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Follow in the footsteps of St. Paul, who spent time living in Corinth and wrote two letters to the Corinthians, on this private tour of biblical Corinth and the Corinth Canal, with pickup and drop-off from Athens or Corinth. See the marketplace where St. Paul addressed the Corinthians from the podium, visit a church with a mosaic depicting his conversion, and stop at Kechries where Paul had his hair shorn.

Explore Corinth by chauffeured car with this convenient tour though the region’s ancient monuments. Visit the Canal of Corinth, the Acrocorinth castle, Ancient Diolkos, and other significant sites in a comfortable, modern, climate-controlled vehicle equipped with WiFi and digital TV. Avoid the stress and hassle of renting a car and let a professional, licensed, non-smoking driver shuttle you from site to site with sufficient time to explore at each stop.

Combine sightseeing and sea kayaking with this tour in Epidavros. Explore top landmarks including the Small Ancient Theatre of Epidavros and the Ancient Sunken City, also known as Argolida’s Lost Atlantis. Next, discover the area’s beautiful coastline and wilderness with a scenic paddle to a quiet beach. Swim, snorkel, and sunbathe before the return paddle. A traditional Greek lunch is included.

The one-time capital of Greece, Nafplio is a charming port town in the Peloponnese. On this tour, even less experienced paddlers can get active out in the calm waters of the Argolic Gulf. Enjoy views of the town’s three fortresses—Akronafplia, Palamidi, and Bourtzi—and take a break from paddling at scenic snorkeling and swimming spots.

Explore the ancient seaside city of Nafplio with a fun and affordable hop-on, hop-off bus pass. Choose your departure time—buses run from 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.—and travel at your convenience while enjoying a narrated, multilingual audio tour. Check out the Acronauplia, a section of the city from pre-classical times, the Venetian-built fortress of Palamidi, and other landmarks at your own pace.

Nafplion is one of Greece’s most romantic cities. Join a small group and enjoy a leisurely walk through the city, exploring the alleyways and ancient structures. See where the first rule of Greece was assassinated, admire the Venetian and neoclassical architecture, walk uphill to the Acropolis, and more in just a few hours.

Get to know the best of Nafplio on a 2-hour walking tour of the city led by a local guide. As you stroll between the sights, hear fun facts and history about the city, including how it served as the first capital of Greece. Stop for photos of the prettiest landmarks such as the Old Mosque, Vouleftikon and harbor island fortress of Mpourtzi. Meander along picturesque lanes and stepped streets; pass handsome neoclassical mansions and flower-filled balconies; and discover examples of the city’s Frankish, Venetian and Ottoman periods.

Explore the ancient wonders of Mycenae and Epidaurus on a 6-hour tour with a local guide. Departing from Nafplio, wind through the picturesque scenery of the Argolis region to Mycenae, home to the UNESCO-protected hilltop ruins of a city dating from the 2nd millennium BC. After seeing highlights including the Lion’s Gate and vaulted tombs, journey to Epidaurus, a sacred ancient Greek center of healing. Here, admire the incredible theater, built in the 4th century BC as part of the healing center of Asklepios, before your return to Nafplio.

Combine kayaking with history, culture, and gastronomy during this half-day adventure in Epidaurus. Set out from Yialasi Beach and paddle west toward the Sunken City, also known as Argolida’s Lost Atlantis. Swim and snorkel among the ancient ruins. Continue on to see the Little Theatre of Epidaurus, once host to religious and political celebrations. Complete the tour with a visit to Athina EcoFarm for a relaxing meal made of local, organic products.

Get more out of your time in Corinth by going on an action-packed private excursion. A benefit of a private tour is that you can choose your departure time, and you won’t have to wait around for other travelers. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi en route, and stop off at remote sites that would be hard-to-reach by public transport. Highlights include Corinth Canal, Loutraki, St. Patapios Monastery, the Heraion of Perachora, and Blue Lake.

Visit four of the Peloponnese’s historical highlights on this private, full-day tour from Nafplio. Travel deep into the Peloponnese, one of the crucibles of ancient Greek history and mythology, in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Explore UNESCO-listed Mycenae, a hilltop city from the 2nd millennium BC. See the Lion’s Gate and other highlights, and then view the Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth, a crumbled Greco-Roman city. Lastly, take in the ruins of Epidaurus, an ancient healing center notable for the UNESCO-listed Sanctuary of Asklepios and a spectacular classical theatre.

Active travelers who want to get away from the busiest tourist sites will enjoy this half-day kayaking tour to some remote islands from Tolo. As well as being naturally beautiful, some of these islands are of historic and archeological significance. Look out for rare birds, check out the medieval fort on Romvi Island, and stop for lunch and snorkeling on a quiet beach.

Explore Greece beyond Nafplion with a small-group sightseeing tour focused on history and archaeology. Begin with a visit to the archaeological site at Mycenae and learn about the mythical kingdom of Agamemnon. Continue on to see the Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth with the Temple of Apollo. Finish with a visit to Ancient Epidaurus including its theater, a popular archaeological monument.

