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Nafplion - Olympia (Three days tour)
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Corinth, Mycenae, Epidavros,
Nafplion (overnight),
Andritsena, Olympia (overnight), Site & Museums
Attention: Cruise ship
passengers arriving in Katakolon of Peloponnese, 30km NW of
Ancient Olympia, could have a day private tour proxy 5 to 8 hours.
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1st day: Greece private tour drives westwards towards along the
scenic coast , until we reach the
Corinth
canal with its breathtaking views (short stop).
Shortly after we arrive at the Ancient town
of
Corinth. Back in ancient times Corinth was one of the
three major powers in Greece, and took part in
all the battles against the Persians. It was from
one of the richest cities and this is quite
evident by its remains, including the huge Agora
(market place) and Apollo's Temple 6th c . B .C.)
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Visit Nemea (41 km. from Corinthos) is close to the limits
of the state of Argolida. This municipality is surrounded by
an abundance of grapevines, which have given Nemea fame for
the good wine they produce. Even in ancient times Nemea was
renowned as being the place in Greek Mythology where
Hercules killed the fearful lion. In the ancient site of
Nemea the most notable building is the temple of
Zeus ( 40c BC), The archaeological digs (which are still
going on ) have brought to light baths and arenas, a stadium
and foundations of other buildings.
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Then drive on to
Mycenae, the Homeric city of the Atreides,
the city " rich in gold " of the ancient poets.
Visit the Lions
Gate, the Cyclopean Walls, the famous Royal Tombs of King
Agamemnon e.t.c.
Depart for ancient Tiryns, (Set on a bluff in the centre of a plain, the
fortress of
Tyrins is a Cyclopean structure dating from the 13c
BC, a well preserved masterpiece of ancient military architecture.)
You can view our portfolio
of photos at
http://www.panoramio.com/user/45649/tags/Mycenae
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Continue for
Nafplion (first
capital city of Greece in modern time - time for shopping if you
wish) through the fertile plain of Argolis, the picturesque town
nestling at the foot of a cliff crowned by the mighty ramparts
of the Palamidi Fortress. Overnight in Nafplion
You can view our portfolio
of photos at
http://www.panoramio.com/user/45649/tags/Nafplion
2nd day:
After
breakfast on the beautiful veranda with the best view over the
city, visit and explore the castle of Palamidi.
Depart before noon, through Central Peloponnese, the mount of Parnon and the cities of Tripoli, Megalopolis and Andritsaina
arrive late the evening in
Olympia.
Overnight in Olympia (Hotel with a
swimming pool)
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3rd day: After breakfast
visit the museum of Olympia. The ruins of
Olympia in the idyllic Alfios Valley testify to the grandeur of the ancient sanctuary
which through the Olympic Games was a symbol of Greek unity -
the cradle of the
Olympic Games. Visit the Archaeological Site, the Sanctuary of the
Olympian Zeus...
Olympia Ruins: Summer, daily 8a.m to 7p.m Winter Mondays to
Fridays 8a.m to 5p.m Weekends 8.30a.m to 3p.m Entrance fee 6
Euro or 9 Euro with the museum . Museum: Summer, daily 8a.m
(Mondays 12 noon) to 7p.m Winter, Mondays to Fridays 8a.m
(Mondays 11a.m) to 5p.m Weekends 8.30a.m to 3p.m .
Time for Shopping:
http://hellenic-art.tripod.com/
Departure at noon, drive on through the plains of Elias
and Achaia, via Patras drive by the scenic coast
of Corinthian Gulf. Return in Athens in
the evening.
All the information & photos on this website is updated
continuously.
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DEPARTURE |
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HIGHLIGHTS |
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Daily:
Three day tour
Olympia site:
Daily, 8a.m to 7p.m (winter 5p.m). Entrance fee
9
Euro, including the museum.
Nemea site and Mycenae site:
Daily in summer, 8a.m to 7p.m (winter to 3p.m)
Epidavros
site: 8a.m to 7p.m (winter to 5p.m)
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Corinth
Canal
-
Ancient Corinth
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Nemea -
Lion Gate of
Mycenae
- Tomb of
Agamemnon
-
Nafplion
- Ancient theatre of
Epidavros -
Olympia
Closed on Holidays:
January 1st., March
25th, May 1st, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. On
Good Friday, the sites are open 12.00- 17.00. |
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