Private Mycenae, Anc Nemea & Nemean Winery Experience from Athens
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During this tour we will visit the archaeological site of Mycenae, you will see the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs and the Treasury of Atreus (Tomb of Agamemnon). Combining mythology, ancient temples, an ancient stadium and an incredible museum, Nemea is not to be missed. Live a unique experience tasting wines in some of the most well known Greek wineries reminding you of the Napa valley of California. Treat yourself to an authentic “village style” lunch on a magnificent terrace overlooking ancient Corinth’s archaeological site and the temple of Apollo. The Best Wineries to visit: Palivou Estate Lafazanis Winery Gaia Winery Lafkioti Winery Papaioannou Estate Themeli Winery8 hours
Private Tour
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Skip-the-line ticket service (on-request)
Transportation amenities : On-board WiFi. WiFi on board
Professional Tour Drivers with in-depth knowledge of Greek history
Fully Private Tour
Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off service
Transportation by private first class vehicle
Bottled water
Entrance fees to the sites
Food and drinks
Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
Tips & Gratuities
Licensed tour guide to accompany guests into the site and museum (additional cost on request)
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Locations in the itinerary
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Athens
Athens, GreecePickup from your chosen Hotel, Airbnb or apartment in Athens10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Corinth Canal
Isthmia, Greece, 201 00Visit the Isthmus Canal, the gateway to the Peloponnesus. One of the most important projects of the 19th century, an Austrian Hungarian engineering masterpiece, playing a catalytic role for Mediterranean trade.
Visit the Information Centre at the Isthmus canal where you are introduced to 'Mythical Peloponnese'.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Archaeological Museum of Ancient Mycenae
Mycenae, GreeceThe Mycenaean Archaeological Museum:
The most important Mycenaean artifacts from the late Bronze Age are exhibited here. You will be dazzled by the gold, grave goods, burial masks, jewellery, bronze weapons, worship idols and frescoes fragments.30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
Archaeological Site Mycenae
Mycenae, Greece, 212 00Visit Mycenae Rich in Gold! King Agamemnon's mythical kingdom sung in Homer's epics. It is the most important and richest center of the late Bronze Age.
The Lions Gate: The main entrance of the Bronze age citadel of Mycenae erected during the 13th century BC is truly breathtaking
Grave Circles A and B: Royal cemeteries situated to the south of the Lions Gate and outside the Bronze Age citadel.
The Cyclopean Walls: The main characteristic of the Mycenaean walls is that they are made of huge limestone boulders. Only the mythical Cyclopes had the strength to move the enormous boulders that made up the walls of Mycenae and Tiryns.
The Royal Palace: Consisting of domestic apartments, the Throne Room Suite, the Grand Staircase, a collection of rooms for officers or palace officials and the Forecourt.
The tomb of Klytemnistra, the wife of King Agamemnon and leader of the Greeks during the Trojan War is a Mycenaean tholos (beehive) tomb that is truly remarkable.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location5
Citadel and Treasury of Atreus
Mycenae, GreeceThe Treasury of Atreus: Also known as the tomb of Agamemnon is an elaborate large tholos or beehive tomb constructed during the late Bronze Age around 1250 BC. Truly remarkable!20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location6
Nemea
Nemea, GreeceA beautiful land of soft hills with endless vineyards and great wines.The 'California Napa Valley' of the Peloponnese is a popular day trip from Athens for every lover of antiquity. It is here where Hercules completed his first of 12 labours slaying the Nemean lion.Fewer places in Greece combine ancient Greek temples with what feels a lot like the Napa Valley of California. Nemea should be on the itinerary of every traveler to the Peloponnese.The Temple of Zeus / Jupiter: Dating around the 4th century BC, the center piece of the Macedonian building program was the temple of Nemean Zeus. Three columns of which have always stood since the time of the original construction are captivating . Zeus in Nemea is the god of shepherds reflecting the remarkable valley.
The Ancient baths: The Nemean baths are an athletic bathing house at the Panhellenic sanctuary of Nemea.
Returning to Athens we stop at Ancient Corinth for lunch
30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Ancient Nemea
Nemea, Greece, 205 00The ancient stadium at Nemea constructed around 330BC has a track of 178 metres long with a stone water channel bordering it. The seating capacity was for approximately 40 000 visitors.
1.The Apodyterium: The Apodyterium is where athletes got undressed, oiled their skin and prepared for the games. The Ancient Stadium Crypt: Over 36 m. in length and for the most part in very good condition it is the entrance tunnel that makes the Nemean games unique. It is the passage through the tunnel, clad in chiton and with bare feet that effects the transformation of the participant from a modern to an ancient. The tunnel thus plays the critical role in the accomplishment of our goal to provide an opportunity for anyone and everyone to become an ancient Greek athlete. It is here we see ancient athletes names engraved on the walls together with dedications to the goddess of Victory, ΝΊΚΗ NIKE.
The stadium track and starting grid characterized by toe grooves cut into the stone block.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location8
Ktima Palivou
Eo Sidirodromikou Stathmou Nemeas, Nemea, Greece, 20500The Wine Roads: Nemea a mythical land where Agiorgitiko wine is born.
Palivou winery: A certified organic winery, a multi generational wine making family with wines recognised amongst the best in Greece that can be found on wine lists throughout the country.
Here you can enjoy a fabulous wine tour and taste the award winning wines equal to what the ancients called 'Nectar for the Gods'1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Your personal tour driver will pick you up and return you to your hotel in Athens, meeting you at the lobby. In the case of an AirBnb apartment, he/she will contact you upon arrival so you can meet at the entrance of the building. For Airport and Port pick-up, your driver will meet you at the arrivals area holding a signboard with the guest's name.
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Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Animals or pets allowed
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketnullCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Athens time to receive 100% refund.
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