3-day Best Of Classical Greece: Corinth-mycenae-nafplio-epidaurus-olympia-delphi

Day 1

1. 1

   Corinth Canal

   A quick stop for photos of the canal. The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island.

   15 min
2. 2

   Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)

   OPTIONAL: Ancient Corinth was inhabited in the Neolithic period (6500-3250 BC) but the big prosperity begins in the 8th century. Corinth was a city-state on the Isthmus (canal) of Corinth, the narrow stretch of land that joins the Peloponnese to the mainland of Greece, roughly halfway between Athens and Sparta.

   60 minAdmission not included
3. 3

   Archaeological Site Mycenae

   Mycenae is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of King Agamemnon and the Mycenean civilization with some of Greece’s most famous ancient ruins. Wander around the archaeological site and accompanying museum.

   90 minAdmission not included
4. 4

   Nafplio

   Nafplio town, the first capital of Greece, is famous for its historic architecture. One of the most beautiful towns in the area of Argolis (Eastern Peloponnese) as well as one of the most romantic cities all over Greece.

   120 min
5. 5

   The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus

   Epidaurus, another Unesco World Heritage Site, is home to an ancient, beautifully preserved theater. The oldest theater with amazing acoustics.

   60 minAdmission not included
6. 6

   Palamidi Castle

   Walk through the Venetian castle and then (optionally) down the 999 steps which take you to the old town of Nafplio enjoying amazing views!

   45 minAdmission not included
7. 7

   Stop 7

   OPTIONAL: Enjoy an evening out to explore and dine at Nafplio port and Old Town. This is a free ride to drop you off and pick you up from Nafplio to your hotel.

   120 min

Day 2

1. 8

   Archaeological Site of Olympia

   Olympia hosted the original Olympic Games, founded in the 8th century B.C. Its extensive ruins include athletic training areas, a stadium, and temples dedicated to the gods Hera and Zeus.

   90 minAdmission not included
2. 9

   Archaeological Museum of Olympia

   You will also visit the world-famous Olympia museum and get the chance to see some unbelievable sculptures such as the sculpted decoration of the marble temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the famous Hermes carved by the ancient Greek sculptor Praxiteles.

   45 minAdmission not included
3. 10

   Charilaos Trikoupis Rio-Antirrio Bridge

   We cross the biggest suspended bridge in the world (Rion Bridge) to quickly make a coffee stop at Nafpaktos. A beautiful seaside small town, where we will have the option to stress our legs next to the water and the Venetian Castle, before arriving to Delphi.

   60 min
4. 11

   Galaxidi

   The most beautiful coastline town near Delphi.

   30 min
5. 12

   Delphi

   Arrive at Delphi and overnight at a great location away from the tourist traps of the area and perfect to enjoy a lovely evening. Still, ready for exploring Delphi the next morning after a great breakfast!

   15 min

Day 3

1. 13

   Delphi

   The pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, where the oracle of Apollo spoke, was the site of the omphalos, the 'navel of the world'. Blending harmoniously with the superb landscape and charged with sacred meaning, Delphi in the 6th century B.C. was indeed the religious centre and symbol of unity of the ancient Greek world.

   90 min
2. 14

   Delphi Archaeological Museum

   The Archaeological Museum of Delphi, one of the most important in Greece, exhibits the history of the Delphic sanctuary, the site of the most famous ancient Greek oracle. Its rich collections are comprised primarily of architectural sculptures, statues, and minor objects donated to the sanctuary. The famous Charioteer belonged to a statuary complex of a chariot run by four horses and included a second male figure. The Sphinx of the Naxians, dated to 560 BC, comprises one of the earliest representations in art of the demonic creature with a lion's body, bird's wings and a woman's head.

   45 minAdmission not included
3. 15

   Stop 15

   This is the site that 95% of visitors and tour agencies skip! At the same time, it is the first photo that you will always see if you google "Delphi". Not to miss!

   30 minAdmission not included
4. 16

   Arachova

   Arachova Village is a favorite destination for passionate ski lovers and celebrities or just first-time visitors who wish to relax in a dreamy mountainous setting. A breathtaking mountainous landscape ideal to stop for pictures and lunch!

   15 min
5. 17

   Monastery of Hosios Loukas

   Hosios Loukas is a historic walled monastery situated near the town of Distomo, in Boeotia, Greece. It is one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine architecture and art, and has been listed on UNESCO's World Heritage Sites

   60 minAdmission not included
6. 18

   Herakleidon Museum

   Back to Athens and drop off right at your hotel.

   120 min