFPLION for lunch. Take the tour without lunch and spend the lunch break, exploring the old town of Nafplion.
The priests of the sanctuary of god Asclepius were excellent surgeons. The administration of the sanctuary decided to build a theatre on the ground of the sanctuary, to entertain the patients. Today, next to the sanctuary of Asclepius, there is a small museum, displaying the instruments and tools used by the priests to perform brain operations.
Time | Tour Plan | Services |
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07:30 | Start the pick up from the hotels | Departure from the terminal at 08.30 |
10:00 | Arrival at Corinth canal | 20 min. short stop |
11:15 | Arrival in ancient Mycenae | Visit ancient site + museum |
13:00 | Drive on to "Venetian" Nafplion | Stop at Nafplion for lunch. |
16:00 | Arrival at the site of Epidaurus | Visit the museum + the theater |
19:00 | Arrival at the terminal in Athens | Drop off at your hotel by 19:30 |
HOW TO BOOK a tour | PAY ONLINE | Send your message to: bookings@astoriatravel.gr
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