This combination tour offers three ways to experience what Nafplio has to offer. Bike, sightsee, and taste your way around the city while stopping at many points of interest along the way. Highlights include visiting a byzantine monastery and stopping for local organic food tastings—the tour also stops for beach time, depending on the season. Bikes, helmets, and all tastings are included.

Mix Greek wine, mythology, and history on a tour to Nemea from Nafplio. Travel to picturesque Nemea, the Peloponnese’s major wine-growing region, with a local guide. Learn how the mythical Hercules killed a lion here as one of his 12 tasks, and explore ancient Nemea; the site of the Nemean Games between the 6th and 2nd centuries BC. See the ruins of the Stadium of Nemea and continue to two wineries. Discover the winemaking process and taste some top-notch Nemean wines such as Agiorgitiko reds and whites.

Our day begins by meeting with you and traveling towards the area of Nemea, where we begin our tour at the ancient stadium of Nemea, built in the 4th century BC, next to the temple of Zeus. Next, we will visit two award-winning wineries in the area, where we will learn about the vintage process, the wine-making stages and see the way wine is produced. We will share with you all the secrets of wine, through tasting some of the various local varieties. Our tour ends with a return trip to our pick up destination.

Eat and sightsee your way around old Nafplio on this 3-hour food walking tour, led by a local guide. Stroll the charming streets past neoclassical mansions and Venetian balconies, and call at several food stops to sample enticing culinary treats. Snack on pungent cheeses and sausages; sip delicious wine, and savor aromatic Greek coffee and fruity ice cream as you learn the traditions behind them. Along the way, view top Nafplio landmarks such as Syntagma Square and Mpourtzi fortress, and listen as your guide shares their history and secrets.

Starting our trip from Nafplion, our first stop is the archaeological site of Mycenae. We will travel to the mythical Kingdom of Agamemnon, where one of the most brilliant cultures of Greek prehistory, the Mycenaean civilization, developed. We will then head to the Lions Gate, the monumental entrance of the palaces. Next, we will see the Cyclopean walls around the Acropolis, and the tholos tombs of Atreus and Clytemnestra’s, which are all must-see attractions for lovers of the ancient world. We continue the tour to ancient Epidaurus, where we explore the ancient theatre of one of the most famous archaeological monuments in Greece. We will also visit the Asclepieion of Epidaurus, which was the centre of healing serious diseases for the whole of ancient Greece. Many monuments developed around it, most notably the temple of Asklepios, Tholos and others.

Step back in time on a tour showcasing the ancient Greek sights of Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Nafplio. Because it’s a private tour, you’ll have plenty of time to explore highlights like the Venetian fortress of Palamidi and the ancient theater of Epidaurus. Included lunch, round-trip transportation from your Nafplio hotel or the cruise port, and a choice of departure times add extra value.

This whistlestop adventure from Corinth is perfect for independent travelers who’d like the luxury of private transport between attractions. Take the stress out of navigating public transport by having private taxi pickup, drop-off, and transfers included. You’ll travel with ease between dispersed sights, with air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. Attractions you’ll visit include the Ancient Epidaurus Theater, the Archaeological Museum of Epidaurus, and the Canal of Corinth.

Alternative, efficient and an eco friendly way to explore more of the old town of Nafplio! The town was the capital of the First Hellenic Republic and of the Kingdom of Greece, from the start of the Greek Revolution in 1821 until 1834. Nafplio is now the capital of the regional unit of Argolis. Distance up to 40 km per day! All rentals include security equipment, lock, front and back light. Discover the roots with the free map!

We’ll get on the car and first drive to the famous Corinth Canal. I will give you information about its history and take a lot of photos. Second stop will be the ancient Theater of Epidaurus. This construction is known to be the most perfect sample of an ancient theater in Greece and one of the most amazing ones in the world, from a symmetry and perfect acoustics point of view. we will do an acoustic experiment and explain the connection of theater to medical science in the ancient years. Next stop will be the picturesque and seaside city of Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece. We will explore together the old city and discover its hidden beauties, talking at the same time about its history. We will see the historic buildings, the squares and Palamidi, the castle above the city. Then there is the possibility of lunch in the old town. Finally we will visit the archaeological site of Mycenae where we will admire the tombs of the Kings, the great Walls and the museum.

The virtual tour consists of audio narration,real images,satellite and street views of the monument and its surroundings. In most points of interest you can move forward and backwards, turn towards any direction and see what you would really see as if you were there. In that sense, a virtual tour resembles a remote visit from wherever you are. Learn important historical facts, discover unknown stories and listen to interesting tales of ancient times and amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly and anytime. This is an unmissable opportunity to experience the glory of Classical Athens and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.

Take to two wheels to explore Nafplio and the surrounding Argolis region on this 2.5-hour bike tour. Hop on a pushbike and cruise the streets of old Nafplio to see tucked-away sights and landmarks. Then, follow your guide along coastal paths, wooded trails, and golden beaches. If you’re feeling more energetic, let your guide know and cycle around olive groves, forests and hills to discover historical sites many visitors never see. Includes use of a bike and cycle helmet, and the flexibility to customize the itinerary around your personal interests.