9-Hour Corinth, Nemea and Nafplio Tour with Wine Tasting
About This Tour
Explore Greece where history meets nature on a full-day journey from Athens through Corinth, Nemea, and Nafplio. Cross the Corinth Canal, discover Ancient Corin...
Duration: 9 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Yes · Cities: Athens, Corinth, Nafplio, Nemea · Languages: English
Know before you go: The duration of tours is approximate; the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.; The tour will start at 8:00 a.m.
About Nafplio
Nafplio
In the shadow of the striking Palamidi Fortress, Nafplio boasts a real Greek charm and energy between its boat jetties and harbors. Uncover its farmers’ markets and Byzantine treasures with a local guide.
What's Included
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history [not licensed to accompany you on any site.]
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Bottled water
Not Included
- Entrance fees [14 € for over 6 years old for Non-EU and for EU citizens]
- Licensed tour guide upon request depending on availability (additional cost - 330 €)
- Wine tasting (about 15 € per person)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (additional cost)
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Corinth, Nemea Wine Tasting, and Scenic Nafplio
Meet your professional driver and begin the tour with a drive along the coast. On the way, you will see Greek seaside villages and the island of Salamis, where the historic naval battle between the Athenians and the Persians took place. Your first stop is the Corinth Canal, where you will have time to walk across a pedestrian bridge and admire the canal up close. On some days, bungee jumping is also an option. Continue to Corinth, dominated by the hill of Acrocorinth and the oldest and largest castle in southern Greece. The site at the foot of the hill includes the Roman Agora, the Temple of Apollo, and a small museum.Ancient Corinth is also one of Greece's most popular religious destinations, as this was where the Apostle Paul preached Christianity and established the best-organized Christian church of that period. Ancient Corinth is also one of Greece's most popular religious destinations, as this was where the Apostle Paul preached Christianity and established the best-organized Christian church of that period. Your next stop is Nemea, where you will visit the ancient Greek stadium and the Temple of Zeus. After visiting the site, head to one of the Nemean wineries. There, you will enjoy a short tour of the vineyards and storage barrels, learn about the wine-making procedure, and taste some of the winery's best varieties while taking in the view of the Nemean Valley. Lastly, visit the city of Nafplio, considered the most scenic city in Greece. It offers an outstanding combination of fortresses and castles, including Palamidi. You will also go to Bourtzi, a prominent port that opens to the Aegean Sea. Stop for lunch at a traditional seaside tavern, then drive up to the castle of Acronafplia for a panoramic view of Nafplio. Drive back to your accommodation in Athens.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Your hotel in Athens · Tour start: Athens, Greece — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
