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Discover the wonders of Corinth with our Ancient Corinth, Acrocorinth and Canal Half-Day Private Tour, offering a personalized experience through the region's historic landmarks and scenery. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned Mercedes with a professional English-speaking driver who combines excellent local knowledge with attentive service, shares insights along the way, points out places of interest, and adapts the itinerary to your preferences.
Visit the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth and its Archaeological Museum, then explore the hilltop fortress of Acrocorinth for panoramic views. Discover Greek, Roman, and early Christian heritage at your own pace.
Enjoy flexible scheduling, Wi-Fi, bottled water, light refreshments, and pick-up and drop-off. Licensed guiding is available separately upon request.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Additional Pickup Information:
-Pickup at any location in Athens or Piraeus.
-Airport Pickup: Upon your arrival at Athens International Airport (El. Venizelos), please proceed to the arrivals hall. Your driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name.
-Port Pickup: Upon your arrival at the port, please proceed to the ship's exit. Your driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name.
-Hotel Pickup: For your departure, your driver will meet you in the lobby of your designated hotel or accommodation in Athens at the scheduled time. Please ensure you are ready and waiting in the lobby 15 minutes before the pickup time.
-Luggage Assistance: Your drivers will assist you with your luggage, ensuring a hassle-free experience from start to finish.
-Contact Information: For urgent assistance, please reach out to us using the contact details provided in your booking or account.
-Special Requests: If you have any special requests or needs, please let us know when booking, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
We look forward to providing you with a memorable and enjoyable tour!
Itinerary
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1Athens
Pickup from your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, Athens airport, or Piraeus port.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Corinth Canal
The Corinth Canal is one of Greece’s most remarkable engineering achievements and a landmark that impresses every visitor with its dramatic scale and strategic importance. Carved through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth, it connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea and separates mainland Greece from the Peloponnese. During your stop, enjoy panoramic views from above, take memorable photos, and learn about the canal’s historical significance, its ambitious construction, and the role it has played in shaping travel and trade in the region.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Ancient Corinth was one of the most powerful, wealthy, and influential city-states of the ancient Greek world, celebrated for its commercial strength, cultural importance, and strategic position between two seas. Walking through the archaeological site, visitors encounter the remains of a city that flourished through Greek, Roman, and early Christian times. The site is also deeply connected with Saint Paul, who lived and preached here, adding an important biblical dimension to its historical value. With its impressive ruins, layered past, and unique atmosphere, Ancient Corinth offers a fascinating glimpse into one of Greece’s most significant ancient centers.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Archaeological Museum of Corinth
Situated within the archaeological area, the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth enriches the visit by presenting a remarkable collection of artifacts discovered across the site and surrounding region. Its exhibits reveal the daily life, religious traditions, artistic achievements, and social development of Corinth over many centuries, from antiquity through the Roman era. Sculptures, mosaics, pottery, inscriptions, and architectural elements help bring the ancient city to life and provide valuable context for the ruins seen outdoors. A visit to the museum adds depth to the overall experience and allows guests to better understand the importance and sophistication of Ancient Corinth.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Acrocorinth
Rising dramatically above Ancient Corinth, Acrocorinth is one of the most impressive and historically important fortified acropolises in Greece. Its commanding hilltop position offered natural protection and made it a strategic stronghold for centuries, used by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Franks, Venetians, and Ottomans. The site combines military history, striking natural scenery, and unforgettable panoramic views over the Corinthian Gulf, the surrounding countryside, and the ancient city below. Visiting Acrocorinth offers not only a sense of the region’s defensive importance through the ages, but also the opportunity to experience one of the most majestic and atmospheric landmarks in the Peloponnese.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Athens
Drop-off at your hotel, apartment, Airbnb, Athens airport, or Piraeus port.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Special Requests: If you have any special requests or needs, please let us know when booking, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
- Our professional English-speaking drivers are experienced local professionals with excellent knowledge of Athens and Greece. They share local insights, point out places of interest, answer questions, and adapt the itinerary to your preferences. At archaeological sites and museums, your driver arranges a drop-off as close to the entrance as permitted and a convenient meeting point, allowing you to explore independently.
- For accompanied visits and in-depth historical, archaeological, or cultural interpretation, a licensed tourist guide can be arranged separately. The licensed tourist guide travels alongside your driver and accompanies you during sightseeing visits, without undertaking driving duties. Site-only and small-group guided visits are also available. After booking, Athenaos Travel & Tours can provide the available options and arrange your preferred service, subject to availability and an additional fee.
- Guests with reduced mobility: We provide assistance with boarding and exiting the vehicle. Please inform us in advance of any specific mobility requirements so that we can make the appropriate arrangements.
- Child safety seats are available upon request.
- A smartphone or tablet is required to access the PDF guide.
- Transfer Time Inclusion: For pickups outside central Athens, including Piraeus Port (approx. 20 minutes), Athens International Airport (approx. 40 minutes), or suburban areas, transfer time to and from Athens is included within the reserved tour duration and price. Extensions are subject to availability and an additional hourly charge.
- Luggage: Please inform us in advance if you have any special luggage requirements, such as large items or extra bags.
- Driving time: Approximately 70 minutes each way.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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